A Discussion with Sandra Powell, Graduation Coach at Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy

09/22/20 • 25 min

"In the past, there were a lot of things that students get to do simply because of where they lived. That to me, I think, is probably the most exciting thing about education is that the doors are opening wide for every student."

After spending time in the classroom and as an administrator, Sandra Powell has found the perfect role for her: Graduation Coach. In this interview with Dr. Rob Reynolds, Sandra talks about giving hope to students who are struggling to finish high school. They also talk about the opportunities students have now with the flexibility of online courses and resources.

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A Discussion with Monica Epperson, Director of Academic Enhancement at Oklahoma Wesleyan

"I tell my incoming freshman, when you find what you love, you are going to apply it with your whole heart and soul. But until then, know that you need to keep cranking it out so that you can get to that place, because you want to be ready."

In this interview, Dr. Reynolds talks with Monica Epperson, Director of Academic Enhancement & Assistant Professor of Psychology at Oklahoma Wesleyan University, about the importance of finding a fit in your college experience. They also discuss OKWU Prep, a new program launching later this fall, to help high school students save money on their college credit and better understand what it's like to be an OKWU student.

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"We're teaching parents the rules of a game they didn't even know they were playing."

Families Empowered, a non-profit organization in Texas, helps families understand all the different educational options so they can make the best decision for their students. In this conversation, Dr. Rob Reynolds talks with Zulean Cruz-Diaz and Ayla Dehghanpoor of Families Empowered about how the work they do and the conversations they have with families have changed in light of COVID-19.