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Episode 19: Best Practices with Virtual Learning and professional development on Sept 15

OWL360Sep 14, 2020

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Getting Off to a Great Start in 2021

Getting Off to a Great Start in 2021

Troy Hubbard is back to chat with Brandon Harpe and Lisa Ferguson about updates on COVID Protocols and OWL Tech

Sep 17, 202123:23
2021 Special Edition: iLearn Testing

2021 Special Edition: iLearn Testing

This special edition covers all of the coordinated efforts to administer the iLearn test for student growth data.  Joining us on this podcast is host Troy Hubbard, principals,  Becky Davis, Aaron Floyd, Lori Lister, and Brandon Roberts.

May 10, 202116:47
2021 Special Edition: Staff of the Year Recognition and Job Openings

2021 Special Edition: Staff of the Year Recognition and Job Openings

Tune in to hear who is the teacher of the year as well as top pics for support staff and department teams.  Be sure to stick around to hear of exciting job openings and new opportunities to join the Seymour Community School family.

Apr 12, 202115:46
2021 Special Edition: Return to In-person Instruction February 22, 2021

2021 Special Edition: Return to In-person Instruction February 22, 2021

Join us for an exciting announcement from Superintendent Brandon Harpe and Assistant Superintendent Lisa Ferguson on the return to in-person instruction for all grades.

Feb 19, 202110:42
Episode 26: Elementary School News and Important Information for the class of 2025

Episode 26: Elementary School News and Important Information for the class of 2025

In this episode, Troy meets with Brown, Emerson, and Redding elementary principals to discuss the latest news and updates.  Randy Fife joins Troy to discuss important information for the incoming 9th graders.  Freshman Orientation for the class of 2025.

Feb 19, 202135:52
2021 Episode 25: Welcome Back Message from Mr Harpe

2021 Episode 25: Welcome Back Message from Mr Harpe

Mr Harpe shares important information on vaccination availability, back to school procedures, and looking ahead.

Jan 13, 202110:45
Episode 24: Winter Break Edition

Episode 24: Winter Break Edition

Join Troy Hubbard, Lisa Ferguson, and Brandon Harpe as they discuss building renovation, updates, vaccine availability, and a special song from Lisa.

Thank you to all of the Seymour Community Schools family and may you have a wonderful winter break.  See you in 2021 !

Dec 18, 202014:02
Episode 23: Virtual Learning Schedule
Nov 19, 202023:05
Episode 22: Family chat about Scott Gymnasium, winter sports update, and Chamber of Commerce Festival of Trees

Episode 22: Family chat about Scott Gymnasium, winter sports update, and Chamber of Commerce Festival of Trees

Join us court side for an intimate chat with the family members of Barney Scott.  Discover the family perspective on a great man and our historic gymnasium.  We then gear up for winter sports with Athletic Directors and winter sports coaches.  The episode wraps up with the Chamber of Commerce Festival of Trees event.

Nov 09, 202049:56
Episode 21: County Covid Level Orange and Hybrid School Model

Episode 21: County Covid Level Orange and Hybrid School Model

Dr Eric Fish joins Superintendent Brandon Harpe, Director of Curriculum Lisa Ferguson and Troy Hubbard to discuss the recent County Covid level orange and how it impacts Seymour Community Schools with the new Hybrid classroom model.

Oct 15, 202019:57
Episode 20: PLC and PD with SMS along with Building Projects and eLearning Events

Episode 20: PLC and PD with SMS along with Building Projects and eLearning Events

Troy chats with Kristen Bear and Laci Skidmore on how the professional development is coordinated within the middle school personal learning communities.   Mr Harpe shares much anticipated news about the upcoming building expansions and renovations to accommodate our growing demands.  Lisa Ferguson finishes up the podcast with information on how Seymour Community Schools is equipping staff to meet the challenges of virtual education.

Oct 05, 202034:28
Episode 19: Best Practices with Virtual Learning and professional development on Sept 15

Episode 19: Best Practices with Virtual Learning and professional development on Sept 15

Virtual Learning chat with teachers: Kristi Burbrink, Alex Zaring, and Tech Support Specialist, Shawn Mahoney.  Lisa and Troy join Smekens rep  Courtney Gordon for a chat about professional development on our Sept 15 eLearning day.

Sep 14, 202030:53
Episode 18: Seymour Schools Re-Entry plan for the 2020-21 School Year

Episode 18: Seymour Schools Re-Entry plan for the 2020-21 School Year

In this very important episode, Lisa Ferguson breaks down the Seymour Schools re-entry plan for the start of the school year.   The covid-19 pandemic has touched all of our lives and Seymour Community Schools is working hard to ensure a safe start to the school year.  Be sure to share this episode with friends and families.

Jul 03, 202027:30
Episode 17: Family Survey and Athletics Update

Episode 17: Family Survey and Athletics Update

Troy Hubbard and Lisa Ferguson share how important the Family Survey is to Seymour Community Schools.  Anna DeGante interprets the conversion for our Spanish speaking guests.  The second part of the podcast gives an update athletics and summer training with Dave Urbanski and Kirk Manns.

Jun 18, 202020:41
2020 Episode 16: Class Scheduling and Dyslexia

2020 Episode 16: Class Scheduling and Dyslexia

High School and Middle class scheduling can be a complex process.  Tune in to hear how Nikki Storey and Janet VanLiew prepare for scheduling classes for their students.  Mrs Catherine Dubois is also joining the conversation with insight on Dyslexia services at Seymour Community Schools.

May 22, 202020:24
Episode 15: Mental Wellness for all
May 04, 202023:58
Episode 14: Cybe Savvy - Guardians of the Cyberverse with Office Williams, Mr Hubbard, and Lisa Ferguson

Episode 14: Cybe Savvy - Guardians of the Cyberverse with Office Williams, Mr Hubbard, and Lisa Ferguson

Tune in to this very important message on Cyber Safety and best practices for eLearning in the home.  Many practical steps are sharing to ensure your home learning environment is Cyber Smart and Cyber Safe.

Apr 10, 202022:00
Episode 13: A Bit of Sunshine Online with Mr and Mrs Hubbard, Lisa Ferguson, Lisa Freeman, and Shawn Mahoney
Mar 31, 202022:54
Episode 12: 6gc anti-vaping club, Mayor Nicholson, Jackson Elementary news

Episode 12: 6gc anti-vaping club, Mayor Nicholson, Jackson Elementary news

Students from the 6th grade center join Officer Keith William to share the dangers of vaping.  Tune in to hear how our students went to the State House to educate our students.  Mayor Nicholson visited with Mr Harpe and Mrs Ferguson to discuss the future of Seymour schools and the city.  Be sure to stay near to hear about all of the exciting events at  Jackson Elementary.

Feb 20, 202046:56
Episode 11: Cortland update, WIDA testing, New Student Information System, and Strategic Planning

Episode 11: Cortland update, WIDA testing, New Student Information System, and Strategic Planning

Tune in as we chat with  principal, Lori Lister for an update on Cortland Elementary.  Diane Altemeyer joins in the conversation to share WIDA and "Testmester".  Learn more about  the new student information system with assistant Superintendent, Lisa Ferguson and Director of Technology, Brian Rodman.  We wrap this episode as Mrs Ferguson and Superintendent Mr  Harpe share  Strategic Planning goals for Seymour Community Schools.

Jan 17, 202037:42
Episode 10: Timberline Marketing, Counselors, Dyslexia, and Emerson

Episode 10: Timberline Marketing, Counselors, Dyslexia, and Emerson

This episode features the Marketing team from Timberline.  Tune in to hear what they have discovered about Seymour Community Schools.  We then check in with our school counseling team and find out what is on our student's minds.  Our last stop is at Emerson elementary where we learn about Dyslexia services from Mrs. DuBois and then wrap up this episode with the latest news from Mrs. Kelly and the  Emerson team.

Dec 17, 201901:00:43
Episode 9: Mellencamp Mural, eSports, and Transportation

Episode 9: Mellencamp Mural, eSports, and Transportation

This episode starts off downtown by This Old Guitar as students help paint the John Mellencamp mural. We then take a deep dive into HS eSports in Indiana and finish up with Tim Fosbrink, Director of School Transportation.

Nov 26, 201936:13
Episode 8: Multilingual Certification, Redding Elementary Update, and SHS News Podcast

Episode 8: Multilingual Certification, Redding Elementary Update, and SHS News Podcast

Tune is as Diane Altemeyer shares how to become Multilingual Certified.  We will drop in at Redding Elementary  to hear about "Hornet pride" and current events.  We will then wrap up with the Seymour High School yearbook class as they begin their own podcast adventure.

Nov 25, 201920:25
Episode 7: Red Ribbon Week, Food Services, and Protocol for Pests

Episode 7: Red Ribbon Week, Food Services, and Protocol for Pests

Join us as we kick off Red Ribbon Week around Seymour.  We will also find out what's yummy with food services and hear how our experts eradicate pests.

Oct 09, 201958:01
Owl Pellet - eLearning

Owl Pellet - eLearning

This "pellet" of news explains the expectations for the planning day on October 3rd and the eLearning day on April 24th.

Sep 19, 201905:27
Episode 6: ILP, IEP, PBIS - helping staff and students

Episode 6: ILP, IEP, PBIS - helping staff and students

Language learning plans, Elevation, Special Education, and Positive behavior strategies.

Sep 09, 201936:26
Episode 5: Start of School 2019-2020

Episode 5: Start of School 2019-2020

Tune in to hear from Mr Harpe and our administrators share what's new for this school year.

Aug 30, 201927:09
Episode 4: Student Interviews and Dyslexia Services

Episode 4: Student Interviews and Dyslexia Services

Tune in to hear MS students writing to make a difference, catch Emerson teachers taking a swing and reading and baseball, cheer on the Champions Together track meet, and find out how Seymour Schools will be serving our students with Dyslexia.

Jul 05, 201937:26
Episode 3 - Professional Learning Communities
Apr 19, 201918:06
Episode 2 - Summer Professional Development

Episode 2 - Summer Professional Development

 Guests: Greg Prange, Steve Bush, Justin Brown, Tony Hack, Lori Lister, Karla Bohle, Brandon Harpe

Discuss professional development opportunities for summer 2019

Apr 19, 201911:44
Episode 1 - eLearning

Episode 1 - eLearning

 

Guests: Brian Rodman, Lisa Ferguson, Mika Ahlbrand, Dianne Altemeyer, Troy Hubbard

A look at eLearning opportunities for Seymour Community Schools

Apr 19, 201920:30
Episode 0 - Welcome

Episode 0 - Welcome

Welcome to our very first pod cast episode.

Apr 19, 201900:53