St. Ed Soundwaves - Episode 9 - Interviews with Mr. Powers and Mrs. Reed

St. Ed Soundwaves - Episode 9 - Interviews with Mr. Powers and Mrs. Reed

From St. Ed Soundwaves by St Ed Soundwaves

February 25, 2026 · 27 min · Season 2 · Episode 9

About this episode

Students interview Mr. Powers and Mrs. Reed, two influential teachers at St. Edward High School.

In this episode, several students interview two great St. Edward teachers, Mr. Powers and Mrs. Reed. Mr. Powers is a dedicated Global Issues teacher at St. Edward High School who makes a lasting impact inside and outside the classroom. He connects history to real-world events, encouraging students to think critically about their role in shaping the future. He also founded the school’s Film Club and teaches History of Chicago, giving students meaningful opportunities to explore culture, storytelling, and local history. Mrs. Reed is a veteran teacher at St. Edward High School and has been a staple of the English Department for nearly a decade. Known for her incredible energy and love of books, Mrs. Reed excites and energies her students to read more and ask questions. She loves teaching High School students and feels incredibly thankful for her job and all the students that she has taught.

People in this episode

Guests: Mr. Powers, Mrs. Reed

Topics covered

  • education
  • teacher interviews
  • global issues
  • English literature
  • student engagement

Keywords

  • St. Edward High School
  • Mr. Powers
  • Mrs. Reed
  • education
  • teacher interviews
  • global issues
  • English literature

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: St. Edward High School, Film Club

Places: Chicago

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