D128 Voices

Community High School District 128

Welcome to D128 Voices, where we highlight excellence, one story at a time. Each episode features a story to celebrate in Community High School District 128. The podcast host is D128 Superintendent Marc Schaffer.

Episodes

  1. May 12

    D128 Voices -- May 2026

    Episode ​8 of D128 Voices highlights ​Information Technology in District 128. D128 ​I​T Director Temple Murphy joins Superintendent Schaffer to discuss IT​ in D128, including AI, cybersecurity, and​ more.   Transcript

    21 min

  2. Apr 14

    D128 Voice -- April 2026

    Episode 7 of D128 Voices highlights the District 128 Special Olympics Program. D128 Special Olympics  Coordinator and Coach Andy Compton, and student-athletes Marko Pastar and Max Amjadi, join Superintendent Schaffer to discuss the wide array of athletic opportunities for D128 Special Olympics athletes, the unified basketball team's recent state championship, and what it's like to be partners on the D128 Storm.   Transcript

    24 min

  3. Mar 10

    D128 Voices -- March 2026

    Episode 6 of D128 Voices spotlights our student Board of Education Representatives. D128 Superintendent Marc Schaffer welcomes LHS Board Rep Andy Trob and VHHS Board Rep Oliva Bush. Andy and Olivia talk to Dr. Schaffer about how their year has evolved as board reps, the highlights and surprises, opportunities, and advice they would give to other students planning to apply to be on next year’s team.   Transcript

    19 min

  4. Feb 10

    D128 Voices - February 2026

    Episode 5 of D128 Voices spotlights Transition Pathways. D128 Superintendent Marc Schaffer welcomes Pathways Supervisor Christi Steiner and Case Manager and Special Education Teacher Cory Burns to talk about the opportunities Pathways offers to young adults, the latest happenings there, and the newest microbusiness the young adults are running.   Transcript

    28 min

  5. Jan 20

    D128 Voices - January 2026

    Episode 4 of D128 Voices spotlights the Libertyville High School Band Program. D128 Superintendent Marc Schaffer welcomes Libertyville High School Band Director Adam Gohr and student band members Caroline Guiard and Aarna Mishra to discuss the busy and exciting year the band has had, what is coming up for them in the next few months, and how the band experience impacts students.   Transcript

    25 min

  6. 12/09/2025

    D128 Voices - December 2025

    Episode 3 of D128 Voices spotlights the D128 Foundation for Learning. Superintendent Marc Schaffer sits down with Foundation Chair Erica Rendall and Secretary Melissa Lenczycki to recap the recent BIG EVENT, share what’s next on the Foundation’s horizon, and explore how its initiatives continue to enrich the educational experiences of D128 students.   Transcript

    21 min

  7. 11/11/2025

    D128 Voices -- November 2025

    Superintendent Marc Schaffer welcomes Director of Equity and Inclusion Larry Varn, VHHS Senior Ginger Perry and LHS Junior Riley Henderson to the podcast to share their experiences while attending the first D128 DARING Ed Tour. In October, 45 students participated in the first tour that took them through Maryland and Washington, DC, blending college exploration, cultural immersion and shared reflection.   Transcript

    23 min

  8. 10/07/2025

    D128 Voices: Highlighting excellence, one story at a time

    Welcome to D128 Voices! In the inaugural episode, Community High School District 128 Superintendent Marc Schaffer welcomes College and Career Readiness Director Ben Rodriguez and students Emma Thompson (LHS '26) and Vaidehi Matkar (VHHS '27). They share their experiences in the Pathways Program and insights on how the D128 College and Career Readiness Program makes students future-ready.

    32 min
  • 8 Episodes

About

Welcome to D128 Voices, where we highlight excellence, one story at a time. Each episode features a story to celebrate in Community High School District 128. The podcast host is D128 Superintendent Marc Schaffer.

Information

  • Creator
    Community High School District 128
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 All Rights Reserved
  • Show Website
    D128 Voices