From Test Takers to Change Makers
Nowadays, the traditional path to education is being questioned more than ever and there are numerous stories that provide a beacon of hope for those considering alternative routes. As the number of adults without a high school diploma reaches nearly 22 million in the United States, the importance of understanding and embracing non-traditional education…
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Re-Skilled GED Learners: The Future of Corporate America
This episode of Education Unplugged explores the transformative power of upskilling and the role re-skilled GED learners can play in the technology sector are explored. With a growing trend towards skills-based hiring, the tech industry is opening doors to non-traditional education paths, like the GED, leading to lucrative careers. Host Vicki Greene, the CEO…
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GED Graduate to Tech Apprentice
Education and technology are becoming increasingly intertwined in this changing world. The GED is nothing short of this and has opened doors of opportunities for many of GED graduates, such as Rogelio Conde, a recent GED holder and tech apprentice. Conde’s journey encapsulates this synergy, highlighting the importance of accessible education and the transformative…
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What to Do When Your Career Feels Stuck: Invest in Yourself, Stay Intentional, and Build the Right Network
Work doesn’t feel the way it used to. Between new tech, changing expectations, and the constant pressure to keep up, a lot of people—even those who look successful on paper—are quietly wondering what’s next. In fact, recent workforce studies suggest a large share of employees feel disengaged or uncertain about their next move, despite…
How Rural Schools Are Redefining School Safety Through Relationships and Proactive Systems
On Principles of Change, a podcast by Raptor Technologies, host Dr. Amy Grosso sits down with Dr. Miguel Salazar, principal of Sundown Middle School in Sundown, Texas, to explore how one rural district is redefining school safety through culture, systems, and human connection. Together, they unpack how proactive frameworks, community values, and intentional relationship-building can…
Understanding Raptor StudentSafe
In this episode of School Safety Today, host Dr. Amy Grosso speaks with Chris Noell, Chief Product Officer at Raptor Technologies, and Will Durgin, Director of Student Well-Being, about the vision behind StudentSafe and how it helps schools move from reactive responses to proactive student support. Together, they emphasize that safer schools depend on giving staff…
Going Slow to Go Fast in School Safety Leadership
In this episode of the Principles of Change podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies, host Dr. Amy Grosso talks with Tim Dykes, Assistant Principal for Culture and Climate at York Community High School in Elmhurst, Illinois. The conversation highlights how strong relationships, student voice, and steady long-term leadership can help schools build environments where people feel…
