Voices United in Education

Hear the positive stories in education that don’t make the news. You’ll hear uplifting stories of student, parent and teacher impact in Escambia County. Meredith Hackwith Edwards interviews teachers, staff, parents, students, graduates, community mentors and members, so that we can become more united inside and outside the classroom to support the success of every student in Florida’s Escambia County Public Schools.

Voices United in Education is a education podcast hosted by Escambia County Public Schools, with 211 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Escambia County Public Schools hosts Voices United in Education, a education show with 211 episodes published.

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  Episode #211

  Ep 211 | Student success story: Making hay while the sun shines!

  Aug 18, 202627 minS1

  Do you know Izzie Jenkins? If not, we’re pretty confident that you’ll be hearing more about this Pensacola High School IB Program graduate who was elected as State Secretary for Florida FFA. In this episode, she shares what it means to carry the torch for the nearly 100-year-old organization—growing from future farmers to future leaders—and how her experiences have shaped her outlook on what’s next for her as an adult. Guest: Izzie Jenkins https://www.facebook.com/floridaffa The Florida Department of Education just released district and school grades and we're are beyond thrilled to announce that Escambia County Public Schools has achieved a district grade of ‘A.’ This means that 83% of ECPS schools upheld or exceeded past years’ performances! Learn more about Escambia County School District: https://www.escambiaschools.org/ Find additional links: https://www.voicesunitedineducation.com/podcast-episodes Host: Meredith Hackwith Edwards

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  Episode #210

  Ep 210 | College or training? How do you pay for it?

  Aug 11, 202624 minS1

  Are you a recent high school graduate, but don't have the money to attend collge? Or, are you an adult who wants to finish your degree or get training for a new career path, but don’t know how to pay for it? Or, do you want to take classes for personal self improvement? Matt Hebert is a part of a program that should be your first call for financial help. He is the Program Director for TRIO Educational Opportunity Center at Pensacola State College. In this episode, he shares his perspective and expertise on the program helping first generation college students. Guest: Matt Hebert 850-484-1961 | eoc@pensacolastate.edu The Florida Department of Education just released district and school grades and we're are beyond thrilled to announce that Escambia County Public Schools has achieved a district grade of ‘A.’ This means that 83% of ECPS schools upheld or exceeded past years’ performances! Learn more about Escambia County School District: https://www.escambiaschools.org/ Find additional links: https://www.voicesunitedineducation.com/podcast-episodes Host: Meredith Hackwith Edwards

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  Episode #209

  Ep 209 | Lady Cats: State Basketball CHAMPS!

  Aug 4, 202624 minS1

  What does it feel like to lead the Booker T Washington’s Varsity Basketball team into state victory for the first time in 26 years? Jade Brown is the Athletic Director, Head Coach of the Lady Cats AND the 2026 Florida Dairy Farmers Girls’ Basketball Coach of the Year! In this episode, she shares the values of both winning and losing, the strengths of her team and her philosophy as a coach. Guest: Jade Brown https://www.facebook.com/BTWLadyCatBasketball The Florida Department of Education just released district and school grades and we're are beyond thrilled to announce that Escambia County Public Schools has achieved a district grade of ‘A.’ This means that 83% of ECPS schools upheld or exceeded past years’ performances! Learn more about Escambia County School District: https://www.escambiaschools.org/ Find additional links: https://www.voicesunitedineducation.com/podcast-episodes Host: Meredith Hackwith Edwards

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  Episode #208

  Ep 208 | The Amazing Shake: a competition of social skills

  Jul 28, 202624 minS1

  Send us Fan Mail The COVID19 pandemic created both academic disruption and social deficit. Terri Fina, Principal at Holm Elementary, is getting her students back on track through the Amazing Shake—a social skills competition created by Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta, Georgia. In this episode, she shares the impact its making and how her students fared at the state finals. Guest: Terri Fina https://www.theamazingshake.com/ The Florida Department of Education just released district and school grades and we're are beyond thrilled to announce that Escambia County Public Schools has achieved a district grade of ‘A.’ This means that 83% of ECPS schools upheld or exceeded past years’ performances! Learn more about Escambia County School District: https://www.escambiaschools.org/ Find additional links: https://www.voicesunitedineducation.com/podcast-episodes Host: Meredith Hackwith Edwards

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  Episode #207

  Ep 207 | A tale of two teachers: New teacher mentorship

  Jul 21, 202626 minS1

  Send us Fan Mail What’s it REALLY like to be a new teacher? Are you on your own? Laylah Holiday is an alternatively certified teacher at Workman Middle School and Rachel Rodriguez Schrimsher is a traditionally educated teacher and the Program Specialist for the Professional Learning Certification Program. In this episode, they share their different experiences getting their teacher certification and their experiences in their first year of teaching. Guests: Rachel Rodriguez-Schrimsher & Laylah Holiday The Florida Department of Education just released district and school grades and we're are beyond thrilled to announce that Escambia County Public Schools has achieved a district grade of ‘A.’ This means that 83% of ECPS schools upheld or exceeded past years’ performances! Learn more about Escambia County School District: https://www.escambiaschools.org/ Find additional links: https://www.voicesunitedineducation.com/podcast-episodes Host: Meredith Hackwith Edwards

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