D35 on the Go

D35 On the Go, Episode 41: Mindful Minute Wednesdays In this episode, we will be speaking with Julie Freeman about the Mindful Minute Wednesdays we will be engaging in across District 35 this year. During our conversation, we will: Engage in a mindful minute Discuss D35’s new Mindful Minute Wednesdays Learn more about the value of mindfulness in today’s fast paced world Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we give you a behind the scenes look at the teacher learning that goes on in D35. During our conversation, we will discuss what our staff is engaged in during: Summer Learning New Staff Orientation Institute Days Early Release Mondays Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we highlight the work we do with gardening and the environment at West School. Amy Shearer, West School special education teacher and Garden Club leader, engages in a conversation with Dr. Wang to explore the following topics: Gardening in at West School The district’s commitment to environmental sustainability Community partnerships nurtured through our Garden Explorers Night Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we visit with our school nurses and highlight the work they do in our schools to support student wellness and belonging. You will learn more about: The role school nurses play in schools How mental health finds its way into the nurse’s office The work our nurses do to support heart health Link to D35 Nurses and Healthcare Page: https://www.glencoeschools.org/family-resources/nurses-healthcare Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In January, D35 hosts a Career Exploration Day. The experience is designed to provide our 8th grade students an opportunity to deepen their understanding of the careers available across multiple pathways as they plan for the classes they will explore in high school. In addition to visiting a variety of different booths, students hear a keynote presentation from a D35 alum. On today’s episode, you will have the chance to: Learn more from the various professionals that presented at the event Hear from some of our 8th graders about their experience with the Career Exploration Day Listen in to a conversation with Stevie Ringel, this year’s keynote speaker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.