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The Inside Scoop

Cobb County School District

The Inside Scoop is a weekly chat on topics of interest with people in-the-know for those people seeking to promote student success in Cobb County.

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19:37

What's Up With Those Ed-SPLOST Pennies?

The Inside Scoop ·

2023/01/18

Guest: Nick Parker, Senior Executive Director of Ed-SPLOST / PlanningClick on a timecode to jump to the topic:[00:39] Ed-SPLOST Defined in Cobb Schools[01:09] Referendum Timing vs Projects Start[02:24] Cobb Schools is Not the Cobb County Government[03:03] Current Major Projects[05:41] Why Projects Don't Start Right Away[07:05] Benefits of the Short-term Note[08:34] How Projects are Prioritized[11:17] Major Projects on the Horizon[16:22] Staying In-touch with Your ProjectsUseful links from

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20:04

Cobb's Amazing Performing Arts Magnet Program at...

The Inside Scoop ·

2023/01/11

Guest: Robert John Connor, DirectorClick on a timecode to jump to the topic:[00:44] About Our Guest[02:21] Launching Pad for Careers of All Sorts[03:09] Born to Perform[04:23] Pathways at CCCEPA[06:36] More Than Just Center Stage[08:45] The Pebblebrook Community Connection[09:41] Academic Rigor[10:47] The Ideal Candidate[12:50] Getting Started[14:43] New Facilities and New Productions[16:47] Come See A Show!Useful links from the podcast:About CCCEPACCCEPA PerformancesAdmissions /

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14:56

Mentoring Really Does Matter!

The Inside Scoop ·

2023/01/04

Guest: Anjeannette Barker, Mentoring CoordinatorClick on a timecode to jump to the topic:[00:58] Anjeannette Benefitted from Mentoring![01:35] The Mentoring Matters Program[01:53] Student Needs Being Met[02:37] How Big is the Need in Cobb?[04:00] Data Shows It's Impactful[04:34] How to Get a Mentor[05:31] Consider Mentoring![06:53] Elementary Group Mentoring in ASP[07:32] How Mentoring Looks[08:48] Mentoring is Not Tutoring[10:29] Legalities of Mentoring[11:17] Support for

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13:58

Finding Fun for Special Needs Families

The Inside Scoop ·

2022/12/14

Guest: Dominique Terens, Special Education SupervisorClick on a timecode to jump to the topic:[00:56] Challenges to Having Fun[01:47] Stressed Families Need a Break![03:27] Community Connections are Important[05:02] Community Connections Resource Fair[07:10] It's a Big Deal![07:27] Hosted at CITA[08:00] Examples of Vendors[08:29] Prospective Vendors[09:24] How to Attend[10:36] Therapeutic Vendors, Too![11:38] Info Wrap-upCommunity Connections Resource Fair info -Location: Cobb

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20:05

What's the "Special" in Special Ed?

The Inside Scoop ·

2022/12/07

Guests: George Morgan, Director of the Special Education DepartmentJessica Coleman, Director of Special Education ComplianceClick on a timecode to jump to the topic:[00:49] Defining "Special" in the Strict Sense[01:07] Kinds of Needs Served[02:59] Parents' Initial Expectations[04:52] Parent Mentors are a Great Resource![06:55] Types of Resources Available[08:49] Planning for Life After High School[10:15] Setting Goals and Expectations[11:57] IEPs Explained[13:06] Things to Look Forward

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19:22

Choosing Your Student's School

The Inside Scoop ·

2022/11/30

Guest: Darryl York, Director of Policy and PlanningClick on a timecode to jump to the topic:[00:29] How Attendance Zones Normally Work[02:24] Choosing a Different Cobb School[03:55] School Choice Defined[05:11] Cobb Goes Above and Beyond[06:00] The Process[09:03] Freedom to Choose[10:19] When and How to Apply[11:03] Conditions for Transfer[12:52] Sibling Transfers[16:58] Number of ApplicationsUseful links from the podcast:Attendance ZonesChildren of Employee TransfersStudent

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22:13

Flexible Learning Options Using Cobb Virtual Academy

The Inside Scoop ·

2022/11/16

Guest: Ryan Fuller, Director of Cobb Virtual AcademyClick on a timecode to jump to the topic:[00:53] About Our Guest[02:03] CVA's Origin[03:14] Contrasted with Other Virtual Options[07:15] Leveling the Playing Field[09:24] The Alma Mater[10:15] When CVA is a Fit[12:16] The Ideal CVA Student[16:39] How to Get Started[19:17] New Support ResourcesUseful links from the podcast:Cobb Virtual AcademyCobb Online Learning Academy at Cobb Horizon High SchoolGive us a

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19:45

Understanding Your Student's Mental Health

The Inside Scoop ·

2022/11/09

Guest: Jameika Rice, Ed.S., Supervisor of Psychological ServicesClick on a timecode to jump to the topic:[00:44] About our guest[02:01] The Role of a School Psychologist[04:36] How They Relate to School Counselors[06:56] Who Gets Evaluated and Why[08:42] Student Age is Relevant[10:31] The Middle School Brain - What's Normal?[12:44] Tips for Helping at Home[15:35] Push Through the Finish LineUseful links from the podcast:Cobb Schools' Psychological ServicesGive us a

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13:38

What's Cobb Schools Foundation All About?

The Inside Scoop ·

2022/11/02

Guest: Felicia Wagner, Executive Director of The Cobb Schools FoundationFelicia's Facebook page@cobbschoolsfdn on InstagramFelicia on YouTubeClick on a timecode to jump to the topic:[00:32] About the Guest[01:05] Areas of Need Served[01:33] What is Family Stabilization?[03:26] Its Own Entity[04:56] Helping Through Crisis[06:10] Collaborating in Cobb[07:28] Joining Forces[07:54] Funding Sources[08:56] Life-changing Scholarships[10:41] The Importance of Giving[11:44] How YOU Can Be

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16:09

Preparing Your Student for Graduation and Beyond

The Inside Scoop ·

2022/10/26

Guest: Dr. Missy Marsh, Supervisor of School Counseling, Advisement & Crisis ResponseClick on a timecode to jump to the topic:[01:28] Staying On-track to Graduate[04:43] In Case You Missed the Letter[05:14] Senioritis[06:08] Once Confirmed For Graduation[08:01] Is Fall Too Late to Plan?[09:30] Students Struggling to Find Life Direction[10:58] Taking a Gap Year[13:37] Start Making Plans EARLY!Useful links from the podcast:ParentVUESchool CounselingGive us a

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13:55

Can CITA Help My Student Be Successful?

The Inside Scoop ·

2022/10/19

Guest: Dr. Tiffany BarneyDr. Tiffany Barney is currently the Director of the Cobb Innovation & Technology Academy. Prior to her appointment in Cobb County, she served as the CTAE Program Specialist for healthcare science, law and public safety, and cosmetology for the Georgia Department of Education. In addition, she has a host of experience working at various levels of public education. She has been a teacher, instructional coach, and an adjunct professor. Barney transitioned to education

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18:47

Is JROTC Right for Your Student?

The Inside Scoop ·

2022/10/12

Guest: Chief Warrant Officer 4 Rodney FaganClick on a timecode to jump to the topic:[02:04] Not just in high schools[03:00] Life skills development[03:43] Popularity of JROTC[04:43] ROTC is like a full ride scholarship to college![05:54] It's an actual class[06:29] Award-winning program[08:37] Riflery & sabre teams[09:41] Character & self-discipline[11:33] Personal impact on students[14:34] The importance of self respect[15:16] How to get more info[16:40] JROTC typically leads to student

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17:10

Help School Students through a Cobb Job!

The Inside Scoop ·

2022/10/05

Guest: Nancy Gospodareck, Employment Recruitment CoordinatorClick on a timecode to jump to the topic:[00:45] Forbes shout out![01:40] Two types of employees[02:13] Biggest areas of need[05:56] Synchronized work & school schedules[06:50] Why hesitate?[07:22] So many skills needed![08:28] The Application process[10:53] Substitute teacher positions[14:45] Final advice[15:36] They don't want to leaveUseful links from the podcast:Become a Substitute Teacher in Cobb!Food & Nutrition Services

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19:01

Leading Cobb's School Board

The Inside Scoop ·

2022/09/21

Guest: Mr. David Chastain, Chairman of the Cobb County School BoardClick on a timecode to jump to a topic:[00:29] The Chairman's Background[04:01] Reflections on This Year[06:46] Moving Forward[08:17] The Purpose of the Board[10:45] A Passionate Community[13:55] Standout Issues[16:31] Additional Comments[17:03] What is Forbes' Recognition Due To?Useful links from the podcast:Board Posts Map - This is a graphic showing what geographic areas each Board member represents.David ChastainCobb County

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19:56

How Rules & Policies Work for Student Success

The Inside Scoop ·

2022/09/14

Guest: Darryl York, Director of Cobb's Policy & Planning DepartmentClick on a timecode to jump to a topic:[01:07] The impact of rules and policies[03:14] Policies are different from rules[05:37] School Board policies and rules[06:25] Best practices and guidelines[08:14] Robert's Rules of Order[09:56] Schools' flexibility[12:33] Consistency across the District[16:28] How rules and policies are made knownUseful links from the podcast:Family Info GuidePolicies & Administrative RulesPolicy and

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20:58

Cobb's Elementary Virtual Option with Dr Ashley Beasley

The Inside Scoop ·

2022/09/07

Guest: Dr. Ashley Beasley, Director of Cobb's Elementary Virtual ProgramClick on a timecode to jump to a topic:[01:08] Why "program" and not "school"?[02:11] Where are the staff members?[03:17] Actual classrooms on camera[04:07] COLA Lite?[04:41] Keeping little ones engaged[07:18] Teachers' training and professional development[09:22] Teaching teams collaborate[10:22] Why choose EVP?[12:03] Music, PE & Art classes[14:50] The greatest challenge[16:46] The mascot[17:58] For parents considering

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18:19

Equipping Your Student with Emotional Resilience

The Inside Scoop ·

2022/08/31

Guest: Dr. Melisa Marsh, Supervisor of School Counseling, Advisement and Crisis ResponseClick on a timecode to jump to a topic:[01:34] How big of an issue is suicide?[02:13] Could talking about it tempt someone to self harm?[03:26] The Common Thread[04:11] Difference of Perspectives[06:14] Coping Skills[08:01] Distinguishing Between Down Days and Despair[09:55] Cobb Teachers' Training[11:04] Parents' Response[12:48] The Emotional Toll of Isolation[15:46] If Things Don't Get Better[16:37] Resources

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22:55

Cobb Schools' Sports Scene Outlook

The Inside Scoop ·

2022/08/17

Guests: Don Baker, Athletics Director of Cobb Schools Eric Rauch, Editor of Cobb Sporting NewsClick the timecode to jump to a chapter:[00:58] How broad is sports in Cobb Schools?[02:32] Up & coming sport... flag football![03:51] Last year's teaming continuing to climb[05:37] Sports diversity[06:45] Who is the GHSA and what do they do?[09:02] Cobb's Athletic Director's own history[11:33] How big is football in Cobb?[13:20] Cobb's national presence[14:36] The impact of The Corky Kell

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19:27

Is Cobb Online Learning Academy the Right Option for...

The Inside Scoop ·

2022/08/10

Guest: Dave Church, Cobb Online Learning Academy Assistant PrincipalGuest Bio:Before joining COLA, Mr. Church served as an assistant principal at Allatoona and Wheeler High in Cobb. Prior to moving to Georgia, Mr. Church worked at a charter school in Chicago and has experience teaching at international schools in Thailand, Australia, and South Korea. "I am excited to be part of this innovative model to meet the needs of our students and our community and really looking forward to our second

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23:41

CTLS - One of Cobb's Keys to Student Success!

The Inside Scoop ·

2022/08/02

Guest: Janell McClure, Director of Applied Learning and DesignJump ahead by clicking on the timecode:00:37 - How and why did CTLS come about?04:22 - Building the system with users' input05:54 - Teachers teaching better with less time10:15 - Parents' and Students' benefits14:14 - Data-proven student performance over other districts15:52 - Simplifying a student's day18:08 - New feature for parents!20:22 - More enhancements to come!21:52 - Requesting enhancementsUseful links from the podcast:New CTLS

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