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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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Episode 19: RAES Principal Stephanie Christensen

In this episode of ROE #33: Piecing the Puzzle Together, Assistant Regional Superintendent Emily Adolphson sits down with newly appointed RAES Principal Stephanie Christensen for an inspiring conversation about leadership, community, and student success.

From strengthening family and community partnerships to expanding career exposure through mentors and guest speakers, Stephanie lays out her priorities for shaping RAES into a place of pride and possibility.

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Episode 18: New Leadership at ROE #33

In our latest Piecing the Puzzle Together podcast, we introduce our new leaders: Regional Superintendent Kathryn Jennings and Assistant Regional Superintendent Emily Adolphson. Katie and Emily share their backgrounds, leadership priorities, and vision for ROE #33.

The two new leaders complement each other well. Katie brings big-picture strategy, while Emily ensures daily operations stay on track. Both are committed to leading with trust, collaboration, and a people-first approach. Looking ahead, they envision an ROE that’s known as the region’s go-to support for schools and families. As Katie put it, “Leadership is about building up those around you.

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