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Country Day Conversations: The Podcast


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  • 5. Diversity

    28:28||Season 1, Ep. 5
    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 engagementThe questions asked by each diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

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  • 4. Intellectual Discovery

    30:49||Season 1, Ep. 4
    Our limited series podcast Country Day Conversations continues this week as we explore Intellectual Discovery with High School Science Department Chair andBiology 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.
  • 3. Creativity

    25:59||Season 1, Ep. 3
    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 graderSacramento Country Day School:Website: https://www.saccds.org/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SACCDSInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/saccds/ Country Day Fund:For questions or to make a gift, contact: advancement@saccds.orgMake a gift directly at: https://www.saccds.org/country-day-fund
  • 2. Critical Thinking

    19:26||Season 1, Ep. 2
    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/SACCDSInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/saccds/ Country Day Fund:For questions or to make a gift, contact: advancement@saccds.orgMake a gift directly at: https://www.saccds.org/country-day-fund
  • 1. Compassion

    28:10||Season 1, Ep. 1
    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 serviceCompassion from the heart of a student Learn more about Country Day here: www.saccds.orgFor questions or to make a gift, contact: advancement@saccds.orgMake a gift directly at: https://www.saccds.org/country-day-fund