LCPS: School Talk Thu, 24 Sep 2026 05:00:01 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2631998 en-us © 2026 LCPS: School Talk yes 8b0f7afd-3a6c-5727-ab78-e38e27ad6e72 lcpsmedia@lcps.org Public episodic false Listen to LCPS Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence engage in meaningful and informative conversations with local and national leaders in K-12 education.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Public lcpsmedia@lcps.org https://storage.buzzsprout.com/rzx4w4gykb0gfvipgpvpeitugiyo?.jpg LCPS: School Talk https://www.buzzsprout.com/2631998 School Talk: Federal Support for K-12 Education School Talk: Federal Support for K-12 Education Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence is joined by AASA Chief Advocacy & Governance Officer, Noelle Ellerson Ng, to discuss the current climate of Federal government in assisting K-12 education and the threat to some programs, such as the E-rate.  For more information, please visit the AASA website at https://www.aasa.org/advocacy/key-issues/e-rate-technology


]]> Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence is joined by AASA Chief Advocacy & Governance Officer, Noelle Ellerson Ng, to discuss the current climate of Federal government in assisting K-12 education and the threat to some programs, such as the E-rate.  For more information, please visit the AASA website at https://www.aasa.org/advocacy/key-issues/e-rate-technology


]]> Public Buzzsprout-19856029 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 05:00:00 -0400 2446 3 1 full false School Talk: Belonging Through Dignity School Talk: Belonging Through Dignity LCPS Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence speaks to authors Dr. Floyd Cobb and John Krownapple about their book, Belonging Through a Culture of Dignity. The book dives into the importance of dignity and belonging, while it might appear to be self-evident at first glance, it’s not until these concepts are truly unpacked, that educators realize the dire need for belonging through dignity. Once these fundamental human needs are understood, educators can gain clarity of the barriers to meaningful student relationships, especially across dimensions of difference. Even the most relational and responsive educators need this clarity due to the normalization of what the authors refer to as dignity distortions.

]]> LCPS Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence speaks to authors Dr. Floyd Cobb and John Krownapple about their book, Belonging Through a Culture of Dignity. The book dives into the importance of dignity and belonging, while it might appear to be self-evident at first glance, it’s not until these concepts are truly unpacked, that educators realize the dire need for belonging through dignity. Once these fundamental human needs are understood, educators can gain clarity of the barriers to meaningful student relationships, especially across dimensions of difference. Even the most relational and responsive educators need this clarity due to the normalization of what the authors refer to as dignity distortions.

]]> Department of Communications & Community Engagement Buzzsprout-19532725 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:00:00 -0400 2653 2 full false School Talk: Student Opportunities School Talk: Student Opportunities This week on School Talk with Dr. Spence, we’re talking workforce development and why it starts long before graduation. Special guests Ed Hidalgo and Dr. Steve Regur, CEO of the Educator’s Cooperative, share how partnerships, early exposure and purposeful learning can transform student opportunities. A must-listen for educators and families alike!

]]> This week on School Talk with Dr. Spence, we’re talking workforce development and why it starts long before graduation. Special guests Ed Hidalgo and Dr. Steve Regur, CEO of the Educator’s Cooperative, share how partnerships, early exposure and purposeful learning can transform student opportunities. A must-listen for educators and families alike!

]]> Department of Communications & Community Engagement Buzzsprout-19532715 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:00:00 -0400 2696 2 full false School Talk: Opportunities for Students in the Workforce School Talk: Opportunities for Students in the Workforce LCPS Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence speaks with high school students Skyla from Woodgrove HS and GU from Potomac Falls HS about their experiences and opinions on opportunities for LCPS students to learn outside the classroom and discover their passions.  

]]> LCPS Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence speaks with high school students Skyla from Woodgrove HS and GU from Potomac Falls HS about their experiences and opinions on opportunities for LCPS students to learn outside the classroom and discover their passions.  

]]> Department of Communications & Community Engagement Buzzsprout-19532703 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:00:00 -0400 1286 2 full false School Talk: The Role of Assessments in Preparing Students for Their Future School Talk: The Role of Assessments in Preparing Students for Their Future In this episode of School Talk, Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence sits down with education leader Dr. Doug Reeves to explore what parents want most from their children’s schools when it comes to teaching and assessment. Together, they discuss how meaningful learning, thoughtful feedback, and high expectations help prepare students for success after graduation -- whether that path leads to college, career, or beyond.

]]> In this episode of School Talk, Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence sits down with education leader Dr. Doug Reeves to explore what parents want most from their children’s schools when it comes to teaching and assessment. Together, they discuss how meaningful learning, thoughtful feedback, and high expectations help prepare students for success after graduation -- whether that path leads to college, career, or beyond.

]]> Department of Communications & Community Engagement Buzzsprout-19532675 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:00:00 -0400 2137 2 full false Think Fast: Planning to Attend the United for Wellness Conference Think Fast: Planning to Attend the United for Wellness Conference Dr. Aaron Spence talks with Jen Evans, director of LCPS’ Student Mental Health Services, and Brennan, an 11th-grade student at Heritage High School, about the upcoming United for Wellness Conference. Jen shares what you can expect at the conference, and Brennan provides reasons to attend. Learn more about the conference at www.lcps.org/wellness (This podcast is an audio recording of the February Think Fast video).

]]> Dr. Aaron Spence talks with Jen Evans, director of LCPS’ Student Mental Health Services, and Brennan, an 11th-grade student at Heritage High School, about the upcoming United for Wellness Conference. Jen shares what you can expect at the conference, and Brennan provides reasons to attend. Learn more about the conference at www.lcps.org/wellness (This podcast is an audio recording of the February Think Fast video).

]]> Department of Communications & Community Engagement Buzzsprout-19532672 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:00:00 -0400 324 2 full false School Talk: The State of AI in K-12 Education School Talk: The State of AI in K-12 Education This month on the LCPS Podcast, Dr. Spence takes on one of the most important and rapidly evolving topics in education today: generative AI in K-12 schools.

Joined by Dr. Tom Ryan of the K-12 Strategic Technology Advisory Group and LCPS Chief Technology Officer Aaron Smith, the conversation explores where schools are right now with AI -- and where it’s headed next. From instructional impact and academic integrity to student readiness and responsible implementation, this episode unpacks both the promise and the practical realities of AI in the classroom.

]]> This month on the LCPS Podcast, Dr. Spence takes on one of the most important and rapidly evolving topics in education today: generative AI in K-12 schools.

Joined by Dr. Tom Ryan of the K-12 Strategic Technology Advisory Group and LCPS Chief Technology Officer Aaron Smith, the conversation explores where schools are right now with AI -- and where it’s headed next. From instructional impact and academic integrity to student readiness and responsible implementation, this episode unpacks both the promise and the practical realities of AI in the classroom.

]]> Department of Communications & Community Engagement Buzzsprout-19532661 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:00:00 -0400 3287 2 full false School Talk: How the LCPS Welcome Center Helps Families Start Strong School Talk: How the LCPS Welcome Center Helps Families Start Strong Superintendent Aaron Spence sits down with Jennifer Ferrance, Supervisor of the LCPS Welcome Center, to explore how her team supports families as they join our school division. In a community with diverse backgrounds, cultural experiences, and educational backgrounds, the Welcome Center plays a vital role in ensuring every new family feels prepared and supported from day one.

The team recently expanded its services with a second location in Sterling, complementing the original site in Leesburg and increasing access for families across the county. Listen to this week’s podcast and visit the Welcome Center webpage to learn more.

]]> Superintendent Aaron Spence sits down with Jennifer Ferrance, Supervisor of the LCPS Welcome Center, to explore how her team supports families as they join our school division. In a community with diverse backgrounds, cultural experiences, and educational backgrounds, the Welcome Center plays a vital role in ensuring every new family feels prepared and supported from day one.

The team recently expanded its services with a second location in Sterling, complementing the original site in Leesburg and increasing access for families across the county. Listen to this week’s podcast and visit the Welcome Center webpage to learn more.

]]> Department of Communications & Community Engagement Buzzsprout-19532659 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:00:00 -0400 339 2 full false School Talk: Revisiting Dignity Through Belonging School Talk: Revisiting Dignity Through Belonging LCPS Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence speaks to authors Dr. Floyd Cobb and John Krownapple about their book, Belonging Through a Culture of Dignity. The book dives into the importance of dignity and belonging, while it might appear to be self-evident at first glance, it’s not until these concepts are truly unpacked, that educators realize the dire need for belonging through dignity. Once these fundamental human needs are understood, educators can gain clarity of the barriers to meaningful student relationships, especially across dimensions of difference. Even the most relational and responsive educators need this clarity due to the normalization of what the authors refer to as dignity distortions.

]]> LCPS Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence speaks to authors Dr. Floyd Cobb and John Krownapple about their book, Belonging Through a Culture of Dignity. The book dives into the importance of dignity and belonging, while it might appear to be self-evident at first glance, it’s not until these concepts are truly unpacked, that educators realize the dire need for belonging through dignity. Once these fundamental human needs are understood, educators can gain clarity of the barriers to meaningful student relationships, especially across dimensions of difference. Even the most relational and responsive educators need this clarity due to the normalization of what the authors refer to as dignity distortions.

]]> Department of Communications & Community Engagement Buzzsprout-19532613 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:00:00 -0400 2950 2 full false School Talk: Leading with Purpose in Challenging Times School Talk: Leading with Purpose in Challenging Times In a moment when public education faces intense scrutiny and rapid change, what kind of leadership matters most? In the latest episode of the LCPS Podcast, Superintendent Aaron Spence sits down with Shelley Berman, co-author of The Call to Courage, to explore the courage, integrity and relationship-centered leadership required to serve students and communities today. Tune in to this week's LCPS Podcast for an insightful conversation on leading with purpose in challenging times.

]]> In a moment when public education faces intense scrutiny and rapid change, what kind of leadership matters most? In the latest episode of the LCPS Podcast, Superintendent Aaron Spence sits down with Shelley Berman, co-author of The Call to Courage, to explore the courage, integrity and relationship-centered leadership required to serve students and communities today. Tune in to this week's LCPS Podcast for an insightful conversation on leading with purpose in challenging times.

]]> Department of Communications & Community Engagement Buzzsprout-19532581 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:00:00 -0400 3791 2 full false