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Jessica Childers Joins Jeremy Wendt To Discuss Setting Students Up For Success

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Jeremy Wendt sits down with Jessica Childers, a Putnam County Middle School Math Specialist, to discuss her role supporting grades 5–8 across the school system. Jessica shares her journey from aspiring marine biologist to educator, and how she ultimately found her passion in mathematics education. She reflects on her day-to-day work coaching teachers, adapting to changing standards, and helping students build strong foundational math strategies. The conversation highlights her growth as an educator and the impact of patient, strategy-based instruction on student success.

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