Join us on WCS Voices as we host Olivia Reeder, Dean of Early College at WVU-P, Jason Hughes, Director of Career and Technical Education, and Jason Potts, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, both of Wood County Schools. These experts will explore the benefits of dual credit programs and career and technical education for high school students. Discover how dual credit initiatives allow students to earn college credits alongside their high school curriculum. Learn how CTE programs provide hands-on learning experiences tailored to various career pathways. Tune in for valuable insights into shaping the educational journey of today's youth.

The arts are essential in public education, serving as a catalyst for fostering creativity, critical thinking, and holistic cognitive development. Beyond technical skills, engagement with the arts cultivates imagination, enabling well-rounded individuals to approach challenges with innovative perspectives. Arts education also fosters cultural awareness, promoting empathy among students with diverse backgrounds. In a rapidly evolving global landscape, the arts play a vital role in preparing students for a future where adaptability, collaboration, and inventive thinking are essential. Integrating the arts in Wood County Schools enhances academic performance and contributes to the development of socially and emotionally intelligent individuals, laying the foundation for a more enriched and interconnected society.

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It's that time of year! Students are heading back to school and the academic year begins. This means changes from summer routines and driving patterns. Today's podcast looks at how the entire community can ensure the safety of our students whether riding a bus or walking to school. Whether you have a student in Wood County Schools or not, it's up to all of us to slow down and keep student safety as a priority. We are joined by WCS's Director of Transportation, Chad Bloss, and our Coordinator of Safety and Security, Don Brown, as we discuss simple ways to keep our students safe.