Let’s Be Here For It

Orland School District 135
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Orland School District 135’s monthly podcast that will tackle popular topics within education!

  1. APR 30

    S3E8: Innovator Expo Wrap Up with Jon, Mason, and Vivienne

    On this episode of "Let's Be Here For It", Dave and Allie talk to three students who participated in the second annual Innovator Expo on April 14th, 2026. The three students talk about the projects that they presented on and the overall feeling at the Innovator Expo.

    26 min

  2. APR 2

    S3E7: Breaking Down the Spring Calendar

    On this episode of "Let's Be Here For It", Dave and Allie talk about the exciting events that are on the horizon for D135 students and staff! April and May are very busy months, and they give a quick recap of everything that families can look forward to.

    18 min

  3. FEB 27

    S3E6: Chatting About IGSMA With Libby, Caius, and Jasmine

    On this episode of "Let's Be Here For It", Dave and Allie sit down with three students from Century Jr High, Libby, Caius, and Jasmine, to talk about IGSMA Solo and Ensemble Competition. Dave and Allie also discuss the 11 staff members who were recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education.

    24 min

  4. JAN 29

    S3E5: The Who, What, Why of Instructional Coaches & PLCs

    On this episode of "Let's Be Here For It", Dave and Allie hear about PLCs from Director of Curriculum Jen Nichols. Then they are joined by the District's Instructional Coaches to hear about what they do in the District and how they assist our staff and students every day!

    32 min

  5. 12/18/2025

    S3E4: The End of the Year Wrap Up With Meadow Ridge

    On this episode of Let's Be Here For It, Dave and Allie are joined by the administrators from Meadow Ridge School, Lisa Weston, Jackie Baker, and Megan Trovato. They discuss all the exciting activities and events happening at Meadow, as well as what they are looking forward to next school year.

    12 min

  6. 10/31/2025

    S3E3: High Point, Veteran's Day, and Conferences

    On this episode of "Let's Be Here For It", Allie and Dave sit down with the new administrators at High Point School: David LaFrance and Amber Lokanc. They talk all about the High Point culture and expectations for the year, as well as their Exemplary Status from the Illinois State Report Card. Allie and Dave also preview Veterans Day activities around the District and review Parent Teacher Conference information. It's an episode you don't want to miss!

    22 min

  7. 09/25/2025

    S3E2: Jerling Jr High Becomes Apple Distinguished

    One this episode of "Let's Be Here For It", Dave and Allie are at Jerling Jr High, the newest school to receive the Apple Distinguished recognition. They sit down with two teachers who had roles in achieving this great accomplishment, and they also talk with Mr. Prorok about the great achievements happening within the classrooms. It's an episode you don't want to miss!

    36 min

  8. 08/28/2025

    S3E1: Back for Another Year with Special Guests!

    The 2025-2026 school year has officially begun, and Dave and Allie are looking forward to another great school year! On this episode of "Let's Be Here For It", they discuss all of the exciting events that the first week of school brought and what they are looking forward to this year with Liberty Principal and Assistant Principal, Kristin Beeler and Mike Hawrysio. They are also joined by Board President, Nichole Browner, to talk about what she is looking forward to this year!

    18 min
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Orland School District 135’s monthly podcast that will tackle popular topics within education!

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  • Creator
    Orland School District 135
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023 All rights reserved.
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