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Welcome to Elevate Education, Presented by Jeffco Public Schools in Colorado. Join us as we delve into the vast and dynamic world of education. Catering to parents, teachers, school leaders and even students, in each episode we explore a wide range of topics under the education umbrella, providing valuable insights, expert interviews and practical advice. Hosted by Tara Peña, Matt Palaoro and Jason Firestone, this podcast aims to elevate the discourse around education, fostering a community of informed and empowered individuals committed to the success of every student. Education is the key to a brighter future and together, we will elevate it to new heights!
Jeffco Public Schools hosts Elevate Education, a education show with 27 episodes published.
State of the District 2026: A Shared Investment in Jeffco's Students At the 2026 State of the District, Superintendent Tracy Dorland shared a transparent look at where Jeffco Public Schools stands today—highlighting stro
What makes a leader truly transformative? In this powerful episode of Elevate Education, host Matt Palaoro sits down with Jeffco alum and leadership expert Shawn Vanderhoven, partner at the Wiseman Group and co-creator o
Thinking about running for school board, or just curious what the role actually entails? In this bonus episode of Elevate Education, guest host and former Jeffco Board President Stephanie Schooley sits down with current
As the school year winds down, our Elevate Education hosts; Matt Palaoro, Tara Peña and Jason Firestone, come together to reflect on the moments, challenges and growth that shaped this year in Jeffco Public Schools. In t
The Open Sardines from Jeffco Open School are making their debut on our Tiny Library Concert series! This middle and high school band came together as part of a special music experiment, and they're bringing their incred
Dr. Joyce Brooks's story is one of transformation, from a young girl growing up in the segregated South to a respected educator, community leader, and lifelong advocate for public education. In this episode of Elevate Ed
In this episode of the Elevate Education Podcast, Jason Firestone sits down with Matt Mervis, Director of AI Strategy, and Dr. Elizabeth Rowley, Director of Research and Innovation at Skills 21, to discuss how AI is resh
Where does school funding come from, and why does it feel like there's never enough? In this episode of Elevate Education, Superintend Tracy Dorland sits down with Tracie Rainey, Executive Director of the Colorado School
Join Deputy Superintendent Dr. Kim LeBlanc Esparza as she hosts a conversation with principals Shannon Vigil from Bear Creek High School and Emily Johnson from Carmody Middle School. In the third episode of our "State of
In this special episode of Elevate Education, we discuss school safety with two of Jeffco Public Schools' top leaders: Chief Human Resources Officer Amanda Pierorazio and Executive Director of School Safety Jeff Pierson.
In this first episode of our "State of Our District" series, Superintendent Tracy Dorland and Deputy Superintendent Dr. Kym LeBlanc Esparza reflect on the state of the district. They share compelling gains in early liter
In this episode, we dive into the world of artificial intelligence in education with Victor Lee, a Professor at Stanford University and a leading voice in AI research. Victor takes us on a journey through the myths and r
In the continuation of our conversation with Dr. Jessica Hawks, a child psychology expert from Children's Hospital Colorado, we go deeper into the critical topic of emotional regulation. Tara and Dr. Hawks explore how ad
We are joined by Dr. Jessica Hawkes, a leading child and adolescent psychologist from Children's Hospital Colorado and Associate Professor at the University of Colorado. Together, we explore the critical role mental heal
In this special edition of the Elevate Education Podcast, we bring the magic of music into focus with our Tiny Desk Concert series! Join us as we visit Creighton Middle School and experience the incredible talent of thei
As the world changes rapidly, traditional high school education remains largely the same. In this episode, host Jason Firestone sits down with John Thanos, a forward-thinking leader, to discuss how high schools can evolv
Matt Palaoro sits down with Brenna Copeland, Chief Financial Officer for Jeffco Public Schools to break down school finances. Brenna's expertise and sense of humor make navigating school funding and budgets manageable! I
In this episode of Elevate Education, we are thrilled to have Crisanta Duran, a trailblazer in public service and a passionate advocate for education and social justice. Join us as we dive into the critical topic of empo
In today's fast-paced, tech-driven world, cell phones are a constant companion—but what happens when schools hit the brakes and say, "No phones allowed?" On this episode of the Elevate Education Podcast, host Matt Palaor
In this episode of the Elevate Education Podcast, host Jason Firestone welcomes Kelly McLean, the president and founder of the Kelly McLean Achievement Center (KMAC). Based in Ohio, KMAC specializes in guiding students t
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