Season Three
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 gobehind the scenes to learn about the policies and programs that could positively impactyour student's success. Tune in as we discuss our challenges and celebrate our collective accomplishments on "Let's Talk Schools!"
Our Featured Episode
"Let's Talk Schools!" - Literacy Leaders
Season 3, Episode 19
In episode nineteen, Superintendent Mike Looney announces twenty-two FCS elementary schools were recently recognized by the Georgia Department of Education as "Literacy Leaders" - the most in the state! Dr. Looney and his guests - Elementary School Improvement Coaches Amy Long and Deshunta Adams - explore why we deserve this honor and the steps we are taking to transform education.
All Season 3 Episodes
"Let's Talk Schools!" - Athletics
Season 3, Episode 1
In the first episode of our third season, Superintendent Mike Looney speaks withLamarr Glenn, Director of Athletics, regarding everything you need to know about sports in Fulton County Schools.
Season 3, Episode 2
In episode two, Superintendent Mike Looney speaks with Lt. Angela Washington and Police Chief Mark Sulborski, about our outreach and mentorship programs, plus all the positive ways the FCS Police Department interacts with our community.
"Let's Talk Schools!" - Promise Career Institute
Season 3, Episode 3
In episode three, Superintendent Mike Looney speaks with Dr. Jason Stamper, principal of The Promise Career Institute, about our innovative new school that is helping student find high-paying careers after high school without following the traditional path through college.
"Let's Talk Schools!" - Virtual Learning
Season 3, Episode 4
In episode four, Superintendent Mike Looney speaks with Lisa Pizzuto, Virtual Programs Coordinator, and Neil Lothe, a student enrolled in Fulton Virtual, about why a virtual learning option may be the best fit for some students.
"Let's Talk Schools!" - Intervention Services
Season 3, Episode 5
In episode five, Superintendent Mike Looney speaks with Iris Im, Coordinator of Intervention Services, and Bryan Bernal, a student at Riverwood High School, about the huge effect your student's mental, social, and emotional health has on learning. Find out about our district's award-winning student support services.
"Let's Talk Schools!" - Family Engagement
Season 3, Episode 6
In episode six, Superintendent Mike Looney speaks with Rebecca Goddard, Coordinator of Federal Programs, about "Family Engagement" and the many ways parents can partner with the district to help support their student's success.
"Let's Talk Schools!" - Dual Enrollment
Season 3, Episode 7
In episode seven, Superintendent Mike Looney speaks with Shamona Harrell, Director of College, Career & Student Supports, and Chattahoochee High School Senior, Kennedy Bailey, about how FCS students are getting a head start on college through our Dual Enrollment program.
Season 3, Episode 8
In episode eight, Superintendent Mike Looney speaks with Elizabeth M. Eppes, K-12 Visual Arts and Performing Arts Coordinator, and Chattahoochee High School Senior, Vivian Zhou, about our award-winning FCS arts programs.
"Let's Talk Schools!" - REACH Scholarship Program
Season 3, Episode 9
In episode nine, Superintendent Mike Looney speaks with Scott Farr, K-8 School Counseling Coordinator, and Hopewell Middle School 8th Grader, Farrah Brown, about our successful REACH Scholarship Program which provides promising students with the support to graduate high school and achieve post-secondary success.
"Let's Talk Schools!" - Communications
Season 3, Episode 10
In episode ten, Superintendent Mike Looney speaks with Brian Noyes, Chief Communications Officer, about the many platforms and tools we use at Fulton County Schools to keep in touch with our parents, students, staff, and community.
"Let's Talk Schools!" - Bridge To Success
Season 3, Episode 11
In episode eleven, Superintendent Mike Looney speaks with Montreal Bell, Director of Federal Programs, and Brannon Gaskins, Chief Academic Officer, about our innovative Bridge To Success program that has helped FCS navigate through the COVID and Post-COVID era, moving us closer to our goal of transformational change.
"Let's Talk Schools!" - Performing Arts
Season 3, Episode 12
In episode twelve, Superintendent Mike Looney speaks withMatthew Koperniak, Coordinator of Performing Arts, and Westlake High School senior, Winston Brown, about our showstopping performing arts programs and our talented students that entertain us in band, chorus, orchestra, theater and dance.
"Let's Talk Schools!" - JROTC
Season 3, Episode 13
In episode thirteen, Superintendent Mike Looney speaks with LTC Titus Brown, Director of Army Instruction, and North Springs High School senior, Cadet Major Laylah Frazier, about the U.S. Army's Junior Reserve Officer Training Corp (JROTC) - one of the world's largest character development and citizenship programs for youth. See why JROTC may be a good fit for your student.
"Let's Talk Schools!" - Teen Mental Health (opens in new window/tab)
Season 3, Episode 14
In episode fourteen, Superintendent Mike Looney speaks with Stephanie Schuette, Social Emotional Support Social Worker, and Mercedez Jackson, Coordinator of Social Work Services, about teen mental health and how it impacts our students.
"Let's Talk Schools!" - High Dosage Tutoring
Season 3, Episode 15
In episode fifteen, Superintendent Mike Looney speaks with Yasmine McKenzie, Coordinator of Innovative Curriculum and Instruction, and Westlake High School SeniorGabrielle Foster about how High Dosage Tutoring can double the amount of learning students typically gain during one academic year.
"Let's Talk Schools!" - Summer Learning
Season 3. Episode 16
In episode sixteen, Superintendent Mike Looney speaks withLisa Pizzuto, Coordinator of Virtual Learning, and Yalanada Bell, Executive Director of Academic Programs, about summer learning opportunities including our new, full-day elementary program, exciting enrichment classes, and plenty of ways for students to catch up or accelerate in their studies.
"Let's Talk Schools!" - The Future of A.I. in Education
Season 3, Episode 17
In episode seventeen, Superintendent Mike Looney hosts a special panel discussion about the "Future of A.I. in Education." This show was originally streamed live on March 11, 2024, on the FCS-TV YouTube channel. Guests include Heather Van Looy, Directory of Instructional Technology, Dr. Cherisse Campbell, Zone 1 Superintendent, and Scott Kent, Principal of FCS Innovation Academy.
"Let's Talk Schools!" - 2025 Budget Process
Season 3, Episode 18
In episode eighteen, Superintendent Mike Looney discusses the budget proceedings for 2025 with the experts who ensure that the district remains fiscally responsible throughout the process. Guests include Marvin Dereef, Chief Financial Officer and Tracy Watson, Executive Director of Budget Services.
"Let's Talk Schools!" - Literacy Leaders
Season 3, Episode 19
In episode nineteen, Superintendent Mike Looney announces twenty-two FCS elementary schools were recently recognized by the Georgia Department of Education as "Literacy Leaders" - the most in the state! Dr. Looney and his guests - Elementary School Improvement Coaches Amy Long and Deshunta Adams - explore why we deserve this honor and the steps we are taking to transform education.
