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Inspiring Educators

Inspiring Educators

John H. Curry, PhD & Tabatha Butler 20 episodes Latest Apr 29, 2025

Inspiring Educators is a radio show from the ISU College of Education. This half-hour show features conversations with alumni, students, and supporters of the Idaho State College of Education. It is hosted by John H. Curry, PhD & Tabatha Butler. The show highlights the work of the College of Education, which prepares students for careers in K-12 schools, businesses, community organizations, and higher education.

Episodes

From GEDs to Kindergarten: Randy’s Passion for Education and Community Apr 29, 2025 1394 Hosts Associate Dean, John Curry , and Executive Director of Philanthropy, Tabatha Butler, interview supporters of the College of Education about their careers, philanthropy and who inspired them. This month they interview Randy Jensen, Superintendent of American Falls School District.
From Principal to Superintendent: Jared’s Journey in Education Mar 25, 2025 1380 Hosts Associate Dean, John Curry , and Executive Director of Philanthropy, Tabatha Butler, interview supporters of the College of Education about their careers, philanthropy and who inspired them. This month they interview Jared Jinks, Superintendent of Sugar Salem School District.
Leading in Education with Dr. Ron Bolinger Jan 28, 2025 1242 Hosts Associate Dean, John Curry , and Executive Director of Philanthropy, Tabatha Butler, interview supporters of the College of Education about their careers, philanthropy and who inspired them. This month they interview Dr. Ron Bolinger, former Superintendent of American Falls School District and former professor at ISU.
Dr. Shon Hocker on Education and Leadership Nov 27, 2024 999 Hosts Associate Dean, John Curry, and Executive Director of Philanthropy, Tabatha Butler, interview supporters of the College of Education about their careers, philanthropy, and who inspired them. This month they interviewed Dr. Shon Hocker, Superintendent · Coeur d'Alene School District #271.
Leadership in Education with Dr. Thomas Oct 22, 2024 1706 Hosts Associate Dean, John Curry , and Executive Director of Philanthropy, Tabatha Butler, interview supporters of the College of Education about their careers, philanthropy and who inspired them. This month they interview Dr. Geoff Thomas, former Superintendent of Madison School District and current professor at ISU.
Insights into Leadership in Education with Dr. Howell Sep 24, 2024 1739 Hosts Associate Dean, John Curry, and Executive Director of Philanthropy, Tabatha Butler, interview supporters of the College of Education about their careers, philanthropy, and who inspired them. This month they interview Dr. Doug Howell, Superintendent of School District #25
Advocacy for all students Aug 27, 2024 1577 Hosts Associate Dean, John Curry, and Executive Director of Philanthropic Engagement, Tabatha Butler, interview supporters of the College of Education about their careers, philanthropy, and who inspired them. This month they interview Maren Hunter, Clinical Instructor Outdoor Education Program, and Alina Jablonski, a recent graduate of the Outdoor Education Program.
Inspiring Educators welcomes Carly Maloney, ISU Young Alumnus Impact Award winner and Utah Teacher of the Year Apr 30, 2024 1218 Hosts Dean, Jean McGivney-Burelle, and Executive Director of Philanthropic engagement, Tabatha Butler, interview supporters of the College of Education about their careers, philanthropy and who inspired them. This month they interview Mrs. Carly Maloney, Utah’s Teacher of the Year.
Inspiring Educators: Advocacy for all students Mar 26, 2024 1573 Hosts Dean, Jean McGivney-Burelle, and Executive Director of Philanthropic engagement, Tabatha Butler, interview each other on this month’s episode. They ask the same questions posed to our College of Education supporters in other episodes.
Legacy of Education: Ron and Patty's Journey at ISU and Beyond Feb 26, 2024 1525 Hosts Dean, Jean McGivney-Burelle, and Philanthropic Advisor, Tabatha Butler, interview Ron and Patty Bolinger. Both graduated from ISU’s College of Education. They share with us their extensive educational impact in SE Idaho and their love for ISU.
Advocacy for all Students Jan 29, 2024 1243 Hosts Dean, Jean McGivney-Burelle, and Philanthropic Advisor, Tabatha Butler, interview Dr. Joel Bocanegra otherwise known as Dr. B, Chair and Professor for the School Psychology and Educational Leadership Department and Hunter Filer, a current student in the School Psychology program.
Stories of Transition and Purpose: From Broadcasting to Education and Choosing a Path in Sport and Exercise Science at ISU Dec 22, 2023 1857 Hosts Dean Jean McGivney-Burelle and philanthropic advisor Tabatha Butler interview Dr. Caroline Faure otherwise known as Smitty, Chair of Human Performance and Sports Studies and Aisley Allen a sport and exercise science major who is also a student athlete for the ISU women’s soccer team.

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