13 Firsts

S3E6: On Our Minds: Talking Tech

In this episode of 13 Firsts' On Our Mind series, Viet, Giselline, Addison, and David explore how the technology within schools have changed and evolved for the better and worse. They reflect on how they have used technology in elementary, middle, and high schools and the effects it has had on their educational experiences. Collaborators: Addison L, David S, Giselline P.D, Viet P.

S3E5: Phone Bans in Schools

With the emergence of Kentucky House Bill 208, personal telecommunication devices in public schools have been banned during instructional time. In this episode, we examine the opinions of teachers and students in Jefferson County Public Schools and in other parts of the state. Additionally, we explore how the phone ban differs from school to school, as well as what the bill entails and its effects on students and teachers. Collaborators: Jeremy Y, Abigail V.B, John J, Viet P, Giselline P.D, Aunetra W.

S3E4: 504 Plans

There are a lot of misconceptions that surround 504 plans. Follow Maddie as she explores accommodations for individuals who are neurodivergent. Collaborators: Maddie L, Avery S, Trai G, Noah M, Maggie S

S3E3: Food Insecurity in JCPS

Hosts Molly Fee and Julian Zimmerman discuss the topic of food insecurity in Louisville and the issues of JCPS lunch offerings.  Collaborators: Molly F, Julian Z, Danica G, Hser Htte S, Daniel M, Cameron L

S3E2: On Our Minds - Growing Up

In this episode, the 13 Firsts executive board talks about our time in high school as rising high school seniors and how we and the educational system around us have changed. We also discuss the evolution of our podcast project and our relationships with each other and our podcast members. Collaborators: Maddie L, Maggie S, 13 Firsts Executive Board