The Jordan Journey

Pencils, Pixels, and Power: Bridging the New Participation Gap with Digital Learning Specialist Deanna Taylor

Fri, 3 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss some of the following questions:

Does a student truly have "access" if they have the hardware but haven't been taught the literacies needed to navigate it?
As a specialist, how do you help teachers pivot their instruction so that digital tools are used for active, "high-road" learning rather than just passive screen time?
What is one lesson or one piece of advice about educational technology that you think all teachers need to know?

Don’t forget to listen to our 🏁🏎️💨 “Pitstop” 🏁🏎️💨 segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

Jordan Digital Teaching & Learning on Instagram, Twitter, Website
Kiera Beddes on LinkedIn, Twitter
Jared Covili on LinkedIn, Twitter, Website

Telling the Jordan Story with Data with Assessment, Research, & Accountability Director with Ben Jameson

Fri, 6 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss some of the following questions:

While test scores give us a "what," how are we capturing the "why" and "how" through qualitative data to better reflect the Empathetic Communicator characteristic?
How can we help students become empathetic communicators of their own data? Is there a way for them to use their personal assessment results to advocate for their own learning needs?
How do you balance the wide range of diverse perspectives in the data that makes up Jordan School District?

Don’t forget to listen to our 🏁🏎️💨 “Pitstop” 🏁🏎️💨 segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

Jordan Digital Teaching & Learning on Instagram, Twitter, Website
Kiera Beddes on LinkedIn, Twitter
Jared Covili on LinkedIn, Twitter, Website

Centering Civil Dialogue: Raising Engaged Citizens through Elementary Debate with Christine McIntyre

Fri, 6 Feb 2026 19:00:00 +0000

The "engaged citizen" is a core characteristic of the Jordan School District’s Portrait of a Graduate, defined as an individual who contributes meaningfully to society by staying informed, participating in public affairs, and serving others. For students in the upper elementary grade levels, this characteristic involves understanding their role within a community and seeing how their actions can positively impact those around them.

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss some of the following questions:

How many kids participate in the debate program and how are they chosen?
How does debate help students connect their words to being an "engaged citizen"?
Engaged citizens "make others feel welcome" by being "respectful and helpful to all". How does debating someone with a different opinion teach a 12-year-old to remain respectful?

Don’t forget to listen to our 🏁🏎️💨 “Pitstop” 🏁🏎️💨 segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

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Kiera Beddes on LinkedIn, Twitter
Jared Covili on LinkedIn, Twitter, Website

From Passive to Productive: Inside the Jordan Innovation Lab

Fri, 2 Jan 2026 19:00:00 +0000

The Jordan School District’s Teaching & Learning department is proud to produce the Jordan Journey podcast. The Jordan Journey is a monthly education podcast featuring teacher stories from across the Jordan School District in Utah. While many students have access to devices, the way they use them varies wildly. Are they just clicking through digital worksheets, or are they using technology to build something new? We take a deep dive into the Jordan Innovation Lab to see how educators are closing this gap by moving students from passive consumers to active creators.

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss some of the following questions:

When students are analyzing, building, and producing, traditional grading can be tricky. How do you assess the process of active digital use? What are you looking for in a student's project that signals they have mastered the concept?
Not every classroom has a chomp saw or a bank of 3D printers. What mindset or strategies from the Jordan Innovation Lab can regular classroom teachers 'steal' to help close the Digital Use Divide in their own rooms, even if they only have Chromebooks? How would you describe the STEM mindset?
What is your "elevator pitch" to teachers who don't know what the lab is?

Don’t forget to listen to our 🏁🏎️💨 “Pitstop” 🏁🏎️💨 segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

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Kiera Beddes on LinkedIn, Twitter
Jared Covili on LinkedIn, Twitter, Website

Special Thanks to the Smith Entertainment Group, America First Credit Union, and the Jordan Education Foundation for their contributions to the Jordan Innovation Lab and providing our students with this awesome opportunity!

Creative Solutions 101: A Board Member's Guide to District Problem-Solving with Lisa Dean

Fri, 5 Dec 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

How does the Creative Problem Solver mindset show up in real district decisions?
How did the board settle on the characteristics of the Portrait?
How do you balance being a fiscal manager with innovative problem solving?

Don’t forget to listen to our 🏁🏎️💨 “Pitstop” 🏁🏎️💨 segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

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Kiera Beddes on LinkedIn, Twitter
Jared Covili on LinkedIn, Twitter, Website

The Science of Inquiry: How the IB Program Forges Curious Thinkers with Corey Treacy

Fri, 7 Nov 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

Where do you see natural overlap between the Portrait of a Graduate and the IB learner profile?
How do you model your own curiosity—including when you don’t know an answer?
What’s a question you hope your students leave your class still wrestling with?

Don’t forget to listen to our 🏁🏎️💨 “Pitstop” 🏁🏎️💨 segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

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Kiera Beddes on LinkedIn, Twitter
Jared Covili on LinkedIn, Twitter, Website

Design at the Core: Aligning Tech with the Portrait of a Graduate

Fri, 3 Oct 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

There’s a new idea in education called the "Digital Design Divide." Can you explain what this means in simple terms and why it’s a big deal for our district right now?
What scaffolds and tools help teachers the most when it comes to digital design and their own proficiency with digital tools and teaching with technology?
Schools are using thousands of educational tech tools, which can be overwhelming. How can school leaders figure out which tools actually work and are worth the investment, instead of just adding more clutter for teachers and students?

Don’t forget to listen to our 🏁🏎️💨 “Pitstop” 🏁🏎️💨 segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

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Kiera Beddes on LinkedIn, Twitter
Jared Covili on LinkedIn, Twitter, Website

Making a Plan & a Portrait with Assistant Supt. Dr. Mike Anderson

Sat, 6 Sep 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

How does the Portrait of a Graduate tie into the district strategic plan?
How will the Digital Citizenship and Wellbeing Initiative help Jordan achieve our strategic goals?
As a leader in a large district, how do you help everyone get on the same page and moving in the right direction?

Don’t forget to listen to our 🏁🏎️💨 “Pitstop” 🏁🏎️💨 segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

Jordan Digital Teaching & Learning on Instagram, Twitter, Website
Kiera Beddes on LinkedIn, Twitter
Jared Covili on LinkedIn, Twitter, Website

Special Episode: JSD at UCET 2025

Fri, 1 Aug 2025 18:00:00 +0000

If you are interested in learning more about the UCET conference, you can check out the website www.ucet.org for more info.

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Kiera Beddes on LinkedIn, Twitter
Jared Covili on LinkedIn, Twitter, Website

Connecting with Community through the Jordan Education Foundation with Executive Director Mike Haynes

Fri, 6 Jun 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

What role did you (or other community members) have in developing the JSD Portrait of a Graduate?
In your opinion, which of the skills outlined in the Portrait of a Graduate are most crucial for success in today's workforce, and why?
How do you see the Foundation best supporting what happens in the classroom?

Don’t forget to listen to our 🏁🏎️💨 “Pitstop” 🏁🏎️💨 segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

To learn more about the work of the Jordan Education Foundation, check out their website: https://www.jordaneducationfoundation.org/

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Kiera Beddes on LinkedIn, Twitter
Jared Covili on LinkedIn, Twitter, Website

Portrait of a 2025 Graduate with Julie Scherzinger, CTE Consultant

Fri, 2 May 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

What is the overarching vision behind the "Portrait of a Graduate," and how do you see CTE working with it to shape the future of our students?
How should a student/teacher/school/district measure the success of the “Portrait of a Graduate”?
How do our CTE programs prepare students for both known and unknown future challenges they might face in their careers lives?

Don’t forget to listen to our 🏁🏎️💨 “Pitstop” 🏁🏎️💨 segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District. To learn more about the Youscience program, check out https://www.youscience.com/

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Kiera Beddes on LinkedIn, Twitter
Jared Covili on LinkedIn, Twitter, Website

Responsible Teammates with Director of Athletics Bryan Veazie

Fri, 4 Apr 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

How would you define what a "responsible teammate" look like?
What role does coaching play in developing responsible teammates?
How do you help athletes understand and acknowledge the value of each team member?

Don’t forget to listen to our 🏁🏎️💨 “Pitstop” 🏁🏎️💨 segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District. You can find out more information about the programs that Bryan mentioned in the episode below:

Positive Coaching Alliance: https://positivecoach.org/
Unified Sports Utah: https://sout.org/programs/unified-sports

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Resilience in Action: Fostering Lifelong Learning in Students with SpEd teacher Codee Flores

Fri, 7 Mar 2025 19:00:00 +0000

The Jordan School District’s Teaching & Learning department is proud to introduce the Jordan Journey podcast. The Jordan Journey is a monthly education podcast featuring teacher stories from across the Jordan School District in Utah.

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

How do you get your students to really take charge of their own learning and growth?
How do you help your students see challenges as chances to learn - to value productive struggle - and grow?
What do you do in your classroom to help students build habits for bouncing back from setbacks?

Don’t forget to listen to our 🏁🏎️💨 “Pitstop” 🏁🏎️💨 segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District. You can find out more information about Codee's school at their website: https://southvalley.jordandistrict.org/

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Kiera Beddes on LinkedIn, Twitter
Jared Covili on LinkedIn, Twitter, Website

The Big 6 at UCET 2025

Fri, 7 Feb 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Over of the course of this episode, we have each team member share the following:

Spotlight 1 or 2 sessions that the DTL team are really excited about.

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Empathetic Communicators with Director of Communications Sandy Reisgraf

Fri, 3 Jan 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

What does it mean to be an empathetic communicator?
How do you amplify the voices of different stakeholders in the district? (e.g. students, teachers, admin, policy makers, and community members)
How do you stay nimble to change as technology and your audience evolves?

Don’t forget to listen to our 🏁🏎️💨 “Pitstop” 🏁🏎️💨 segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

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Kiera Beddes on LinkedIn, Twitter
Jared Covili on LinkedIn, Twitter, Website

Special Episode: Conversation with our LPDL Administrators

jared.covili@jordandistrict.org (Jared Covili, Kiera Beddes) — Fri, 6 Dec 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

How do you personally define personalized learning?
How do you approach fostering a school culture that prioritizes personalized learning for both students and teachers?
How do you ensure that your approach is inclusive and equitable for all students?
What challenges have you encountered in implementing a new initiative, like personalized learning?

Don’t forget to listen to our 🏁🏎️💨 “Pitstop” 🏁🏎️💨 segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

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Kiera Beddes on LinkedIn, Twitter
Jared Covili on LinkedIn, Twitter, Website

Engaged Citizens with Educator William Shields

Fri, 1 Nov 2024 18:00:00 +0000

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

How do you encourage students to critically evaluate the information they encounter, ensuring they access meaningful and reliable sources?
What strategies do you use to motivate students to participate in public affairs and stay informed about current events?
How do you facilitate civil dialogue in a way that allows students to explore multiple perspectives on social and civic issues?

Don’t forget to listen to our 🏁🏎️💨 “Pitstop” 🏁🏎️💨 segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

Jordan Digital Teaching & Learning on Instagram, Twitter, Website
Kiera Beddes on LinkedIn, Twitter
Traci Rindlisbach on LinkedIn

Creative Problem Solvers with CTE Educator Blair Jensen

Fri, 4 Oct 2024 18:00:00 +0000

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

Can you share an example where students faced a challenging problem and how you guided them to find a solution?
How do you encourage your students to generate and consider multiple solutions to complex problems?
Can you talk about a time when you encouraged your students to embrace innovation and take informed risks to achieve success?

Don’t forget to listen to our “Pitstop” segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

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Kiera Beddes on LinkedIn, Twitter
Jared Covili on LinkedIn, Twitter, Website,

Curious Thinkers with Gifted & Talented Specialist Frankie Walton

Fri, 6 Sep 2024 18:00:00 +0000

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

Can you share any ideas or strategies that encourage students to explore and question the world around them?
Why do you believe it is important to value the process of learning and be comfortable not always having an answer? How do you instill this mindset in your students?
How can teachers best differentiate for all students? What are some strategies to encourage curious thinkers in all students?

Don’t forget to listen to our “Pitstop” segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

Jordan Digital Teaching & Learning on Instagram, Twitter, Website
Kiera Beddes on LinkedIn, Twitter
Jared Covili on LinkedIn, Twitter, Website,

Special note for the resources mentioned in this episode:

Book Mentioned: "The Hungry Mind: The Origins of Curiosity in Childhood " by Susan Engel
ByrdseedTV is a collection of video lessons, tied to core standards, with a focus on higher-level thinking. The lessons are designed for grades 3-8, and can be adapted to primary and higher levels. JSD teachers can reach out to a member of the Gifted & Talented Team for information about a license.
The GT Team will shortly have a couple of self-paced courses: Depth & Complexity Framework and Questioning Deep Dive
Strategy mentioned: John Dewey's Group Investigation Information article.

Introducing the JSD Portrait of a Graduate with Board Member Niki George

Fri, 2 Aug 2024 18:00:00 +0000

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

What was the development process for the Portrait of a Graduate? Specifically, how were students, teachers, and the community involved in shaping it?
Which of the characteristics is your favorite?
How do you hope to see the Portrait of a Graduate used within JSD?

Don’t forget to listen to our “Pitstop” segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

Jordan Digital Teaching & Learning on Instagram, Twitter, Website
Kiera Beddes on LinkedIn, Twitter
Jared Covili on LinkedIn, Twitter, Website,

Special thanks to Ross Rogers for the sound production (and to Kiera for the postproduction editing) and Kiera & Jared for hosting.

Leadership Insights and ISTE Live 2024: A Podcast Year in Review

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 14:00:00 +0000

In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Cody Curtis and Lisa Robinson, two upper level district administrators in Jordan School District, at this year's ISTE conference in Denver, CO. Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

Can you share a bit about your journey in educational leadership? What inspired you to take on this role, and how has your leadership philosophy evolved over the years?"
What were some of your takeaways from your time at the ISTE conference?
What are your primary goals for the upcoming school year? How do you plan to achieve these goals, and what steps are you taking to ensure they align with your overall vision for the school district?

Don’t forget to listen to our “Pitstop” segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

Jordan Digital Teaching & Learning on Instagram, Twitter, Website
Kiera Beddes on LinkedIn, Twitter
Jared Covili on LinkedIn, Twitter, Website,

Special thanks to Kiera for the sound editing and Kiera & Jared for hosting.

Using Tech to Communicate Creatively with Jenna Cherry, Virtual SpEd Educator

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 21:00:00 +0000

In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Jenna Cherry, a self-contained SpEd educator at one of the virtual schools in Jordan School District.

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

What are some of the most effective strategies and digital tools you've employed to support creative communication in your SpEd classroom?
How do you adapt general education technology tools to meet the specific needs of your SpEd students?
What are your hopes or predictions for the role of technology in enhancing creative communication for SpEd students?

Don’t forget to listen to our “Pitstop” segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

Jordan Digital Teaching & Learning on Instagram, Twitter, Website
Kiera Beddes on LinkedIn, Twitter
Jared Covili on LinkedIn, Twitter, Website,

Special thanks to Kiera for the sound editing and Kiera & Jared for hosting.

Building Bridges: Uniting Classrooms Around the World with Global Collaborators

jared.covili@jordandistrict.org (Jordan School District) — Tue, 14 May 2024 20:32:34 +0000

In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Kaye Rizzuto, the consultant for the Dual Language Program, Social Studies, and World Languages in Jordan School District.

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

How does the DLI program open students to the wider world around them? How does it impact their schools and communities?
What are some important procedures to put into place when having students engage in learning about different backgrounds and perspectives?
Can you share a specific project or activity where your students collaborated with others beyond their local community? What was the impact on their learning and perspective?

Don’t forget to listen to our “Pitstop” segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

Jordan Digital Teaching & Learning on Instagram, Twitter, Website
Kiera Beddes on LinkedIn, Twitter
Jared Covili on LinkedIn, Twitter, Website,

Special thanks to Kiera for the sound editing and Kiera & Jared for hosting.

Creative Communicators with JSD Big 6 at UCET

jared.covili@jordandistrict.org (Jordan School District) — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 22:35:47 +0000

At the UCET conference at the Salt Palace, Jared and Kiera sat down with several representatives from different companies in our Big 6 (Google, Adobe, School AI, Canvas, Canva, & Nearpod) to discuss what they love about conferences like UCET, what is new with their products, and all the creative ways students and teachers use their digital tools everyday.

Special thanks to Fernando at UEN for the sound production and to Kiera Beddes for the editing this month.

JSD headed to UCET 2024

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 16:12:30 +0000

We interviewed several awesome instructional coaches in the weeks leading up to the UCET conference to see what they are excited for at the UCET conference, Mar 19th & 20th.

We asked them the following questions:

What do you look for in any professional development?
What are you excited for specifically with the UCET conference?
How do you make learning stick when you return to your classrooms and schools?

Special thanks to Ross Rogers for the sound production and editing.

Cracking the Code - Computational Thinking with Dr. Amanda Bollinger

Fri, 9 Feb 2024 22:46:47 +0000

Over the course of the episode we discuss the following questions:

What is computational thinking and why might a teacher want to use it in the classroom with their students?
What support do we have in Jordan School District to help a student get from elementary school learning coding basics all the way through high school?
What examples of best practices in STEM are you seeing happening in Jordan School District?

Don't forget to tune in to the end of the episode for our Pitstop Segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District: 🏁 🏎💨 🏁

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Thanks to Ross Rogers for the sound editing, and Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

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Rebroadcast: Portrait of a Jordan District Graduate with Carolyn Gough (Learning Designer)

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 17:59:22 +0000

Over the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

Icebreaker Question: Who is an inspiring leader to you? Why?

1 How has technology changed the landscape of learning for teachers and students over the course of your career?

2 What should a student be learning throughout their time in the Jordan School District? Skills? Dispositions?

3 What are the three most important things to keep in mind when designing learning experiences?

4 Why is it important to personalize learning to meet the needs and interests of all students?

Don’t forget to listen to our “Pitstop” segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

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Special thanks to Ross Rogers for the sound editing and Kiera & Jared for hosting.

The Hottest Edtech Topics of 2023 with the DTL Team

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 23:21:23 +0000

Over the course of the episode, we discussed this article "Edtech’s Hottest Topics for 2023" from ISTE. Here is the hottest topics in edtech for the year:

Augmented, virtual and mixed reality
Artificial intelligence
Technology coaching and professional learning
Creativity and innovative learning
Computer science and computational thinking
Project-based learning
Games for learning
Equity and inclusion

For each topic, we asked our team to discuss the following questions:

Have you seen examples of this trend in JSD? What would you like to see more of?
What impact do you see this trend having in the classrooms?
How can educators incorporate this trend into their teaching practices while doing all the other stuff they have on their plate?
What strategies or resources would you recommend for educators eager to learn more about this trend?

Don't forget to listen for our Pitstop Segments where we shout-out awesome happenings in Jordan School District: 🏁 🏎💨 🏁

Thanks to Ross Rogers for the sound editing, and Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

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The Art & Science of Constructing Knowledge with Graham Bany and Braxton Thornley

jared.covili@jordandistrict.org (Jordan School District) — Tue, 14 Nov 2023 23:44:18 +0000

Over the course of the episode we discuss the following questions:

What are some of the best digital tools you've found for making meaningful learning experiences?
How do you step aside to allow the students to create their own knowledge?
What are some challenges you've encountered when it comes to having students produce creative artifacts?
What advice do you have for teachers who are new to this concept?

Don't forget to tune in to the end of the episode for our Pitstop Segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District: 🏁 🏎💨 🏁

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Thanks to Ross Rogers for the sound editing, and Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

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Creating Digital Citizens: A Conversation with JSD Board President Tracy Miller

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Over the course of the episode we discuss the following questions:

Why is it important to teach students the rights and responsibilities of living in a digital world?
How do you see the Portrait of a Graduate work connected to this month’s theme of digital citizen?
What strategies do you use to stay current with the constantly changing digital world, ensuring the school board guidance remains relevant and accurate?

Don't forget to tune in to the end of the episode for our Pitstop Segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District: 🏁 🏎💨 🏁

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Thanks for Ross Rogers for the sound editing, and Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

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Connecting Empowered Learners with JSD Teacher of the Year Andrea Call

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Over the course of the episode we discuss the following questions:

What does it mean to be a teacher of “empowered learners”?
How do you make learning matter?
How does CTE round out a student’s education?

Don't forget to tune in to the end of the episode for our Pitstop Segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District: 🏁 🏎💨 🏁

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Thanks for Ross Rogers for the sound editing, and Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

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Getting Curious with Dr. Anthony Godfrey

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 22:41:44 +0000

Over the course of the episode we discuss the following questions:

Icebreaker - What is your go-to karaoke song?
Creative Communicator - How have you creatively communicated district priorities?
Digital Citizen - How can JSD students contribute to being good digital citizens in the future? What role do you see them playing in the online world?
Empowered Learner - When you think about what it means to be a JSD student, how does your motto “Be curious, be intentional, be unified” empower learners?

We have a new segment: Rapid Fire Responses where we will put the Superintendent to the test with quick fire questions

Don't forget to tune in to the end of the episode for our Pitstop Segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.: 🏁 🏎💨 🏁

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Thanks for Ross Rogers for the sound editing, and Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

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The Path to Personalized Learning with Scott Gunther at Kings Peak Virtual High School

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 19:11:54 +0000

Over the course of the episode, we touch on the following questions:

What is your 30 “elevator pitch” for how you envision using technology in your classroom? What do you want students to be able to do with technology?
How do you prepare students to communicate in a 21 century world?
What opportunities do you have to collaborate with other teachers in an online school? How can you best maximize the potential of technology for learning together?

Don't forget to tune in to the end of the episode for our Pitstop Segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District: 🏁 🏎💨 🏁

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Thanks to Ross Rogers for the sound editing, and thanks to Kiera Beddes and Traci Rindlisbach for hosting.

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Empowering Students with STEM at Columbia Elementary

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Over the course of the episode we discuss the following questions:

Icebreaker: Where have you called home?
What role should STEM play in school?
How do you best prepare students for an unknown future?
How do you bring STEM into the community?
What are some simple ways that teachers can start incorporating STEM more into their classrooms?

Don't forget to tune in to the end of the episode for our Pitstop Segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District: 🏁 🏎💨 🏁

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Thanks to Ross Rogers for the sound editing, and Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

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Creating a Collaborative Team - Mountain Ridge Instructional Coaches

jared.covili@jordandistrict.org (Jared Covili, Kiera Beddes) — Mon, 8 May 2023 19:26:02 +0000

Icebreaker question: We are looking forward to summer vacation. What would be your dream vacation spot?

Questions:

You’ve recently had the opportunity to work with the Center for the Improvement of Teacher Education & Schooling. Tell us a little about your experience with CITES. Why is it important that coaches collaborate with coaches in other districts?
Tell us a little about your experience at ISTE last year. What is the benefit of participating in professional learning outside of your school/district?
How does the coaching relationship contribute to an environment where an educator would be willing to explore new instructional strategies?
How can you create a strong coaching team dynamic? What elements make your coaching team successful collaborators?

Eric Price - Moving the Needle for Students

jared.covili@jordandistrict.org (Eric Price, Kiera Beddes, Jared Covili) — Wed, 5 Apr 2023 00:23:16 +0000

In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Eric Price, principal of Fort Herriman Middle School. Our conversation focused on how he is a Digital Citizen Advocate for his students. Eric shared how technology is shaping the education of students across the district and the role that adults play to help kids navigate these digital days.

Over the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

What do you see are the responsibilities and opportunities inherent living in a digital world?
How do you define good digital citizenship? What are the characteristics of a good digital citizen?
How do you inspire and encourage educators and students to use technology for civic engagement and to address challenges to improve their communities?
What are your best tips for fostering a culture of respectful online interactions?
How can you encourage a healthy balance in teachers & students' use of technology?
Why is it so important to teach students to critically examine the sources of online media and identify underlying assumptions? How do tools like ChatGPT and AI influence this conversation?
What are the best ways to empower educators and students to make informed decisions to protect their personal data and curate the digital profile they intend to reflect?

Don’t forget to listen to our “Pitstop” segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

Jordan Digital Teaching & Learning on Twitter, Website
Kiera Beddes on Twitter, LinkedIn
Jared Covili on Twitter, Website, LinkedIn

Special thanks to Ross Rogers for the sound editing and Kiera & Jared for hosting.

Brooke Anderson - Becoming a Knowledge Driven Educator

jared.covili@jordandistrict.org (brooke anderson, Jared Covili, Kiera Beddes) — Fri, 3 Mar 2023 16:55:47 +0000

In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Brooke Anderson.

Over the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

Knowledge-Driven v.s. Data-Driven - What does it mean to be knowledge-driven?
How has data impacted your views on education?
What role should qualitative data play in the classroom? Quantitative data?
How can educators use individual data to help students take ownership of their learning goals?
What types of data should teachers use to inform their own professional learning?
How can administrators use data to make a difference in their schools? How can data play a role in changing school culture?

Don’t forget to listen to our “Pitstop” segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

Jordan Digital Teaching & Learning on Twitter, Website
Brooke Anderson on Twitter, LinkedIn
Kiera Beddes on Twitter, LinkedIn
Jared Covili on Twitter, Website, LinkedIn

Special thanks to Ross Rogers for the sound editing and Kiera & Jared for hosting.

Making Professional Learning Stick with Caleb Olsen

jared.covili@jordandistrict.org (Caleb Olsen, Kiera Beddes, Jared Covili) — Thu, 9 Feb 2023 18:00:00 +0000

This month for the Jordan Journey podcast, our focus is the ISTE Standards for Coaches on Professional Learning Facilitator. We talk with Caleb about how to plan, provide and evaluate the impact of professional learning for educators and leaders to use technology to advance teaching and learning.

Over the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

What is the most memorable learning experience you’d ever created?
How can you make learning more sticky?
In Teaching that Sticks, the authors reference six principles of sticky learning - Simple, Unexpected, Concrete, Credible, Emotional, Story. Which of these elements do you think make the biggest impact in professional learning? Why?

Don’t forget to listen to our “Pitstop” segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District. Caleb highlights the JSD Health & Wellness Day on Feb 10. This day is an opportunity for JSD employees to prioritize their personal wellness by being:

Curious: using the day to try something new or learn a new strategy that could enhance your personal and professional wellness.
Intentional: proactively planning to meet your unique wellness needs.
United: spending time building relationships and strengthening work connections.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

"Teaching that Sticks" is written by Chip Heath and Dan Heath, the authors of the book Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die

Jordan Digital Teaching & Learning on Twitter, Website
Caleb Olsen on LinkedIn
Kiera Beddes on Twitter, LinkedIn
Jared Covili on Twitter, LinkedIn, & Website

Special thanks to Ross Rogers for the sound editing and Kiera & Jared for hosting.

Portrait of a Jordan District Graduate with Carolyn Gough

jared.covili@jordandistrict.org (Jared Covili, Kiera Beddes) — Thu, 26 Jan 2023 19:03:21 +0000

In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Carolyn Gough, Director of Teaching and Learning

Over the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

Icebreaker Question: Who is an inspiring leader to you? Why?

Tell us the spark notes version of your educational career. How did you end up where you are today?
What are your goals as the Teaching and Learning Administrator?
How has technology changed the landscape of learning for teachers and students over the course of your career?
What should a student be learning throughout their time in the Jordan School District? Skills? Dispositions?
In your experience as a principal and in the teaching & learning department, how do you measure success of professional learning with educators?
What are the three most important things to keep in mind when designing learning experiences?
Why is it important to personalize learning to meet the needs and interests of all students?

Don’t forget to listen to our “Pitstop” segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

Jordan Digital Teaching & Learning on Twitter, Website
Kiera Beddes on Twitter, LinkedIn
Jared Covili on Twitter, Website, LinkedIn

Special thanks to Ross Rogers for the sound editing and Kiera & Jared for hosting.

Holiday Tech Treats from DTL

jared.covili@jordandistrict.org (Kiera Beddes, Jared Covili) — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 23:26:15 +0000

In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with the digital teaching and learning team (Bonnie, Deanna, Larissa, Ross, and Colby) to have them share some of their favorite technology treats to help teachers in their classrooms.

Over the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

What is your favorite tech tool to lead?
What is your favorite tech tool to educate?
What is your favorite tech tool to inspire?
What is your favorite tech tool for fun?

Don’t forget to listen to our “Pitstop” segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

Jordan Digital Teaching & Learning on Twitter, Website
GUEST follows
Kiera Beddes on Twitter, LinkedIn
Jared Covili on Twitter, Website, LinkedIn

Special thanks to Ross Rogers for the sound editing and Kiera & Jared for hosting.

Coaching is Collaborating with Chris Richards-Khong and Dr. Amy Kinder

jared.covili@jordandistrict.org (Jared Covili, Kiera Beddes) — Tue, 22 Nov 2022 23:42:08 +0000

In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Dr. Amy Kinder and Chris Richards-Khong from the Teaching and Learning Department.

Over the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

How does the coaching relationship contribute to an environment where an educator would be willing to explore new instructional strategies?
Can an old dog learn new tricks? How can we help established educators engage with the instructional coaching process and try new things?
What is the JSD coaching model and how can educators use it to improve student learning?
Why is it important that coaches collaborate with educators?

Don’t forget to listen to our “Pitstop” segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

Jordan Digital Teaching & Learning on Twitter, Website
GUEST follows
Kiera Beddes on Twitter, LinkedIn
Jared Covili on Twitter, Website, LinkedIn

Special thanks to Ross Rogers for the sound editing and Kiera & Jared for hosting.

Connecting Learners & STEM with Traci Rindlisbach

jared.covili@jordandistrict.org (Jared Covili, Kiera Beddes, Traci Rindlisbach) — Tue, 18 Oct 2022 22:41:50 +0000

In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Traci Rindlisbach. Traci is from Southern Utah. She went to Southern Utah University for undergrad and graduate work. She has a Masters in Education and has completed an Ed. Tech, STEM, ESL, and Early Childhood endorsements and soon-to-be Administrative License. Traci was a classroom teacher for 14 years. She is passionate about weaving STEM concepts into core subjects.

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

What has been your most effective example of professional learning for yourself? How have you shared that learning with others (students/community/coworkers)?
What are some PLNs that you’ve been a part of and how did you become connected to them?
What are some of your tips to teachers to become a more reflective educator? How has coaching helped you in your career?
What are some exciting projects you are currently working on in your new position?
What is the future of Computer Science?

Don’t forget to listen to our “Pitstop” segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

Jordan Digital Teaching & Learning on Twitter, Website
Traci Rindlisbach on Twitter
Kiera Beddes on Twitter, LinkedIn
Jared Covili on Twitter, Website, LinkedIn

How to Be a Change Agent with Ami Anderson and Kasey Chambers

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 17:12:52 +0000

In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Kasey Chambers and Ami Anderson, two instructional coaches from Rocky Peak Elementary. Ami has been teaching for 27 years in Jordan School District and Kasey wants to be Ami when she grows up. She has been teaching in Jordan School District for 10 years.

Both Kasey and Ami were unexpectedly voluntold to create virtual curriculum the summer before the pandemic. That set things in motion for both of them to be asked to teach virtually during the pandemic. Truth be told, neither were thrilled for this change. But through sheer stubbornness, along with dozens of other JSD teachers, they learned! And loved it! And now they both coach teachers at Rocky Peak Virtual, and they spend their days coaching, problem solving, and inventing ways to do things virtually. Every day is a challenge and an adventure, and we are both so proud to be a part of it.

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

What was the most appealing thing about starting a new virtual elementary school?
What have been some of the challenges that you’ve had to overcome?
How have you worked together to inspire educators to use technology at your school?
How have you seen other educators encourage and inspire each other to try new things at your school?
What does being a Change Agent mean to you?

Don’t forget to listen to our “Pitstop” segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District.

Jordan Digital Teaching & Learning on Twitter, Website
Rocky Peak Elementary on Twitter, Website
Kiera Beddes on Twitter, LinkedIn
Jared Covili on Twitter, Website, LinkedIn

Special thanks to Ross Rogers for the sound editing and Kiera & Jared for hosting.