Best Shasta County Office of Education Podcasts (2025)

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Inspire Shasta, Episode 9: Mental Wellness in Schools: Supporting Students, Staff & Systems 58:12

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Episode Summary: In this insightful episode of Inspire Shasta, we dive into mental wellness in our schools. Hosts Jenn Cobb and Maggie Joyce sit down with two passionate advocates for student and staff well-being: Kelly Rizzi, Director of School and District Support at the Shasta County Office of Education (SCOE), and Pattie Bay, School Counselor a…

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Episode 8: Celebrating Shasta County's Teachers of the Year 32:23

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In this inspiring episode, we hit the road to spotlight the incredible educators named Shasta County's 2024–2025 Teachers of the Year. Join us as we sit down inside real classrooms with three passionate teachers—Cory Poole, Rebecca Lahey, and Bill Hutt —to learn about their unique paths, philosophies, and the impact they're making on students every…

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Episode 7: Hope and Resilience in Shasta County Schools 50:54

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In this episode of the Inspire Shasta podcast, we dive into the transformative power of hope with Tara Schwerdt, School Counselor Coordinator for the Shasta County Office of Education, and Stephanie Miller, School Counselor at Igo Ono and Shasta Elementary Schools. Stephanie was recently honored as the Shasta County School Counselor of the Year for…

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Episode 6: From Adversity to Advocate, Dee Hankins' Inspirational Journey 1:04:41

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In this episode of Inspire Shasta, we sit down with the dynamic and inspiring Dee Hankins, a nationally acclaimed motivational speaker known for his powerful message on resilience. Dee takes us on a journey through his challenging childhood in foster care, sharing how caring adults changed the trajectory of his life. From pivotal moments with a sup…

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Episode 5: Overcoming Homelessness to Forge a Brighter Future 1:11:16

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Episode Summary: In this powerful episode of Inspire Shasta, we dive into the challenges and triumphs of homeless youth in Shasta County. Our guests include Megan Preller, who leads the Ready for Life Host Homes program, and Carla James, an inspiring young advocate with lived experience of homelessness. They share heartfelt stories of resilience, t…

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Episode 4: Shasta County Superintendent of Schools Mike Freeman 1:12:55

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In this episode of Inspire Shasta, we sit down with Mike Freeman, the 27th Superintendent of Schools for Shasta County, to explore his vision for education, community, and family support in Northern California. Mike shares his commitment to advocating for rural schools, the importance of fostering strong community relationships, and the unique chal…

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Episode 3: The Power of Literacy 42:49

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November is Family Literacy Month, and our guests Stephanie Byars, the Director of District and School Support at the Shasta County Office of Education, and Heather Armelino, Superintendent of the Enterprise Elementary School District and Chair of Reach Higher Shasta Early Literacy Committee, share insights into local reading initiatives, challenge…

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Episode 2: Former DEA Agent Rocky Herron 54:13

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Episode Summary: In this episode of Inspire Shasta, we sit down with Rocky Herron, a former DEA agent with 32 years of experience. Rocky shares his journey, from chasing drug traffickers on the Mexican border to discovering the opioid epidemic and its impact on young people. He discusses the importance of drug prevention education and how he starte…

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Episode 1: Meet the Hosts 24:32

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Episode Summary: In the inaugural episode of Inspire Shasta, the hosts introduce themselves and the podcast's mission. They share their backgrounds and experiences working with youth in Shasta County, emphasizing the importance of personal narratives in fostering empathy and understanding. Key Points: Introduction to Inspire Shasta: The podcast aim…

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