Podcasts
Our podcast series bring together voices from education, wellness, and transition services to explore what it takes for students and school communities to thrive during school and beyond. Through expert interviews, practitioner insights, and real-world stories, each podcast shares practical tools and innovative practices that support students, families, and educators at every stage.
Explore our podcasts below.
Bright Spots in Education
Welcome to the Bright Spots Podcast, where The El Dorado Charter SELPA gives a microphone to content experts and practitioners doing timely and innovative work to support students across the state of California and beyond. In each episode, Program Specialist Jeremiah Whitten and Program Coordinator Moises Buhain interview an expert from the field of education and staff members from a district/LEA implementing a promising practice.
Pathways to Independence: A Transition Podcast
Hosted by experts in the field, each episode explores the skills, supports, and systems that help young people move from school-based services into adult life with confidence and purpose.
Through honest conversations, expert interviews, and real-life stories, we tackle topics like:
- Building soft skills for employment and independence
- Self-advocacy and student-led planning
- Navigating transition meetings and IEP development
- Understanding postsecondary pathways (college, work, and more)
- Accessing adult services and community supports
- Getting the most out of college disability resources
- Supporting families after high school ends
Whether you're a parent preparing for your child’s next step, an educator building better IEPs, or a student wondering what comes next, this podcast is your launch pad.
Resilient Roots: School Wellness
Resilient Roots envisions a future where every school community thrives with holistic wellness. By amplifying the voices of educators, experts, and change-makers, our podcast sheds light on crucial topics such as teacher wellness and retention, combating chronic absenteeism, and fostering social-emotional learning. We aim to inspire and equip schools with the tools and insights needed to cultivate resilient, supportive, and thriving environments for both educators and students. Together, we will nurture the roots of wellness and grow a stronger, more vibrant educational landscape.