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In July, Jamie Nold started as Sioux Falls School District's superintendent. He's tackling an uncertain funding future for his district.

Nold discusses how the property tax debate, frozen federal funds and a proposed voucher program are impacting funding and staffing at his district (1:10-27:45).

Our Teacher Talk educators write a letter to the parents of future teachers.

Gina Benz and Jackie Wilber explore the myths around the profession of teaching and unpack the anxieties parents may have for the teachers of tomorrow (27:45-42:32).

Read their full companion blog.

Host Lori Walsh and producer Ari Jungemann interviewed the students of Room 40X at Eugene Field A+ Elementary in Sioux Falls. They got the students' thoughts on recess, friendships and robots (42:32-49:40).

Lori Walsh is a special correspondent with SDPB and host of the "In the Moment" podcast.
Ari Jungemann served as a producer of In the Moment, SDPB's daily news and culture broadcast.
Ellen Koester served as a producer of "In the Moment," SDPB's daily news and culture broadcast.