One of the most important events altered by this pandemic is high school graduation.  ACHS has come up with a very unique alternative for graduation that recognizes the seniors for their many years of hard work while providing for the safety of all.  The idea is called Commencement in Cars.  Please join us as we discuss the details of the event with ACHS Principal, Dr. Derrick Brown.

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ECED Podcast (S2E26) Every Child Every Day Podcast - Interview about ACHS Graduation "Commencement in Cars" with Principal Dr. Derrick Brown

Over the last three weeks, we have discussed how these unprecedented times impact our emotional health, we discussed the safety precautions needed during this time, and we gave advice on physical fitness routines.  Today, we are going to talk to two ACPS teachers, Bev Brown and Lisa Laub about sharpening your student’s problem solving skills through at-home science projects.  Please join us!

ECED Podcast (S2E24) Every Child Every Day Podcast - Interview Bev Brown and Lisa Laub

During the time that we are under the Governor’s Stay at Home order, I thought it would be important to provide some very specific advice to students and parents regarding different aspects of the coronavirus.  On our last two shows, we discussed how these unprecedented times impact our emotional health and the safety precautions needed during this time.  Today, we are going to talk with two ACPS teachers, Erin Calhoun and Kevin Christmas about staying active and physically fit during the pandemic.  Please join us!

ECED Podcast (S2E24) Every Child Every Day Podcast - Interview Erin Calhoun and Kevin Christmas

Please join us today as we sit down with the Central Virginia Department of Health, District Epidemiologist, Haley Evans to discuss specifics about the COVID-19 virus along with very important safety precautions to be taken to keep your family safe.  She also spends time dispelling some popular "internet" myths about the virus.

ECED Podcast (S2E23) Every Child Every Day Podcast - Interview with Haley Evans, Central Virginia Department of Health, District Epidemiologist.

Join us today for a very important conversation during these uncertain times.  Amherst County School Psychologists, Martha Anderson, Shannon Abatecola, and Jeff Williams will discuss advice for parents and students on how to handle the emotions created by this pandemic.

ECED Podcast (S2E21) Every Child Every Day Podcast - Interview with Amherst County School Psychologists, Martha Anderson, Shannon Abatecola, and Jeff Williams.

Today, we begin our three-part series on the spring sports programs at Amherst County High School. On today's show, we sit down with Baseball Coach, John Apperson and Senior Pitcher, Tyler Hargis,  and Outdoor Track Coach, Lance Carter, and State Champion Athlete, Amani Hankton to discuss the upcoming season. Part one in a three part series. 

ECED Podcast (S2E21) Every Child Every Day Podcast - Interview with Baseball Coach, John Apperson & Senior Pitcher, Tyler Hargis, & Outdoor Track Coach, Lance Carter, & State Champion Amani Hankton

Here in Amherst County Public Schools, we think it is very important to look for opportunities for our students to engage in extra-curricular activities to help build a sense of community and to teach many important life skills.  One of these extra-curricular programs is Archery.   On today’s show, we will sit down with members of our Elon Elementary Archery Team.  Please join us!

ECED Podcast (S2E20) Every Child Every Day Podcast - Interview with members of our Elon Elementary Archery Team

On today's show, we will sit down with a great community partner: the Amherst County Chamber of Commerce to discuss the role that the Chamber of Commerce plays in our mission of preparing students and the opportunities they are creating for our students.  Joining us for the conversation is Katie Mayo, Business Development Manager for the Chamber of Commerce, Sabrina Kennon, Business Operations Manager at Specialty Exterminating and Chair of the Amherst Chamber of Commerce, and Craig Maddox, Supervisor of CTE for ACPS. Please join us for this very important conversation.

ECED Podcast (S2E19) Every Child Every Day Podcast - Interview with Katie Mayo, Sabrina Kennon and Craig Maddox

Today, we continue our two-part series on the winter sports programs at Amherst County High School.  On today's show, we sit down with Indoor Track Coach, Lance Carter, Swimming Coach, Amanda Stanbery and Wrestling Coach, Jason Cox to discuss the season to date and their goals as the teams begin post-season tournament play.

ECED Podcast (S2E18) Every Child Every Day Podcast - Interview with ACHS Indoor Track Coach, Lance Carter, Swimming Coach, Amanda Stanbery and Wrestling Coach, Jason Cox

Over the next two weeks, we will sit down with the coaches of the winter sports programs at Amherst County High School.  On today's show, Girl's Basketball Coach, Ron Carter and Boys' Basketball Coach, Segar Jordan join us to discuss the season to date and their goals as the teams begin post-season tournament play.

ECED Podcast (S2E17) Every Child Every Day Podcast - Interview with ACHS Girl's Basketball Head Coach Ron Carter and Boy's Basketball Head Coach Segar Jordan.

We are honored to have WSET Sports Director, Dennis Carter as our guest today.  We discuss his career and the state of high school athletics in Central Virginia.  As Dennis has just recently announced his retirement at year’s end, we thought it would be a great opportunity to reminisce and thank him for his service to this area.  Please join us.

ECED Podcast (S2E16) Every Child Every Day Podcast - Interview with WSET Sports Director, Dennis Carter.

Amherst County Public Schools has recently completed its five year comprehensive plan.  This plan is the culmination of a year of listening to our community about what was good about Amherst County Public Schools, what was not so good, how we could improve, and where should we look for support.  With all of this feedback, we truly feel that we have developed a plan that is reflective of Amherst and will meet the needs of every child, every day.  To celebrate the completion of this plan, we are hosting a Winter Festival open to our entire Amherst Community.  On today’s podcast, we will discuss the celebration with the person responsible for organizing this great event, Dr. Dana Norman, Director of Academics in Amherst County.  Please join us!

ECED Podcast (S2E15) Every Child Every Day Podcast - Interview with Dr Dana Norman, Director of Academics in Amherst County Public Schools

As we approach the winter months and the possibility of delayed starts and snow days, we wanted to do a podcast on our inclement weather policies. Covering over 400 square miles of land and 500 miles of road, Amherst County Public Schools includes a very diverse topography including the Blue Ridge Mountain in our western half.  Because of these differences, Amherst County Public Schools has a very different and complicated task when it comes to deciding school closures and delays.  Join me today as Dr. William Wells Assistant Superintendent of Schools comes on to talk about what goes into making these difficult decisions.

ECED Podcast (S2E14) Every Child Every Day Podcast - Interview with Dr. William Wells Assistant Superintendent of Schools on school closures and delays.

Each fall, a new group of student leaders begin the year with big goals for the school.  At Amherst County High School, the Class of 2020 leadership team is hoping to positively impact the culture at the high school through activities aimed at promoting a sense of community and pride.  Join me as I sit down with the Class of 2020 officers : Zamire Andrews, President, Leeland Mowery, Vice-President, Kennedy Campbell, Secretary as they discuss their plans for this school year.

ECED Podcast (S2E13) Every Child Every Day Podcast - Interview with ACHS Class of 2020 officers Mr. Andrews, Ms. Mowery and Ms. Campbell.

On today’s show we are going to talk about Iron Lives, a student program started in Amherst County High School 10 years ago and has grown into neighboring divisions in recent years.  Unfortunately, Amherst County High School’s program has seen membership and participation decline in recent years.  That trend, however, has reversed this fall and membership in the program is on the rise again.  Join me as we discuss Iron Lives with the people helping to lead this effort: Marcus Thomas, Director of Programs, Sabrina Marth, Director of Operations, and Devante Sorrells, student participant in Iron Lives at ACHS

ECED Podcast (S2E12) Every Child Every Day Podcast - Interview with Mr. Marcus Thomas, Ms. Sabrina Marth and Mr. Devante Sorrells.

Amherst County Public Schools Superintendent Rob Arnold hosts the Every Child, Every Day Podcast designed to serve as a “one-stop” shop for everything education in Amherst County. If you are interested in special events happening in our schools or learning ways to support children as they navigate the difficulties of adolescence, this is the podcast for you! Dr. Arnold will interview a varied group of guests ranging from ACPS students to dedicated ACPS professionals to community members who are making a difference in the lives of Amherst County students.

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