Quick Study
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Podcast Overview
<p>Ready to push your teaching practice to the next level? Quick Study is the podcast for you. In each fast-paced, 15-30 minute episode, you'll hear from real educators sharing actionable strategies you can usetomorrow. This isn't just theory—it's <strong>authentic</strong>, on-the-ground wisdom from teachers who have been there.</p>
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10/7/2025
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May 18, 2026
A Sit Down with PDE’s Science Content Advisor
<p>Discover the "why" that drives Pennsylvania's new Science Content Advisor at PDE. In this episode we sit down with Jason Zimmerman and discuss how we continue to navigate the pivotal transition to the new STEELS standards. We dive into the advisor's journey from the classroom to the Department of Education, revealing a bold vision for the future of science education that bridges the gap between Harrisburg and local educators. Tune in to hear about the new supports and features PDE will be adding to the STEELS Hub.</p><p></p><p>Guest Information:</p><p>Dr. Jason Zimmerman is the Science Education Advisor for the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education’s Division of Instructional Quality at the Pennsylvania Department of Education. He supports statewide implementation of the Pennsylvania K-12 STEELS Standards, working with educators and leaders to advance high-quality, three-dimensional science instruction. His work also focuses on instructional leadership, professional learning design, and building coherent systems that support sensemaking, student discourse, and equitable science learning opportunities.</p><p></p><p>Dr. Zimmerman began his career as an elementary educator and district-level science coordinator before serving as a STEM Teaching and Learning Consultant at Lancaster-Lebanon IU13. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, a Master of Science in Educational Leadership from Immaculata University, and a Doctor of Education in Leadership and Learning in Organizations from Vanderbilt University.</p><p></p><p>Resources:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-underline text-strikethrough-none" href="https://www.pdesas.org/Page/Viewer/ViewPage/58/">PDE STEELS Hub</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-underline text-strikethrough-none" href="https://www.pdesas.org/Community">Science Community on the SAS Portal</a></p>
May 11, 2026
Attendance Solutions through the Lens of SCL
<p>In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Diane McCallum (Assistant Superintendent) and Dr. Allison Kopco (High School Principal) to discuss how their district is moving beyond traditional "policy and consequence" models to tackle chronic absenteeism. By prioritizing student-centered practices, they’ve turned the daily grind into an engaging, community-driven experience.</p><p></p><p>Guest Info: </p><p>Diane McCallum is the assistant superintendent of the Waynesboro Area School District, located in Franklin County, PA. A former Earth and Space Science teacher, Dr. McCallum has proudly served the Waynesboro Area School District since 2013 as an assistant principal and principal. She received her Bachelor's Degree from West Chester University, Master's Degree from Penn State University, and Doctoral Degree from Widener University.</p><p></p><p>Alli Kopco is the principal at Waynesboro Area Senior High School. She is a former middle school math teacher, and previously served in Waynesboro Area School District as an assistant principal at both the middle and high school levels. She earned her Bachelor's degree from the College of William and Mary, and Masters' and Doctoral degrees from Frostburg State University. Dr. Kopco feels blessed to serve in WASD, the district that she herself attended as a student.</p>
April 15, 2026
Crafting a Portrait of a Student-Centered District
<p>In this episode, we explore the "Portrait of a GA Teacher" a collective identity at the Greencastle-Antrim School District that transcends mere rules to focus on a shared "collective essence." We dive into the district's foundational filter—<strong>Commitment to Children First</strong>—and discuss how this guiding principle transforms everything from daily classroom interactions to high-level budgeting decisions. Our conversation also highlights the unique roles that <strong>belonging, family, and joy</strong> play in shaping the district's vision for teaching and learning. Finally, we look toward the future of GASD to see what’s next for this student-centered community.</p><p>Guest Info:</p><p>Dr. Lura Hanks currently serves as the superintendent of the Greencastle-Antrim School District in Greencastle, Pennsylvania. Lura has previously worked as the preK-12 Supervisor of English Language Arts and Social Studies in Washington County, Maryland and held the positions of principal, assistant principal, teacher and teacher specialist in Maryland and Pennsylvania over the course of her 29-year career in public education. Lura has been dedicated to curriculum design and instructional practices that lead students to deeper and more authentic learning experiences. Dr. Hanks has a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, a master’s degree in Educational Leadership and a Doctorate of Organizational Leadership from Hood College in Frederick, Maryland. She has presented at local, state, and national conferences on topics of literacy education and teacher professional development. She has authored and contributed to a variety of articles including the 2019 released book by Doug Fisher titled This Is Balanced Literacy, Literacy Leaders Shift the Spotlight (English Leadership Quarterly, 2021) and in 2022, 5 Key Elements to Successful Curriculum Design. In October of 2019, Dr. Hanks presented at the International Literacy Association conference on improving literacy instruction through talent management professional development. Dr. Hanks lives here in Greencastle with her husband and two children.</p><p></p><p>Resources:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cJjFhoQyasM">Portrait of a GA Teacher</a></p>
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- What is Quick Study?
<p>Ready to push your teaching practice to the next level? Quick Study is the podcast for you. In each fast-paced, 15-30 minute episode, you'll hear from real educators sharing actionable strategies you can usetomorrow. This isn't just theory—it's <strong>authentic</strong>, on-the-ground wisdom from teachers who have been there.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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