Grand Island Public Schools

The GIPS Cast

Education EN ↓ 78 episodes

The official podcast of Grand Island Public Schools in Nebraska. The GIPS Cast is a conversation-based podcast exploring the world of public education thru the voices of one of Nebraska’s largest, most diverse school districts. #WeAreGIPS

Be sure to visit the podcast's website and support the creator: www.gips.org

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Episodes

The Power of 5th Grade Learning w/ Mr. Butters 16.11.2022 34:16

How do you unlock learning for every student? Mr. Kevin Butters, 5th Grade Teacher at Stolley Park Elementary, joins The GIPS Cast to share how he took the not-so-traditional path to teaching. Along the way, he shares stories of fascinating classroom chaos; helping students handle societal expectations; and sharing the wonders of poetry. Because in the expert profession of teaching every day bring...

Teaching Newcomers & International Opportunities w/ Miss Nichole Kraus 01.11.2022 31:52

What does it look like to champion every student? Miss Nichole Kraus, EL Teacher at Walnut, joins the GIPS Cast to share her story of encountering the world in her classroom. Along the way, she speaks to the strength found in cultural diversity; why teaching isn't a "one size fits all" sort of thing; and how traveling to South Korea through the Fulbright-Hays program made her a better educator. Be...

We Are Boldly GIPS w/ Dr. Tawana Grover 16.10.2022 34:37

What does it mean to be bold? The GIPS Cast welcomes Dr. Grover, Superintendent, to share insight behind the '22-'23 school year theme of, "We Are Boldly GIPS". Along the way, she unpacks the importance of championing staff, embracing a culture of innovation, showing-up for kids, and even shares a few snapshots from buildings. Because at Grand Island Public Schools, all means all. -- GUEST: Dr. Ta...