A Slice with 'Dice
ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice shares personal reflections, lessons learned, and insights from the ever-evolving world of education in Arkansas and beyond.
Episodes
9 episodes
The New Elite: Why Three Colleges Broke into the WSJ Top 20 Colleges
In this episode, ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice unpacks the 2025 Wall Street Journal Best Colleges in the U.S. list, highlighting its unique approach to evaluating higher education institutions. Unlike traditional rankings, the WSJ li...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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6:41
Embracing a Collaborative Approach in the Era of School Choice
In this week's episode, we explore the implications of the Arkansas LEARNS Act and the shifting landscape of school choice in the state. With the introduction of Educational Freedom Accounts (EFAs) and the expansion of charter schools, competit...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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10:25
A Degree in Three: The Future of Fast-Track Education
In this episode, ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores the emergence of 90-hour college degree programs, a new trend in higher education that offers students a faster and more affordable path to earning a degree in around three year...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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10:03
The Benefits of Over-Communicating with Families
In the world of education, the relationship between school leaders and families is one of the most important connections we can foster. Communication is at the heart of this relationship, and while some might think there’s such a thing as "too ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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9:57
Why Your Freshman Year GPA is a Game-Changer
In this episode, ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores the critical importance of getting good grades during the freshman year of high school. Drawing from recent research, we discuss how freshman year GPA is one of the strongest pr...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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7:21
Times Change and So Must We
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, schools must strike a delicate balance between embracing change and holding fast to their core values. This dynamic is crucial for fostering an environment where students not only thrive academically...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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5:21
Arkansans Should Be Concerned About Declining College-Going Rates
In this week's episode, ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice examines the sharp decline in college-going rates in Arkansas, now down to 42%, and its potential impact on th...
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Episode 3
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6:23