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Inside the OSD
We know you’re busy and that we all have information overload. We also know that there is nothing more important than our kids and you want to know what’s going on in our schools. Our purpose is to educate and inform our listeners about timely topics and have a little fun doing it. We hope to give you an inside look at what life is like in our schools, and that is going to be fun because it's all about our kids!
Episodes
- Inside the OSD
S2 E2 - Welcoming New Educators to the OSD!
Dr. Bergstrom talks with three of our new educators to hear about their experiences so far and what they're looking forward to for the 2023-24 school year.
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S2 E1 - Getting Ready for Kindergarten Ft. Kindergarten Teachers
While the upcoming school year is on the minds of many right now, it has particular significance for kindergarten students and their families. In this episode…
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S1 E24 - Beauty and the Beast Ft. Oregon Straw Hat Players
When you think about Beauty and the Beast, it's hard to ignore the impact its musical scores have on the audience. In this week's episode, the Oregon Straw Hat…
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S1 E23 - Alumni Summer in the OSD
Summers in the Oregon School District are a great time for alumni to come home and visit. In this episode, we caught up with Blake Anderson, Isabel Bauer, and…
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S1 E22 - OHS Students at the Fair
In this episode we visit the Stoughton Fair to visit with OHS educator, Jillian Beaty and see firsthand the projects that some of her students are showing.
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S1 E21 - Class of 2023 Graduation Ft. Student Speakers
On this episode, we are fortunate to spend some time with the three graduates from the Class of 2023 who will be addressing their senior class at graduation…
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S1 E20 - Kindergarten Year in Review Ft. Mrs. Ingham and Students
Today we're visiting Ms. Ingham's kindergarten class at Prairie View Elementary to talk with some of our youngest students about their school year, what they…
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S1 E19 - Graduate Walks
A beloved tradition for OSD seniors is to take a walk through their former elementary schools. Today we’re going along to Brooklyn Elementary to hear about…
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S1 E18 - Goats in the OSD Ft. OMS Educators and Students
This past Sunday 20-30 goats were released in the forest area adjacent to Oregon Middle School as part of a forest restoration project! The goats are clearing…
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S1 E17 - Urban Challenge Ft. Kelly Manzeck
Each year, 7th grade students at Oregon Middle School participate in hands-on team learning experiences that take them outside the classroom. One of those…
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S1 E16 - Home Construction Class Ft. Chris Prahl
It takes a keen eye and a robust skill set to build a home. In today's episode, Dr. Bergstrom heads to the construction site to hear from OHS construction…
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S1 E15 - Getting Ready for Summer Semester Ft. Jason Zurawik& Brad Ashmore
We are proud to offer a robust Summer Semester program for students. In this episode, Dr. Leslie Bergstrom talks with Summer Semester Principals, Jason Zurawik…
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S1 E14 - Foreign Exchange Students
Oregon High School is proud to host a number of foreign exchange students. While these students come to the US to learn about our culture, we can learn just as…
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S1 E13 - School Safety Feat. Police Chief Pagenkopf
Keeping our students and staff safe is always our top priority. Today on Inside the OSD, we are talking with Oregon Police Department Chief Pagenkopf about the…
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S1 E12 - Black History Month Recap Feat. Desere Mayo
Today on Inside the OSD, we are talking with local resident artist, Desire Mayo, who will be discussing her artwork and connections to Black History Month.
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S1 E11 - Prom Formalwear Drive Feat. Nate Modjeski
Today on Inside the OSD we're talking with Junior student council representative, Nate Modjeski, about prom and the innovative way students are working…
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S1 E10 - Environmental Sustainability Feat. Bob Lindmeier
On this episode of Inside the OSD we are talking about environmental sustainability and climate change with Bob Lindmeier - longtime Oregon community member…
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S1 E9 - Snow Days Feat. NBC 15’s Brian Doogs
Inclement weather has the potential to impact all school districts in Wisconsin. The decision to call a snow day is very complex. In this episode, Dr…
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S1 E8 - Music Man Behind the Scenes
This week, Dr. Bergstrom visits with Oregon High School cast members of The Music Man, who are working hard in rehearsal to get ready for shows, which begin…
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S1 E7 - Fun in 4K! Feat. Lindsay Engelhart
4K registration for the 2023-2024 school year starts March 6 and we know incoming 4K families may have questions about our program and community-based sites…
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S1 E6 - It Takes a Village
"It takes a village to raise a child!" We hear this phrase often and we can apply it to the many caring adults in our school community who provide many…
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S1 E5 - Celebrating OSD Mentors
January is National Mentor Month and we have an amazing mentoring program in the OSD! Learn more about the Be A Champion Mentor program and how you can get…
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S1 E4 - A Focus on Teaching & Learning in the OSD Feat. Jim Pliner
Dr. Leslie Bergstrom sits down with Oregon High School Principal, Jim Pliner, and Instructional Coaches, Andrea Anderson and Brad Breunig, to discuss how OSD…
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S1 E3 - Alumni Tell All
Dr. Leslie Bergstrom met up with some recent alumni who are in town and participated in Alumni Day at Oregon High School. In this podcast we hear a little bit…
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S1 E2 - Best Books for Break Feat. Mark Lee & Kelly Allen
Dr. Leslie Bergstrom visits Brooklyn Elementary to get some ideas on how to engage kids in reading over winter break. Listen to tips from OSD librarian, Mark…
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S1 E1 - What’s For Lunch? Feat. Sarah Tomasiewicz
Oregon School District superintendent Dr. Leslie Bergstrom kicks off the podcast with a pilot episode highlighting the district's nutrition program and focus…