The Charter School Connection Podcast

SchoolCEO at Apptegy

Brittany Keil

What happens when a dream of becoming an international ambassador leads to a lifelong passion for education?

Coastal Dreams Academy

Akeem Hemingway, Dr. Karen Vassell, Braylyn Bridges

In this inspiring episode of the Charter School Connection, we sit down with the team behind Coastal Dream Academy to explore the powerful mission,…

Penn Hills Charter School for Entrepreneurship

Valerie Nance

In this episode of the Charter School Connection Podcast, Jenna sits down with Valerie Nance, Chief People Officer at Penn Hills Charter School of…

John Muir Charter Schools

RJ Guess

In this episode of “The Charter School Connection”, we sit down with the CEO of John Muir Charter Schools to explore the organization’s mission,…

Blueprint

John Sun

In this episode of Charter School Connection podcast as host Jenna Dubois sits down with John Sun, CEO of Blueprint, a nonprofit developer dedicated to…

Lanier Learning

Dee Lanier

In this episode of The Charter School Connection, Jenna sits down with educator, coach, and author Dee Lanier, founder of Lanier Learning, to explore his…

Mālama Honua Public Charter School

Denise Espania

In this episode of “The Charter School Connection” Shawn interviews Denise Espania, Director at Mālama Honua Public Charter School. This is a K-8 Charter…

EdOpt

Dr. Jody Underwood

In this episode of “The Charter School Connection” Dallan interviews Dr. Jody Underwood, the founding president of a non-profit in New Hampshire called…

Radical Dreamers: Race, Choice and the Failure of the American Education System

Joseph Viteritti

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Lillie May Carroll Jackson Charter School

Dr. Kristina Kyles-Smith

In this episode of “The Charter School Connection” Shawn speaks with Dr. Kristina Kyles-Smith, CEO at Lillie May Carroll Jackson Charter School (LMCJ) in…

Bridge Charter Academy

Matthew Shumski

In this episode of “The Charter School Connection” Dallan sits down with Matthew Shumski, High School Director at Bridge Charter Academy. They explore his…

East Mountain High School

Miller Millea

This week is different from anything we have done. In this episode of “The Charter School Connection” podcast, Shawn sits down and talks with a student,…

York Preparatory Academy

Brian Myrup

In this episode, Jenna interviews Brian Myrup, Managing Director, at York Preparatory Academy in Rockhill, SC. With over 20 years of experience, Brian…

BChex

Ken Monroe

In this episode, Dallan sits down with Ken Monroe, CEO of BChex and host of The Bad Hire Podcast. This conversation has been months in the making — after…

Orcutt Union School District

Joe Dana

In this episode of “The Charter School Connection” Dallan speaks with Joe Dana, the assistant Superintendent of Orcutt School District. Joe has been at…

Exalt Education

Tina Long

In this episode of “The Charter School Connection” Dallan speaks with Tina Long, Superintendent and Chief Academic Officer at Exalt Education. Tina shares…

Da Vinci Tree Academy

Matt Roll

In this episode of “The Charter School Connection” Shawn visits Da Vinci Tree Academy in Tucson, AZ. While doing an in person visit, Shawn sits down with…

ABA Toolbox

Leila Farshchian

In this episode of “The Charter School Connection” Dallan speaks with behavior health specialist, Leila Farshchian, from ABA Toolbox. This episode is a…

Armadillo Community Charter School

Rachel Garner

In this episode “The Charter School Connection” Dallan speaks with Rachel Garner, Executive Director at Armadillo Community Charter School in Oregon.…

BC Construction Group

Lynette Stevens

There is a trend in these last few episodes and this one is no different. In this episode of the “Charter School Connection” Dallan sits down with another…

Goodall Consulting

Eddie Goodall

In this episode of the “Charter School Connection” Dallan sits down with another one of the amazing connections we found at the NCAPCS Conference, Eddie…

TMSA Apex

Mary Jawabreh

In this episode of “The Charter School Connection” Dallan speaks with another administrator he met at the NCAPCS Conference in Wilmington. Mary Jawabreh,…

100 Gardens

Sam Fleming

In this episode of “The Charter School Connection” Dallan speaks with Sam Fleming, Co-Founder and Executive Director from 100 Gardens. We met Sam at the…

Oregon Charter Academy

Allison Galvin

In this episode of “The Charter School Connection” Dallan speaks with Allison Galvin, Executive Director at Oregon Charter Academy. Allison shares about…

Cherry Creek Academy

Scott Mendelsberg and Annemarie Mahan

In this episode of “The Charter School Connection” Dallan speaks with Scott Mendelsberg, Executive Director and Annemarie Mahan, Elementary Principal at…

Logos Public Charter School

Sheryl Zimmerer

In this episode of “The Charter School Connection” Dallan speaks with Sheryl Zimmerer, Executive Director at Logos Public Charter School in Medford,…

Prospect Ridge Academy

April Wilkin

In this episode of “The Charter School Connection” Dallan speaks with April Wilkin, Executive Director at Prospect Ridge Academy (PRA) in Broomfield,…

Ka Waihona o Ka Na'auao

Dr. Kalehua Krug

In this episode of “The Charter School Connection” Dallan speaks with Dr. Kalehua Krug, Principal at Ka Waihona o Ka Na'auao Public Charter School in…

New Legacy Charter School

Steven Bartholomew

In this episode of The Charter School Connection, Jenna sits down with Steven Bartholomew from New Legacy Charter School in Aurora Colorado. Steven and…

North Carolina Association for Public Charter Schools

Rhonda Dillingham

In this episode of The Charter School Connection, Jenna sits down with Rhonda Dillingham, Executive Director of the North Carolina Association for Public…

Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School

Dr. Karla Johnson

In this episode of “The Charter School Connection Podcast” Dallan interviews Dr. Karla Johnson from the Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School (PALCS).…

Kaʻōhao School Charter School

Keoki Fraser

In this episode of “The Charter School Connection Podcast” Dallan interviews Keoki Fraser, school director at Kaʻōhao School in Kailua Hawaii. This is a…

Aurora Academy Charter School

Amy Tracy

In this episode of “The Charter School Connection Podcast” you will be treated to an in-person podcast when Dallan visits the Aurora Academy. He sits down…

Green Charter Schools

Maria Werner

In this episode of the Charter School Connection podcast, Dallan speaks with Maria Werner, founding principal at Green Charter School - Simpsonville. The…

Choice Charter School

Dr. Cynthia Knight

In this episode of the Charter School Connection Podcast, Dallan speaks with Dr. Cynthia Knight from Choice Charter School. Choice Charter School is an…

Meridian Technical Charter High School

In our 50th episode of The Charter School Connection Podcast, Dallan speaks with Craig Miller, Principal at Meridian Technical Charter High School…

Innovative Education Management

Cynthia Rachel

In this episode of The Charter School Connection Podcast, Dallan chats with Cynthia Rachel, Director of Communications and Development at Innovative…

IMA Financial Group

In this episode, Jonathan Schreter from IMA Financial Group discusses everything Charter Schools need to know about insurance and risk management needs.

Lehigh Valley Academy Regional Charter School

In this episode of The Charter School Connection, Shawn had such a great conversation with Susan Mauser and Jeff Rowohlt from Lehigh Valley Regional…

California Pacific Charter Schools

Christine Feher speaks with Dallan about her experience working at California Pacific Charter School over the last 16 years. One of the things she has…

Mickle Operational Services

Nekisha Robertson

Dallan speaks with Nekisha Robertson from Mickle Operational services to discuss her career path from data analyst intern to entrepreneur, emphasizing the…

Black, Latinx, Asian Charter Collaborative

Jeremiah Grace

Jeremiah Grace, interim CEO of BLACC, presented BLACC's mission to champion charter schools led by people of color, emphasizing the positive impact of…

Charter School Technology Solutions

In this episode, Dallan speaks to William Russell, Deputy Director of Client Management at Charter Technology Solutions, speak about IT and Cyber Security…

San Diego Riverside Charter School

Joe Dan Lovato

In this episode, Joe Dan Lovato shares his inspiring journey—from playing in a band and earning a degree in broadcasting to becoming the Principal of San…

Cresthaven Academy

Damion Frye

In this episode, Damion Frye from Cresthaven Academy talks about the difference between teaching and inspiring students as a teacher and teaching and…

The ASK Academy

In this episode, John Keelin from The ASK Academy speaks on his journey from the kindergarten classroom to administration. He gives valuable insights…

Sovereign Insurance Group

Mark Hoffman

Mark Hoffman from Sovereign Insurance, joins us on this episode to discuss the everything related to insurance in Charter Schools.

Santan Charter School

Katie Cox

The Principal from Santan Charter School, Katie Cox, joins us on this episode to discuss the importance of understanding the needs of teachers and other…

Athlos Academy

Dr. Brian Dawes

On this episode of the Charter School Connection Podcast we talk with Dr. Brian Dawes from Athlos Academy. We discuss his journey in the education field…

Beehive Science & Technology Academy

Hanifi Oguz

In this episode of the Charter School Connection Podcast, Dallan discusses how Hanifi Oguz, the executive director of Beehive Science & Technology…

Coral Academy of Science at Nellis Air Force Base

Miadora Nelson

In this episode we talk with Ms. Miadora Nelson, the principal of Coral Academy of Science at Nellis Air Force Base. We discuss her transition from public…

Inspire Academy

Leslie Draper

Leslie Draper, Executive Director at Inspire Academy, joins us to share her story and the passion behind her community, grassroot approach to education in…

My2tor

Tina Wiles

In this episode, Tina Wiles shares incredible insights that she has gained while preparing students to succeed on tests and in life. The insights that…

Flint Cultural Center Academy

Eric Lieske

From being a substitute kindergarten teacher to the CEO of Flint Cultural Center Academy, Eric gives us insight into how he strives to make an impact in…

School Ops

Anders Lindgren

When Anders was just 22 years old, he was by chance thrown into the role of Director of Operations for a brand new school in Baltimore. Without any prior…

Constructor Tech

Christian Voegeli

In this episode, Christian Voegeli joins us from Switzerland, to discuss how he fell into the education space as a technology developer and coder. He…

When Brown Girls Lead

Nadia Bennettt

In this episode, Nadia Bennett from When Brown Girls Lead gives a unique perspective on race and gender equality in schools. There are things that we all…

Bright Beginnings

Amanda Patrie

In this episode, Amanda Patrie from Bright Beginnings School gives a wide spectrum of insights. From how to hire and train faculty that are dedicated to…

BuyQ

Daniel Casselli

In this episode, Daniel Casselli, President at BuyQ, gives great insights into how charter schools can save time and money with smart, group purchasing.…

Enrollment Boosting Insights

Charter School Leadership Cohort (8/23/23)

This episode is different from any other format that we have ever done. This is from our inaugural Charter School Leadership Cohort where we discuss what…

Utah School for the Deaf and the Blind

Michelle Tanner & Susan Patten

In this incredible episode, Michelle and Susan from the Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind give thought-provoking insights in regards to educating…

BookShark

Janna Koch

In this interview, Dallan from Charter Connect met with Janna Koch from BookShark. The wide variety of topics lead to insights around community building,…

Academies of Math & Science

Erik Greenberg & Nate Lowry

In this interview, Jared Bertoldo from Charter Connect spoke with Eric Greendberg who is the CEO and Nate Lowry who is the Chief Academic Officer. Their…

Beth Napleton Consulting

Beth Napleton

Beth Napleton started in the classroom, started her own charter school network and is now "coachsulting" charter school leaders nationwide to help them…

HealthWorks Academies

Dale Keshishian

Dale Keshishian is the CEO and founder of an organization called Health Works Academies. Her objective is to help inspire and incentivize minority youth…

Classical Charter Schools

In this episode, Mx. Samuel Gradess enlightens us with incredible insights about the importance of coaching within education, having empathy for those we…

Trinity Basin Preparatory

Conor Rogers & Trey Garbers

In this episode, Conor Rogers and Trey Garbers from Trinity Basin Preparatory share their experience of working within a charter school that fosters…

East Point Academy

Mike Lally

Although he doesn't speak any Mandarin Chinese, Mike Lally is working with a talented team of administrators and educators to run the wildly successful…

Paramount Charter School

Nicole Tredway

Nichole Tredway is the principle for the Paramount Charter School in South Bend Indiana. She has always wanted to be a teacher and says this does so much…

Academy Charter School

David Wallace

Does your school have an Art Director or Brand Strategist? In this conversation, Dallan speaks with the Art Director, David Wallace, from Academy Charter…

Friends of Willow Tree

Bethany Chaffin

In this episode, Jared meets with Bethany Chaffin who is the Director at the Willow Tree Enrichment Center. We get to hear the story about how Willow Tree…

Carbon Valley Academy

Karrlee Stratton

In this episode, Dallan gets to interview the Director of Marketing at Carbon Valley Academy, Karlee Stratton. Karlee gives some really good advice about…

Helix Charter High School

Kathryn Welch

Unlike most charter schools, Helix Charter High School didn't start off as a charter! In this episode, Dallan meets with Kathryn Welch, Assistant Athletic…

ASU Prep Digital

Allison Voltaire

In this episode, Dallan interviews Allison Voltaire from ASU Prep Digital, a thriving charter school that pursues awesome core principals like curiosity…

New West Hybrid Learning School

Brian Straka

Brian Straka from New West Charter Hybrid Learning School shares the importance of connection in education. Students must feel connected on a deeper level…

School Lane

David Robinson

In this episode, David Robinson from School Lane Charter School tells his interesting story of how he got involved with charter schools. He has taught…

Elevate Collegiate

Memry Bender

In this episode, Dallan meets with Memry Bender from Elevate Collegiate. As a marketing graduate, Memry was a a crossroads in her career when she found an…

Epic Charter Schools

Erin Barnes

I had an amazing call with Erin Barnes, Head of Communications, from EPIC Charter Schools. She has a fascinating story about how their hybrid program has…

Sena High School

Jennifer Prye & Lawrence Jackson

Can't wait for everyone to listen to this conversation with Jennifer and Lawrence from Sena HS. They share stories about servicing a community that is…

Heidi Gasca

Excel Academy

In this episode, Dallan Wortham from Charter Connect meets with Heidi Gasca from Excel Academy in Irvine, California. As an independent-study charter…

Trinity Charter Schools

Keely Reynolds: Superintendent

Keely Reynolds, Superintendent Trinity Charter Schools, and Nicki, Principal Trinity Charter Schools Northeast Region & Reclaim Academy, are two amazing…