LINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS

𝐋𝐏𝐒 𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐓𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄: 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐈𝐬 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐀𝐧 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

LPS Roundtable is a monthly discussion series hosted by Superintendent Dr. Atiya Y. Perkins, spotlighting the stories, initiatives, and conversations shaping Linden Public Schools. Each episode explores what makes Linden, LINDEN, through honest dialogue and community connection. New episodes are released monthly, subscribe to stay connected with Linden Public Schools.

Episode Guests:
Teal Anderson
Angelo Monaco
Laura Venezio

Today’s episode is tailored around the theme which Failure Is Not An Option
0:24 - Introduction
2:23 - A word or thought that comes to mind from today’s theme.
3:42 - What themes emerged about engagement in language arts?
4:31 - Why must students understand that effort matters all year - not just at the end?
10:05 - Why does simply showing up matter for student success?
17:35 - What literacy challenges are we seeing in our schools?
24:30 - How are educators collaborating to close learning gaps?
29:24 - Why is understanding the “why” behind behavior so important?
32:21 - How do relationships and support systems build resilience?
35:00 - Closing