The LCPS Podcast (Loudoun County Public Schools)

 In this episode of DEIA: Better Together , we’re exploring the powerful link between professional learning and student success. Talent development isn’t just about training — it’s about transformation. When educators grow, students thrive. Co-Host Everette Callaway is joined by Tanisha Holland, Director of Talent Development, and Lauren Sprowls, Supervisor of Leadership Development within Human R...

This week on School Talk with Dr. Spence , we’re talking workforce development and why it starts long before graduation. Special guests Ed Hidalgo and Dr. Steve Regur, CEO of the Educator’s Cooperative, share how partnerships, early exposure and purposeful learning can transform student opportunities. A must-listen for educators and families alike!

LCPS Public Information Officer Dan Adams speaks to Jack Garvin, a freshman who recently won a national championship for building the fastest dragster in the US.  Jack talks about his experience competing, the value it brings to his learning, and the amazing support he received from his LCPS teachers and advisors.

LCPS Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence speaks to authors Dr. Floyd Cobb and John Krownapple about their book, Belonging Through a Culture of Dignity. The book dives into the importance of dignity and belonging, while it might appear to be self-evident at first glance, it’s not until these concepts are truly unpacked, that educators realize the dire need for belonging through dignity. Once these fund...

Únase a la Oficina de la Alianza, Educativa, Familiar y Comunitaria de Estudiantes de Inglés (EL FACE) para un pódcast especial llamado “Participa y Empodérate”, diseñado para que las familias multilingües aprendan sobre LCPS y el Sistema Escolar, participen en los programas familiares de EL FACE, y exploren habilidades de función ejecutiva que fomentan la organización y la productividad en los es...

Join the English Learners Family and Community Engagement (EL FACE) Office for a special podcast called “Engage & Empower” designed for multilingual families to learn about LCPS and the School System, participate in EL FACE’s Family programs, and explore executive function skills that foster organization and productivity in students. In this episode, Sarah Ocampo, EL FACE Supervisor, and Karla...

DEIA: Better Together – Ep. 8: Inclusive Access for Student Success In this episode, co-host Anthony Beckett , DEIA Specialist, sits down with Tedra Richardson , Assistant Superintendent for Student Services; Renee Dawson , Director of Family and Community Engagement (FACE); and Charisse Rosario , Director of the Division of English Learners. Together, they unpack how Loudoun County Public Schools...

In the October episode of the School Spirit Podcast, Renée Dawson, Director of LCPS’ Division of Family and Community Engagement, sits down with students from Sterling Middle School for a thoughtful conversation about community, their hopes for the future and how Advisory helps them pursue their goals. But the dialogue doesn’t stop there. These students turn the tables and ask Ms. Dawson what it’s...

LCPS Public Information Officer Dan Adams speaks to Dr. Ashley Ellis, Chief Academic Officer, about the latest SOL scores for the school division, what it means and where we go from here.

Season 2 Premiere! Episode 7: Representation Matters Host: Camille Jones Guests: Sarah Ocampo & Dr. Lindsay Orme What does it really mean for students to see themselves reflected in their school environment? In this powerful season opener, Camille Jones sits down with Sarah Ocampo and Dr. Lindsay Orme to explore how authentic representation of diverse identities and cultures can transform clas...

In the September episode of the School Spirit Podcast, Renee Dawson, Director of LCPS’s Division of Family and Community Engagement, sits down with Loudoun County High School student leaders and their teacher to explore the impact of the Sources of Strength program. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about peer-led mental health advocacy, building resilience, and how these students are spreadin...

LCPS Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence speaks with Dr. David Schuler, Executive Director of AASA, about ensuring students feel they belong, multiple pathways for student success, and other topics that are important to parents.

🎙️ Better Together Podcast is back! Join us for a new season filled with inspiring, informative, and thought-provoking conversations. Episodes drop every 4th Thursday of the month.

Public Information Officer Dan Adams speaks to Gum Spring Middle School 6th grader, Sarthak Mishra, who has been published after writing a book, The Spooky Secrets of Camp Midnight.  Listen to him talk about his achievement, the support he recieved from family and LCPS, and his plans for the future.

LCPS Public Information Officer Dan Adams speaks to Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence about the school division's FY26 budget, the uncertainty surrounding Washington and federal funding, and how this may be an opportunity.

Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence speaks to Aaron Smith, Chief Information Officer, and Neil Slevin, Assistant Superintendent for Teaching & Learning about Generative AI in LCPS.

In this month’s School Spirit podcast, Renée Dawson, Director of Family and Community Engagement, talks with Michelle Buscema, a special education teacher at Eagle Ridge Middle School, and her students – Chris, Jayla, Kolbe, and Zach – about a recent class lesson on civil rights icon, Ruby Bridges. The students share what they learned about Ruby Bridges and the letters they wrote to her. Ms. Busce...

Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence spends some time chatting with several LCPS Student Equity Ambassadors about their work, the challenges they face, and why they are involved in equity work.

LCPS Public Information Officer Dan Adams speaks to the Odyssey of the Mind team from Goshen Post Elementary School, The Sigmas, about their upcoming trip to Worlds at Michigan State University.

Tune in with the staff from the Division of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility.  

LCPS Public Information Officer Dan Adams interviews Kimberly Poole, Teacher of the Year, and Jeff Joseph, Principal of the Year, selected by the Washington Post.

In this month’s School Spirit podcast, Renée Dawson, Director of Family and Community Engagement, speaks to the sponsors and a few members of the Empowered Girls Club at Simpson Middle School. Club sponsors and Simpson Middle School teachers Jennifer Herrin and Samantha Ashley share the inspiration behind the club. Three club members, Amira T., Olivia J. and Angela A., all 8th graders at Simpson,...

The DEIA team continues to discuss aspects of their work and it's making LCPS an inclusive school division.

LCPS Public Information Officer Dan Adams speaks to students Naija Shah from John Champe HS and the Academies of Loudoun and Oviya Amalraj from Lunsford Middle School about their experiences in academic competition. 

Dr. Spence talks with Chief Communications and Community Engagement Officer Natalie Allen and Director of Family and Community Engagement Renee Dawson about LCPS' efforts to engage with families and ways the community can stay connected to the school division.