The Education Exchange
The Education Exchange aims to enlighten parents and empower students as they navigate through the high school experience and beyond. This podcast is produced by the Tolleson Union High School District.
Episodes
19 episodes
Eps. 19: New Construction Projects
In this episode of The Education Exchange, Superintendent Jeremy Calles speaks with the district's CFO and Facilities Director on the topic of new construction projects across our schools. They break down the process for project completion, as ...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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29:58
Eps. 18: More Diploma Seal Options
In this episode of The Education Exchange, Superintendent Jeremy Calles speaks with representatives of our diploma seals about opportunities our students have to receive a specialized qualification seals on their graduation diploma, and how the...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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30:26
Eps. 17: Serving Up Lunch (and Breakfast)
In this episode of The Education Exchange, Superintendent Jeremy Calles speaks with TUHD's CFO, Ken Hicks, and Food Services Director, Kimberly Luvisi, about the free breakfast and lunches served at all TUHSD schools, and breaks down the proces...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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20:43
Eps. 16: AI in Curriculum
In this episode of The Education Exchange, Superintendent Jeremy Calles speaks with OLAS Director, Felipe Baez, and TI Coordinator, Tara Suggs, about AI and its inevitable implementation into education, as well as where to be excited, and where...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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45:20
Eps. 15: Jobs for Arizona Graduates - JAG
In this episode of The Education Exchange, Superintendent Jeremy Calles speaks with JAG CEO/President, Marjorie DeRubeis, and its Program Director, Trinetta Lipsey, about what makes JAG a highly sought-after education program, and how it elevat...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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53:00
Eps. 14: Opportunities in Transportation
In this episode of The Education Exchange, Superintendent Jeremy Calles speaks with the Director of Transportation for TUHSD, Mr. Robert Herzog about career opportunities in the district as a bus driver, as well as the new innovations our buses...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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30:01
Eps. 13: Diploma Seal of Biliteracy
In this episode of The Education Exchange, Superintendent Jeremy Calles speaks with members of our English Acquisition Department about opportunities our students have to receive a biliteracy seal on their graduation diploma, and the importance...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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25:12
Eps. 12: Commitment Day in Review
In this episode of The Education Exchange, we interview Superintendent Jeremy Calles to get his feedback on our Commitment Day. Making its debut at State Farm Stadium September 17th & 18th, our staff breaks down what went right, and what ca...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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23:45
Eps. 11: The Career & Technical Education Path
In this episode of The Education Exchange, we deep dive into Career & Technical Education pathways. CTE classes are offered at each of our high school campuses and provide students with hands on career skills in industries like marketing, s...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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39:45
Eps. 10: NAU Offers Out of State Appeal with In State Affordability
In this episode of The Education Exchange we head upstate to Northern Arizona University. Home of the Lumberjacks, NAU offers students a lot more than cooler weather and gorgeous scenery. The university offers diverse academic programs, researc...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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35:23
Eps. 9: A Look Into Joining the Air Force
On this episode, Superintendent Jeremy Calles joins U.S. Air Force Staff Sergeants Vallejo, Ripper and Marler. This conversation does a deep dive into today's requirements to enlist in the Air Force and the different jobs and careers the Air Fo...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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45:14
Eps. 8: Arizona Needs Skilled Trades People, Too
In this episode, we sit down with Rytan Construction Owner Ignacio Gastelum. He discusses the high demands Arizona has for tradesmen (and women) and how a student's high school experience can prepare them to work in industries like carpentry, p...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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31:11
Eps. 7: What Is Commitment Day?
On this episode... TUHSD has created this one-of-a-kind event -- Commitment Day -- for every senior to learn more about after graduation opportunities. Listen in about why this event was created and why students and their families should take f...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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25:11
Eps. 6: What's It Like To Join The Army
On this episode of The Education Exchange SSG Armando Lopez gives a realistic look at what it's like to enlist in today's United States Army and the benefits of doing so.
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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42:35
Eps. 5: Continuing Education Close to Home with Estrella Mountain Community College
On this episode, Estrella Mountain Community College President Dr. Rey Rivera discusses how the college provides resources like financial aid, clothing and food pantries, tech assistance and tutoring help to ensure students can continue their e...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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18:19
Eps. 4: GCU - How Affordable is a Private University?
In this episode, Supt. Jeremy Calles chats with GCU Provost Dr. Randy Gibb to discuss all things affordability, the GCU difference, and how the private college is leading in collaboration and innovation.
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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33:39
Eps. 3: Finding Career Passion
In this episode, Mark Cornell, President of Epic Resort Destinations, owner and operator of Mattel Adventure Park, takes us through his career as a fighter pilot trainer to the virtual reality world of theme parks. The Mattel Adventure Park is ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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26:36
Eps. 2: Early College Acceptance and AI with ASU
In this episode, Dr. Quintin Boyce, Associate Vice President of Outreach with Educational Outreach and Student Services and Vanessa Ruiz, Deputy Vice President, Educational Outreach, within Educational Outreach & Student Services at Arizona...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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40:41
Eps. 1: Why a podcast now?
Welcome to The Education Exchange, where we aim to enlighten parents and empower students. High school should always be a time for discovery, for building relationships and creating moments that will help define your life. Sometimes to be succe...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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15:43