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The Metro Minute

The Metro Minute

By Metro Christian Academy

The Metro Minute is a new, exciting podcast from Metro Christian Academy, a P3-12th school located in Tulsa, OK. Find new episodes, resources, and more on our website at metroca.com/podcast or on social media under Metro Christian Academy Tulsa.
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Student Section - Interview with Annie Koenig and Preston Dixon

The Metro MinuteMay 03, 2024

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Student Section - Interview with Annie Koenig and Preston Dixon

Student Section - Interview with Annie Koenig and Preston Dixon

Join Metro seniors, Andi Davis and Zac Claflin, for our student-led podcast! Today, the team explores track by interviewing Annie Koenig and Preston Dixon.

Metro Christian Academy is a P3-12th grade school in Tulsa, OK. Metro aims to provide, in partnership with involved parents, an accredited college preparatory education that is founded on biblical principles, cultivates Christian character, and equips students to excel academically, spiritually, physically and socially.

May 03, 202427:20
The Patriot Pressbox - Golf 2024

The Patriot Pressbox - Golf 2024

Join Faith Kuykendall and Laura Elkouri on The Patriot Pressbox! Faith and Laura explore the golf season with Coach Ribaudo and Coach Brunner.

Apr 19, 202412:33
Loving Learning - Learning Leadership with PrinciPALS

Loving Learning - Learning Leadership with PrinciPALS

Today on Loving Learning, we're joined by our three princiPALS: Matt Buffington (ES), Carrie Storms (MS), and Robby Davis (HS). We discuss what it means to be a leader of learning.

Apr 12, 202429:24
Student Section - Interview with Seth Vicena

Student Section - Interview with Seth Vicena

Join Metro seniors, Andi Davis and Zac Claflin, for our student-led podcast! Today, the team explores the Fine Arts! This month they interview Seth Vicena to discuss all things musical and band.

Metro Christian Academy is a P3-12th grade school in Tulsa, OK. Metro aims to provide, in partnership with involved parents, an accredited college preparatory education that is founded on biblical principles, cultivates Christian character, and equips students to excel academically, spiritually, physically and socially.

Apr 05, 202418:01
Head of School Edition - Easter 2024

Head of School Edition - Easter 2024

Welcome to the Metro Minute - Head of School Edition. Join Dr. Keith Currivean, our head of school, as we jump into our Easter podcast episode.

Metro Christian Academy is a P3-12th grade school in Tulsa, OK. Metro aims to provide, in partnership with involved parents, an accredited college preparatory education that is founded on biblical principles, cultivates Christian character, and equips students to excel academically, spiritually, physically, and socially.

Mar 28, 202403:04
The Patriot Pressbox - Baseball 2024

The Patriot Pressbox - Baseball 2024

Join Faith Kuykendall and Laura Elkouri on The Patriot Pressbox! Faith and Laura explore the baseball season with Coach Foster and Coach Nelson.

Mar 15, 202422:51
Loving Learning - Love to Learn

Loving Learning - Love to Learn

Today we discuss the joys of lifelong learning! Join the team, and special guests: Kim Chenoweth and Timmie Spangler, as they explore what it means to continually learn and grow as educators. 


Alyssa and Liz collaborate together in the K12 setting to empower educators - and all learners - to grow!

Mar 08, 202417:56
Student Section - Interview with Wyatt Powell and Luke Miller

Student Section - Interview with Wyatt Powell and Luke Miller

Join Metro seniors, Andi Davis and Zac Claflin, for our student-led podcast! Today, the team interviews members from our boys' basketball team: Wyatt Powell and Luke Miller. Tune in to hear behind-the-scenes info!

 

Metro Christian Academy is a P3-12th grade school in Tulsa, OK. Metro aims to provide, in partnership with involved parents, an accredited college preparatory education that is founded on biblical principles, cultivates Christian character, and equips students to excel academically, spiritually, physically and socially.

Mar 01, 202416:47
Patriot Pressbox - Basketball 2024

Patriot Pressbox - Basketball 2024

Join Faith Kuykendall and Laura Elkouri on The Patriot Pressbox! Faith and Laura (and special guest host, Coach Nelson) explore the basketball season with Coach Dilley.

Feb 16, 202426:23
Loving Learning - H is for Holistic

Loving Learning - H is for Holistic

Today we discuss the H (for Holistic!) in the T.E.C.H. acronym. Join the team, and special guests: Karen Oyler and Andrea Hancock, as they explore teaching holistically. Together they discuss the blessings and challenges of educating the mind, body, and spirit of students at Metro Christian Academy.


Alyssa and Liz collaborate together in the K12 setting to empower educators - and all learners - to grow!

Feb 09, 202432:13
Student Section - Interview with Laura Storms

Student Section - Interview with Laura Storms

Join Metro seniors, Andi Davis and Zac Claflin, for our student-led podcast! Today, the team interviews 2023-2024 Student Council President, Laura Storms. Tune in to hear behind-the-scenes info!


Metro Christian Academy is a P3-12th grade school in Tulsa, OK. Metro aims to provide, in partnership with involved parents, an accredited college preparatory education that is founded on biblical principles, cultivates Christian character, and equips students to excel academically, spiritually, physically and socially.

Feb 02, 202416:16
Loving Learning - C for Christian with Angie Ellis

Loving Learning - C for Christian with Angie Ellis

Today we discuss the C (for Christian!) in the T.E.C.H. acronym. Join the team, and special guest: Angie Ellis, as they explore the intersection between being a Jesus follower and utilizing tech in education and today's world. They tackle topics like discernment, equipping students, and wrestling with challenging conversations.

Alyssa and Liz collaborate together in the K12 setting to empower educators - and all learners - to grow! Join us for the Loving Learning edition pilot episode where we introduce the hosts and unpack this special learning space.

Jan 12, 202431:22
Student Section - Interview with Jaxson Grimes

Student Section - Interview with Jaxson Grimes

Join Metro seniors, Andi Davis and Zac Claflin, for our student-led podcast! Today, the team interviews 2023-2024 football quarterback, Jaxson Grimes. Tune in to hear behind-the-scenes info!

Metro Christian Academy is a P3-12th grade school in Tulsa, OK. Metro aims to provide, in partnership with involved parents, an accredited college preparatory education that is founded on biblical principles, cultivates Christian character, and equips students to excel academically, spiritually, physically, and socially.

Dec 21, 202312:46
Patriot Pressbox - Holiday Special 2023 with Pat Foster and Jake Nelson

Patriot Pressbox - Holiday Special 2023 with Pat Foster and Jake Nelson

Join Faith Kuykendall and Laura Elkouri on The Patriot Pressbox! Faith and Laura invite Pat Foster back on the show and are also joined by Jake Nelson for a 2023 hilarious holiday special.

Dec 19, 202315:58
Head of School Edition - Christmas 2023

Head of School Edition - Christmas 2023

Welcome to the Metro Minute - Head of School Edition. It's Christmas 2023! Join Dr. Keith Currivean, our head of school, as we jump into a special Christmas message.

Metro Christian Academy is a P3-12th grade school in Tulsa, OK. Metro aims to provide, in partnership with involved parents, an accredited college preparatory education that is founded on biblical principles, cultivates Christian character, and equips students to excel academically, spiritually, physically, and socially.

Dec 15, 202303:29
Patriot Pressbox - Pilot with Pat Foster

Patriot Pressbox - Pilot with Pat Foster

Join Faith Kuykendall and Laura Elkouri on this new Metro Minute edition: The Patriot Pressbox! Faith and Laura kick off their exciting new edition by interviewing Metro's Athletic Director, Pat Foster. 

Dec 15, 202313:21
Loving Learning - E for Enrich with Stephanie Bauer

Loving Learning - E for Enrich with Stephanie Bauer

Today we discuss the E (for Enrich!) in the T.E.C.H. acronym. Join the team, and special guest: Stephanie Bauer, as they explore the transformative role of educational technology, offering insights into teacher collaboration, effective EdTech tools, and the vital element of heart in tech education.

Alyssa and Liz collaborate together in the K12 setting to empower educators - and all learners - to grow! Join us for the Loving Learning edition pilot episode where we introduce the hosts and unpack this special learning space.

Dec 15, 202321:42
Student Section - Pilot with Andi Davis and Zac Claflin

Student Section - Pilot with Andi Davis and Zac Claflin

Join Metro seniors, Andi Davis and Zac Claflin, for our student-led podcast! Throughout our episodes, we will bring on different guests to share their unique experiences as a senior, from the quarterback of the football team to the band president. This podcast will be a platform where seniors can talk to other Metro students about school, life, and other interesting things. This will help us get to know each other better and give helpful advice to younger classmen.

Metro Christian Academy is a P3-12th grade school in Tulsa, OK. Metro aims to provide, in partnership with involved parents, an accredited college preparatory education that is founded on biblical principles, cultivates Christian character, and equips students to excel academically, spiritually, physically, and socially.

Dec 01, 202307:25
Head of School Edition - Thanksgiving 2023

Head of School Edition - Thanksgiving 2023

Welcome to the Metro Minute - Head of School Edition. It's Thanksgiving 2023! Join Dr. Keith Currivean, our head of school, we express thankfulness for where we are and where we are going.

Metro Christian Academy is a P3-12th grade school in Tulsa, OK. Metro aims to provide, in partnership with involved parents, an accredited college preparatory education that is founded on biblical principles, cultivates Christian character, and equips students to excel academically, spiritually, physically, and socially.

Nov 15, 202302:39
Loving Learning - T is for Tool with Carrie Storms

Loving Learning - T is for Tool with Carrie Storms

Alyssa Quarles and Liz Farthing discuss the T (for Tool!) in the T.E.C.H. acronym. They unpack Metro's journey with educational technology in the past, the present, and set the stage for the future. They're joined for a special segment with Carrie Storms, middle school principal, too!

Alyssa and Liz collaborate together in the K12 setting to empower educators - and all learners - to grow! Join us for the Loving Learning edition pilot episode where we introduce the hosts and unpack this special learning space.

Nov 10, 202329:25
Head of School - What is Education?

Head of School - What is Education?

On this month's Head of School Edition, Alyssa Quarles interviews Dr. Currivean about what education is all about. Dr. Currivean highlights some key background information from his book "Pursuing Excellence for the Glory of God."

Oct 11, 202323:31
Loving Learning - Edition Launch

Loving Learning - Edition Launch

Join Alyssa Quarles and Liz Farthing from Metro Christian Academy in Tulsa, Oklahoma as they explore all things Professional Development and EdTech in the K12 world. Our goal is to encourage you, as a lifelong learner, who educates out of the overflow of your flourishing mind, body, and spirit!

Alyssa and Liz collaborate together in the K12 setting to empower educators - and all learners - to grow! Join us for the Loving Learning edition pilot episode where we introduce the hosts and unpack this special learning space.

Oct 04, 202317:11
Life in the Middle - E is for Every with AJ Klerekoper

Life in the Middle - E is for Every with AJ Klerekoper

For our seventh episode in this edition of The Metro Minute, Carrie interviews Campus Pastor AJ Klerekoper about the E in M.I.D.D.L.E.: Every!


Join middle school principal Carrie Storms from Metro Christian Academy in Tulsa, Oklahoma on the Metro Minute - Life in the Middle edition.  We use the acronym M.I.D.D.L.E., which stands for mistakes, identity, development, discernment, lens, and every, as a guide for our content. We're super passionate about the life that happens during this season of growth for kiddos and their families. The Lord has designed this season not just to survive, but to thrive! Join us here as we walk through life in the middle.

Sep 28, 202332:55
Head of School Edition - Homecoming 2023

Head of School Edition - Homecoming 2023

Welcome to the Metro Minute - Head of School Edition. It's homecoming 2023! Join Dr. Keith Currivean, our head of school, as we celebrate key milestones.

Metro Christian Academy is a P3-12th grade school in Tulsa, OK. Metro aims to provide, in partnership with involved parents, an accredited college preparatory education that is founded on biblical principles, cultivates Christian character, and equips students to excel academically, spiritually, physically, and socially.

Sep 15, 202302:28
Life in the Middle - L is for Lens with Dr. Daniel Bunn

Life in the Middle - L is for Lens with Dr. Daniel Bunn

For our sixth episode in this edition of The Metro Minute, Carrie interviews Oral Roberts University Old Testament professor, Dr. Daniel Bunn, about the L in M.I.D.D.L.E.: Lens!


Join middle school principal Carrie Storms from Metro Christian Academy in Tulsa, Oklahoma on the Metro Minute - Life in the Middle edition.  We use the acronym M.I.D.D.L.E., which stands for mistakes, identity, development, discernment, lens, and every, as a guide for our content. We're super passionate about the life that happens during this season of growth for kiddos and their families. The Lord has designed this season not just to survive, but to thrive! Join us here as we walk through life in the middle.

Aug 25, 202327:37
Life in the Middle - D is for Discernment with Prashanth Daniel

Life in the Middle - D is for Discernment with Prashanth Daniel

For our fifth episode in this edition of The Metro Minute, Carrie interviews apologist and Metro parent Prashanth Daniel about the second D in M.I.D.D.L.E.: Discernment! Join middle school principal Carrie Storms from Metro Christian Academy in Tulsa, Oklahoma on the Metro Minute - Life in the Middle edition.  We use the acronym M.I.D.D.L.E., which stands for mistakes, identity, development, discernment, lens, and every, as a guide for our content. We're super passionate about the life that happens during this season of growth for kiddos and their families. The Lord has designed this season not just to survive, but to thrive! Join us here as we walk through life in the middle.

Jul 26, 202342:18
Life in the Middle - D is for Development with Chere' Fergerson

Life in the Middle - D is for Development with Chere' Fergerson

For our fourth episode in this edition of The Metro Minute, Carrie interviews our middle school counselor, Chere' Fergerson, about the first D in M.I.D.D.L.E.: Development! Join middle school principal Carrie Storms from Metro Christian Academy in Tulsa, Oklahoma on the Metro Minute - Life in the Middle edition.  We use the acronym M.I.D.D.L.E., which stands for mistakes, identity, development, discernment, lens, and every, as a guide for our content. We're super passionate about the life that happens during this season of growth for kiddos and their families. The Lord has designed this season not just to survive, but to thrive! Join us here as we walk through life in the middle.

Jun 20, 202325:33
Life in the Middle - I is for Identity with Kristin Pebsworth and Mary-Margaret Watson

Life in the Middle - I is for Identity with Kristin Pebsworth and Mary-Margaret Watson

For our third episode in this edition of The Metro Minute, Carrie interviews some of our own, middle school English teacher Kristin Pebsworth and Mary-Margaret Watson, our dean of students. We chat about the I in M.I.D.D.L.E.: Identity!

Join middle school principal Carrie Storms from Metro Christian Academy in Tulsa, Oklahoma on the Metro Minute - Life in the Middle edition.  We use the acronym M.I.D.D.L.E., which stands for mistakes, identity, development, discernment, lens, and every, as a guide for our content. We're super passionate about the life that happens during this season of growth for kiddos and their families. The Lord has designed this season not just to survive, but to thrive! Join us here as we walk through life in the middle.

May 26, 202330:10
Life in the Middle - M is for Mistakes with Alex Bisignani
Apr 21, 202325:43
Head of School Edition: Easter

Head of School Edition: Easter

Welcome to the Metro Minute - Head of School Edition. Join Dr. Keith Currivean, our head of school, as we jump into our Easter spring podcast episode. This advent, we'll have a series of three Christmas episodes leading up to the season.

Metro Christian Academy is a P3-12th grade school in Tulsa, OK. Metro aims to provide, in partnership with involved parents, an accredited college preparatory education that is founded on biblical principles, cultivates Christian character, and equips students to excel academically, spiritually, physically, and socially.

Apr 06, 202303:40
Life in the Middle - Pilot Episode

Life in the Middle - Pilot Episode

Join middle school principal Carrie Storms from Metro Christian Academy in Tulsa, Oklahoma on the Metro Minute - Life in the Middle edition.  We use the acronym M.I.D.D.L.E., which stands for mistakes, identity, development, discernment, lens, and every, as a guide for our content. We're super passionate about the life that happens during this season of growth for kiddos and their families. The Lord has designed this season not just to survive, but to thrive! Join us here as we walk through life in the middle.

For our pilot episode in this edition of The Metro Minute, we're spending some time getting to know Carrie and unpacking what the acronym M.I.D.D.L.E is all about!

Mar 24, 202326:45
Head of School Edition: Advent III (Peace on Earth)

Head of School Edition: Advent III (Peace on Earth)

Welcome to the Metro Minute - Head of School Edition. It's Christmas 2022! Join Dr. Keith Currivean, our head of school, as we jump into our fifth podcast episode. This advent, we'll have a series of three Christmas episodes leading up to the season.

Metro Christian Academy is a P3-12th grade school in Tulsa, OK. Metro aims to provide, in partnership with involved parents, an accredited college preparatory education that is founded on biblical principles, cultivates Christian character, and equips students to excel academically, spiritually, physically, and socially.

Dec 16, 202203:33
Head of School Edition: Advent II (Immanuel)

Head of School Edition: Advent II (Immanuel)

Welcome to the Metro Minute - Head of School Edition. It's Christmas 2022! Join Dr. Keith Currivean, our head of school, as we jump into our fourth podcast episode. This advent, we'll have a series of three Christmas episodes leading up to the season.

Metro Christian Academy is a P3-12th grade school in Tulsa, OK. Metro aims to provide, in partnership with involved parents, an accredited college preparatory education that is founded on biblical principles, cultivates Christian character, and equips students to excel academically, spiritually, physically, and socially.

Dec 09, 202203:05
Head of School Edition: Advent I

Head of School Edition: Advent I

Welcome to the Metro Minute - Head of School Edition. It's Christmas 2022! Join Dr. Keith Currivean, our head of school, as we jump into our third podcast episode. This advent, we'll have a series of three Christmas episodes leading up to the season.

Metro Christian Academy is a P3-12th grade school in Tulsa, OK. Metro aims to provide, in partnership with involved parents, an accredited college preparatory education that is founded on biblical principles, cultivates Christian character, and equips students to excel academically, spiritually, physically, and socially.

Dec 02, 202203:11
Head of School Edition: Thanksgiving 2022

Head of School Edition: Thanksgiving 2022

Welcome to the Metro Minute - Head of School Edition. It's Thanksgiving 2022! Join Dr. Keith Currivean, our head of school, as we jump into our second podcast episode.

Metro Christian Academy is a P3-12th grade school in Tulsa, OK. Metro aims to provide, in partnership with involved parents, an accredited college preparatory education that is founded on biblical principles, cultivates Christian character, and equips students to excel academically, spiritually, physically, and socially.

Nov 18, 202203:18
Head of School Edition: Homecoming 2022

Head of School Edition: Homecoming 2022

Welcome to the Metro Minute - Head of School Edition. It's homecoming 2022! Join Dr. Keith Currivean, our head of school, as we launch our first podcast episode.

Metro Christian Academy is a P3-12th grade school in Tulsa, OK. Metro aims to provide, in partnership with involved parents, an accredited college preparatory education that is founded on biblical principles, cultivates Christian character, and equips students to excel academically, spiritually, physically, and socially.

Sep 28, 202203:03