Education Conversations

S4E02 Building Creative Futures The Role of Arts in Education Today

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In this episode of Education Conversations, Jennifer Vigne sits down with Brian Hersh, CEO of the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County, to explore the vital role of arts education in today’s schools. Brian shares why the arts are essential to a well-rounded education, helping students develop lifelong skills that prepare them for success. From strengthening communication and critical thinking to encouraging curiosity, this conversation highlights the lasting impact arts education has on students and the community.

Education Conversations

S4E01 Connecting Communities Empowering Educators Inspiring Students

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In this episode of Education Conversations, Jennifer Vigne welcomes Amity Schuyler, President and CEO of the Consortium of Florida Education Foundations, for a forward-looking discussion on the future of education in Florida. Together, they explore emerging trends in school choice, artificial intelligence, career readiness, chronic absenteeism, and the vital role that education foundations play in connecting communities, empowering educators, and helping every student thrive.

This episode was recorded on April 24, 2026. Since this conversation was recorded, the Florida Legislature approved the 2026–2027 state budget on May 29, and signed into law on June 29.

Education Conversations

S3E16 Remembering Brock Leach

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<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="F41KE27Upq"><a href="https://edfoundationsrq.org/podcast/s3e16-remembering-brock-leach/">S3E16 Remembering Brock Leach</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://edfoundationsrq.org/podcast/s3e16-remembering-brock-leach/embed/#?secret=F41KE27Upq" width="500" height="350" title="&#8220;S3E16 Remembering Brock Leach&#8221; &#8212; Education Foundation of Sarasota County" data-secret="F41KE27Upq" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://edfoundationsrq.org/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js </script>

In this special episode of Education Conversations, we honor the life and legacy of Brock Leach—an innovative thinker, compassionate leader, and devoted advocate for young people. Originally recorded in 2023, this conversation explores leadership, community, human potential, and the importance of creating support systems that help every student discover who they are and who they are meant to become.

Education Conversations

S3E15 Inside the 2026 Session: What's Ahead for Sarasota County Schools and Students

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In this episode of Education Conversations, Jennifer Vigne sits down with Sarasota County Schools’ Supervisor of Government Affairs, Chris Parenteau, to unpack the 2026 legislative session and what it means for local students, families, and public education. From school funding and scholarship accountability to long-term sustainability and innovation, this timely conversation offers valuable insight into the future of education in Sarasota County.

Education Conversations

S1E4 Future-Ready: Student Voices - Pathways After High School: The Road to Here

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In the final episode of their inaugural season, students tackle the questions many high schoolers face as they prepare for life after graduation. Guided by Jake, Aaron, Debbie, and Nate share candid reflections on what shaped their paths. From test prep and resumes to extracurriculars and finding support, as they prepare to graduate, they share their experiences on how they got to this point. They even open up about the highs and lows of their own test scores and offer honest advice on how to stay grounded and not let the pressure take over.