Empowering Educators: Jessica Hiler Discusses Funding, Professional Development, and School Policy

Empowering Educators: Jessica Hiler Discusses Funding, Professional Development, and School Policy

February 26, 2026 · 35 min · Season 6 · Episode 4

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Jessica Hiler discusses the importance of funding, professional development, and school policy in empowering educators.

Jessica Hiler, VP, Kentucky Education Association Quote of the Podcast: "Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not" -The Lorax, Dr. Seuss Introduction of Guest BIO – Taught Kindergarten at Deep Springs Elementary in Fayette County from 1999 - 2010. Served as the President of the Fayette County Education Association from 2010 - 2025. Began the term as the Vice President of Kentucky Education Association in June of 2025. Was appointed ...

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