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Episode 25: Inside Alternative Education with RAES staff Ivy Engebretson & Sarah Hubbard

In our February episode of the ROE Podcast, Regional Superintendent Kathryn Jennings sits down with RAES Teacher Ivy Engebretson and RAES Instructor Sarah Hubbard for an inspiring and honest conversation about working in an alternative school setting.

Mrs. E and Mrs. H share what a typical day looks like at Regional Alternative Education Services (RAES), the challenges and successes they experience, and what motivates them to show up every day for their students. They also discuss the impact of alternative education, the importance of relationships, and making students feel like they belong.

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Episode 21: Early Childhood with Allison K.

In this episode of ROE #33: Piecing the Puzzle Together, Assistant Regional Superintendent Emily Adolphson sits down with Family Educator Supervisor Allison Kallenbach for a fun and heartfelt conversation about early childhood education and community impact.

Allison shares what it’s been like stepping into her new role, the amazing things happening at Roseville Kids Place, and how these programs are helping families build brighter futures across our region.

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Episode 20: School and Family Engagement

In this episode of ROE #33: Piecing the Puzzle Together, Director of School and Family Engagement (SAFE) Roy Van Meter and Attendance Specialist Mark Zhorne join host Regional Superintendent Kathryn Jennings to discuss their important work around student attendance and truancy across our four counties.

From the foundations we’ve set to support local students, to staff meeting families where they are through home and school visits, Roy and Mark share how the SAFE program is making an impact and what’s ahead in FY26.

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