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Update frequency:
every 41 days
Average audio length:
17 minutes
Guest interviews
Has sponsors
Video podcast
English
United States
22 episodes
since Sept. 18, 2024
episodic

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What can families expect when their child transitions from Preschool Early Intervention to kindergarten? In this episode of the WIU Pulse, Kristine Samide, Early Childhood Services Coordinator with the Westmoreland Intermediate Unit, explains the transition to kindergarten process and how families,…

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In this episode of the WIU Pulse, guest Sarah Wagner, Educational Consultant with the WIU Training and Consultation (TaC) Team, shares the vital role the team plays in supporting educators, families, and students across Westmoreland County. The conversation highlights the impact of assistive techno…
Each year, the Westmoreland Intermediate Unit hosts one of its most anticipated student-centered events - the Academic Competition - bringing together high school students from across Westmoreland County for a dynamic, tournament-style academic showdown. In this episode of the WIU Pulse, we go behi…
Does school safety and security impact you? If so, you'll want to tune in for this important conversation. On this episode of the WIU Pulse Podcast, we’re joined by Ashley Lenker White, Joe Rice, and Russ Del Rosario to discuss the first-ever Pennsylvania Association of Intermediate Units (PAI…
Are you a Pennsylvania-certified teacher curious about what it’s like to work with students who are learning English as a second language? In this episode, we dive into the world of ESL education with Jenny Lent, Assistant to the Executive Director for Educational Programs at Intermediate Unit 1, a…
With nearly 300 incredible staff members at the WIU, each playing a vital role in supporting our schools, districts, and communities, it’s time to highlight the people who make it all happen. In our very first episode, we’re proud to feature Derek Rhoderick — a dedicated custodian known for giving …
Do you have a bachelor's degree in any field? Are you currently a teacher? Have you ever wondered about teaching students with special needs? In this episode, meet our partner, Dr. Deanna Mennig, Supervisor of the Luzerne Intermediate Unit's Special Education Certification Program. She sh…
In today's conversation, you're going to meet Dr. Jason Stragand, the WIU's Early Childhood Services Director and certified facilitator of School Age and Early Childhood LETRS. He's here to talk about how LETRS is helping kids learn to read and build life-long language skills.
What is AESA— the Association of Educational Service Agencies - and how does this innovative national organization support education across the US. In today’s conversation, you’ll meet Dr. Joan Wade, AESA’s Executive Director, and Shelia King, Chief Strategy Officer. They’re here to talk about how …
How does Safety and Security training through the WIU impact schools? Today, we’re talking with Joe Rice, WIU Student Services Supervisor and Safety and Security Coordinator and Chad Roland, Kiski Area School District Assistant to the Superintendent and School Safety and Security Coordinator to lea…
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