Category Archives: Supercast

Supercast Episode 217: The Tall Tale of Goats Hidden in the Basement at Foothills Elementary

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Superintendent with the "Goats" at Foothills ElementaryIt is a mystery for students at Foothills Elementary School. How did goats get into the basement of the building where Principal Abe Yospe says they now live?

On this episode of the Supercast, we head to Foothills for the school’s annual Halloween parade, where we track down a student in a creative homemade costume and Principal Yospe to ask the probing question, are goats really living in the basement, or is it a tall (goat’s) tale? Join us as we try to solve the mighty mystery.

Supercast Episode 216: Choir Director Reunion at Bingham High Brings Legends Back for a Night of Music and Memories

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Bingham High School Choir Teachers with Dr. GodfreyIt was a night of music and memories at Bingham High School as former choir directors traveled from far and wide to reunite, take a step back in time, and reflect on the legacy they helped to create.

On this episode of the Supercast, we hear from Jolene Dalton Gailey, LeAnna Willmore, Kerrin Gates, and Ryan North about what makes the music program and students so special at Bingham and what moved them most about the magical reunion.

Supercast Episode 215: The Sweet Story of Two Educators with a Passion for Beekeeping

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Superintendent with beekeeping educatorsThey are educators by day, but when their work is done with students in our schools, they head home to their honey bees.

On this episode of the Supercast, we take you to the backyard of a beekeeper. Find out why Bastian Elementary School Assistant Principal Amber Allen and Kauri Sue Hamilton teacher Alexa Allen have a deep passion for honeybees, overseeing the health of their hive, and honey production.

Supercast Episode 214: Statewide Campaign Focuses on the Impact of Social Media on Students

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Superintendent with Aimee Winder NewtonUtah Governor Spencer Cox has launched a statewide campaign to address the impact of social media on students.

On this episode of the Supercast, we sit down with Aimee Winder Newton who is Senior Advisor to Governor Cox and Director of the Governor’s Office of Families. She tells us how the public awareness campaign hopes to empower parents, and provide them with the tools they need to educate their kids about the potential harms from using social media.

Supercast Episode 213: Meet a True “Superstar in Education” at Riverton High

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Superintendent with Buffy BlunckShe is known as an extraordinary teacher who goes above and beyond for her students every single day. In fact, this amazing educator never forgets a face, keeping a picture and list of every student who has come into her classroom since 2019.

On this episode of the Supercast, meet Riverton High School CTE teacher Buffy Blunck. Ms. Blunck was recently honored as a 2023 “Superstar in Education” by the Utah Education Association. Listen and find out why.