Class Act Coffee is a new coffee shop that offers students a real-world hands-on learning experience. Students manage and run the business. Host Susan Hiland talks with students Elias Alavez, Povielle Vansyoc and instructor Zachary Johnson about building a business from the ground up.

NKC Schools Superintendent Dr. Rochel Daniels talks with host Susan Hiland about taking over the district's top job mid-year. Dr. Daniels also answers some fun and revealing questions about her personality.

Host Susan Hiland interviews NKC Schools new Superintendent Dr. Rochel Daniels about her vision for the district and what exciting new programs are on the horizon,

Graduate from high school with an associate degree with little or no debt! Sound interesting? NKC Schools offers that opportunity through its Early College Academy. Host Susan Hiland talks with two students who are currently in program, Cooper Bancroft and Mayci Kaufman. Plus, Shannon Gilliland, Assistant Director of College & Career, explains how the program works.

Mentoring can change a student's life! In this edition of 1NKCNEWS host Susan Hiland shares information about the new mentoring program North Kansas City Schools launches this fall. Joining us is Shannon C. Shelton Assistant Director of Work Based Learning to discuss how the program works and its benefits. Kim Nakahodo, a mentor and Deputy City Administrator of North Kansas City, shares why she believes mentoring our youth is so important.

Is your new treadmill gathering dust? Too busy to use that new gym membership? Need to kickstart your fitness plan? Join Amber Paxton, NKC Schools’ Wellness Specialist and Tim Kuebler, Personal Trainer and teacher at Maple Park Middle School, in this 1NKCNews podcast. Learn strategies to get moving again plus incentives and resources the district provides to help you ge

If your New Year’s resolution was to exercise and lose weight, your motivation may be fading. In this 1NKC News podcast, NKC Schools’ Wellness Specialist, Amber Paxton, and Cami Mottet with NKC Hospital’s Total Weight Loss Center have tips to keep you on track and a free book that helps you manage stress and unhealthy eating.

NKC Schools introduces more initiatives to support students. Host, Susan Hiland, talks with Janelle Porter, Director of Student Services, about how Hope Squad will benefit students. Also, Sarah Boyd, the Public Information Officer with the Clay County Sheriff's Department, talks about the role additional School Resource Deputies will play in schools.

A new program looks to identify high performing low-income students and provide resources to help them prepare, apply, and get accepted into college. Its mission and purpose are very personal for David Persley, who oversees the program.  Host, Susan Hiland, talks with David about the goals of the program and how students can become part of the Catalyst program.

In part four, our final writing workshop podcast, host, Susan Hiland, and Instructional Coordinator, Casi Hodge, talk with author and writing consultant, Matt Glover about crafts that cut across genres and how to encourage students to read as writers.

This professional development podcast focuses on craft studies vs process studies. In part three, host, Susan Hiland, talks with District Instructional Coordinator, Casi Hodge, along with author and writing consultant, Matt Glover about how teachers can use their own writing to develop teaching points for craft and process studies.

This podcast features professional development for NKC Schools’ teachers. In part two, host, Susan Hiland, talks with District Instructional Coordinator, Casi Hodge, along with author and writing consultant, Matt Glover about possible reasons students disengage in writing. They explore methods to increase student engagement.

This podcast is to provide professional development for NKC Schools’ teachers. Host, Susan Hiland, talks with District Instructional Coordinator, Casi Hodge, along with author and writing consultant, Matt Glover. In part one of four, the focus is on writing development and how teachers can view student writing through a strengths-based lens to make instructional decisions.

There is a lot happening in NKC Schools’ Transportation Department. Director of Transportation, Mike McQuillen, joins host Susan Hiland with updates on a new app. It shows students the location of their bus in real time eliminating the need for students to wait at the bus stop in cold or rainy weather. Mike also shares big news about the recent state safety inspection. NKC Schools reached a milestone after receiving a 100% approval rating. Looking for a job with great benefits and a competitive salary? We’re hiring bus drivers! Mike explains the benefits of working for NKC Schools and the process to become a bus driver.

Taking care of your health and wellness is even more important now as we cope with the pandemic. Amber Paxton, NKC Schools’ Wellness Specialist, joins host Susan Hiland with some tips on self-care and managing your physical and mental health. Amber shares news about several programs available to support staff. Joyages, a new app, provides encouragement and information on various health topics. A step challenge underway is proving to be successful at motivating staff to exercise. Amber outlines options for counseling whether it’s for nutritional guidance or mental health concerns. In addition, a new book club will create dialogue and support for staff.

We’ll discuss the coursework and experiences for students who choose this school. Topics covered include:- Careers in each pathway- Personality type, traits or strengths that would be a good fit for this pathway- Classes included in this school- Switching pathwaysHost, Susan Hiland, talks with Dr. Chris Sartain, Oak Park principal, and Winnetonka business teacher, Ashley Lee, about how pathway learning can prepare students for post-graduation success.

We’ll discuss what type of student would be interested in this school and how students can engage throughout their high school years. Topics covered include:- Careers in each pathway- Resources to help students share their interest- Real-world experiences for students- Can I change my mind?Host, Susan Hiland, discusses the experiences for students who choose this pathway with Dr. Larry Smith, principal at Staley High School, and Eric Whited, business teacher at Oak Park.

We’ll discuss matching a student’s interests to a learning pathway and how building community within the pathway sets students up for success. Topics covered include:- Careers in each pathway- Benefits of selecting a school within a school- Student coursework and authentic experiences- Resources for parents and studentsHost, Susan Hiland, talks with Dr. Drew White, principal at NKCHS, and Lewis McKenzie, computer science teacher, also at Northtown, to learn more about how they are working to individualize learning for each student to ensure success.

We’ll discuss what makes this opportunity exciting and how this selection affects students’ choice of classes. Topics covered include:- Careers in each pathway- Incorporating coursework into pathway learning- Real-world experiences- Am I locked in after I choose a pathway?Host, Susan Hiland, speaks with Dr. Eric Johnson, principal at Winnetonka High School, and Susie Helwig, a Staley science teacher, about the advantages for students as they choose a school and a pathway.

Teachers face many challenges during a pandemic. How do you keep students engaged? What can band classes look like? Host, Susan Hiland, discovers how this year is forcing two teachers to reevaluate their approach to educating students. Meara Mitchell, NKC Schools’ Coordinator of Instrumental Music and Kristin Bundy, English Language Arts teacher at New Mark Middle School, explain the changes they believe are making them better teachers. Hear what they plan to continue doing even after the pandemic is over, based on all they’ve learned.