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Suncoast Remake Learning Days: The Inside Scoop with Neirda, Becky-Sue, Justin & Amanda

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In this episode of Connecting Communities, Leah Verier-Dunn is talking about Suncoast Remake Learning Days with four fabulous, long-time hosts, one from each county. Guests include Neirda Thompson-Pemberton, Executive Director of Funducation; Becky-Sue Mercer, Executive Director of Arcadia Housing Authority; Justin Gomlak, Director of Education and Community Engagement at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall; and Amanda Clyatt, Title I Achievement and Family Associate at Sallie Jones Elementary.

Timestamps

  • 0:28 – Meet Amanda Clyatt of Sallie Jones Elementary
  • 2:22 – How Sallie Jones Got Involved With Suncoast Remake Learning Days
  • 5:06 – How Community Partnerships Extend the Impact Beyond SRLD Funding
  • 7:05 – The Ripple Effects of Suncoast Remake Learning Days
  • 11:44 – Meet Becky-Sue Mercer of Arcadia Housing Authority
  • 13:12 – Engaging Families Beyond Suncoast Remake Learning Days
  • 16:05 – What Strengthens Multigenerational Family Engagement?
  • 17:56 – Partnerships Powering Learning and Family Activities
  • 25:34 – Meet Neirda Thompson-Pemberton of FUNducation
  • 29:15 – How FUNducation Got Involved With Suncoast Remake Learning Days
  • 31:04 – How Parent Involvement Has Grown Over the Years
  • 32:50 – Turning Esports Into a Learning Experience Through Partnerships
  • 34:56 – How FUNducation Builds Community Partnerships
  • 39:24 – Meet Justin Gomlak of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
  • 39:24 – Meet Justin Gomlak of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
  • 43:18 – Justin’s Favorite Suncoast Remake Learning Days Events & Partnerships
  • 48:27 – How to Engage Both Children and Adults at Your SRLD Event
  • 49:49 – Justin’s Advice for Future Hosts, Partners & Families

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