In the second episode of The Captovation Podcast, we explore the nuances of transitioning high school speech and debate to an online environment. Ken Kasee and his team did not skip a beat, and his debaters were national champions.
About Our Guest - Ken Kasee
Ken Kasee is an English teacher at Chagrin Falls High School. He serves as the Chagrin Falls High School Speech and Debate Coach, coaching 2020 National Champions Maggie Mills and Sasha Haines. In 2020 he was honored by the University of Chicago for his work in the classroom. His nominator wrote "Mr. Kasee remained a steadfast mentor, always there to guide me and answer any questions that I may have had. It was through his teaching and coaching that I learned the importance of hard work, creativity, and confidence...Mr. Kasee goes above and beyond what is expected from educators because he does not merely ‘educate’ his students. He cares about them, believes in them, and inspires them to attain their full potential.”
About Your Host Scott J. Allen, Ph.D.Scottis the Standard Products—Dr. James S. Reid Chair in Management at John Carroll University. He is an associate professor and teaches courses in leadership, management skills, and executive communication. He is also a communications coach, consultant, author, podcast host, and entrepreneur. For almost two decades, he’s worked with clients to improve their leadership and communication skills.
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Intro/Outro music by Stephen Burks of GoodCity Concepts