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Education Unpacked

Podcast by BackPack Press

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Education UnPacked: A Podcast About Public Education in Michigan Education UnPacked dives deep into the heart of Michigan’s public education system—exploring the real stories, challenges, and triumphs shaping our schools today. Each episode unpacks what’s really happening in classrooms, boardrooms, and communities across the state. From student and staff success stories to myths and misunderstandings about education, we shine a light on the people and policies impacting every child’s learning experience. We’ll also examine Michigan’s School Aid Fund—how it works, where the money goes, and why it matters for the future of public education. Whether you’re a parent, educator, policymaker, or community member, this podcast helps you understand the true value, complexity, and impact of public education in Michigan. Tune in weekly at BackPackPress.org/UnPacked and join the conversation about what it really takes to support our students, schools, and the people who serve them.

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13 episodes

episode E07_Work-Based Learning - Students artwork

E07_Work-Based Learning - Students

Episode 7: How Work-Based Learning Preps Students for Real Careers (Wilson Talent Center) On the Education UnPacked Podcast, host Micki O’Neil talks with Monique Colizzie and Jamie George, Work-Based Learning Coordinators at Ingham ISD’s Wilson Talent Center, about how juniors and seniors gain real-world experience before graduation. They break down the four work-based learning tiers—career awareness, exploration, preparation, and training—from career fairs, field trips, interviews, and job shadows to resume/cover-letter coaching, mock interviews/job fairs, and paid or unpaid workplace placements. Hear how the twice-monthly “Boss Mode Boot Camp” builds soft skills (first impressions, initiative, dependability, interviewing, professionalism, leadership), why 22+ industry partners are engaged, and how 20 students are already working this year (with most placements for second-year seniors). Discover what employers want (problem-solving, teamwork, reliability), how students present as “job-ready,” and how Wilson Talent Center is building a local talent pipeline that connects businesses with skilled, motivated teens. 🎧 Listen at BackPackPress.org/UnPacked to learn how schools and employers partner to launch students’ careers.

2 Dec 2025 - 9 min
episode E06: From Classrooms to Careers: Inside Project SEARCH at MSU artwork

E06: From Classrooms to Careers: Inside Project SEARCH at MSU

Episode 6 | Life After High School: Transition Programs That Build Independence In this episode, host Micki O’Neil talks with Michel McDonald, Director of Transition Programming at Ingham ISD, about post-high school services designed for students ages 18–26. They discuss Project SEARCH—a one-year internship program created in partnership with Michigan State University and Michigan Rehabilitation Services—and SAIL (Skills for Adult Independent Living), which offers hands-on work experience, life skills development, and community-based training. Listeners will learn about strong employment outcomes for graduates, individualized supports, transportation and community access, and how families can connect with Ingham ISD to explore these transition opportunities and next steps toward independent living. Listen now at BackPackPress.org/UnPacked [https://backpackpress.org/unpacked]

20 Nov 2025 - 9 min
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