Country Day Conversations: The Podcast: Recent Episodes
Sacramento Country Day School
Country Day Conversations: The Podcast is an opportunity for Sacramento Country Day School to connect our community with some of the exciting things that are going on in our school by looking at how our mission and core values are being fulfilled on a day-to-day level. It's a chance to get a glimpse of what’s going on in some of our classrooms and see what’s happening with our students.
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Diversity is a core value of Sacramento County Country Day School in which the inclusive community promotes equity and understanding through meaningful conversations, welcomes all voices, and celebrates individuality.
In this episode, Lee Thomsen and Rachelle Doyle have a conversation with Librarian Jo Melinson and their guest student, Senior Karabelo B. They examine what it means to be diverse, the positive changes it brings a community, and why everyone, no matter their background or circumstances, deserves to be honored.
In this episode, you’ll also hear:
- Why diversity is crucial to growth, creativity, and engagement
- The questions asked by each diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
Our limited series podcast Country Day Conversations continues this week as we explore Intellectual Discovery with High School Science Department Chair and
Biology Teacher Kellie Whited, Middle School Earth Sciences, Robotics, and Maker lab teacher Cade Grunst, and 10th-grade student Saheb Gulati
in our Country Day programs.
Creativity allows Country Day students to explore, improvise, and take risks as they discover and fully express themselves as individuals.
In this episode, Lee Thomsen welcomes Lower School Music & Movement teacher Ashlie Kirby, 6th grade English, Middle and High School Drama teacher Jane McGinnes, Middle and High School Art teacher Andy Cunningham, and 2nd grader Minnie to share how creativity flourishes at Country Day and the importance of the Country Day Fund.
In this episode, you’ll also hear:
- Building skills and making space for play, exploration, and failure
- Tapping into the energy of collaboration and creativity
- The impact of creativity on a Country Day 2nd grader
Sacramento Country Day School:
Website: https://www.saccds.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SACCDS
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saccds/
Country Day Fund:
For questions or to make a gift, contact: advancement@saccds.org
Make a gift directly at: https://www.saccds.org/country-day-fund
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Critical thinking is a core value at Country Day that drives daily instruction and empowers students to thrive in an evolving world.
In this episode, Lee Thomsen and Rachelle Doyle connect with 5th-grade teacher Kristi Mathisen, High School English and Spanish teacher Diego Panasiti, and student special guest Mia about how critical thinking shows up in classrooms and how the Country Day Fund impacts teachers and students.
In this episode, you’ll also hear:
- Why critical thinking is crucial to younger students
- The relationship between communication and critical thinking
- How critical thinking has empowered a Country Day junior student
Sacramento Country Day School:
Website: https://www.saccds.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SACCDS
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saccds/
Country Day Fund:
For questions or to make a gift, contact: advancement@saccds.org
Make a gift directly at: https://www.saccds.org/country-day-fund
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We’re thrilled to launch the Country Day Conversations Podcast and share a glimpse of the good happening on our campus as well as in our community.
In this episode, Lee Thomsen and Rachelle Doyle talk with Director of Athletics Matt Vargo, Physical Education Teacher Denise Santos, Garden Supervisor Rory Tira, and senior Savanna Karmue about compassion and how teachers and students greatly benefit from the Country Day Fund.
In this episode, you’ll also hear:
- How self-compassion in athletics shows up in life
- Creating a sense of belonging for all students
- Caring for each other through food and service
- Compassion from the heart of a student
Learn more about Country Day here: www.saccds.org
For questions or to make a gift, contact: advancement@saccds.org
Make a gift directly at: https://www.saccds.org/country-day-fund