EPS Insightful Questions
Welcome to EPS Insightful Questions, your monthly gateway into the vibrant world of education through the lens of the Eastside Prep community. In each episode, we invite diverse voices, including students, teachers, parents, and alumni, to pose thought-provoking questions that resonate with the ever-evolving landscape of education. We will explore the intersections of pedagogy, technology, inclusivity, and innovation—seeking answers that inspire, challenge, and shape the future of learning. Whether you’re an educator, a lifelong learner, or simply curious about the transformative power of education, EPS Insightful Questions is your platform to engage in the conversations that matter most.
You can listen to Insightful Questions on any of the following platforms: Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify.
NEW! Season 3 Episodes: 2025-26
This year on Insightful Questions, we’re exploring the theme “Act Responsibly: Care through Clarity,” inviting voices from across the EPS community to reflect on how clarity shapes thoughtful action. Each episode offers a window into how communication, planning, leadership, and collaboration become more meaningful when grounded in shared purpose and intentional care.
Check back each month for a new episode!
Episode 23: Responsible Action: Care for the Environment
In this episode of Insightful Questions, Head of School Sam Uzwack is joined by student Alyson (Class of 2027), faculty member Burton Barrager and Marinn Carpenter, a resource specialist for King Conservation District for a conversation about caring for the environment with intention. They discuss how EPS can help students grow into environment stewards and reflect on a place each of them feels connected to the environment. As Alyson notes, “Nature connects everything.”
Episode 22: Responsible Action: Clarity in the Digital Age
In this episode of Insightful Questions, Head of School Sam Uzwack is joined by student Victoria (Class of 2028), School Counselor Amy Sanchez, and Trustee Dr. Habib Rahbar for a rich conversation about responsible use of technology tools, digital boundaries, and growing up in the age of artificial intelligence. Together, they reflect navigating the nuances of our digital age and on shared values. As Habib notes, “AI is going to make us all more efficient, but how are we all going to learn to be better human beings through that…I love how EPS has kind of always been focusing on those things.”
Episode 21: Cultivating Student Leadership through Care and Clarity
In this episode of Insightful Questions, Head of School Sam Uzwack speaks with students Javier and Roya as well as Director of Student Well-Being Paul Hagen and Student Life Coordinator Karla Harris about what leadership looks like at Eastside Prep. Together, they explore how care and clarity guide their experiences as student leaders—whether in classrooms, clubs, or community events. Through honest reflection and shared stories, they reveal how leadership at EPS is less about titles and more about collaboration, communication, and making space for others to thrive.
Episode 20: Exploring Empathetic Dialogue
In this episode, Head of School Sam Uzwack is joined by Associate Head of Upper School Verity Sayles and Middle School Head Sarah Peeden to engage in a thoughtful dialogue about their perspectives, experiences, and efforts for clear communication within the Eastside Prep community.