Category Archives: Supercast

Supercast Episode 194: KSL NewsRadio Host Finds Joy Working with Students as Substitute Teacher in the Classroom

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Superintendent with Amanda DicksonShe is one of the most recognized morning radio hosts in the Salt Lake Valley. Amanda Dickson has been a staple on KSL Newsradio in the mornings for nearly three decades doing what she loves, connecting with people and sharing stories.

On this episode of the Suupercast, we hear about a newfound passion for the popular radio host. Amanda Dickson is now spending a lot of her time off air, in the classroom as a substitute teacher. Find out why she says students bring her such joy and why she believes kids in the classroom can do the same for others willing to try substitute teaching.

Supercast Episode 193: Students Step Back in Time Thanks to Passionate Teacher

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Superintendent with WWII historiansIt looked like a scene straight out of an old movie. We’re talking about World War II Day at West Jordan High School.

On this episode of the Supercast, find out why history teacher Alyse Almond is so passionate about the past and preserving American military history. She is giving students a life-like history lesson, with the help of World War II historians, hoping to let veterans know kids today do care about the stories of those who served our country and sacrificed so much.

Supercast Episode 191: Science Teacher Brings Her Love of Cosplay into the Classroom Sparking Creativity and Curiosity

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Superintendent with the Fort Herriman creators clubIt’s not something students typically see every day, Queen Elizabeth making a grand and dignified entrance into one of their classrooms. But when the classroom belongs to Fort Herriman Middle School science teacher Gayle Dowdle, it is simply part of the learning process.

On this episode of Supercast, find out how one teacher’s love of cosplay resulted in something called the “Creators Club” for students, a club where creativity is sparked by making colorful costumes and transforming into beloved characters.

Supercast Episode 190: Meet the Crime Solving Students in Bingham High School’s Medical Forensics Class

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Superintendent on the scene with the forensics classIt is a high school Medical Forensics class which focuses on the proper way of documenting and processing a crime scene and on this day, it does not involve work in the classroom.

On this episode of the Supercast, we will take you on a unique field trip where forensics students are getting their hands dirty, with hands-on learning, digging deep into the science of medical forensics. Surrounded by police cars and crime scene tape they are crime solving students in action.

Supercast Episode 189: Two JSD Employees Jump into Action to Save a Stranded Teacher in Big Act of Kindness

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Superintendent with Trevor Bradley and Sean VickThey didn’t hesitate to come to the rescue when a Jordan School District teacher found herself in a serious situation while driving along Bangerter Highway on her way to work.

On this episode of the Supercast, meet Trevor Bradley and Sean Vick, ground crew employees in Jordan’s Facility Services Department. Find out how the two men saved the stranded teacher with a small child in the car, fearing for her safety on the side of the road. And, what happens when we bring the three together for a sweet reunion.