Vicki Sokolik refuses to be an Ostrich. Her son brought to her attention the crisis of unhoused youth — youth unhoused, not living with a parent/guardian, and not in foster care — in America, and she has been fighting to support this vulnerable population every since. Most active in Tampa Bay, Florida, Vicki is the founder and CEO of the nonprofit Starting Right, Now, which removes barriers for unaccompanied homeless youth to cultivate long-term well-being and self-sufficiency. She is also the author of the new book, “If You See Them: Young, Unhoused, and Alone in America.” Vicki Sokolik joined host Jay Ruderman to discuss the many ways unhoused youth fall through the cracks in our society, how her organization helps them, and also how to build trust with people who could use your help. Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (01:10) Vicki’s origin story (02:40) What is “unhoused youth?” (06:40) What should a person do if they worry they see an unhoused youth? (08:19) How have conversations around unhoused youth changed in Vicki’s 20 years working with them? (11:02) How do people get the word out and help unhoused youth? (14:55) Vicki’s new book (16:48) How Vicki builds trust (20:10) What do students receive at Starting Right, Now? (22:58) How does Vicki balance advocacy and direct support? (27:53) Starting Right, Now alumni (29:10) Goodbye For video episodes, watch on www.youtube.com/@therudermanfamilyfoundation Stay in touch: X: @JayRuderman | @RudermanFdn LinkedIn: Jay Ruderman | Ruderman Family Foundation Instagram: All About Change Podcast | Ruderman Family Foundation To learn more about the podcast, visit https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/…
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Dr. Charles Britton talks with Tech Coordinator, Dave Kuzminski, about back to school plans and upcoming fall activities.
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Dr. Charles Britton talks with Tech Coordinator, Dave Kuzminski, about summer plans in the school system.
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Dr. Charles Britton talks with Tech Coordinator, Dave Kuzminski, about the band extravaganza, summer plans, the BOE, and nearing the end of the year.
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Dr. Charles Britton talks with Tech Coordinator, Dave Kuzminski, about mask, Covid and budget updates.
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Dr. Charles Britton talks with Tech Coordinator, Dave Kuzminski, about school, budget, and mandate updates.
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Dr. Charles Britton talks with Tech Coordinator, Dave Kuzminski, about COVID updates in the school, and what's happening in the new year, along with sports updates.
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Dr. Charles Britton talks with Tech Coordinator, Dave Kuzminski, about COVID updates in the school, and plans for the future in terms of quarantine and masks.
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Dr. Charles Britton talks about school and COVID updates.
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Dr. Charles Britton talks about the state requirements about opening up this fall and the status of our school system. (Vaccinations, testing, vaccine mandates, etc.) https://portlandctschools.org
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PHS Principal Ms. Kate Lawson talks with Superintendent of Schools Dr. Charles Britton about plans, rules, safety, and protocols for graduation and prom.
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With: Dave Kuzminski - Host Dr. Charles Britton - Superintendent of Schools https://portlandctschools.org https://portlandct.org
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With: Dave Kuzminski - Host Dr. Charles Britton - Superintendent of Schools https://portlandctschools.org https://portlandct.org
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With: Dave Kuzminski - Host Dr. Charles Britton - Superintendent of Schools
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Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Charles Britton gives an update on how hybrid/in-person learning is going. Director of Health, Russel Melmed, talks about the status of COVID-19 in our school district. With: Dave Kuzminski - Host Dr. Charles Britton - Superintendent of Schools Russel Melmed - Director of Health…
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Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Charles Britton reflects on the 2020 school year with COVID and looks forward as to how 2021 may look for Portland Public Schools. With: Dave Kuzminski - Host Dr. Charles Britton - Superintendent of Schools
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Portland Public Schools Podcast With: David Kuzminski - Tech Coordinator (Host) Dr. Charles Britton - Superintendent of Schools
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Portland Public Schools Podcast With: David Kuzminski - Tech Coordinator (Host) Dr. Charles Britton - Superintendent of Schools
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Portland Public Schools Podcast With: David Kuzminski - Tech Coordinator (Host) Dr. Charles Britton - Superintendent of Schools Eric Martin - Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology
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Portland Public Schools Podcast With: David Kuzminski - Tech Coordinator (Host) Dr. Charles Britton - Superintendent of Schools
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Portland Public Schools Podcast With: David Kuzminski - Tech Coordinator (Host) Dr. Charles Britton - Superintendent of Schools
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The latest update on Portland Public Schools. With: David Kuzminski - Tech Coordinator (Host) Dr. Philip O'Reilly - Superintendent of Schools Dr. Charles Britton - Director of Curriculum, Instruction & Technology Kathryn Lawson - Portland High School Principal
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The latest update on Portland Public Schools. With: David Kuzminski - Tech Coordinator (Host) Dr. Philip O'Reilly - Superintendent of Schools Kathryn Lawson - Portland High School Principal
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