The Natomas Unified Podcast Channel

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A podcast channel that focuses on topics intended to help parents and students of the Natomas Unified School District.

  1. 05/05/2025

    The Stories We Weave with Abhishek and Anshika

    In this episode of The Stories We Weave, we meet Abhishek and Anshika. The two NUSD students share their cultures, family traditions, cuisine, and more.    NUSD is grateful to have shared stories from students of all backgrounds during this inclusive series. If you missed an episode from this past school year or you would like to take a look at some of our other videos and podcasts, visit: https://www.natomasunified.org/community/nusd-newsroom-hub

    6 min

  2. 02/05/2025

    The Stories We Weave with Krystal King and Lena

    Each February, we celebrate National African American/ Black History month. Listen to our latest “The Stories We Weave” episode where we interview Krystal King; an NUSD parent; and her daughter Lena; a student of Inderkum High School.  The mother and daughter share the importance of quality family time, how they came to be a part of the Natomas community, and the importance of food and song during family celebrations.

    10 min

  3. 01/15/2025

    Community Schools Offer Holistic Approach to Student Success

    Jefferson School and Natomas High School are community schools! Learn how educators are working to remove barriers to help scholars along the path to success in this latest episode of the “Conversations with NUSD” podcast.  The schools are two examples of how NUSD takes a holistic approach to provide students and NUSD families with resources, working to improve student outcomes by focusing on physical, emotional, and the social emotional needs of students. Visit their websites for more information: Jefferson School, Natomas High School.

    9 min

  4. 11/22/2024

    Our Intentional Efforts to Remove Barriers for Unhoused Families

    During National Unhoused Youth Awareness Month, we would like to highlight some of the intentional resources we offer families and students experiencing homelessness. In this “Conversations with NUSD” podcast, Shayla Allen (NUSD’s Social Worker Liaison), gives some examples of our efforts to remove barriers for our unhoused families and students, and our foster students. Join the conversation.

    10 min

  5. 11/01/2024

    The Stories We Weave with IHS Sikh Honors and Service Society

    Members of Inderkum High School’s Sikh Honors and Service Society talk about their culture in this episode. Students Sharnjeet and Suhana, along with Mandeep Singh, of the Jakarta Movement; share the values they hold, the importance of gurdwaras, and helping out communities in need.

    7 min

  6. 11/01/2024

    The Stories We Weave with Jennifer Rustin and Nevaeh

    Jennifer Rustin; an NUSD staff member, parent, and a member of the White River Apaches of Arizona; and her daughter Nevaeh; a student of Leroy Greene Academy celebrate their culture in this episode. Rustin shares the importance of sharing her culture with her family by making regular visits to Arizona, participating in cultural traditions such as a “Sunrise Dance,” which is a coming-of-age celebration for a young woman.

    5 min

  7. 10/04/2024

    The Stories We Weave with The Farnias Family

    Happy Filipino American History Month! One of the ways we are celebrating is by sharing the Farinias family story. Watch or listen to the podcast. Joseph Farinias' grandpa served in the U.S. Army's 1st Filipino Infantry Regiment during World War II, and he shares that story and more with his two children, Mila and Joseph (Witter Ranch Elementary students).

    4 min

  8. 09/16/2024

    The Stories We Weave with The Bojorquez Family

    Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month! Listen and/or watch our video podcast “The Stories We Weave” with The Bojorquez Family. In this podcast, Ivonne Bojorquez talks about her Mexican and Cuban heritage with two of her sons, Victor and Carlos (Leroy Greene Academy students).  If you’d like to be featured in this series, please fill out this form.

    7 min
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