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        <description>Our world is changing rapidly—and so is education. In this podcast, we’re exploring these changes and how we can best meet the needs of students to help them thrive. Hosted by Jennifer Vigne, president and CEO of the Education Foundation of Sarasota County, Education Conversations brings together teachers, students, community stakeholders, and thought leaders to explore and share innovative and relevant thoughts, research, and ideas on education today.</description>
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                    <![CDATA[S3E15 Inside the 2026 Session: What's Ahead for Sarasota County Schools and Students]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[In this episode of Education Conversations, Jennifer Vigne sits down with Sarasota County Schools’ Supervisor of Government Affairs, Chris Parenteau, to unpack the 2026 legislative session and what it means for local students, families, and public education. From school funding and scholarship accountability to long-term sustainability and innovation, this timely conversation offers valuable insight into the future of education in Sarasota County.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this episode of Education Conversations, Jennifer Vigne sits down with Sarasota County Schools’ Supervisor of Government Affairs, Chris Parenteau, to unpack the 2026 legislative session and what it means for local students, families, and public education. From school funding and scholarship accountability to long-term sustainability and innovation, this timely conversation offers valuable insight into the future of education in Sarasota County.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this episode of Education Conversations, Jennifer Vigne sits down with Sarasota County Schools’ Supervisor of Government Affairs, Chris Parenteau, to unpack the 2026 legislative session and what it means for local students, families, and public education. From school funding and scholarship accountability to long-term sustainability and innovation, this timely conversation offers valuable insight into the future of education in Sarasota County.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this episode of Education Conversations, Jennifer Vigne sits down with Sarasota County Schools’ Supervisor of Government Affairs, Chris Parenteau, to unpack the 2026 legislative session and what it means for local students, families, and public education. From school funding and scholarship accountability to long-term sustainability and innovation, this timely conversation offers valuable insight into the future of education in Sarasota County.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:26:43</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[S1E4 Future-Ready: Student Voices - Pathways After High School: The Road to Here]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:03:23 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[In the final episode of their inaugural season, students tackle the questions many high schoolers face as they prepare for life after graduation. Guided by Jake, Aaron, Debbie, and Nate share candid reflections on what shaped their paths. From test prep and resumes to extracurriculars and finding support, as they prepare to graduate, they share their experiences on how they got to this point. They even open up about the highs and lows of their own test scores and offer honest advice on how to stay grounded and not let the pressure take over.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In the final episode of their inaugural season, students tackle the questions many high schoolers face as they prepare for life after graduation. Guided by Jake, Aaron, Debbie, and Nate share candid reflections on what shaped their paths. From test prep and resumes to extracurriculars and finding support, as they prepare to graduate, they share their experiences on how they got to this point. They even open up about the highs and lows of their own test scores and offer honest advice on how to stay grounded and not let the pressure take over.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:20:37</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[S3E14 More Than a Ticket: A Bright Future for Students Through  Florida Lottery Scholarships]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:52:01 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Jennifer sheds some light on the scope of scholarships offered through the Florida Lottery. Joined by the Florida Lottery Manager of Strategic Partnerships, Shaqueria Myrick and Education Foundation Student Success Coach, Diana Berris, they talk about who’s eligible, important deadlines, and the application process.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Jennifer sheds some light on the scope of scholarships offered through the Florida Lottery. Joined by the Florida Lottery Manager of Strategic Partnerships, Shaqueria Myrick and Education Foundation Student Success Coach, Diana Berris, they talk about who’s eligible, important deadlines, and the application process.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[S3E14 More Than a Ticket: A Bright Future for Students Through  Florida Lottery Scholarships]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:28:10</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[S1E3 Future-Ready: Student Voices - Pathways After High School - State Colleges and Workforce Training]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:42:46 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Future-Ready: Student Voices highlights authentic student experiences and expert advice to help Sarasota County Schools students make informed, confident decisions about their futures. In this episode, Riverview High student Nate Grandusky leads a thoughtful conversation with State College of Florida student Paul Whiteside and CareerSource Suncoast President and CEO Josh Matlock. Together, they explore the many pathways available beyond graduation including state colleges, technical education, skilled trades, and direct entry into the workforce, while sharing personal insights and real-world perspectives on building a successful future.  ]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Future-Ready: Student Voices highlights authentic student experiences and expert advice to help Sarasota County Schools students make informed, confident decisions about their futures. In this episode, Riverview High student Nate Grandusky leads a thoughtful conversation with State College of Florida student Paul Whiteside and CareerSource Suncoast President and CEO Josh Matlock. Together, they explore the many pathways available beyond graduation including state colleges, technical education, skilled trades, and direct entry into the workforce, while sharing personal insights and real-world perspectives on building a successful future.  ]]>
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                    <![CDATA[S1E3 Future-Ready: Student Voices - Pathways After High School - State Colleges and Workforce Training]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Future-Ready: Student Voices highlights authentic student experiences and expert advice to help Sarasota County Schools students make informed, confident decisions about their futures. In this episode, Riverview High student Nate Grandusky leads a thoughtful conversation with State College of Florida student Paul Whiteside and CareerSource Suncoast President and CEO Josh Matlock. Together, they explore the many pathways available beyond graduation including state colleges, technical education, skilled trades, and direct entry into the workforce, while sharing personal insights and real-world perspectives on building a successful future.  ]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Future-Ready: Student Voices highlights authentic student experiences and expert advice to help Sarasota County Schools students make informed, confident decisions about their futures. In this episode, Riverview High student Nate Grandusky leads a thoughtful conversation with State College of Florida student Paul Whiteside and CareerSource Suncoast President and CEO Josh Matlock. Together, they explore the many pathways available beyond graduation including state colleges, technical education, skilled trades, and direct entry into the workforce, while sharing personal insights and real-world perspectives on building a successful future.  ]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:25:14</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Inside Florida’s School Boards: Leadership in a Time of Change]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:35:39 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[During a time of pivotal changes in education, Jennifer is joined by CEO of Florida School Boards Association, Andrea Messina, to discuss the role of school boards today and programs offered by the Association to provide insights and training.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[During a time of pivotal changes in education, Jennifer is joined by CEO of Florida School Boards Association, Andrea Messina, to discuss the role of school boards today and programs offered by the Association to provide insights and training.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[During a time of pivotal changes in education, Jennifer is joined by CEO of Florida School Boards Association, Andrea Messina, to discuss the role of school boards today and programs offered by the Association to provide insights and training.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:28:04</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[S1E2 Future-Ready: Student Voices Pathways After High School - 4-Year Colleges and Universities]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:28:09 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Join Aaron Nielsen for the second episode of our student-produced podcast series where students explore a variety of options after high school. Aaron talks peer-to-peer with a student attending Auburn and another at Columbia, to learn how they landed at these universities, how they’ve grown in their first year, advice on how to stand out among the applicants, and what they plan to do next. In addition, Aaron gets a different perspective from Student Success Coach, Diane Berris, who discusses what colleges are looking for in applicants today, and what it takes for students to successfully apply.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Join Aaron Nielsen for the second episode of our student-produced podcast series where students explore a variety of options after high school. Aaron talks peer-to-peer with a student attending Auburn and another at Columbia, to learn how they landed at these universities, how they’ve grown in their first year, advice on how to stand out among the applicants, and what they plan to do next. In addition, Aaron gets a different perspective from Student Success Coach, Diane Berris, who discusses what colleges are looking for in applicants today, and what it takes for students to successfully apply.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[S1E2 Future-Ready: Student Voices Pathways After High School - 4-Year Colleges and Universities]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Join Aaron Nielsen for the second episode of our student-produced podcast series where students explore a variety of options after high school. Aaron talks peer-to-peer with a student attending Auburn and another at Columbia, to learn how they landed at these universities, how they’ve grown in their first year, advice on how to stand out among the applicants, and what they plan to do next. In addition, Aaron gets a different perspective from Student Success Coach, Diane Berris, who discusses what colleges are looking for in applicants today, and what it takes for students to successfully apply.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Join Aaron Nielsen for the second episode of our student-produced podcast series where students explore a variety of options after high school. Aaron talks peer-to-peer with a student attending Auburn and another at Columbia, to learn how they landed at these universities, how they’ve grown in their first year, advice on how to stand out among the applicants, and what they plan to do next. In addition, Aaron gets a different perspective from Student Success Coach, Diane Berris, who discusses what colleges are looking for in applicants today, and what it takes for students to successfully apply.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:24:25</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[S3E12 The First Five Years: Why Early Childhood is Everyone's Business]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:21:46 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[In this episode, Jennifer Vigne speakes with Makayla Buchanan, Chief of Staff at the Children’s Movement of Florida, to explore the data and research behind early learning and how the first five years can shape a child’s path to academic success and graduation.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this episode, Jennifer Vigne speakes with Makayla Buchanan, Chief of Staff at the Children’s Movement of Florida, to explore the data and research behind early learning and how the first five years can shape a child’s path to academic success and graduation.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this episode, Jennifer Vigne speakes with Makayla Buchanan, Chief of Staff at the Children’s Movement of Florida, to explore the data and research behind early learning and how the first five years can shape a child’s path to academic success and graduation.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this episode, Jennifer Vigne speakes with Makayla Buchanan, Chief of Staff at the Children’s Movement of Florida, to explore the data and research behind early learning and how the first five years can shape a child’s path to academic success and graduation.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:30:35</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[S1E1 Future-Ready: Student Voices Pathways after High School - Military]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:39:36 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Join Debbie B in our first student-produced podcast series where students explore a variety of options after high school. Debbie talks with Marine Corps Recruiter, Staff Sargeant Jayvon Rivera about his own journey into the Marines. They also explore different branches of the military and he shares some personal and professional benefits of joining the service, if someone decides that’s the path for them.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Join Debbie B in our first student-produced podcast series where students explore a variety of options after high school. Debbie talks with Marine Corps Recruiter, Staff Sargeant Jayvon Rivera about his own journey into the Marines. They also explore different branches of the military and he shares some personal and professional benefits of joining the service, if someone decides that’s the path for them.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Join Debbie B in our first student-produced podcast series where students explore a variety of options after high school. Debbie talks with Marine Corps Recruiter, Staff Sargeant Jayvon Rivera about his own journey into the Marines. They also explore different branches of the military and he shares some personal and professional benefits of joining the service, if someone decides that’s the path for them.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:17:16</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Education Foundation of Sarasota County]]>
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                    <![CDATA[S3E11 More Than Degrees: The Economic Value of Florida’s College System]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 15:13:24 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>Education Foundation of Sarasota County</dc:creator>
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                                            <![CDATA[Join Jennifer in this eye-opening follow up with Helios Education Foundation’s Kimberly Lent Morales. They discuss the findings from a recent study conducted to assess the real economic value of state colleges.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Join Jennifer in this eye-opening follow up with Helios Education Foundation’s Kimberly Lent Morales. They discuss the findings from a recent study conducted to assess the real economic value of state colleges.]]>
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[S3E11 More Than Degrees: The Economic Value of Florida’s College System]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:23:34</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[S3E10 Why Results Matter. Where Nonprofits Get it Right, Wrong, and Everything in Between]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 15:41:15 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[In this episode, Jennifer talks with Robyn Faucy, CEO and owner of Results 1st, an organization that guides nonprofits, foundations, and other organizations to achieve greater success through proven tools and methods. Together, they explore where nonprofits are succeeding, and where they can improve.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this episode, Jennifer talks with Robyn Faucy, CEO and owner of Results 1st, an organization that guides nonprofits, foundations, and other organizations to achieve greater success through proven tools and methods. Together, they explore where nonprofits are succeeding, and where they can improve.]]>
                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[S3E10 Why Results Matter. Where Nonprofits Get it Right, Wrong, and Everything in Between]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this episode, Jennifer talks with Robyn Faucy, CEO and owner of Results 1st, an organization that guides nonprofits, foundations, and other organizations to achieve greater success through proven tools and methods. Together, they explore where nonprofits are succeeding, and where they can improve.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this episode, Jennifer talks with Robyn Faucy, CEO and owner of Results 1st, an organization that guides nonprofits, foundations, and other organizations to achieve greater success through proven tools and methods. Together, they explore where nonprofits are succeeding, and where they can improve.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:27:28</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[Education Foundation of Sarasota County]]>
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                    <![CDATA[S3E9 Meet our 2026 Teachers of the Year]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 16:00:34 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[We’re excited to introduce the 2026 Sarasota County Teachers of the Year! Jennifer talks with the three finalists about their teaching methods, their students, and what it means to them to represent their schools as Teacher of the Year. Our thanks to Sunset Automotive Group for sponsoring this episode.]]>
                                    </description>
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                    <![CDATA[We’re excited to introduce the 2026 Sarasota County Teachers of the Year! Jennifer talks with the three finalists about their teaching methods, their students, and what it means to them to represent their schools as Teacher of the Year. Our thanks to Sunset Automotive Group for sponsoring this episode.]]>
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[S3E9 Meet our 2026 Teachers of the Year]]>
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                    <![CDATA[We’re excited to introduce the 2026 Sarasota County Teachers of the Year! Jennifer talks with the three finalists about their teaching methods, their students, and what it means to them to represent their schools as Teacher of the Year. Our thanks to Sunset Automotive Group for sponsoring this episode.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[We’re excited to introduce the 2026 Sarasota County Teachers of the Year! Jennifer talks with the three finalists about their teaching methods, their students, and what it means to them to represent their schools as Teacher of the Year. Our thanks to Sunset Automotive Group for sponsoring this episode.]]>
                </itunes:summary>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:33:04</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[Education Foundation of Sarasota County]]>
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                    <item>
                <title>
                    <![CDATA[S3E8 Shaping the Future: How Sarasota Schools are Planning for Tomorrow]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 15:00:41 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>Education Foundation of Sarasota County</dc:creator>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[Sarasota County Schools Chief of Strategic Innovation, Dr. Brandon Johnson, joins Jennifer in a timely conversation about how our public schools are transforming models and policy to meet the needs of students today…and tomorrow.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Sarasota County Schools Chief of Strategic Innovation, Dr. Brandon Johnson, joins Jennifer in a timely conversation about how our public schools are transforming models and policy to meet the needs of students today…and tomorrow.]]>
                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[S3E8 Shaping the Future: How Sarasota Schools are Planning for Tomorrow]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Sarasota County Schools Chief of Strategic Innovation, Dr. Brandon Johnson, joins Jennifer in a timely conversation about how our public schools are transforming models and policy to meet the needs of students today…and tomorrow.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Sarasota County Schools Chief of Strategic Innovation, Dr. Brandon Johnson, joins Jennifer in a timely conversation about how our public schools are transforming models and policy to meet the needs of students today…and tomorrow.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:19:36</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[Education Foundation of Sarasota County]]>
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                    <![CDATA[S3E7 Are Students Ready for College? A Conversation on  Readiness and Resilience]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 21:39:27 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>Education Foundation of Sarasota County</dc:creator>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[Jennifer is joined by State College of Florida’s Director for College Readiness and Early College Programs, Raul Lorenzo. As a first-generation student, he has a deep understanding of some of the challenges his own students and their families face today when navigating life beyond high school.]]>
                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[Jennifer is joined by State College of Florida’s Director for College Readiness and Early College Programs, Raul Lorenzo. As a first-generation student, he has a deep understanding of some of the challenges his own students and their families face today when navigating life beyond high school.]]>
                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[S3E7 Are Students Ready for College? A Conversation on  Readiness and Resilience]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Jennifer is joined by State College of Florida’s Director for College Readiness and Early College Programs, Raul Lorenzo. As a first-generation student, he has a deep understanding of some of the challenges his own students and their families face today when navigating life beyond high school.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Jennifer is joined by State College of Florida’s Director for College Readiness and Early College Programs, Raul Lorenzo. As a first-generation student, he has a deep understanding of some of the challenges his own students and their families face today when navigating life beyond high school.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:26:00</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[Education Foundation of Sarasota County]]>
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                <title>
                    <![CDATA[S3E6 From Kitchen to Classroom: The Art and Heart of Cooking]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 13:58:45 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>Education Foundation of Sarasota County</dc:creator>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[Join Jennifer and entrepreneurs Andrew Grossman and Chef G to learn more about how they’re connecting kids and healthy cooking in their innovative after school programs at Booker Middle and High Schools.]]>
                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[Join Jennifer and entrepreneurs Andrew Grossman and Chef G to learn more about how they’re connecting kids and healthy cooking in their innovative after school programs at Booker Middle and High Schools.]]>
                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[S3E6 From Kitchen to Classroom: The Art and Heart of Cooking]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Join Jennifer and entrepreneurs Andrew Grossman and Chef G to learn more about how they’re connecting kids and healthy cooking in their innovative after school programs at Booker Middle and High Schools.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Join Jennifer and entrepreneurs Andrew Grossman and Chef G to learn more about how they’re connecting kids and healthy cooking in their innovative after school programs at Booker Middle and High Schools.]]>
                </itunes:summary>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:25:27</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[Education Foundation of Sarasota County]]>
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                            </item>
                    <item>
                <title>
                    <![CDATA[S3E5 Florida College Access Network: Local Connections, Statewide Impact]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 12:46:58 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>Education Foundation of Sarasota County</dc:creator>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[Jennifer is joined by Dr. Kimberly Krupa, network development and engagement consultant for Florida College Access Network (FCAN.) They touch on topics such as the role of local college access networks in preparing students for life beyond high school, FASFA, and Talent Strong Sarasota, a new campaign spearheaded by FCAN which is now being adopted at the local level. Thank you to Miter Brands, our sponsor for this podcast episode.]]>
                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[Jennifer is joined by Dr. Kimberly Krupa, network development and engagement consultant for Florida College Access Network (FCAN.) They touch on topics such as the role of local college access networks in preparing students for life beyond high school, FASFA, and Talent Strong Sarasota, a new campaign spearheaded by FCAN which is now being adopted at the local level. Thank you to Miter Brands, our sponsor for this podcast episode.]]>
                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[S3E5 Florida College Access Network: Local Connections, Statewide Impact]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Jennifer is joined by Dr. Kimberly Krupa, network development and engagement consultant for Florida College Access Network (FCAN.) They touch on topics such as the role of local college access networks in preparing students for life beyond high school, FASFA, and Talent Strong Sarasota, a new campaign spearheaded by FCAN which is now being adopted at the local level. Thank you to Miter Brands, our sponsor for this podcast episode.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Jennifer is joined by Dr. Kimberly Krupa, network development and engagement consultant for Florida College Access Network (FCAN.) They touch on topics such as the role of local college access networks in preparing students for life beyond high school, FASFA, and Talent Strong Sarasota, a new campaign spearheaded by FCAN which is now being adopted at the local level. Thank you to Miter Brands, our sponsor for this podcast episode.]]>
                </itunes:summary>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:27:46</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[Education Foundation of Sarasota County]]>
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                    <![CDATA[S3E4 Dual Language, Big Impact: Dreamers Academy and Charter School Innovation]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2025 12:48:44 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[Jennifer talks with Geri Chaffee, the dynamic founder of Dreamers Academy. They discuss the dual language immersion model of teaching and its effect on students and families, charter schools, and community impact, including the upcoming Newtown Family Center. Our thanks to Golf Therapy Club for sponsoring this episode of Education Conversations.]]>
                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[Jennifer talks with Geri Chaffee, the dynamic founder of Dreamers Academy. They discuss the dual language immersion model of teaching and its effect on students and families, charter schools, and community impact, including the upcoming Newtown Family Center. Our thanks to Golf Therapy Club for sponsoring this episode of Education Conversations.]]>
                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[S3E4 Dual Language, Big Impact: Dreamers Academy and Charter School Innovation]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Jennifer talks with Geri Chaffee, the dynamic founder of Dreamers Academy. They discuss the dual language immersion model of teaching and its effect on students and families, charter schools, and community impact, including the upcoming Newtown Family Center. Our thanks to Golf Therapy Club for sponsoring this episode of Education Conversations.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Jennifer talks with Geri Chaffee, the dynamic founder of Dreamers Academy. They discuss the dual language immersion model of teaching and its effect on students and families, charter schools, and community impact, including the upcoming Newtown Family Center. Our thanks to Golf Therapy Club for sponsoring this episode of Education Conversations.]]>
                </itunes:summary>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:33:05</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[Education Foundation of Sarasota County]]>
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                <title>
                    <![CDATA[S3E3 Ask Them to Stay: Ways to Impact Teacher Retention]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2025 14:26:02 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>Education Foundation of Sarasota County</dc:creator>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[Jennifer talks with TNTP’s Leadership Development Partner, Nicola Martin about teacher retention–a much talked about issue–and what we can do as a community to keep our teachers here. The solutions may surprise you! Our thanks to Gilbane Construction for sponsoring this episode of Education Conversations.]]>
                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[Jennifer talks with TNTP’s Leadership Development Partner, Nicola Martin about teacher retention–a much talked about issue–and what we can do as a community to keep our teachers here. The solutions may surprise you! Our thanks to Gilbane Construction for sponsoring this episode of Education Conversations.]]>
                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[S3E3 Ask Them to Stay: Ways to Impact Teacher Retention]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Jennifer talks with TNTP’s Leadership Development Partner, Nicola Martin about teacher retention–a much talked about issue–and what we can do as a community to keep our teachers here. The solutions may surprise you! Our thanks to Gilbane Construction for sponsoring this episode of Education Conversations.]]>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/6668bbf3710128-17155613/2153141/c1e-x09o9u94zdmaxk7jv-6z3p9pj4cqd-qfp2w3.mp3" length="63046336"
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                    <![CDATA[Jennifer talks with TNTP’s Leadership Development Partner, Nicola Martin about teacher retention–a much talked about issue–and what we can do as a community to keep our teachers here. The solutions may surprise you! Our thanks to Gilbane Construction for sponsoring this episode of Education Conversations.]]>
                </itunes:summary>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:26:17</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[Education Foundation of Sarasota County]]>
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                    <![CDATA[S3E2 Shaping Future-Ready Learners Through Adaptive Leadership]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2025 13:04:37 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>Education Foundation of Sarasota County</dc:creator>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[Join Education Foundation’s President/CEO Jennifer Vigne and Director of Student Programs, Dr. Anayah Walker as they reflect on the first year of the Future-Ready programs—initiatives that, through deep relationships and connections, help students prepare for life after high school with a plan. Thank you to our sponsor for this episode, Warton-Smith, Inc.]]>
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                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[Join Education Foundation’s President/CEO Jennifer Vigne and Director of Student Programs, Dr. Anayah Walker as they reflect on the first year of the Future-Ready programs—initiatives that, through deep relationships and connections, help students prepare for life after high school with a plan. Thank you to our sponsor for this episode, Warton-Smith, Inc.]]>
                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[S3E2 Shaping Future-Ready Learners Through Adaptive Leadership]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Join Education Foundation’s President/CEO Jennifer Vigne and Director of Student Programs, Dr. Anayah Walker as they reflect on the first year of the Future-Ready programs—initiatives that, through deep relationships and connections, help students prepare for life after high school with a plan. Thank you to our sponsor for this episode, Warton-Smith, Inc.]]>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/6668bbf3710128-17155613/2141300/c1e-08jkjtkd4z9sj6mdr-v64gq5jps8mx-shamoy.mp3" length="62341696"
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                    <![CDATA[Join Education Foundation’s President/CEO Jennifer Vigne and Director of Student Programs, Dr. Anayah Walker as they reflect on the first year of the Future-Ready programs—initiatives that, through deep relationships and connections, help students prepare for life after high school with a plan. Thank you to our sponsor for this episode, Warton-Smith, Inc.]]>
                </itunes:summary>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:25:59</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[Education Foundation of Sarasota County]]>
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                    <![CDATA[S3E1: Exploring Florida’s School Voucher Boom]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2025 17:36:50 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[Jennifer talks with Norin Dollard, senior policy analyst and director of KIDS COUNT at the Florida Policy Institute. They discuss one of today’s hot issues in education, school vouchers: the benefits and the downfalls for students, the economy, and public education at large. For more to the story, tune in to our prequels from Season 1: Funding Public Education and Ensuring Opportunities for all Students. Thank you to Suncoast Credit Union for sponsoring this episode.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Jennifer talks with Norin Dollard, senior policy analyst and director of KIDS COUNT at the Florida Policy Institute. They discuss one of today’s hot issues in education, school vouchers: the benefits and the downfalls for students, the economy, and public education at large. For more to the story, tune in to our prequels from Season 1: Funding Public Education and Ensuring Opportunities for all Students. Thank you to Suncoast Credit Union for sponsoring this episode.]]>
                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[S3E1: Exploring Florida’s School Voucher Boom]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Jennifer talks with Norin Dollard, senior policy analyst and director of KIDS COUNT at the Florida Policy Institute. They discuss one of today’s hot issues in education, school vouchers: the benefits and the downfalls for students, the economy, and public education at large. For more to the story, tune in to our prequels from Season 1: Funding Public Education and Ensuring Opportunities for all Students. Thank you to Suncoast Credit Union for sponsoring this episode.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:21:03</itunes:duration>
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                                            <![CDATA[So much can happen in a season of Education Conversations! Join Jennifer for our final compilation episode, “Policy, Partnerships, and Community Prosperity”, featuring snippets from several of our season 2 guests.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:34:37</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[S2E26 Education Today: Season 2 Compilation]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 05 Aug 2025 15:00:16 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[S2E26 Education Today: Join this special episode of Education Conversation as we wrap up Season 2 that highlights guests and topics focusing on Education Today. Jennifer revisits popular subjects from Season 2, such as Artificial Intelligence, scholarships, and the 2025 State of Education Report. This is the first in a two-part compilation series, so stay tuned for more!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[S2E26 Education Today: Join this special episode of Education Conversation as we wrap up Season 2 that highlights guests and topics focusing on Education Today. Jennifer revisits popular subjects from Season 2, such as Artificial Intelligence, scholarships, and the 2025 State of Education Report. This is the first in a two-part compilation series, so stay tuned for more!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[S2E26 Education Today: Join this special episode of Education Conversation as we wrap up Season 2 that highlights guests and topics focusing on Education Today. Jennifer revisits popular subjects from Season 2, such as Artificial Intelligence, scholarships, and the 2025 State of Education Report. This is the first in a two-part compilation series, so stay tuned for more!]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:13:16</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[S2E25 Legislative Session 2025]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2025 13:16:09 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[This episode features Representative Fiona McFarland, a champion for education and the Education Foundation. She and Jennifer discuss takeaways from the 2025 Legislative Session, where Sarasota Schools are today and how education may change in the future.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[This episode features Representative Fiona McFarland, a champion for education and the Education Foundation. She and Jennifer discuss takeaways from the 2025 Legislative Session, where Sarasota Schools are today and how education may change in the future.]]>
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[S2E25 Legislative Session 2025]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:27:16</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[S2E24: Economic Development and Education]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2025 14:00:34 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[This episode focuses on our local economy, as Jennifer welcomes Erin Silk, president and ceo of the Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County. Together they discuss the current and future outlook for local economic development and explore how education and a healthy economy are inextricably tied.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[This episode focuses on our local economy, as Jennifer welcomes Erin Silk, president and ceo of the Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County. Together they discuss the current and future outlook for local economic development and explore how education and a healthy economy are inextricably tied.]]>
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[S2E24: Economic Development and Education]]>
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                    <![CDATA[This episode focuses on our local economy, as Jennifer welcomes Erin Silk, president and ceo of the Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County. Together they discuss the current and future outlook for local economic development and explore how education and a healthy economy are inextricably tied.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[This episode focuses on our local economy, as Jennifer welcomes Erin Silk, president and ceo of the Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County. Together they discuss the current and future outlook for local economic development and explore how education and a healthy economy are inextricably tied.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:23:16</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[Education Foundation of Sarasota County]]>
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                    <![CDATA[S2E23: 2025 REGIONAL STATE OF EDUCATION]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 24 Jun 2025 13:30:08 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[In this episode, Jennifer talks with the Community Foundation’s Vice President for Community Impact, Kirsten Russell about their annual State of Education report, the importance of early learning, and the role of philanthropy in our community]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this episode, Jennifer talks with the Community Foundation’s Vice President for Community Impact, Kirsten Russell about their annual State of Education report, the importance of early learning, and the role of philanthropy in our community]]>
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[S2E23: 2025 REGIONAL STATE OF EDUCATION]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this episode, Jennifer talks with the Community Foundation’s Vice President for Community Impact, Kirsten Russell about their annual State of Education report, the importance of early learning, and the role of philanthropy in our community]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:31:30</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[Education Foundation of Sarasota County]]>
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                    <![CDATA[S2E22 Community Partnerships in Action]]>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:13:42 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>Education Foundation of Sarasota County</dc:creator>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[Jennifer talks with Dan Sidler, Vice President of CareerEdge Funders Collaborative and Economic Development with the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce and Barb Clapp, CEO of Dwyer Workforce Development about their collaboration and partnership with Suncoast Technical College on an innovative training program for Certified Nursing Assistants. Tune in to learn more about the need they are filling for both students and the healthcare field.]]>
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                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[Jennifer talks with Dan Sidler, Vice President of CareerEdge Funders Collaborative and Economic Development with the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce and Barb Clapp, CEO of Dwyer Workforce Development about their collaboration and partnership with Suncoast Technical College on an innovative training program for Certified Nursing Assistants. Tune in to learn more about the need they are filling for both students and the healthcare field.]]>
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[S2E22 Community Partnerships in Action]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Jennifer talks with Dan Sidler, Vice President of CareerEdge Funders Collaborative and Economic Development with the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce and Barb Clapp, CEO of Dwyer Workforce Development about their collaboration and partnership with Suncoast Technical College on an innovative training program for Certified Nursing Assistants. Tune in to learn more about the need they are filling for both students and the healthcare field.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Jennifer talks with Dan Sidler, Vice President of CareerEdge Funders Collaborative and Economic Development with the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce and Barb Clapp, CEO of Dwyer Workforce Development about their collaboration and partnership with Suncoast Technical College on an innovative training program for Certified Nursing Assistants. Tune in to learn more about the need they are filling for both students and the healthcare field.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:29:53</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Education Foundation of Sarasota County]]>
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