Several big topics this week:
HOMELESSNESS: Satoshi Forest co-founder Mike Kimberl talks about the challenges of running a homeless camp.
SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT:
Escambia County School Board chairman Kevin Adams explains the last-minute add-on to the board agenda to discuss the termination of Superintendent Tim Smith’s contract.
Escambia School Superintendent Tim Smith discusses what’s ahead for the school district and how to handle difficult conversations.
Escambia County Commissioner Lumon May discusses Dr. Tim Smith and his expectations for the county’s public schools.
AWKO CENTER FOR LEADERSHIP:
The University of West Florida announced yesterday a $2.5 million gift from the Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz law firm to name the UWF Center for Leadership and enhance its initiatives. The center’s director, Tim Kinsella, discusses the gift.