The Natomas Unified Podcast Channel

Hear how champions can make a difference in a child’s life and how you can be one too! Hosts Jeremy Greene, Psychologist Earl Pavao, Executive Director  

Our team of experts provides tips on how to help children build relationships and how to help them with social interaction. Hosts Dr. Michele Hamilton, NUSD Director Jill Adams, LCSW, Social Work Liaison

Our guests have a candid conversation where they describe trauma, how it affects families, and how Natomas Unified can help. Earl Pavao Executive Director, Student Services and Support  Natomas Unified School District   Carol Swanson Associate Superintendent, Student Services and Support

Coming this fall of 2021, Natomas Unified School District is launching a brand new virtual academy. It’s an innovative option for scholars to learn, thrive, and excel in a virtual environment.  Guest Host: Deidra Powell, Director of Communications Guest: Esther Perez, Executive Director and Tonja Jarrell, Assistant Superintendent

Podcast Episode 14 focuses on the topic of Extracurricular Activities in a Distance Learning Environment.   Guest Host: Deidra Powell, Director of Communications Shea Borges, Executive Director of the Office of the Chief Academic Officer

Podcast 13 addresses some of the social-emotional supports and resources we have for students and specifically, how students and parents can access them.   Guest Host: Deidra Powell, Director of Communications Carol Swanson, Associate Superintendent, Student Services, Earl Pavao, Executive Director and Anthony Damarto, Director

Podcast 12 provides an overview of what families can expect on the first day of school, Thursday, August 27, 2020.   Guest Host: Deidra Powell, Director of Communications Chief Academic Officer Angela Herrera

To ensure students and parents get a successful start to the school year with their district-issued technology, listen to Executive Director of Technology Jason Gregg discuss everything from the importance of testing your equipment to helpful resources in the Digital Backpack, and most importantly, who to contact if your student needs technical support.    Guest Host: Deidra Powell, Director of Co...

NUSD is committed to creating safe and welcoming learning environments where students attend and are connected to their schools. Learn how NUSD supports students with an extensive array of social and emotional learning and support services available to all NUSD students.   Guests: Carol Swanson, Associate Superintendent, and Anthony Da Marto, Director of Student Services and Support.

Learn about the tools Natomas Unified School District provides for parents to stay informed on their student's progress towards college and career. Guest: Superintendent Chris Evans with guest David Rodriguez, Assistant Superintendent, Office of the Chief Academic Officer

NUSD’s Parent University offers a wide array of workshops and classes to support parents/guardians in raising successful students. From workshops on technology to college preparation to one of our most popular courses "Love and Logic," Parent University is a resource specially designed for the needs of NUSD's parents. Guest: Lisset Mijares, Coordinator, Office of the Chief Academic Officer Chris E...

Learn how Natomas Unified supports and addresses the needs of the community through its award-winning department Constituent & Customer Services. Guest: Heidi Lattuada, Director of Constituent & Customer Services Chris Evans, Superintendent

Having a comprehensive and easy to read format that clearly shows a student's performance is integral for parents to be better equipped to help their child succeed. That was key in the redesign of Natomas Unified's elementary report cards. Launching in fall 2019, parents will learn in this episode the extensive work that went into the development, what's different, and why this matters. Guests: Do...

Building character, boosting self-esteem, discipline, and learning to work in teams are invaluable skills that athletes take away from their time participating in sports. Superintendent Chris Evans discusses the short and long-term benefits with Coach Moriah Finch of Leroy Greene Academy.  Guests: Moriah Finch, English Teacher, Varsity Basketball Coach & Assistant Athletic Director, Leroy Greene A...

Learn about the Career Technical Pathways that are preparing students for success after high school whether it's continuing on to college or going directly into the workforce. Guests: AJ Giersch, Director of Career Technical Education Chris Evans, Superintendent, Host

The benefits of a child playing a musical instrument are endless. That's why Natomas Unified offers band in elementary through high school. Superintendent Chris Evans talks to one of the district's top music teachers about how playing music can enhance a child's academic performance, social and life skills, and so much more.   Guests: Jeff Galindo, Teacher, Natomas Middle School Chris Evans, Super...

Over 8 million U.S. students miss nearly a month of school each year. In this episode, Superintendent Chris Evans and special guests share facts about attendance and how it significantly impacts a child’s future long-term. Guests: Shea Borges, Executive Director, Office of the Chief Academic Officer Colleen Perry, Principal, Two Rivers Elementary School

Helpful tips and resources for parent to support their students for successful school year.