The ED HOUR

What are the challenges of digital learning, with Jonathon Wetherington

As we continue to move through this global pandemic, schools across the country are having to re-learn and re-imagine what their curriculum looks like. Join Rico Figliolini, Alan Kaplan, and our guest on today’s podcast, Jonathon Wetherington, principal of Paul Duke STEM High School as they discuss how education can work during this time.

Paul Duke STEM High School Teacher Beckie Fischer talks about her NASA Experience

The Ed Hour is back with an exciting episode with Computer Science Teacher at Paul Duke Highschool, Beckie Fischer. Beckie recently got accepted into an elite program to take a behind the scenes look at the programs at NASA. She’s here, along with our hosts Rico and Alan, to share everything she learned about these exciting programs.

What it takes to Remove Barriers from Education

A discussion about removing the educational barriers that students may face in any school system. Joining us are Eric Thigpen, Pamela Jemerson and Dr. Kimberly Bennett from Gwinnett County Schools.

Special Education with GCPS’ Dr. Jonathan Patterson, Patrick Kane and Parent Mentor Jackie McNair

Alan Kaplan and Rico Figliolini discuss Special Education Services available in the county with Gwinnett County Public Schools’ Dr. Jonathan Patterson, Patrick Kane and Parent Mentor Jackie McNair

Educational Choices: 5 Parents Share their Diverse Choices

The ED HOUR with Alan Kaplan and Rico Figliolini and guests discussing educational choices from charter schools to homeschooling, from public to privates schools. Three moms and two dads share their perspectives on educating their children. Schools mentioned include: Cornerstone Christian Academy (https://www.cornerstonecougars.org/) [https://www.cornerstonecougars.org/)] International Charter Academy of Georgia (https://www.internationalcharteracademy.org/) [https://www.internationalcharteracademy.org/)]