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The Hill Country Podcast: Educational Innovations at Ingram ISD: A Conversation with Dr. Robert Templeton

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Post date September 11, 2024
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Welcome to award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique area of Texas.

This week Tom welcomes back Dr. Robert (Bobby) Templeton, Superintendent of Ingram ISD

Dr. Templeton shares the district’s challenges and achievements, including a historic flood that caused significant damage and the impressive resilience of the students. He discusses the district’s innovative early college program, which allows students to graduate with an associate’s degree, saving families significant money. The episode also highlights a new building trades program to prepare students for careers in construction. Additionally, Dr. Templeton emphasizes the importance of community involvement, school safety, and healthy competition in education. He reflects on his Rotary Club experience and its role in fostering local and global service projects. The conversation concludes with Dr. Templeton’s commitment to ensuring student safety and success.

Key Highlights:

Challenges and New Initiatives at Ingram ISD
Early College Program Success
Building Trades Program
Community Involvement and Rotary Experience
Focus on School Safety

Resources:

Ingram ISD

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Hill Country Podcast – Educational Leadership in Kerrville and Kerr County, Part 2

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Post date November 8, 2023
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Welcome to the award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique area of Texas. Join Tom as he explores the people, places, and activities of the Texas Hill Country. In this episode, I begin a special two-part episode on primary and secondary education in Kerrville, Kerr County, and the Hill Country. In this exploration, I am joined by Dr. Robert Templeton, Superintendent of the Independent Ingram School District, Dr. Brent Ringo, Superintendent of the Kerrville Independent School District, and Dr. Charlie McCormick, President of Schreiner University in Kerrville.

Dr. Brent Ringo, Dr. Charlie McCormick, and Dr. Robert Templeton are all dedicated educators with a shared passion for developing entrepreneurial spirit and adaptability in students for the future job market. Dr. Ringo discussed expanding students’ horizons and helping them exceed their own expectations through exposure to various industries and opportunities. McCormick focused on developing transcendent skills such as collaboration, critical thinking, and curiosity in students, preparing them for an unpredictable future. Dr. Templeton, while initially skeptical of online education, has come to recognize the potential of technology in education and emphasizes the importance of flexibility and exposure to different opportunities. Join Tom Fox, Dr. Brent Ringo, Dr. Charlie McCormick, and Dr. Robert Templeton on this episode of the Hill Country Podcast to delve deeper into their perspectives on fostering entrepreneurial spirit and adaptability in students for the future job market.

Key Highlights:

Expanding Horizons: Unleashing Entrepreneurial Potential
Preparing Students for an Evolving Future
The Evolving Landscape of Education Delivery
Adapting Education to the Evolving Job Market
Navigating the Unscripted Future: Transcendent Skills
The Transformative Impact of COVID-19 on Education
Bridging the Rural-Urban Digital Divide

Resources:

Dr. Robert Templeton

Dr. Brent Ringo

Dr. Charlie McCormick

Tom Fox:

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Hill Country Podcast – Educational Leadership in Kerrville and Kerr County, Part 1

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Post date November 1, 2023
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Dr. Templeton, Dr. Ringo, and Dr. McCormick are all leaders in rural school districts, each with a unique perspective on leadership and educational challenges in these areas. Dr. Templeton, having grown up in a small town in West Texas, believes in providing equal opportunities and high standards for all students, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status. Dr. Ringo, a product of a humble upbringing in Amarillo, Texas, emphasizes the importance of collaboration, vision, and prioritizing students’ success in overcoming the challenges faced by rural school districts. Dr. McCormick, a seasoned higher education professional, focuses on cultivating capacity and competency in students who may not meet traditional academic metrics, highlighting the importance of inclusivity and collaboration and recognizing the value of all individuals in the education system. Join Tom Fox, Dr. Robert Templeton, Dr. Brent Ringo, and Dr. Charlie McCormick on this episode of the Hill Country Podcast to delve deeper into their experiences and perspectives on leadership and educational challenges in rural school districts.