The NFHS Podcast

National Federation of State High School Associations
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Welcome to the official podcast of the NFHS! This podcast aims to provide insight, education, and resources to everyone involved in the high school activities setting. Listen as individuals from the NFHS and around the world share their stories and wisdom about topics like performing arts, women's leadership, and more! 

  1. The Importance of Humanizing Your Sports Officials with Brenda Hilton - She's Got Something to Say

    11/14/2025

    The Importance of Humanizing Your Sports Officials with Brenda Hilton - She's Got Something to Say

    Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports, Jessie Benner as she speaks with Brenda Hilton, founder of Officially Human and current Big10 Senior Director of Officiating. Hilton highlights the importance of humanizing sports officials and describes what has motivated her throughout her career. Subscribe and share this episode! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn!https://www.nfhs.org/Know someone who would be a great guest? Email: jbenner@nfhs.org

    24 min
  2. Growing the Game: Leadership in Adapted Sports with Dr. Jenny Millward - She's Got Something to Say

    09/04/2025

    Growing the Game: Leadership in Adapted Sports with Dr. Jenny Millward - She's Got Something to Say

    Join Jessie Benner, NFHS Coordinator of Sports, for an engaging conversation with Dr. Jenny Millward, the Executive Director of the American Association of AdaptED Sports Programs. In this episode, Dr. Millward shares her passion for creating inclusive athletic opportunities and the critical role advocacy plays in the growth of adapted sports. She also reflects on her leadership journey and how individuals can make an impact in this space. Subscribe and share this episode! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn!https://www.nfhs.org/Know someone who would be a great guest? Email: jbenner@nfhs.org

    18 min
  3. Creating Transformative Practices and Experiences in Music Education with Anne Fennell - She's Got Something to Say

    03/03/2025

    Creating Transformative Practices and Experiences in Music Education with Anne Fennell - She's Got Something to Say

    Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports, Alyssa Decosse as she speaks with Anne Fennell, the President of the California Music Educators Association and the K-12 Music Program Manager for the San Diego Unified School District. Fennell highlights the transformative nature of music education and advocacy, and the impact these practices have on a school community. Subscribe and share this episode! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn!https://www.nfhs.org/Know someone who would be a great guest? Email: jbenner@nfhs.org

    28 min
  4. Creating a community of support for female officials with MK McGee - She's Got Something to Say

    11/19/2024

    Creating a community of support for female officials with MK McGee - She's Got Something to Say

    Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports, Jessie Benner as she speaks with MK McGee, a Nebraska high school basketball official and creator of “Her Call.” McGee highlights ways officials can educate and motivate one another and the importance of creating a community of support for female sports officials. Subscribe and share this episode! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn!https://www.nfhs.org/Know someone who would be a great guest? Email: jbenner@nfhs.orgSubscribe and share this episode! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn!https://www.nfhs.org/Know someone who would be a great guest? Email: jbenner@nfhs.org

    23 min
  5. From Good to Great in Debate Education with Director of Debate at Woodward Academy (GA) Maggie Berthiaume

    05/14/2024

    From Good to Great in Debate Education with Director of Debate at Woodward Academy (GA) Maggie Berthiaume

    Maggie Berthiaume is the Director of Debate at Woodward Academy in Georgia. She is a past recipient of the National Debate Coaches' Association Educator of the Year Award and the Georgia Forensic Coaches' Association Debate Coach of the Year Award. She has been on the NDCA and GFCA Executive Board and was a member of the editorial board of Contemporary Argumentation & Debate. As someone that has excelled as a debater herself and now teaching debate in Georgia, Maggie brings an excellent perspective on many things within the education landscape. Listen to this conversation as we discuss:  What inspired Maggie to pursue a career in debate educationHow her teaching leads to connections with every student that comes in her classroomWhat sets a good debater apart from a great debaterHer opinion on how to increase participation in speech and debate programs

    15 min
  6. Meeting Bands Where They Are with USBands Executive Director Sean King

    04/16/2024

    Meeting Bands Where They Are with USBands Executive Director Sean King

    Sean King is the Executive Director of USBands and has been a member of the USBands team for 27 years. Since 2020, he has overseen the transition of the organization from one parent non-profit to a program offering of BD Performing Arts, a non-profit organization based in Concord, CA.  Sean has been responsible for aligning organizational and operational cultures as well as the team building, strategy and communications for the largest scholastic music organization in the United States consisting of nearly 200 events in 20 states in excess of 700 participating schools and overall attendance of 300,000 individuals annually. He is a former Director of Marketing and Communications, a founder of an advertising agency, and someone who continuously empowers arts across the nation. As the NFHS is welcoming USBands as an official corporate partner of the NFHS and a founding corporate partner of NFHS Performing Arts, listen as we discuss:  Why people should care about bands across AmericaThe mission of USBandsEnsuring inclusivity and support for diverse groups within the organizationMessaging given to educators and students alike when adjudication is successfulWays in which USBands collaborates with schools, directors, and other organizations to further music education and performance

    31 min
  7. Amy Perras: District Arts Administrator, Former Music Educator, and Disney Fanatic

    03/26/2024

    Amy Perras: District Arts Administrator, Former Music Educator, and Disney Fanatic

    Amy Perras is the Instructional Supervisor for Music, Art, and Library Media for Milford Public Schools in Connecticut, a role she took on after spending 14 years teaching PK-12 instrumental, choral, and general music.  In addition to her work in Milford, Amy is the President of the Connecticut Arts Administrators Association and the NFHS Music Advisory Committee Chair.  As we get to learn from Amy about her background in music and music education, listen while we discuss:  Her lifelong intrigue with DisneyThe role of a district arts administrator and why it’s such an important roleHow her background in education has assisted her in her current roleThe main goals she has as the chair of the NFHS Music CommitteeWhy support systems are crucial for success

    29 min
  8. Encouraging Support of Female Athletics- She's Got Something to Say

    03/08/2024

    Encouraging Support of Female Athletics- She's Got Something to Say

    Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports, Jessie Benner as she speaks with Becky Moran, NIAAA Associate Executive Director on the importance of encouraging support of female athletics. Moran explains what it means to her to be a woman in sports and how we can create a positive narrative around female sports and activities. Subscribe and share this episode! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn!https://www.nfhs.org/Know someone who would be a great guest? Email: kburke@nfhs.org

    24 min
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Welcome to the official podcast of the NFHS! This podcast aims to provide insight, education, and resources to everyone involved in the high school activities setting. Listen as individuals from the NFHS and around the world share their stories and wisdom about topics like performing arts, women's leadership, and more! 

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  • Creator
    National Federation of State High School Associations
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    68
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 The NFHS Podcast
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