The A-F Autopsy Part 1

30/10/2023 21 min

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Episode Synopsis

Welcome back to The Path Forward at the TASA/TASB TexED Conference! In today's episode, Rick Fernandez is joined by Cissy Reynolds-Perez, Superintendent of Kingsville ISD. Join us as Rick and Cissy delve into Kingsville ISD's innovative new four-and-a-half-day workweek, which is rekindling the joy of learning among students and teachers. But Kingsville's spirit of innovation and willingness to take risks extends beyond just a revised calendar. You'll also learn how Kingsville ISD is uniting schools and educators across Texas to combat an unfair district grading system.To learn more about Kingsville ISD click on https://www.kingsvilleisd.com/! Hosts: Dr. Rick FernandezGuest: Cissy Reynolds-Perez, Superintendent of Kingsville ISDTime Stamps & Show Notes: (00:00 - 00:48) Introduction (00:49 - 04:50) Bringing the Joy of Learning Back(04:51 - 06:23) Investing in Teachers and Students(06:24 - 07:26) Using the Gift of Time(07:27 - 12:52) Superintendents Coming Together(12:53 - 15:43) Fighting an Unfair Grading System (15:44 - 17:59) Crippling the Education System and Industry(18:00 - 18:59) The Movement is Catching Fire(19:00 - 20:46) The Future of Kingsville ISD(20:47 - 21:06) Closing