Jeff Van Hulten - Navigating the Utah Legislative Session

Jeff Van Hulten - Navigating the Utah Legislative Session

Author: Utah Education Network, Dani Sloan, Matthew Winters February 8, 2021 Duration: 37:34
Dani and Jared welcome Jeff Van Hulten, Director of Public Affairs for the Utah State Board of Education, to UEN Homeroom this week. Our discussion focuses on the 2021 Utah Legislative Session and how teachers can get involved. Some of our topics include: what all educators in Utah should know about the legislative process, the need to communicate with your local law makers, bills specific to education in 2021, and the need for teachers to be advocates for education.

Ever wonder what really happens in the classrooms and corridors of Utah's schools? UEN Homeroom pulls up a chair for those conversations, moving beyond policy headlines to the human stories at the heart of education. Hosted by Dani Sloan and Matthew Winters from the Utah Education Network, this series feels like a candid staff room chat, one where laughter and practical advice are equally important. Each episode connects you directly with the educators and leaders-both from local communities and across the country-who are navigating the daily realities and big ideas shaping students' lives. You'll hear about specific classroom triumphs, the clever solutions teachers devise for unexpected challenges, and thoughtful discussions on the issues that matter most to the profession. It’s a space designed for anyone invested in learning, offering tangible takeaways and a genuine sense of community. Tune into this podcast for a refreshingly authentic look at the craft of teaching, where the focus is always on the people who make it all happen.
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