ConnectED

ConnectED

ConnectED Podcast with Dr. Z features special guests in a monthly episode that provides valuable insight into Tomball ISD and how it's defining excellence in education and connecting with the community.

Episodes

School Finance

March 3, 2026 • 21 mins
Award-winning fiscal management doesn’t happen by accident. Dr. Z sits down with the TISD Finance Team to break down school funding, budgeting, transparency, and what it takes to keep our schools strong, growing, and financially sound. Sponsored by Eve Kneller Real Estate Group.
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P-TECH in Tomball ISD

March 3, 2026 • 13 mins
P-TECH opportunities are growing in Tomball ISD, and offering an incredible option for one's educational journey. Dr. Z, joined by three individuals Dr. Michael Webb, Karla Sandoval and Bob Thompson, discuss the many benefits and value of a P-TECH and how it lends itself to supporting career exploration and work-based learning opportunities for our students.
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Serving as a Trustee in Tomball ISD

March 3, 2026 • 21 mins
Three dedicated individuals in Dr. Michael Pratt, Mark Lewandowski and John McStravick, who represent 62 years of combined service on the Tomball ISD School Board, joined Dr. Z to reflect on their time as Board Members, and what makes Tomball ISD the connected community that it is today.
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Opening a New School in Tomball ISD

March 3, 2026 • 22 mins
Opening a New School in Tomball ISD is no easy feat but three Principals in Dr. Kim McKinney (GLJHS), Dr. Jessica Perez (EEA) and Mr. Chad Schmidt (WEST) have made the transition look seamless and are now sharing their thoughts and insight with Dr. Z on the latest episode of ConnectED.
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Great Expectations (GE) in Tomball ISD

March 3, 2026 • 23 mins
Great Expectations (GE) in Tomball ISD promotes a climate of mutual respect and academic excellence. Dr. Z was joined by teachers Laura Lagos and Stephanie Ryan and Assistant Superintendent of Strategic Innovation Dr. Lee Wright to discuss creating an intentional focus to embrace GE as a culture instead of a program.
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Teachers in Tomball ISD

March 3, 2026 • 32 mins
Tomball ISD teachers continue to create a dynamic education environment for their students and Dr. Z was fortunate to have three leading educators in Amber Hess, Emily Adams and Cindy Hearn join her in a conversation about teaching, why they chose education and Tomball ISD, and reflect on the impact they have made on students' lives over the years.
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Superintendent Student Ambassadors

March 3, 2026 • 14 mins
Tomball ISD is fortunate to have strong student leaders that provide a voice for their campus as Superintendent Student Ambassadors. Students from THS, TMHS, and Tomball Star Academy join Dr. Z in a conversation about school, their interests and future plans along with the importance of having a student voice.
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Two-Way Dual Language

March 3, 2026 • 15 mins
In an effort to expand student opportunities, the Tomball ISD Two-Way Dual Language Program is successfully developing a bilingual and biliterate foundation for students at the elementary school level. Dr. Z welcomes TWDL parents Blaire Koehl and Ely Borrero-Messer in a discussion about their child's experience at RES and the benefits of a dual language program.
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Fine Arts in Tomball ISD

March 3, 2026 • 14 mins
Fine Arts in Tomball ISD offers endless opportunities for students to excel in what they are passionate about. TISD Director of Fine Arts JD Janda, TMHS Band Director Andy Easton, and CPJHS art teacher Jodi Lea join Dr. Z to chat about what makes being in Fine Arts so special.
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Balancing Academics and Athletics at a High Level

March 3, 2026 • 14 mins
Tomball High School Football garnered state-wide recognition following a historic playoff run all while maintaining high academic standards. Senior student-athletes Cale Hellums, Patrick Mologne and Tyler Lee chat with Dr. Z about what it takes to compete and perform at a high level on the football field and in the classroom.
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Athletics and Fine Arts Success in Tomball ISD

March 3, 2026 • 15 mins
Athletics and Fine Arts in Tomball ISD continue to experience extraordinary success, high participation numbers and are providing our students with endless opportunities during their school experience. Tomball ISD Director of Athletics Vince Sebo and Director of Fine Arts JD Janda joined Dr. Z in a chat about all things Athletics and Fine Arts.
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Personalized Learning in Tomball ISD

March 3, 2026 • 13 mins
Tomball ISD continues to focus on high-quality instruction with a personalized approach. Asst. Superintendent of Student Support Dr. Michael Webb, Asst. Superintendent of Elem. Schools Dr. George Flores and Director of Human Talent Juan Santos join Dr. Z in a discussion about personalized learning in Tomball ISD.
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Tomball Star Academy Success + Graduating First-Ever Class

March 3, 2026 • 14 mins
Tomball Star Academy, Tomball ISD's early college high school, is in year four and will look to graduate its first-ever class in May 2021. Former Principal Kim McKinney and current Principal Dr. Kelly Marchiando joined Dr. Z to discuss how TSA has evolved, its success, and why students are benefiting from this learning environment.
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Two-Way Dual Language Academy Thriving in Second Year

March 3, 2026 • 14 mins
Tomball ISD serves as a premier district of choice expanding student opportunities to develop a bilingual and biliterate foundation in elementary school through its Two-Way Dual Language program. Rosehill Elementary Assistant Principal Paloma Moreno and Director of Multilingual Programs Jessica Perez joined Dr. Z to discuss the success of the TWDL program in its second year.
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TVS Teachers Discuss Teaching in a Virtual Environment

March 3, 2026 • 15 mins
Tomball ISD teachers Sarah Broughton (OIS) and Gabby Avellaneda (TCES) joined Dr. Z on ConnectED to discuss what it's been like as educators teaching in a virtual environment, all while remaining actively engaged and upbeat during these challenging times in education.
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Student Ambassadors

March 3, 2026 • 14 mins
Tomball ISD is fortunate to have strong student leaders that provide a voice for their campus as Superintendent Student Ambassadors. Students from THS and TMHS join Dr. Z in a conversation about school, their interests and future plans along with the importance of having a student voice. Sponsored by HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball.
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Canyon Pointe PLC Model School

March 3, 2026 • 14 mins
Canyon Pointe's intentional focus on the PLC process landed them the distinction and high honor of a PLC Model School, the first in Tomball ISD. Dr. Z was joined by CPES Principal Barb Coleman and ESL teacher Renee Tristan as they reflected on their PLC journey. Sponsored by Office Depot – Tomball.
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Social Emotional Learning featuring Dr. Michael Webb

March 3, 2026 • 14 mins
Tomball ISD is leading the way in Social Emotional Learning and Assistant Superintendent of Student Support Dr. Michael Webb talks with Dr. Z about the many programs the district has implemented to support students and staff. Sponsored by Telge Roofing.
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Human Talent featuring Jeff McCanna

March 3, 2026 • 15 mins
The Human Talent department in Tomball ISD is a critical piece to its success. Chief of Human Talent Jeff McCanna joins Superintendent Dr. Martha Salazar-Zamora to talk about how important supporting teachers and celebrating success is in the district. Sponsored by K Hovnanian Homes.
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Return to Excellence: A Safe Return to School

March 3, 2026 • 18 mins
Tomball ISD is looking forward to the start of the 2020-2021 school year and welcoming back our students safely to schools. Dr. Z is joined by Chief Operating Officer Dr. Steven Gutierrez and Director of Health Services Cathy Pool as they discuss Tomball ISD's Return to Excellence plan and remind families of what to expect as the school year draws closer.
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