Our Kids. Our Future. An interview with Matt Jensen, Superintendent Kalispell Public Schools

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Join us for an enlightening conversation with Matt Jensen, the new superintendent of Kalispell Public Schools, as he shares his vision for the district. You'll discover how Matt's focus on personalized competency-based education aims to empower students and enhance learning outcomes. Despite grappling with budget issues and the complexities of school funding, his enthusiasm for the progress being made and the commitment of the staff shines through.
Curious about how rising housing costs are affecting local school-age populations and educational models? We bring you insights from the long-range facility planning study, revealing demographic projections and school growth trends in the Flathead Valley. Hear about the innovative approaches of Pace Academy and Rising Wolf Charter schools, which offer flexible scheduling and work-based learning opportunities tailored for students who don't fit the traditional mold. With new apartment complexes on the horizon, we discuss the potential impacts and how families can get involved in exploring these alternative education options.
The high cost of living poses significant challenges for both educators and the broader community in the Flathead Valley. Matt emphasizes the urgent need to improve teacher salaries and benefits to attract and retain quality educators. We dive into the critical role community support plays in school funding and the importance of effective communication about funding mechanisms like levies and bonds. Through personal anecdotes and an exciting initiative involving community visits to schools, we highlight the vital need for community engagement to ensure sustainable educational funding. Tune in to this engaging episode for a comprehensive overview of the future of Kalispell Public Schools and the collaborative efforts needed to support it.

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1. Our Kids. Our Future. An interview with Matt Jensen, Superintendent Kalispell Public Schools (00:00:00)

2. Top 5 priorities (00:02:38)

3. Enrollment (00:08:45)

4. Public charter schools – Pace Academy and Rising Wolf (00:11:23)

5. Internships, work-based learning (00:15:37)

6. School finance, levies (00:22:19)

7. Inspiring careers in education (00:28:19)

8. How to support district heading into legislative session (00:34:23)

9. Community visits (00:37:23)