100% All In From District 123

Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123
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100% All-In From District 123 celebrates the unstoppable spirit of Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123. Here, being “all in” means more than just showing up, it’s reflective of the “Ganbatte” mindset of always moving forward, giving your very best, no matter the challenge. From bold ideas to real classroom impact, you’ll hear the stories from D123 educators who keep our mission alive and our momentum strong.

Episodes

  1. Apr 29

    From D123 Student to PTA President: Making an Impact in Your School Community

    At Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123, our 100% All-In mindset goes beyond the classroom walls and spreads throughout our community. Just as our staff and students persevere and are 100% All-In every day at school, our families are also 100% All-In to ensure continuous growth and success as a community. Listen to this episode as Superintendent Dr. Paul Enderle speaks with Hometown Elementary School's PTA President, Zac Christianson, about how our community comes together to support all of our students and families.

    23 min
  2. The Making of a Successful Cheer Team

    Mar 11

    The Making of a Successful Cheer Team

    In this episode, we celebrate the successful Oak Lawn-Hometown Middle School Cheer Team. Join Superintendent Dr. Paul Enderle and coaches Jen DiSalvo and Adriana Lopez as they dive into how these athletes leveled up their Flexible Thinking, became ultimate Productive Teammates, and persevered over obstacles. Hear how a 100% All-In mindset can lead to an award-winning season.

    25 min
  3. The Importance of Assistive Technology in Schools

    Jan 28

    The Importance of Assistive Technology in Schools

    Listen to Superintendent Dr. Paul Enderle and D123 Assistive Technologist Janet Kennedy as they discuss how assistive technology tools help drive our students to success. From research and technological evolution to rewarding stories and challenges, learn how assistive technology is used in District 123 and how it advances our 100% All-in mission and Ganbatte mindset every day.

    23 min
  4. D123 Teachers Take on Wheel of Fortune

    12/19/2025

    D123 Teachers Take on Wheel of Fortune

    What happens when you go on a famous game show? These two District 123 teachers, Brenda Sweetser and Cherie Noisette, talk about their experiences on the long-running show Wheel of Fortune on this episode of 100% All-In.

    30 min
  5. Teaching Adults at District 123

    12/02/2025

    Teaching Adults at District 123

    What is an instructional coach and what do they do? Superintendent Dr. Paul Enderle sits down with Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123 Instructional Coach Colleen Koch to discuss the importance of the role in education. Learn about the art of teaching, and see how helping teachers grow leads to stronger student learning.

    25 min
  6. Building a Math Community

    11/14/2025

    Building a Math Community

    How do you make math meaningful? How do you build a deeper understanding of mathematics? Are you a math person? Find out the answer to these questions and more as Superintendent Dr. Paul Enderle sits down with Academic Support Teacher Rebecca Malone and Math Support Teacher Maureen Finnegan to discuss building a math community at Hometown Elementary School.

    29 min

  7. 10/30/2025

    The Power of Yet: District 123 Educators Lead Girls on the Run Program

    In this episode, D123 Superintendent Dr. Paul Enderle sits down with enrichment teacher Jori Koster to discuss the Girls on the Run Program. This extracurricular activity is more than just a club and the students learn more than just how to run. Listen to learn how students set goals, how they see personal growth, and how they use the power of "yet" in their everyday conversations.

    24 min

  8. 10/09/2025

    Enhancing Student Engagement: District 123 Introduces Stylus Pens

    Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123 Superintendent Dr. Paul Enderle sits down with Robert Strickland, a 5th grade teacher at Hannum Elementary School to discuss the 100% All-In mindset in action.

    24 min
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About

100% All-In From District 123 celebrates the unstoppable spirit of Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123. Here, being “all in” means more than just showing up, it’s reflective of the “Ganbatte” mindset of always moving forward, giving your very best, no matter the challenge. From bold ideas to real classroom impact, you’ll hear the stories from D123 educators who keep our mission alive and our momentum strong.

Information

  • Creator
    Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123
  • Show Website
    100% All In From District 123