SUSD Spotlight

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The SUSD Spotlight podcast is Scottsdale Unified School District’s official podcast featuring co-hosts Superintendent Dr. Scott Menzel and Director of Communications & Marketing, Kristine Harrington, interviewing a wide-range of guests. The stories ”spotlighted” showcase the best of the SUSD’s community of students, alumni, parents, staff members, and community partners and exemplify the district’s commitment to engaging all students in word-class, future-focused learning.

  1. Scottsdale Family ArtsFest 2026

    3일 전

    Scottsdale Family ArtsFest 2026

    Creativity, community, and the arts take center stage! This week on the SUSD Spotlight Podcast, we bring you everything you need to know about the Scottsdale Family ArtsFest at the stunning Scottsdale Civic Center on Friday, March 6 and Saturday, March 7. This free, family-friendly weekend is packed with student performances, art experiences, and the Alli Ortega Empty Bowls fundraiser, all in one unforgettable celebration. Joining us are Natalie Marsh, Scottsdale Arts Director of Learning and Innovation, and Michelle Irvin, SUSD’s Coordinator of Fine Arts and Physical Education.

    12분
  2. CTE MONTH: Coding & Software Dev. at Arcadia

    2월 20일

    CTE MONTH: Coding & Software Dev. at Arcadia

    CTE Month continues as we explore the Coding and Software Development program at Arcadia High School with instructor Shelley Alfieri-Brown and student Carter Friedberg.   From designing software and building databases to exploring networking and testing applications like industry professionals, these students are gaining real-world tech skills that go far beyond the basics.

    14분
  3. CTE MONTH: Culinary at Chaparral

    2월 12일

    CTE MONTH: Culinary at Chaparral

    CTE Month continues, and this time we’re stepping into the kitchen at Chaparral High School! Hear from Culinary Arts instructor Jack Trier and students Eden Lariego and Nathan Uretzky as they share how Chaparral’s hands-on CTE program prepares students for Arizona’s thriving hospitality and tourism industry. From foundational culinary skills to industry certifications and dual enrollment college credit, this program turns passion into real-world opportunity.

    24분
  4. CTE MONTH: Nursing at Saguaro

    2월 6일

    CTE MONTH: Nursing at Saguaro

    CTE Month continues as we’re joined by Victoria Pacheco, CTE and Nursing Services Coordinator at Saguaro High School, along with Saguaro senior Ella Matz. Together they give us an inside look at the CTE Nursing Services program at Saguaro High School, a hands-on and immersive pathway that prepares students for real-world health care careers. From industry certifications to clinical experiences and everything in between, Victoria and Ella share how this program opens doors for students and helps shape the next generation of health care professionals.

    12분
  5. CTE MONTH: Finance at Chaparral

    1월 30일

    CTE MONTH: Finance at Chaparral

    CTE Month continues as we shine a spotlight on the Finance CTE program at Chaparral High School. In this episode, we’re joined by teacher Mason Renfer and student Cannon Rierson to explore how the program prepares students to confidently manage their own finances and navigate the business world. From personal finance and investing to economics and the impact of global companies, students build real-world skills in money management, credit, and smart spending. The conversation also highlights how participation in DECA helps students take their learning to the next level through competition and leadership experiences. Tune in to learn how Chaparral’s Finance CTE program is preparing students for success in college, careers, and beyond.

    26분
  6. CTE MONTH: Biotechnology at Saguaro

    1월 23일

    CTE MONTH: Biotechnology at Saguaro

    The latest episode of the SUSD Spotlight podcast is live, and we’re kicking off CTE Month with a spotlight on the Biotechnology CTE program at Saguaro High School. Teacher Liz Bond and student Jacob Smith join us to share what it’s like to learn science through hands-on, real world lab experiences. From DNA extraction and advanced biotech techniques to earning college credit and working toward an industry-recognized credential, this signature program is preparing students for college, careers, and exciting opportunities in a fast growing field.

    19분
  7. SAB: Students Interviewing Students

    1월 16일

    SAB: Students Interviewing Students

    In this student-led edition of the SUSD Spotlight podcast, members of the Student Advisory Board (SAB) share how they serve their school communities, collaborate with district leadership, and help shape the student experience across SUSD.   Hosted by SAB President Fiona Riley, a senior from Saguaro High School, this episode also features President-Elect Matthew Lair, a junior from Desert Mountain High School, and Aashni Sahai, a junior from Saguaro High School.   Tune in for thoughtful conversation, real problem-solving, and powerful student perspectives you won’t want to miss.

    18분
  8. Youth Advocacy for Animals

    1월 9일

    Youth Advocacy for Animals

    In this episode of the SUSD Spotlight Podcast, we’re joined by Scottsdale Online Learning student Jordan Sucato and principal Nick Noonan. Jordan is the founder of Laws for Paws LLC, a youth-led nonprofit that raises awareness about the malpractice and mistreatment of animals nationwide.   Last year, her organization raised $18,000 for animal welfare in Maricopa County. She also authored legislation to ban the sale of animal-tested cosmetics in Arizona, partnering with Senator John Kavanagh and the Animal Defense League to bring the bill to life.   Jordan is also a recipient of PETA’s Hero to Animals Award and was named Student of the Month by the Arizona Board of Education earlier this school year.

    12분
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The SUSD Spotlight podcast is Scottsdale Unified School District’s official podcast featuring co-hosts Superintendent Dr. Scott Menzel and Director of Communications & Marketing, Kristine Harrington, interviewing a wide-range of guests. The stories ”spotlighted” showcase the best of the SUSD’s community of students, alumni, parents, staff members, and community partners and exemplify the district’s commitment to engaging all students in word-class, future-focused learning.

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