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The Pride Lands Podcast

The Pride Lands Podcast

By Kenedy ISD Communications

The Pride Lands Podcast is a broadcast dedicated to discussing everything Kenedy ISD from Kenedy, Texas. This public independent school district in South Texas is home to the Lions, Leopards, and Cubs. Hear Us Roar!
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Ep 1 Restore The Roar - What is Pride?

The Pride Lands PodcastJan 20, 2020

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Ep 7 Bring The Juice; Achievements; KISD News (Recorded 3/4/2020)

Ep 7 Bring The Juice; Achievements; KISD News (Recorded 3/4/2020)

*RECORDED MARCH 4th 2020*

Episode 7 of the Pride Lands Podcast

"Bring The Juice"


Guests this week include Kenedy ISD Powerlifting Coach, Cameron Murrah.


Coach Murrah discusses what "Bring The Juice" means. He talks about "how to win the day, everyday!"


In other KISD news...


- State Powerlifting

- UIL State Film

- UIL Band

- Leopard Golf

- Leo Lions Week 16

- KHS Prom

- and more!

Apr 03, 202037:24
Ep 6 The Kindness Challenge; Kenedy Elementary Random Acts of Kindness; KISD News

Ep 6 The Kindness Challenge; Kenedy Elementary Random Acts of Kindness; KISD News

Episode 6 of the Pride Lands Podcast "The Kindness Challenge" Guests this week include Kenedy Elementary Principal, Mrs. Kaity Wiatrek. Principal Wiatrek discusses the Kenedy Elementary School "Kindness Challenge Project." How each day introduces a new challenge to help create character traits, behavior, expectations, and social & emotional components.  Monday "encourage one another," Tuesday "serve one another," Wednesday "greet one another," Thursday "forgive one another," and Friday "love one another." In other KISD news... - KES Leo Lions Week 15 - Kenedy UIL Band - Falls City - KHS Lions Basketball Playoffs - KHS Dance Team Captains - Hailey Havron, US Air Force Academy Appointment - FFA Recognition (preview) - Kenedy Chamber of Commerce Bluebonnet Days Pageant - UIL Film State, Nobelity Project Award Nomination - Lions and Leopards Powerlifting Results - Upcoming Baseball & Softball games - Upcoming Track - Kenedy Elementary Shout outs! - and more!
Feb 24, 202041:59
Ep 5 Staying Committed; UIL realignment 2020; District Opponents; KISD News

Ep 5 Staying Committed; UIL realignment 2020; District Opponents; KISD News

Episode 5 of the Pride Lands Podcast
"Staying Committed"

Guests this week include Kenedy ISD Athletic Director, Shawn Alvarez.

Coach Alvarez discusses the UIL Re-alignment. He reveals for the first time the Football & Volleyball district schedules for 2020. He also talks about staying committed to continued growth and hard work.

In other KISD news...

- The Coach of the Year Award
- KES Leo Lions Week 14
- KES Character Week "One Another Challenge"
- Basketball Parent's Night
- KHS Dance Team 2020-2021
- National Counselors Week
- Baseball & Softball Fields Update
- Baseball & Softball games & schedules
- Powerlifting meet from Karnes City(Boys 2nd Place & Boys/GirlsIndividual results)
- UIL CX Debate 1st place District & State Bound
- Track
- UIL Film Semi-Finals
- Valentines Days Events at KES
- and more!

Feb 10, 202049:46
Ep 4 Student Voice Edition "The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Social Media."
Feb 04, 202001:12:44
Ep 3 - "Losing a Member of the Pride" - Coach Tyson Lambeck.

Ep 3 - "Losing a Member of the Pride" - Coach Tyson Lambeck.

Episode 3 of the Pride Lands Podcast "Losing a Member of the Pride" - Coach Tyson Lambeck.


Guests this week include Secondary Principal, Felicia Gibson, and Secondary Guidance Counselor, Geniene Harris.


This episode is dedicated to Coach Lambeck and how he impacted students & staff at Kenedy ISD. Secondary administrators talk about how students react to the tragedy of losing a teacher and coach. They also explore the meaning of family at Kenedy ISD. Mrs. Harris discusses how the community came together to support the students and staff. Kenedy administration is most grateful for the help and support of Camino Real and The First Baptist Church of Kenedy.


The discussion also ties into the tragedy that the world experienced on the same day with the passing of a global icon, Kobe Bryant.


In other KISD news...


- The 100th day of School

- Kenedy Lions basketball team beats Three Rivers

- KES, week 12, Leo Lions

- Powerlifting meet from Edna High School. (Boys First Place and Individual results)

- Secondary & Elementary honor-roll and perfect attendance

- KHS Students join the military

- KMS Cubs basketball from Falls City

- Kenedy ISD Jr. Alejandra Hernandez crowned Miss Karnes County Queen

- Kenedy ISD AD - wins the "Coach of The Year" award

- UIL Film round 1 results.

- Kenedy Secondary and Elementary staff SHOUT-OUTS! (Listen to see who they are?!)

Jan 30, 202058:00
Ep 2 Change the Culture, Change the Game - Chapters 3-5 (Community Book Study)

Ep 2 Change the Culture, Change the Game - Chapters 3-5 (Community Book Study)

Episode 2 of the Pride Lands Podcast.
Community Book Study Edition. “Change the Culture, Change the Game - Chapters 3-5”
Special Guest Kenedy ISD Superintendent Dr. Diana Barrera, Kenedy ISD School Board President Demetrio Garcia, and Kenedy ISD Staff Member Donna Kelly.
In this episode, the discussion ranges from accountability, toxic negativity, the opportunity to elevate and so much more.
Book study discussion around chapters 3-5 of “Change the Culture, Change the Game”:
Chapter 3: Taking Action that Produces Results
Chapter 4: Identifying the Beliefs That Generate the Right Actions
Chapter 5: Providing Experiences that Instill the Right Beliefs
Hosted by Kenedy ISD Communications Coordinator, Gunner Cantu.
Jan 23, 202047:06
Ep 1 Restore The Roar - What is Pride?

Ep 1 Restore The Roar - What is Pride?

Episode 1 of the Pride Lands Podcast.

Guest, Kenedy ISD Athletic Director and Head Football Coach, Shawn Alvarez, discuss what Restore the Roar means and what is PRIDE? How he implemented a point of pride into the Kenedy Athletic Department and how it transfers into the classrooms and community. The episode discusses how pride starts in the Elementary School, and how can the community of Kenedy contribute to building new traditions and pride?

Recap of the Falls City and Kenedy Basketball Game from January 17th, 2020.

Powerlifting Meet from Smithville High School.

Kenedy ISD Stockshow students and recognition. 

Shout-outs to Kenedy Elementary Week 11 Leo Lions and KES Pledge Leaders.

Kenedy Middle School UIL Results, and Kenedy ISD Education Foundation Grant Winners!


Jan 20, 202048:44