The Pulse: Putnam County School District Podcast

Welcome to The Pulse, where we delve deep into the issues and ideas that are shaping the future of education. I’m your host, Rick Surrency, Superintendent of the Putnam County School District, and each week, we’ll be talking to teachers, administrators, and other experts in the field about the latest trends, best practices, and most pressing concerns in education. Whether you’re a teacher, a parent, or just someone who cares about education, this podcast is for you. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive into The Pulse.

The Pulse: Putnam County School District Podcast is a education podcast hosted by Putnam County School District, with 100 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Putnam County School District hosts The Pulse: Putnam County School District Podcast, a education show with 100 episodes published.

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  Episode #123

  PCSD Pulse Podcast-Football- 2026-27

  Aug 25, 202620 min

  Season: 5, Episode: 3 Dr. Rick Surrency speaks with our PCSD 2026 Football Coaches: Lantz Lowery Palatka Jr./Sr. High, Erik Gibson- Interlachen Jr./Sr. High and Tim Ross- Crescent City Jr./Sr. High. They are committed to supporting our student-athletes in every aspect of their development, including proper nutrition, hydration, physical conditioning, and mental preparedness. Most importantly, we will always keep academics at the forefront, because education is the foundation for our students’ future success beyond the football field. We invite you to come out, support our football team, and experience all the excitement of the season. Go Teams!

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  Episode #122

  PCSD Pulse Podcast- FloArts 50th Season

  Aug 19, 202619 minS5

  Season: 5, Episode: 2. PCSD Pulse Podcast Celebrates 50 years of creativity and excellence with Florida School of the Arts! In this episode of The Pulse, Superintendent Rick Surrency talks with Michelle Sjogren and JoLynn Carter of St. Johns River State College about the school’s beautifully renovated facilities, upcoming ribbon-cutting, and capital campaign to enhance student learning with state-of-the-art technology. They also discuss the life-changing impact of arts education, scholarship opportunities, upcoming performances, and how the community can help support the next generation of artists and performers.

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  Episode #121

  PCSD Pulse Podcast Medical Express Imaging

  Aug 11, 202620 min

  Superintendent Rick Surrency sits down George Kastrouis the CEO Express Medical Imaging Group to discuss the power of preventive healthcare and early detection. Learn how the partnership with Putnam County School District is expanding access to diagnostic imaging for employees, making services like MRIs, ultrasounds, mammograms, and cardiac CT scans more affordable and convenient. They also discuss why screening matters, how early diagnosis can save lives, and what patients can expect when seeking care. Don’t miss this informative conversation about improving community health through innovation, education, and accessible medical services.

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  Episode #120

  PCSD Pulse Podcast- Middleton-Burney & Palatka Primary Construction by AJAX

  Aug 4, 202623 min

  Big things are happening across Putnam County Schools, and this episode of The Pulse takes you inside two of the district’s most exciting construction projects. Join Superintendent Rick Surrency as he sits down with J.D. Thompson, district leaders and James Marini of Ajax construction to discuss the progress of the new Crescent City K-8 School and the future Palatka Primary School. Hear how these state-of-the-art campuses are being designed to serve students, families, and the community for generations to come. You will learn about the planning, partnerships, and teamwork that are bringing these projects to life. The conversation also explores how local hiring, improved traffic flow, expanded community spaces, and modern learning environments are shaping the future of education in Putnam County. Don’t miss this behind-the-scenes look at the schools of tomorrow—and the people making them a reality.

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  Episode #118

  S4:E34 James A. Long Student Journalism

  May 19, 202618 min

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