"Let's Talk Schools!" with Dr. Mike Looney
Season 1 (2021-22)
Join FCS Superintendent Mike Looney as he interviews school and administrative staff, students, teachers, and program directors about ALL the exciting things happening in our district. Get the inside scoop and go behind the scenes to learn about the policies and programs that could positively impact your student's success. Tune in as we discuss our challenges and celebrate our collective accomplishments on "Let's Talk Schools!"
Let's Talk Schools! Episode 1: Julia Bernath & Kimberly Dove
Posted on 02/16/2022
In this inaugural episode of our new weekly series, Superintendent Mike Looney speaks with Fulton County Schools Board President Julia Bernath (District 7) and Vice President Kimberly Dove (District 6).
Let's Talk Schools! Episode 2: Cliff Jones & Dr. Gyimah Whitaker
Posted 2/23/2022
In this week's episode, Superintendent Mike Looney speaks with FCS Chief Academic Officer Cliff Jones and Deputy Chief Dr. Gyimah Whitaker about State Testing in Fulton County Schools.
Let’s Talk Schools! Episode 3: - Dr. Ryan Moore and Gina Foster
Posted 2/23/2022
In this week's episode, Superintendent Mike Looney speaks with Executive Director of Strategy & Governance Dr. Ryan Moore and School Governance Analyst Gina Foster about the importance of our individual School Governance Councils.
Let’s Talk Schools! - Episode 4: Ron Wade
Posted 3/9/2022
In Episode 4 of "Let's Talk Schools!", Fulton County Schools Superintendent Mike Looney interviews Chief Talent Officer Ron Wade.
Let's Talk Schools! - Episode 5: Marvin Dereef
Posted 3/16/2022
In Episode 5 of "Let's Talk Schools!", Dr. Mike Looney interviews Chief Financial Officer Marvin Dereef.
Let's Talk Schools! - Episode 6: Yngrid Huff
Posted 3/23/2022
In Episode 6 of "Let's Talk Schools!", Dr. Mike Looney interviews Yngrid Huff, Executive Director of Operational Planning.
Let’s Talk Schools! - Episode 7: Dr. Emily Bell
Posted 3/30/2022
In Episode 7 of "Let's Talk Schools!", Dr. Mike Looney interviews Dr. Emily Bell, Chief Technology Officer.
Let’s Talk Schools! - Episode 8: Montreal Bell
Posted 4/13/2022
In Episode 8 of "Let's Talk Schools!", Dr. Mike Looney interviews Montreal Bell, Director of Federal Programs.
Let’s Talk Schools! - Episode 9: Vickie Cross
Posted 4/20/2022
In Episode 9 of "Let's Talk Schools!", Dr. Mike Looney interviews Vickie Cross, Executive Director of Transportation.
Let’s Talk Schools! - Episode 10: Yalanda Bell
Posted 4/27/2022
In Episode 10 of "Let's Talk Schools!", Dr. Mike Looney interviews Yalanda Bell, Executive Director of Academic Programs.
Let’s Talk Schools! - Episode 11: Anthony Newbold & Tim Duncan
Posted 5/4/2022
In Episode 11 of "Let's Talk Schools!", Dr. Mike Looney interviews Global Impact Academy Principal Anthony Newbold and Innovation Academy Principal Tim Duncan.
Let's Talk Schools! - Episode 12: Dr. Christopher Matthews
Posted 5/11/2022
In Episode 12 of "Let's Talk Schools!", Dr. Mike Looney interviews Dr. Christopher Matthews, Assistant Superintendent of Student Services.