Moe Hickey - Back to School with Voices for Utah Children

Moe Hickey - Back to School with Voices for Utah Children

Author: Utah Education Network, Dani Sloan, Matthew Winters August 25, 2020 Duration: 43:22
UEN Homeroom continues along with our Back to School series as Utah prepares for the return of teachers and students to our buildings. This week we connect with Moe Hickey, CEO of Voices for Utah Children. Our conversation focuses on the fiver key areas of healthy development for kids: health, school readiness, safety, economic stability, and diversity. We also learn what Voices is doing to advocate for Utah students with the state legislature and local school districts.

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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