ConnectED

Tomball ISD

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.

  1. Hope Squad

    MAR 4

    Hope Squad

    Hope Squad highlights the importance of connection, peer support, and mental health awareness in school communities. Dr. Z is joined by three student leaders who share their insight into being a Hope Squad leader on campus. Sponsored by Next Level Urgent Care

    22 min
  2. Leaders of Tomball

    JAN 14

    Leaders of Tomball

    Tomball is a special place. Hear from the community leaders who shape and serve Tomball — Mayor Lori Klein Quinn, Chamber President Bruce Hillegeist, and City Manager David Esquivel as they join in conversation with Dr. Z. Together, they discuss leadership, service, and the collaborative spirit that continues to strengthen the Tomball community. Sponsored by Colleen Pye.

    30 min
  3. School Finance

    11/10/2025

    School Finance

    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.

    21 min
  4. P-TECH in Tomball ISD

    09/30/2025

    P-TECH in Tomball ISD

    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.

    14 min
  5. Serving as a Trustee in Tomball ISD

    05/14/2025

    Serving as a Trustee in Tomball ISD

    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.

    22 min
  6. Opening a New School in Tomball ISD

    10/30/2024

    Opening a New School in Tomball ISD

    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.

    22 min
  7. Great Expectaions (GE) in Tomball ISD

    09/07/2024

    Great Expectaions (GE) in Tomball ISD

    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.

    23 min
  8. Teachers in Tomball ISD

    04/05/2024

    Teachers in Tomball ISD

    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.

    33 min
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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.

Information

  • Creator
    Tomball ISD
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    26
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    Copyright © 2025 Tomball Independent School District
  • Show Website
    ConnectED