Perspectives with Dr. Ward - Willoughby-Eastlake City Schools
Welcome to Perspectives with Willoughby-Eastlake City Schools Superintendent Dr. Patrick Ward. On this podcast we sit down for honest conversations about education, where we are, where we’re going, and how we support every student’s learning journey as well as the educators leading the way. Each episode brings a new voice and a new perspective on student-centered learning, innovation, opportunity, and what it truly means to prepare students for life beyond the classroom. The Willoughby-Eastlake City Schools District is leading the way in preparing students for a successful future with innovative, personalized, and high-quality educational experiences. Located in Northeast Ohio, the district serves 6,500 students on thirteen campuses. Representing seven vibrant Lake County communities, the district is committed to ensuring that every student is future-ready, whether their path leads to college, a career, military service, or another post-graduation opportunity. Willoughby-Eastlake is more than just a school district, it’s a community dedicated to helping every student grow, achieve, and lead with purpose. Website: www.weschools.org Facebook: Willoughby Eastlake Schools Instagram: @WilloughbyEastlakeCitySchools X: @WESchools Youtube: @WESchools
Episodes
In this episode, Superintendent Dr. Patrick Ward and Treasurer Nicholas Ciarniello discuss the proposed earned income tax. Interviewed by Thomas Jefferson Principal Candace Platt, Ward and Ciarniello explain the ballot initiative, why the funds are needed, and what happens if the levy passes or fails.
For more information on the proposed levy, go to weschools.org/futurereadyfinances
From the football field to the roar in the halls, dedicated adults work every day to help students reach their potential. Officer Buck and Coach Matt McCue join Dr. Ward to unpack their distinct roles in safety, coaching, and guidance, illustrating how adult support empowers students both in and out of the classroom.
What does it actually take to thrive during the leap from high school to university?
Making the transition to college is one of the most exciting milestones in a student’s life, but it’s also a journey filled with massive changes, uncertainty, and unanswered questions.
In this episode of Perspectives, Dr. Ward sits down with two incredible local graduates to look at this major life transition from both sides of the fence.
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Two schools, two juniors, and one honest conversation about high school life and preparing for senior year and life after graduation. In this episode, Dr. Ward sits down with Eastlake North’s Drew Dingeldein and Willoughby South’s Maddie Crook. Together, they’re opening up about the people and the moments that shaped them, the teachers who impacted their journey and the extracurriculars where they found a re...
In this episode, Dr. Ward is joined by Willoughby Middle School Principal Mr. Jim Greene and child psychiatrist Dr. Molly McVoy for a thoughtful conversation about the middle school years. Together, they discuss adolescent development, the importance of connection, and how the teaming model helps students feel seen, supported, and prepared for success.
Jim Greene is the Principal of Willoughby Middle School, bringing 2...
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Ethics Researcher Rebecca Bultsma lives in the messy space between AI hype and AI reality, helping education leaders cut through the chaos and noise to find what actually works for students and educators.
As an AI ethics researcher at the University of Edinburgh with a focus on K-12 ethical implementation, Rebecca is dangerously good at AI but appropriately worried about its risks - making her the ideal ...
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