Chalkboard Ch@t

Boys & Girls Club of Central Mississippi

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 16:46:20 GMT

Tune in as Naomi Jackson, President and CEO of the Boys and Girls Club of Central Mississippi, talks about the positive impact of the organization. Together, Dr. Tara Y. Wren and Mrs. Jackson discuss the programs and services offered through the Boys and Girls Club of Central Mississippi and how students grow and learn in a variety of ways because of it.

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Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann: Senate Page Program

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 16:53:34 GMT

MS Lieutenant Governor, Delbert Hosemann discusses the Senate Page Program, which gives students the chance to learn firsthand about the inner workings of our government. Listen in as he and Dr. Tara Y. Wren talk about the valuable experience gained from the program and how it allows bright young minds to step into the heart of the legislative process.

If you would like to visit Lieutenant Governor Hosemann's website, click: Delbert Hosemann | Lieutenant Governor | Mississippi (ms.gov)

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MPB's Student Council

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Tune in as Jasmine Harvey, Mississippi Public Broadcasting's Student Engagement Specialist, talks about leading the MPB Student Council, as well as the MPB Student Council Podcast. Students in the MPB Council gain valuable experience through their various community projects and leading their thoughtful discussions on their podcast episodes. Together, Dr. Tara Y. Wren and Ms. Harvey discuss the importance of the MPB Student Council and how it has not only positively impacted students, but also their respective communities.

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MDE's Student Advisory Council

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 16:49:19 GMT

Tune in as Shanderia Minor, the Public Information Officer for the Mississippi Department of Education, talks about leading MDE's Student Advisory Council. Students in the Advisory Council provide much-needed feedback on their experience with public schools in Mississippi. Together, Dr. Tara Y. Wren and Mrs. Minor discuss the importance of the students' voices and how they will influence the future of Mississippi public education.

MDE is taking applications now through September 8. https://www.mdek12.org/SSE/Student-Advisory-Council#

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Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson Talks About His Student Ambassador Program

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 16:46:31 GMT

Secretary of State Michael Watson talks about his Student Ambassador Program, a group he created to cultivate public servants and the next generation of leaders. Listen as he talks about how important it is to give back to the community and why he believes investing in students today is invaluable to the economic sustainability of Mississippi.

If you would like to visit Secretary Watson's website, click: Home | Michael Watson Secretary of state (ms.gov)

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"Student Groups Across Mississippi" Promo

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 20:54:56 GMT

Join Dr. Tara Y. Wren in this special series, as she interviews our state and business leaders who host student groups throughout Mississippi. These special groups help students develop crucial leadership skills, spark an entrepreneurial mindset, and engage with diverse groups of people.

Be sure to share with a student in your life, they may want to join one of these groups as well!

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Behind the Scenes: MPB Summer Learning Family Fun Day 2023

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 16:40:31 GMT

Each summer, MPB ‘s education department hosts Summer Learning Family Fun Day to help encourage learning all summer long. This year’s event on June 19, 2023, included 33 education and health vendors. There were activities at each vendor table, books for students, and many resources provided for parents. Plus, a visit from PBS’ Alma of Alma’s Way and MPB’s very own Ed Said put a smile on many faces. In addition, attendees enjoyed face painting and a live show from Move2Learn. There was lots of fun and learning going on. In this episode, guest host Germaine Flood, talks to some vendors and visitors about their experience.

This episode features the following vendors: The Literacy Center, Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience Mind in the Making, Mississippi Smiles Dentistry, Hattiesburg Zoo, Mississippi Aquarium, Mississippi Library Commission, Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, Mississippi Children's Way, Canopy Children's Solutions.

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Summer Learning Family Fun Day: What to Expect

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 16:45:32 GMT

Summer Learning Family Fun Day 2023 happens Saturday, June 17 at the Jackson Convention Complex from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There are nearly 40 booths that families can visit to gather great information and fun activities for summer learning. Listen in on this podcast as attendees to last year’s event talk about their experience. We hope you will come and join the fun learning experience!

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The Mississippi Military Star School Program (with Ms. Wendy Clemons and Ms. Tammy Crosetti)

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 17:42:38 GMT

The Mississippi Military Star School program focuses on ensuring children in military families are supported. These children often face high levels of stress and unique challenges tied to their parent(s) being deployed, moving frequently to a new school, adjusting to new teachers, and balancing new social interactions, among other things.

Governor Tate Reeves, through Executive Order 1561, directed the Mississippi Department of Education to create and administer this program. Ms. Wendy Clemons and Ms. Tammy Crosetti from MDE share information about how the program works and what a school needs to do to become a Military Star school.

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Slate session 410: Ella Frances Martin - Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 12:53:46 GMT

Ella Frances Martin, a ninth grader from Houston, MS shares how her journey with diabetes led to volunteering with the Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi. Her volunteerism focuses on providing care packages to children who have been diagnosed with diabetes as well. She talks about the impact of her efforts and how special it is to her. Listen to Ella’s inspiring story.

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Slate session 409: Kaylyn Johnson - The Band World

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 17:06:18 GMT

When it comes to playing in a band, Kaylyn Johnson, a freshman from Mendenhall High School knows a lot about it. Her love for the band started in elementary school when she played the recorder. Now, Kaylyn plays clarinet in the concert band and is looking forward to playing in the marching band. Listen in on our conversation as she shares lots of good tips, pros and cons, and the commitment it takes to play in a band.

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Slate session 408: Kaylen Woodard - Braiding

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 13:06:01 GMT

Braids, braids, and more braids. We see braided hair everywhere – different colors and different styles. Creativity is high when it comes to hair braiding. Kalen Woodard, a freshman at Mendenhall High School, shares her journey of learning to braid and talks about how the hairstyle is historic and an expression of self.

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MDE's Early College High School Program (with Wendy Clemons and Dr. Lea Johnson)

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 16:59:49 GMT

Early College High School is a unique concept that provides an innovative way for students to get a jumpstart on their after-high school journey. Dr. Tara Y. Wren talks to Ms. Wendy Clemons and Dr. Lea Johnson from the Mississippi Department of Education about this program that helps propel middle and high school students toward a career and/or college degree.

Early College High Schools are small schools that are usually located on a community college campus. It is a four-year program designed to provide students with a non-traditional high school experience. When they graduate, they could receive both a high school diploma, and either a career tech certificate or an associate's degree. They can also earn credits toward a bachelor’s degree.

Listen in on this conversation and see if this unique learning experience is one you want to explore for students in your home or community.

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Slate Session 407: Jenna Dent - Jewelry Making

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 16:48:46 GMT

For Jenna Dent, a Madison Central High School senior, jewelry making is an outlet for self-expression, an opportunity to show support for friends, and a talent towards entrepreneurship. Listen in as Dr. Wren explores the art and skill of jewelry making with Jenna.

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Slate Session 406: Kaleb Thompson - Love for Music

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 13:00:35 GMT

Kaleb Thompson, an eighth grader at Ocean Springs Middle School, loves music and he has some vinyl records to back that up. He listens to, plays, and studies music. Listen in as Kaleb talks to me about his passion for music.

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Slate session 405: Natalie Ford - Mental Health Matters

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 13:01:12 GMT

Natalie Ford, a ninth grader at Warren Central High School is passionate about being transparent concerning mental health challenges. Natalie shares her personal story and encourages open communication and its importance in helping others cope.

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Slate Session 404: Nadiya Gary - Birdie Talk

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 14:00:10 GMT

Chirp! Chirp! is the sound Nadiya Gary hears often at home. Nadiya, an Ocean Springs Middle School student from Mississippi, has taken on the joy and challenges of being a pet bird owner to two birds.

Dr. Tara Y. Wren talks to Nadiya about her flying friends.

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Slate Session 403: Mya Harden - Powerlifting

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 14:00:50 GMT

Annnnd lift! Mya Harden enjoys the sport of powerlifting. She talks with Dr. Tara Y. Wren about what it takes to be successful as a student powerlifter and her aspirations to compete.

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Slate Session 402: Deon Harrington Jr. - Gaming World

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 18:00:00 GMT

Deon Harrington, Jr., a ninth-grader at South Panola High School in Mississippi, is all into gaming. He has been playing for a while. Deon shares his love of gaming and talks about how it affects him personally, and how it is connected to his Cyber Foundation class. You will also learn how he balances play with other home and school responsibilities.

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Chalkboard Chat | Julia James - Education and Investigative Reporter

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 18:00:00 GMT

Julia James is an education and investigative reporter for Mississippi Today. Dr. Wren sat down with her to unpack various topics that have been at the forefront of K-12 education conversations this past year. James expresses her passion for being a student of her craft and being able to help tell the story of Mississippi’s education system in an impactful way.

Correction: In this podcast, James shared that Mississippi ranks 35th in education. The actual ranking is 39th.

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Slate Session 401: Corinne Allen - Cheerleading

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 18:00:14 GMT

V.I.C.T.O.R.Y!

Corrine Allen, a freshman at Mendenhall High School, loves to cheer. She shares how cheering is not only fun but how it has helped her overall development as a person.

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Promo: Slate Session Student Series

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 14:43:41 GMT

Join Dr. Tara Wren on special "Slate Session" episodes, as she talks to the MPB Student Council about their hobbies and passions!

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Chalkboard Chat | Meet the MPB Student Council Class of 2023

Sat, 21 Jan 2023 00:42:14 GMT

This season we will introduce our 2023 MPB Student Council Class, Student Edition episodes, showcasing the voices of Mississippi's tweens and teens. From practical classroom discussions to field trip experiences, each episode features experts and guests shedding light on Mississippi’s education system, technology, interesting places, people, and more! Whether it’s learning something new, sharing information, taking a trip, or experiencing an aha moment, listening to Chalkboard Ch@t is like changing classes at school- you may go from history class to home economics, but there will always be something special on the slate.

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Chalkboard Chat | A Look Back: Mississippi Science Fest 2022

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 22:46:21 GMT

In this episode, we are taking a look back at our time at the 7th Annual Mississippi Science Fest. Hosted by the Mississippi LeFleur Museum District on September 17th, 2022. Mississippi Science Fest showcases science, technology, engineering, mathematics, STEM industries, organizations and innovation happening across the state. The aim is to engage students, families, adults, and educators in a fun an interactive learning environment that promotes science education and workforce development. MPB Think Radio's Germaine Flood, broadcasted live to gauge the reaction from attendees and vendors alike. Class in now in session!

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Chalkboard Chat | New Season Premiering November 18th!

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT

New season premiering Friday, November 18, 2022! This season we will introduce Student Edition episodes, showcasing the voices of Mississippi's tweens and teens. From practical classroom discussions to field trip experiences, each episode features experts and guests shedding light on Mississippi’s education system, technology, interesting places, people, and more! Whether it’s learning something new, sharing information, taking a trip, or experiencing an aha moment, listening to Chalkboard Ch@t is like changing classes at school- you may go from history class to home economics, but there will always be something special on the slate. For more information: https://education.mpbonline.org/.

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Slate Session 304: MPB Summer Learning Family Fun Day with Jackson Public Schools

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 11:00:00 GMT

Germaine Flood sits down live with Jackson Public Schools Superintendent, Dr. Errick Greene at MPB's Summer Learning Family Fun Day to discuss summer learning, JPS, and the nine-million dollar grant they were awarded to expand pre-K access. For more information: http://chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org/.

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Slate Session 303: MS School for Mathematics and Science & the NPR Student Podcast Challenge

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 14:39:59 GMT

This episode highlights students at the Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science who participated and made it to the final round of the NPR Student Podcast Challenge. Featuring: MSMS English, Film, Drama Teacher and Editor, of Real Mississippi, Dr. Thomas Easterling and MSMS students, Raegan Calvert, Christina Zhang, Sawyer Levenson and Braedon Rothert. For more information: http://chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org/.

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MS Teacher Appreciation 2022: Teri Gordon with Desoto County Career and Technology Center West

Fri, 27 May 2022 11:00:02 GMT

Germaine Flood chats with Teri Gordon, Digital Media Technology I & II at Desoto County Career and Technology Center West in Horn Lake, MS to uncover her passion for the profession, the current state of the profession, her response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and more. For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t - An MPB Education Podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org

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MS Teacher Appreciation 2022: Abigail Myers with Simpson Central School

Fri, 20 May 2022 22:52:37 GMT

Germaine Flood chats with Abigail Myers, 7th and 8th grade teacher and Beta Club Sponsor at Simpson Central School in Pinola, MS to uncover her passion for the profession, the current state of the profession, her response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and more. For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t - An MPB Education Podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org

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MS Teacher Appreciation 2022: Skye Morgan with Petal High School

Fri, 13 May 2022 22:53:12 GMT

Germaine Flood chats with the 2022 "Mississippi Teacher of the Year" Skye Morgan, an 11th grade history teacher at Petal High School in Petal, MS to uncover her passion for the profession, the current state of the profession, her response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and more. For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t - An MPB Education Podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org.

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MS Teacher Appreciation 2022: Pamela Woodard with Simpson Central School

Fri, 06 May 2022 23:03:28 GMT

Germaine Flood chats with Pamela Woodard, Health Informatics & Career Pathways Teacher at Simpson Central School in Pinola, MS to uncover her passion for the profession, the current state of the profession, her response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and more. For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t - An MPB Education Podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org

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MS Principal & Superintendent Appreciation 2022

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 23:16:37 GMT

Germaine Flood and Dr. Tara Wren chat with Principals and Superintendents from across the state of Mississippi, discussing their passion for the profession, the current state of the profession, their response to the COVID-19 pandemic and more. Featuring: Northwest Rankin Elementary School Principal, Kara Killough; Simpson County School District Superintendent, Dr. Toriano Holloway; Madison County School District Superintendent, Charlotte Seals; Old Town Middle School Principal, Crystal Chase; and Pearl Junior High School Principal, John Wallace. For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t - An MPB Education Podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org

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MS Principal & Superintendent Appreciation 2022

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 22:05:10 GMT

Tune-in April 22nd as Germaine Flood and Dr. Tara Wren chat with Principals and Superintendents from across the state of Mississippi, discussing their passion for the profession, the current state of the profession, their response to the COVID-19 pandemic and more. For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t - An MPB Education Podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org

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Slate Session 302: A Toast to Mississippi Toastmasters

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 22:01:46 GMT

This episode will highlight the Echelon Toastmasters Club #1214641, explain the many benefits of joining a Toastmasters club, and showcase Toastmasters International as a proven education organization in which members receive effective evaluation that helps build communication and leadership skills at their own pace. This episode also features a demo Toastmasters session to showcase the skills practiced, that develop more confident speakers and leaders! For more information: http://chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org/.

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Mississippi Music Education Appreciation Series: B.B. King & the MS Blues Trail

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 21:20:05 GMT

Chalkboard Ch@t is celebrating Music Education Appreciation month this March! Join us for part two of this two-part series as we tour the B.B. King and Delta Interpretive Center in Indianola with Executive Director Malika Polk-Lee and sit down to chat with Kamel King about the Mississippi Blues Trail. For more information: http://chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org/.

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Mississippi Music Education Appreciation Series: B.B. King & the MS Blues Trail

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 23:56:26 GMT

Chalkboard Ch@t is celebrating Music Education Appreciation month this March! Join us for part-two of this two-part series as we tour the B.B. King and Delta Interpretive Center in Indianola with Executive Director Malika Polk-Lee and sit down to chat with Kamel King about the Mississippi Blues Trail. Premiering Friday, March 25th. For more information: http://chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org/.

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Mississippi Music Education Appreciation Series: Jimmy Rodgers & the MS Country Music Trail

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 18:16:31 GMT

Chalkboard Ch@t is celebrating Music Education Appreciation month this March! Join us for part-one of this two-part series as we tour the Jimmy Rodgers Museum in Meridian with Executive Director Leslie Lee and sit down to chat with Marty Gamblin about the Mississippi Country Music Trail. Check out part two on Friday, March 25th. For more information: http://chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org/.

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Mississippi Music Education Appreciation Series

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 12:00:21 GMT

Chalkboard Ch@t is celebrating Music Education Appreciation month this March! Join us for this two-part series as we pay homage to Mississippi Country & Blues musicians with visits to the Jimmy Rodgers Museum in Meridian and the B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center in Indianola. We’ll then sit down to chat with Marty Gamblin and Kamel King to talk about the Mississippi Country Music Trail and the Mississippi Blues Trail. Check out part one of our Mississippi Music Education Appreciation Series Friday, March 11th and part two on Friday, March 25th. For more information: http://chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org/.

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MS School Counselor Appreciation 2022

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 01:17:41 GMT

On this episode, Germaine Flood chats with School Counselors from across the state of Mississippi, discussing their passion for the profession, the current state of the profession, their response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the importance of DE&I. Featuring: Dr. Health Stevens, Professional School Counselor for the Office of Academic Affairs at the Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science; Tiffany Durr, School Counselor at Northwest Rankin High School; Lora Dean, School Counselor at Gentry High School; and the Magnolia State School Counselor Association's School Counselor of the Year, Belinda Tutor with Mooreville Elementary School. For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t - An MPB Education Podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org

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MS School Counselor Appreciation 2022

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 23:38:42 GMT

On February 25th, Germaine Flood chats with School Counselors from across the state of Mississippi, discussing their passion for the profession, the current state of the profession, their response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the importance of DE&I. For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t - An MPB Education Podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org

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A Chat with the Sixth Street Museum District

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 22:27:37 GMT

Host Germaine Flood sits down with Latoya Norman, Director of Museums for the Hattiesburg Convention Commission, to talk about the development of the Sixth Street Museum District and history of the district's museums to include the African American History Museum, the Oseola McCarty House, the Historic Eureka School, the Smith Drug Company, and the Military Vehicle Museum. For more information about this podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org

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A Chat with the Sixth Street Museum District

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 23:50:52 GMT

On the next Chalkboard Ch@t, host Germaine Flood sits down with Latoya Norman, Director of Museums for the Hattiesburg Convention Commission, to talk about the development of the Sixth Street Museum District and history of the district's museums to include the African American History Museum, the Oseola McCarty House, the Historic Eureka School, the Smith Drug Company, and the Military Vehicle Museum. To learn more, tune in Friday, February 11, 2022. For more information about this podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org

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Meet the MPB Student Council

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 18:40:10 GMT

On this episode, Chalkboard Ch@t welcomes MPB's Student Council inaugural members Corinne Allen (Simpson Central School), Jenna Dent (Madison Central High School), Jack Durr (Pearl Junior High School), Deon Harrington, Jr. (Batesville Jr. High School), Kayla Latiker (Lanier High School), Makenna Mead (Hernando High School), Myles Williams (Brandon High School), and Kaylen Woodard (Simpson Central School) to the chat! This group of Mississippi school students from across the state actively serve as liaisons for Mississippi Public Broadcasting by disseminating information that is impactful to communities statewide. Tune in to learn more about them, the council and their new MPB Student Council Podcast! For more information about the MPB Student Council, visit education.mpbonline.org/mpb-student-council/.

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Meet the MPB Student Council

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 12:00:48 GMT

On January 28th, Chalkboard Ch@t welcomes MPB's Student Council inaugural members Corinne Allen (Simpson Central School), Jenna Dent (Madison Central High School), Jack Durr (Pearl Junior High School), Deon Harrington, Jr. (Batesville Jr. High School), Kayla Latiker (Lanier High School), Makenna Mead (Hernando High School), Myles Williams (Brandon High School), and Kaylen Woodard (Simpson Central School) to the chat! This group of Mississippi school students from across the state actively serve as liaisons for Mississippi Public Broadcasting by disseminating information that is impactful to communities statewide. Tune in to learn more about them, the council and their new MPB Student Council Podcast! For more information about the MPB Student Council, visit education.mpbonline.org/mpb-student-council/.

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Mississippi Mentoring Appreciation 2022

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 20:14:18 GMT

Chalkboard Ch@t is celebrating National Mentoring Appreciation Month by featuring four Mississippi mentors who exemplify the qualities of effective mentorship. We chat with Dr. Hilliard Lackey, Associate Professor of Urban Higher Education for Jackson State University’s Executive PHD Program, we sit down with Brand Strategist Maranda Joiner, as well as Bianca Foster, President and Founder of Girls 2 Women Mentors and Academy and Tonja Murphy, Founder of The Ladybug Club. For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t, visit chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org.

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Mississippi Mentoring Appreciation

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 12:00:41 GMT

On January 14th, Chalkboard Ch@t is celebrating National Mentoring Appreciation Month by featuring four Mississippi mentors who exemplify the qualities of effective mentorship. We’ll chat with Dr. Hilliard Lackey, Associate Professor of Urban Higher Education for Jackson State University’s Executive PHD Program, we’ll sit down with Brand Strategist Maranda Joiner, as well as Bianca Foster, President and Founder of Girls 2 Women Mentors and Academy and Tonja Murphy, Founder of The Ladybug Club. For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t, visit chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org

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MS Museum Field Trip Series: GRAMMY Museum Mississippi

Fri, 31 Dec 2021 12:00:59 GMT

We're hitting the road for the final episode of our Mississippi Museum Field Trip Series! Tune-in for our final stop at the GRAMMY Museum® Mississippi as we tour the interactive museum with Education and Outreach Manager, Katie Hugley. GRAMMY Museum® Mississippi celebrates the enduring legacies of all forms of music; the creative process; the art and technology of the recording process; and the history of the GRAMMY Awards, the premier recognition of recorded music accomplishment, with a focus on the continuing achievements of Mississippians. For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t - An MPB Education Podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org or education.mpbonline.org

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MS Museum Field Trip Series: GRAMMY Museum Mississippi

Fri, 24 Dec 2021 12:00:02 GMT

On Friday December 31st, we're hitting the road for the final episode of our Mississippi Museum Field Trip Series! Tune-in for our final stop at the GRAMMY Museum® Mississippi as we tour the interactive museum with Education and Outreach Manager, Katie Hugley. GRAMMY Museum® Mississippi celebrates the enduring legacies of all forms of music; the creative process; the art and technology of the recording process; and the history of the GRAMMY Awards, the premier recognition of recorded music accomplishment, with a focus on the continuing achievements of Mississippians. For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t - An MPB Education Podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org or education.mpbonline.org.

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MS Museum Field Trip Series: INFINITY Science Center

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 11:00:25 GMT

We're hitting the road again for the second episode of our Mississippi Museum Field Trip Series! Tune-in for a stop at the INFINITY Science Center in Pearlington, MS as we tour this amazing facility with Education Director, Donna Torres. The INFINITY Science Center is a non-profit science museum offering a blend of space, Earth science, engineering and technology content. It also serves as the official NASA visitor center for Stennis Space Center where visitors enjoy a mix of exhibit space and fun hands-on programming that seeks to inspire minds and spark imaginations. For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t - An MPB Education Podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org or education.mpbonline.org.

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MS Museum Field Trip Series: INFINITY Science Center

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 23:49:23 GMT

On Friday December 17th, we're hitting the road again for the second episode of our Mississippi Museum Field Trip Series! Tune-in for a stop at the INFINITY Science Center in Pearlington, MS as we tour this amazing facility with Education Director, Donna Torres. The INFINITY Science Center is a non-profit science museum offering a blend of space, Earth science, engineering and technology content. It also serves as the official NASA visitor center for Stennis Space Center where visitors enjoy a mix of exhibit space and fun hands-on programming that seeks to inspire minds and spark imaginations. For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t - An MPB Education Podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org or education.mpbonline.org.

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Chalkboard Ch@t Listen To Win Giveaway!

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 20:00:03 GMT

Listen to Win a chalkboard gift set from Chalkboard Ch@t! In celebration for season 3 of Chalkboard Ch@t – An MPB Education Podcast, we’re giving away 3 chalkboard gift sets, this December, to our listeners! Gift set includes: (1) graphic chalkboard, (1) eraser, (2) packs of chalk and (1) Chalkboard Ch@t Podcast chalkboard coffee mug. Three winners will be chosen at random, beginning this Friday, leading up to Christmas Eve!

Rules for Entry:

Listen to episodes Chalkboard Ch@t – An MPB Education Podcast ➡ chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org
Email the title of your favorite episode & what you learned to ➡ education@mpbonline.org

Good luck and thanks for listening!

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MS Museum Field Trip Series: Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience - The MAX

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 14:00:27 GMT

We're hitting the road for the first episode of our Mississippi Museum Field Trip Series! Tune-in for our first stop at the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX) in Meridian, MS as we tour the cutting edge facility with Director of Communications & Programs, Laura Hester and Youth Educator, Kasey Mosely. By shining the spotlight on Mississippi's statewide contributions in arts and entertainment, The MAX guides visitors to other towns and museums throughout the state, from Elvis Presley's Tupelo to B.B. King's Indianola to Jimmy Buffett's Pascagoula to Eudora Welty's Jackson to Walter Anderson's Ocean Springs, and many more through exhibitions, performances, classes, and events. For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t - An MPB Education Podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org or education.mpbonline.org.

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MS Museum Field Trip Series: Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience - The MAX

Fri, 26 Nov 2021 23:12:05 GMT

On Friday December 3rd, we're hitting the road for the first episode of our Mississippi Museum Field Trip Series! Tune-in for our first stop at the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX) in Meridian, MS as we tour the cutting edge facility with Director of Communications & Programs, Laura Hester and Youth Educator, Kasey Mosely. By shining the spotlight on Mississippi's statewide contributions in arts and entertainment, The MAX guides visitors to other towns and museums throughout the state, from Elvis Presley's Tupelo to B.B. King's Indianola to Jimmy Buffett's Pascagoula to Eudora Welty's Jackson to Walter Anderson's Ocean Springs, and many more through exhibitions, performances, classes, and events. For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t - An MPB Education Podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org or education.mpbonline.org.

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Slate Session 301: The Bean Path - Major Tech Engineering Hub to Grow Networks and Fertilize Communities

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 14:00:35 GMT

On this special Slate Sessions episode, I sit down with Dr. Nashlie Sephus, Tech Evangelist for Amazon AI and Founder/CEO of The Bean Path, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to sow technical expertise in order to grow networks and fertilize communities, to talk about her upbringing, entrepreneurship and her passion for promoting tech growth in her community.

Dr. Sephus formerly led the Amazon Visual Search team as an Applied Scientist in Atlanta, which launched visual search for replacement parts on the Amazon Shopping app in June 2018. In 2018, Dr. Sephus became the founder and CEO of The Bean Path non-profit organization based in Jackson, MS assisting individuals and startups with technical expertise and guidance. In September of 2020, she became the owner and developer of the Jackson Tech District—14-acres of mixed-use commercial real-estate in downtown Jackson—to bring tech training and workforce/economic development to the area.

For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t - An MPB Education Podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org or education.mpbonline.org.

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The Bean Path: Major Tech Engineering Hub to Grow Networks and Fertilize Communities

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 23:51:20 GMT

On Friday, November 19th, I sit down with Dr. Nashlie Sephus, Tech Evangelist for Amazon AI and Founder/CEO of The Bean Path, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to sow technical expertise in order to grow networks and fertilize communities, to talk about her upbringing, entrepreneurship and her passion for promoting tech growth in her community. For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t - An MPB Education Podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org or education.mpbonline.org.

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Veterans in the Workplace: Work for Warriors and Building Healthy Military Communities

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 19:57:34 GMT

On this season three premiere episode, we sit down with Sarah Frey, Employment Director for Work for Warriors MS and Dr. Mangle Shanks, State Coordinator for Building Healthy Military Communities (BHMC) for an in-depth discussion about employment services, various resources and family programs for our Veteran population. For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t - An MPB Education Podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org or education.mpbonline.org.

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Chalkboard Ch@t Season Three Premiere

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 22:14:33 GMT

Chalkboard Ch@t is back to the slate for Season Three! Hosted by Germaine Flood and Tara Wren, Season Three premieres Friday, November 5th. Chalkboard Ch@t is informative, interactive, & it's back! Want to be a featured guest? Email- germaine.flood@mpbonline.org. For more information visit: https://education.mpbonline.org/.

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Mississippi ABLE Program & the ABLE Age Adjustment Act for People Living with Disabilities

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 20:47:00 GMT

On this Season Two finale episode, we sit down with Chris Howard, Executive Director of Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services (MDRS) to chat about the Mississippi ABLE Program for people living with disabilities. We'll also discuss the passing of the ABLE Age Adjustment Act with Mississippi State Treasurer, David McRae. For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t - An MPB Education Podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org or education.mpbonline.org

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Promo: Mississippi ABLE Program & the ABLE Age Adjustment Act for People Living with Disabilities

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 22:33:37 GMT

On Friday September 17th's Chalkboard Ch@t Season Two finale episode, we sit down with Chris Howard, Executive Director of Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services (MDRS) to chat about the Mississippi ABLE Program for people living with disabilities. We'll also discuss the passing of the ABLE Age Adjustment Act with Mississippi State Treasurer, David McRae. For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t - An MPB Education Podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org or education.mpbonline.org.

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Slate Sessions 204: 5 Tips to Help Children Learning from Home with Kids First Education

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 16:15:26 GMT

Slate Sessions: 204 "5 Tips to Help Children Learning from Home" with Cellie Scoggin M.Ed, VP of Educational Services at Kids First Education. KIDS 1st Education LLC was founded on May 1st, 2020 by career educators, Chuck Poer and Cellie Scoggin, for the purpose of working with K-12 schools to improve outcomes for KIDS. Chuck and Cellie have worked together for more than a decade, leading teams of educators to make a positive impact for KIDS. They are joined by an experienced team of educational coaches and specialists with a heart for KIDS and a passion for teaching and learning.

"Slate Sessions" are Chalkboard Ch@t bonus episodes where educators from across the U.S. offer tools, tips and beneficial practices. If you or anyone you know is a teacher, professor or childcare provider and would like to be featured on a future “Slate Sessions” episode, email the show host at germaine.flood@mpbonline.org.

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Slate Sessions 204 Promo: 5 Tips to Help Children Learning from Home with Kids First Education

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 18:30:24 GMT

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A Ch@t with Dr. Ebony Lumumba - First Lady of Jackson, JSU English Department Chair, and founder of MOJO talks about the Mississippi Book Festival, Angie Thomas, Dr. Jill Biden, Write On, Mississippi! Podcast & More!

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 15:00:54 GMT

Germaine Flood has a one-on-one, in-depth chat with Dr. Ebony Lumumba, Department Chair of English, Foreign Languages, and Speech Communication at Jackson State University, Founder of MOJO (Mother's Obtaining Justice & Opportunities) non-profit organization, Co-host of the "Write On, Mississippi!" podcast in partnership with the Mississippi Book Festival and MPB, in addition to serving as Mississippi's Capital City of Jackson First Lady & wife of Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba, as she discusses her passion for education and how she balances it all.

For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t - An MPB Education Podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org.

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Promo: A Ch@t with Dr. Ebony Lumumba - First Lady of Jackson, JSU English Department Chair, and founder of MOJO talks about the Mississippi Book Festival, Angie Thomas, Dr. Jill Biden, Write On, Mississippi! Podcast & More!

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 17:30:22 GMT

Tune into Chalkboard Ch@t, August 20th, as Germaine Flood has a one-on-one, in-depth chat with Dr. Ebony Lumumba, Department Chair of English, Foreign Languages, and Speech Communication at Jackson State University, Founder of MOJO (Mother's Obtaining Justice & Opportunities) non-profit organization, Co-host of the "Write On, Mississippi!" podcast in partnership with the Mississippi Book Festival and MPB, in addition to serving as Mississippi's Capital City of Jackson First Lady & wife of Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba, as she discusses her passion for education and how she balances it all.

For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t - An MPB Education Podcast visit: chalkboardchat.mpbonline.org or education.mpbonline.org.

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Slate Sessions 203: Valedictorians at the Gate - Standing Out, Getting In, and Staying Sane While Applying to College by Becky Sabky

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 17:00:26 GMT

Slate Sessions: 203 with Becky Munsterer Sabky, author of VALEDICTORIANS AT THE GATE: Standing Out, Getting In, and Staying Sane While Applying to College- written after her essay about the most memorable college recommendation she received went viral in the New York Times, presents "5 Great Tips for Applying to College." VALEDICTORIANS AT THE GATE explores the process of who gets in, who doesn’t and why, based on Sabky’s 13 years of personal experience at Dartmouth as an admissions officer.

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Slate Sessions 203 Promo: Valedictorians at the Gate - Standing Out, Getting In, and Staying Sane While Applying to College by Becky Sabky

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 05:00:10 GMT

Slate Sessions: 203 with Becky Munsterer Sabky, author of VALEDICTORIANS AT THE GATE: Standing Out, Getting In, and Staying Sane While Applying to College. Episode airing Friday, August 6, 2021.

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MS Prison Education and Reentry Series- 2nd Chance MS & Southern Dreams

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 18:17:29 GMT

Tune into Chalkboard Chat during the month of July for “Mississippi Prison Education & Reentry”, 3-part episode series, as we discuss education and re-entry programs for incarcerated individuals.

On this series finale episode, we’ll have an in-depth chat with father and son duo, Dickie and Zach Scruggs, co-founders of 2nd Chance MS, a non-profit organization, helping to remove barriers that prevent adult students from obtaining a High School Equivalency and /or an Employable Workforce Certification. We'll also sit down with Melvin Anderson, CEO of Southern Dreams Prevention Services, an at-risk advocacy and community-based program that focuses on the well-being of juveniles and their families, in addition to Pearl Bailey, Director of Home Visiting and Training with Healthy Families Mississippi.

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Promo: MS Prison Education and Reentry Series- 2nd Chance MS & Southern Dreams

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 17:32:18 GMT

Tune into Chalkboard Chat during the month of July for “Mississippi Prison Education & Reentry”, 3-part episode series, as we discuss education and re-entry programs for incarcerated individuals.

On July 30th, we’ll have an in-depth chat with father and son duo, Dickie and Zach Scruggs, co-founders of 2nd Chance MS, a non-profit organization, helping to remove barriers that prevent adult students from obtaining a High School Equivalency and /or an Employable Workforce Certification. We'll also sit down with Melvin Anderson, CEO of Southern Dreams Prevention Services, an at-risk advocacy and community-based program that focuses on the well-being of juveniles and their families, in addition to Pearl Bailey, Director of Home Visiting and Training with Healthy Families Mississippi.

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MS Prison Education and Reentry Slate Sessions 202: UM & ELI

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 23:30:57 GMT

Tune into Chalkboard Chat during the month of July for “Mississippi Prison Education & Reentry”, 3-part episode series, as we discuss education and re-entry programs for incarcerated individuals. On this episode, we chat with Dr. Linda Keena, Associate Professor of Criminal Justice at the University of Mississippi about her implementation of the Entrepreneurial Learning Initiative curriculum at the Mississippi State Penitentiary (MSP), also known as Parchman Farm, as part of a pre-release program. We also sit down with Entrepreneurial Learning Initiative Founder and CEO Gary Schoeniger, to discuss his entrepreneurial mindset education. For more information about MPB Education visit: education.mpbonline.org.

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Promo: MS Prison Education and Reentry Slate Sessions 202- UM & ELI

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 23:00:21 GMT

Tune into Chalkboard Chat during the month of July for “Mississippi Prison Education & Reentry”, 3-part episode series, as we discuss education and re-entry programs for incarcerated individuals. On the next episode, we chat with Dr. Linda Keena, Associate Professor of Criminal Justice at the University of Mississippi about her implementation of the Entrepreneurial Learning Initiative curriculum at the Mississippi State Penitentiary (MSP), also known as Parchman Farm, as part of a pre-release program. We also sit down with Entrepreneurial Learning Initiative Founder and CEO Gary Schoeniger, to discuss his entrepreneurial mindset education. Episode airing Friday, July 16, 2021. For more information about MPB Education visit: education.mpbonline.org

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MS Prison Education and Reentry Series: MHC & MDCC

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 13:00:27 GMT

Tune into Chalkboard Chat during the month of July for “Mississippi Prison Education & Reentry”, 3-part episode series, as we discuss education and re-entry programs for incarcerated individuals. On this episode, we chat with Mississippi Humanities Council’s Assistant Director, Carol Andersen and Project Coordinator for Prison Education, Carla Falkner about the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Award to support Community College Education in Mississippi Prisons. We also sit down with Dr. Ben Cloyd, Vice President for Effectiveness and Enrollment at Mississippi Delta Community College, to discuss his administrative role implementing and monitoring the HEP (Higher Education in Prison) program at Mississippi State Penitentiary, also known as Parchman Farm. For more information about MPB Education visit: https://education.mpbonline.org/.

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Promo: MS Prison Education and Reentry Series

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 22:20:54 GMT

Tune into Chalkboard Chat’s July “Mississippi Prison Education & Reentry”, 3-part episode series, as we discuss education and re-entry programs for incarcerated individuals.

On July 2nd, we chat with Mississippi Humanities Council’s Assistant Director, Carol Andersen and Project Coordinator for Prison Education, Carla Falkner about the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Award to support Community College Education in Mississippi Prisons.

On July 16th’s Slate Session episode, the Entrepreneurial Learning Initiative Founder and CEO Gary Schoeniger, sits down to discuss how Dr. Linda Keena of the University of Mississippi, implemented his ELI curriculum as part of a pre-release program.

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Slate Sessions 201: It Was Supposed to Be Sunny with Samantha Cotterill

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 13:00:03 GMT

Slate Sessions: 201 with Samantha Cotterill, Author and Illustrator of the "Little Senses" book series, created for any kid who sometimes feels anxious or overwhelmed, but especially for kids who are on the autism spectrum and/or have sensory issues. The fourth book in the series, It Was Supposed to Be Sunny, provides gentle guidance to help every kid navigate schedule changes, manage expectations, and cope with overwhelming situations. More information can be found at https://www.samanthacotterill.com/. "Slate Sessions" are Chalkboard Ch@t bonus episodes where education enthusiasts from across the U.S. offer tools, tips and beneficial practices. If you or anyone you know is a teacher, professor, mentor, childcare provider, author or an education enthusiast and would like to be featured on a future “Slate Sessions” episode, email the show host at germaine.flood@mpbonline.org.

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Slate Sessions 201 Promo: It Was Supposed to Be Sunny with Samantha Cotterill

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 17:07:04 GMT

Slate Sessions: 201 with Samantha Cotterill, Author and Illustrator of the "Little Senses" book series. Episode airing Friday, June 18, 2021. "Slate Sessions" are Chalkboard Ch@t bonus episodes where educators from across the U.S. offer tools, tips and beneficial practices. If you or anyone you know is a teacher, professor or childcare provider and would like to be featured on a future “Slate Sessions” episode, email the show host at germaine.flood@mpbonline.org.

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Parents Are Teachers Too & We Want You!

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 18:41:31 GMT

Tune in as Germaine Flood & Tara Wren discuss how parents can sign-up for MPB Education's PATT Initiative this month. In addition, stay tuned to hear the abbreviated "PATT- Parents Are Teachers Too" episode from Season One featuring chats with Belinda Lane & Yomeka Gaffney, MPB Education Specialists, discussing the facilitator & parent recruitment components of the initiative. To become a PATT Parent visit: https://education.mpbonline.org/early-childhood/patt/.

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Promo: Season Two- "The Summer Sessions"

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 22:02:30 GMT

Chalkboard Ch@t is back to the slate for Season Two! Hosted by Germaine Flood and Tara Wren, Season Two- "The Summer Sessions" premieres Friday, June 4th. Chalkboard Ch@t is informative, interactive, fun & it's back! To become a featured guest on the podcast, email: germaine.flood@mpbonline.org and for more information visit: https://education.mpbonline.org/.

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MS Teachers Appreciation

Sat, 08 May 2021 00:21:44 GMT

Tune-in to Chalkboard Ch@t’s “MS Teachers Appreciation” season finale episode, as Germaine Flood chats with teachers from across the state of Mississippi to discuss their passion for the profession, professional development, life during the pandemic, their accomplishments and more!

Featured Teachers & Schools:

Ernest Dixon, Vicksburg Warren School District

Laura Griffith, Florence Middle School

Amber Davis, Gary Road Elementary School

Angie Gray, Hills Chapel School

DiJhonne Singleton, Boyd Elementary School

Ella Collier, Reuben B Myers School of Arts and Sciences

Khadijah Hopkins, Shirley Elementary School in Jackson Public Schools

Amber Young, Simpson Central School

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Mississippi Beautiful Day

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 19:18:14 GMT

Listen in as Germaine Flood chats with Pam Confer, an award-winning, bilingual professional singer, songwriter, speaker and public relations consultant, about “Mississippi Beautiful Day”, a day that is recognized on May 10th in the state. She also chats with MPB employees, Joel Povolni, Clarence Robson, Felicia Davis and Millard O'Baner II, about their Mississippi history and what makes the state beautiful to them. “Mississippi Beautiful Day” was established to give all Mississippians a day to celebrate the state’s rich and complicated history, and bond in a special, collective love for all that the state has to offer. Mississippi’s landscape is vastly different throughout, yet it is welcoming, diverse, charming, and resilient. Mississippi is a launching pad for culture and a forever home for creatives. As the complementing song indicates, Mississippi is “Beautiful." “Mississippi Beautiful Day” is a statewide holiday that was established by Governor Phil Bryant in 2019 to celebrate all things beautiful about the 82 counties of Mississippi— from the culinary arts, to music, to personalities, and so much more. Learn more at https://education.mpbonline.org/.

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Slate Sessions: 111

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 18:10:48 GMT

Slate Sessions: 111, "Please Wear Pants to Work", with Rita Brent, comedian, musician and military veteran from Jackson, MS, who has been featured on Comedy Central, truTV, Circle TV and is listed by Thrillist as "The Best Undiscovered Comedian in Mississippi". She tours occasionally as a feature act with her mentor, Rickey Smiley, has appeared on Cedric the Entertainer's "Rock Your Brim" Comedy Tour and is signed to Buchwald Talent Agency in New York. This Slate Session is the third and final excerpt titled "Did You See That?" from MPB Education's "Workforce Wednesday" Workshop, Self-Presentation Series, aimed to help you sound and look your best when presenting virtually. For more information about MPB Education's "Workforce Wednesday" Workshops, visit: https://education.mpbonline.org/. "Slate Sessions" are Chalkboard Ch@t bonus episodes where educators from across the U.S. offer tools, tips and beneficial practices. If you or anyone you know is a teacher, professor or childcare provider and would like to be featured on a future “Slate Sessions” episode, email the show host at germaine.flood@mpbonline.org.

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Slate Sessions: 110

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 13:00:57 GMT

Slate Sessions: 110 with Dr. Michael Anderson, Learning Specialist in the Division of Athletics at Jackson State University. "Slate Sessions" are Chalkboard Ch@t bonus episodes where educators from across the U.S. offer tools, tips and beneficial practices.

If you or anyone you know is a teacher, professor or childcare provider and would like to be featured on a future “Slate Sessions” episode, email the show host at germaine.flood@mpbonline.org.

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PATT- Parents Are Teachers Too

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 22:24:06 GMT

Tune in as Tara Wren chats with Belinda Lane & Yomeka Gaffney, Education Specialists at MPB, to explore the ins and outs of the PATT- Parents Are Teachers Too initiative as well as Sharon Nettles, PATT Facilitator and Helen Walls, PATT Parent Participant about their experience with the program and more! For more information about the topics discussed in this episode, visit: https://www.education.mpbonline.org.

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Getting to Work MS & The Mississippi Economic Council

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 21:14:10 GMT

Listen in as Germaine Flood chats with Scott Waller, President and CEO of the Mississippi Economic Council, to explore the link between early childhood education and workforce development in the state as well as Jasmine Harvey, Student Engagement Specialist at Mississippi Public Broadcasting, about the initiatives she manages including Getting to Work MS, MPB's Soft Skills and Dress for Success series, Workforce Wednesdays and more! For more information about the topics discussed in this episode, visit: https://www.education.mpbonline.org.

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Slate Sessions: 109

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 15:00:00 GMT

Slate Sessions: 109, "It's all about the look", with Coretta Frazier, CEO of Professional Management Solutions in Byram, MS. This Slate Session is the second excerpt titled "How To Improve Your Personal Brand on Zoom" from MPB Education's "Workforce Wednesday" Workshop, Self-Presentation Series, aimed to help you sound and look your best when presenting virtually. For more information about MPB Education's "Workforce Wednesday" Workshops, visit https://education.mpbonline.org/. "Slate Sessions" are Chalkboard Ch@t bonus episodes where educators from across the U.S. offer tools, tips and beneficial practices. If you or anyone you know is a teacher, professor or childcare provider and would like to be featured on a future “Slate Sessions” episode, email the show host at germaine.flood@mpbonline.org.

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Slate Sessions: 108

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 13:00:00 GMT

Slate Sessions: 108 with Keiona Miller, Educational Consultant with Encore Enterprises. "Slate Sessions" are Chalkboard Ch@t bonus episodes where educators from across the U.S. offer tools, tips and beneficial practices. If you or anyone you know is a teacher, professor or childcare provider and would like to be featured on a future “Slate Sessions” episode, email the show host at germaine.flood@mpbonline.org.

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COVID Learning Loss & MDE 2020-21 End-of-Course Assessments Waiver

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 21:59:06 GMT

Join the Ch@t! Listen-in as I chat with Dr. Nathan Oakley, Chief Academic Officer with the Mississippi Department of Education about "Mississippi Succeeds - Maintaining Momentum through COVID-19", an MDE presentation for the recommendation of waiving the passing requirements for statewide 3rd grade reading and high school end-of-course assessments for the 2020-21 school year. I also chat with Dr. Esther Wojcicki, a repeat TED Talks presenter and retired educator from Palo Alto High School in Palo Alto, CA, in addition to Dr. Joseph Atman, educator and Executive Director of Middle Tree Education Center in Claremont, CA, about what is COVID learning loss and ways to combat this specific loss of knowledge. For more information about Chalkboard Ch@t visit: https://www.education.mpbonline.org.

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Slate Sessions: 107

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 18:00:24 GMT

Slate Sessions: 107, "Watch What You Say", with Claudia Singletary, Executive Assistant at Mississippi Public Broadcasting. This Slate Session is the first excerpt titled "Confessions of a Word Nerd" from MPB Education's "Workforce Wednesday" Workshop, Self-Presentation Series, aimed to help you sound and look your best when presenting virtually. For more information about MPB Education's "Workforce Wednesday" Workshops, visit https://education.mpbonline.org/. "Slate Sessions" are Chalkboard Ch@t bonus episodes where educators from across the U.S. offer tools, tips and beneficial practices. If you or anyone you know is a teacher, professor or childcare provider and would like to be featured on a future “Slate Sessions” episode, email the show host at germaine.flood@mpbonline.org.

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MPB Instructional Resources

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 23:10:27 GMT

Listen in as Tara Wren chats with Margie Banks, Director of Instructional Resources in MPB's Education Department, as they discuss e-Learning and the Digital Education Network (DEN). Tara also sits down with two of the division's class facilitators, Jane Pickett and Melissa Twyner, to discuss their role with the division. For more information about the topics discussed in this episode, visit: https://www.education.mpbonline.org.

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Slate Sessions: 106

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 21:58:13 GMT

Slate Sessions: 106, "9 Tips for Parents of Students, Grades 9th-12th, on Attending College Debt-Free", with Candace Chambers, CEO and Chief Academic Coach of Educational Writing Services, LLC and author of "Write Your Way to a Successful Scholarship Essay." "Slate Sessions" are Chalkboard Ch@t bonus episodes where educators from across the U.S. offer tools, tips and beneficial practices. If you or anyone you know is a teacher, professor or childcare provider and would like to be featured on a future “Slate Sessions” episode, email the show host at germaine.flood@mpbonline.org.

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MS Counselor Appreciation

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 23:04:42 GMT

Listen in as I chat with School Counselors from across the state of Mississippi to discuss their passion for the profession, related to counseling students and their own professional development. We chat about the current state of the profession related to protecting the school counselor’s role, their response to COVID-19 and the importance of school counselor demographics and DEI. Counselors include: Crystal Brewer, Simpson County School District; Tabatha Kenney, Jackson Public Schools; Lori W. Taylor, M.Ed., Prentiss County School District; Maria Fields, MS Achievement School District; Deanna Rush, Union Public School District; Deon Harrington & Crystal Carter-Harrington, North Panola School District. More information can be found by visiting education.mpbonline.org.

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Promo: MS Counselor Appreciation

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 19:22:54 GMT

Download a new episode this Friday as I chat with School Counselors from across the state of Mississippi to discuss their passion for the profession, related to counseling students and their own professional development. We also chat about the current state of the profession related to protecting the school counselor’s role, their response to COVID-19 and the importance of school counselor demographics and DEI. More information can be found by visiting education.mpbonline.org.

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Slate Sessions: 105

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 14:00:57 GMT

Slate Sessions: 105 with Tomice Scott, Special Needs Pre-K teacher at Oak Hill Elementary, in Covington, GA. "Slate Sessions" are Chalkboard Ch@t bonus episodes where educators from across the U.S. offer tools, tips and beneficial practices. If you or anyone you know is a teacher, professor or childcare provider and would like to be featured on a future “Slate Sessions” episode, email the show host at germaine.flood@mpbonline.org.

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The New Normal

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 21:19:39 GMT

Tune-in to an all-new episode, "The New Normal", as I talk with students from across the state of Mississippi about their first year of school amid the pandemic. I also sit down with the parents to get their perspective on the impact that the school year has had on them. For more information on this episode, visit MPB Education's Facebook page: www.facebook.com/MPBEducation or website: www.education.mpbonline.org.

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Promo: The New Normal

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 22:12:27 GMT

Catch a new episode this Friday as I 'Chalk It Up' with students from across the state of Mississippi about their first year of school amid the pandemic. I also sit down with the parents to get their perspective on the impact that the school year has had on them. More information can be found by visiting education.mpbonline.org.

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Slate Sessions: 104

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 18:31:34 GMT

Slate Sessions: 104 with Tracee Johnson, Early Childhood Educator at Treasure Chest Learning Academy, in Jackson, Mississippi. "Slate Sessions" are Chalkboard Ch@t bonus episodes where educators from across the U.S. offer tools, tips and beneficial practices. If you or anyone you know is a teacher, professor or childcare provider and would like to be featured on a future “Slate Sessions” episode, email the show host at germaine.flood@mpbonline.org.

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MPB New Year, New Focus

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 22:06:33 GMT

Tune-in as we discuss all things MPB with Mississippi Public Broadcasting's Executive Director, Ronnie Agnew. This in-depth sit down uncovers the heart of the agency showcasing MPB departments including Education, Radio, Television, Communications, Digital & Membership. We discuss MPB's 50th Anniversary, the agency's response to the pandemic and what to expect in 2021. For more information about MPB, visit our website at https://www.mpbonline.org.

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Slate Sessions: 103

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 18:00:41 GMT

Slate Sessions: 103 with Michael Adams, 7th grade History teacher at Madisonville Junior High, in Madisonville Louisiana. "Slate Sessions" are Chalkboard Ch@t bonus episodes where educators from across the U.S. offer tools, tips and beneficial practices. If you or anyone you know is a teacher, professor or childcare provider and would like to be featured on a future “Slate Sessions” episode, email the show host at germaine.flood@mpbonline.org.

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Happy New Year!

Fri, 01 Jan 2021 06:00:10 GMT

Tune-in to an all-new Chalkboard Ch@t episode, premiering January 8, 2021. From all of us here at Chalkboard Ch@t, we wish you and yours a happy and safe new year!

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Happy Holidays!

Fri, 25 Dec 2020 06:00:39 GMT

From us here at Chalkboard Ch@t, we'd like to wish you and yours a happy and safe holiday season. Chalkboard Ch@t returns January 8, 2021 with an all-new episode!

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Slate Sessions: 102

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 13:00:14 GMT

Slate Sessions: 102 with Jath DiCecco, Literacy Coach at the Mississippi Department of Education. "Slate Sessions" are Chalkboard Ch@t bonus episodes where educators from across the U.S. offer tools, tips and beneficial practices. If you or anyone you know is a teacher, professor or childcare provider and would like to be featured on a future “Slate Sessions” episode, email the show host at germaine.flood@mpbonline.org.

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MPB Classroom TV

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 17:46:54 GMT

Listen in as we chat with Mississippi Department of Education's LeighAnne Cheeseman and Jath DiCecco about all things MPB Classroom TV! More information can be found by visiting education.mpbonline.org.

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Promo: MPB Classroom TV

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 19:45:25 GMT

Catch a new episode this Friday as we chat with Mississippi Department of Education's LeighAnne Cheeseman and Jath Dicecco about all things MPB Classroom TV! More information can be found by visiting https://education.mpbonline.org/.

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Slate Sessions: 101

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 14:13:57 GMT

Slate Sessions: 101 with Irving, Texas 6th grade Science teacher, Sharetia Jones. "Slate Sessions" are Chalkboard Ch@t bonus episodes where educators from across the U.S. offer tools, tips and beneficial practices. If you or anyone you know is a teacher, professor or childcare provider and would like to be featured on a future “Slate Sessions” episode, email the show host at germaine.flood@mpbonline.org.

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Chalk Talk

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 14:30:00 GMT

Tune in as Tara Wren chats with Shelia Brown-Robinson, MPB Director of Early Childhood and also sits down with two Mississippi Early Childhood Educators to discuss their participation in the PBS Ed Camp, a peer-to-peer professional development opportunity. For more information visit: https://education.mpbonline.org/.

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Promo: Chalk Talk

Tue, 24 Nov 2020 21:14:26 GMT

Tune in Friday to episode 3, as Tara Wren chats with Shelia Brown-Robinson, MPB Director of Early Childhood and also sits down with two Mississippi Early Childhood Educators to discuss their participation in the PBS Ed Camp, a peer-to-peer professional development opportunity. For more information visit: https://education.mpbonline.org/.

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Sidewalk Chalk

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 19:59:43 GMT

Listen as we chat with Erica Shelton, Manger of the MPB Kids Club. We’ll also sit down with Licensed and Master Clinical Social Worker, Toni Lewis of Breaking 13, LLC to discuss the sociological effects extracurricular activity has on children. In addition to special guest appearances from long-time Club member, Serenity Moore as well as Empee Bee, the mascot behind the MPB Kids Club! For more information visit: https://education.mpbonline.org/.

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Promo: Sidewalk Chalk

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 23:38:50 GMT

Tune-in Friday to episode 2, as we chat with Erica Shelton, Manger of the MPB Kids Club. We’ll also sit down with Licensed and Master Clinical Social Worker, Toni Lewis of Breaking 13, LLC to discuss the sociological effects extracurricular activity has on children. In addition to special guest appearances from long-time Club member, Serenity Moore as well as Empee Bee, the mascot behind the MPB Kids Club! For more information visit: https://education.mpbonline.org/.

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Clean Slate

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 20:04:15 GMT

Hosts Germaine Flood and Tara Wren discuss their education memories, the new podcast and what listeners can expect from future episodes. For more information visit: https://education.mpbonline.org/.

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Promo: Chalkboard Ch@t

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 17:56:58 GMT

Chalkboard Ch@t is a new podcast powered by MPB Education, dedicated to providing up-to-date resources for teachers, parents, guardians, students, and education enthusiasts. Each episode will feature knowledgeable experts and interesting guests shedding light on various topics relevant to the world of education throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. Hosted by Germaine Flood, along with Co-Host Tara Wren, Chalkboard Ch@t is informative, interactive, and fun! Chalkboard Ch@t premieres Friday, November 13, 2020. For more information visit: https://education.mpbonline.org/.

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