Called To Teach: Faith, Education & Influence Jake Abrams & Jenny Olson

On this episode, Kristine and Harris sit down with two teachers-representing both public and private schools. Learn why they decided on education as a career, what they say are the biggest challenges facing both teachers and students, especially when it comes to social media and AI, and why communication with parents is so critical in the education process. And one thing they both emphasize...learning should be fun. It's an episode you don't want to miss!

Jake Abrams is a high school math and science teacher at Central Minnesota Christian School, where he incidentally graduated from in 2020. He has a degree in apologetics from Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA. He grew up in the Willmar Area, and he enjoys reading, writing, and playing long, complicated board games with friends

Jenny Olson is a 7th-year teacher with experience in both private and public schools, currently teaching 5th Grade Science at New London-Spicer Middle School. She got her undergraduate degree in Elementary Education from St. Cloud State University and her graduate degree in Trauma and Resilience in Educational Settings from Concordia University - St. Paul. When she is not in the classroom, Jenny enjoys reading, playing music, being creative, and spending time outdoors through various activities. 

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