24 episodes
Talking Heads Oakhill Day School
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Talking Heads is precisely that, the Oakhill Day School Head of School and Division Directors discussing the hot topics of the day at Oakhill Day School in Gladstone, Missouri. This monthly podcast features special guests who share their knowledge and expertise with the Oakhill Community!
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Ranch Dressing & Raising Minds: Why We Teach!
Join us as we discover the heart and soul behind our educators' passion for teaching. But first, the Heads set the stage with a lively chat about binge-worthy TV shows for the chilly winter months.
Then, we sit down with an incredible lineup of Oakhill teachers: Terri Ferris, Alex Dickey, Dena Cole, Stephanie Lafferty, Leah Hyatt, Jaci Ebert, April Gunderson, and Becky Clemis. Together, we explore the unique motivations that led each of them to pursue a career in education, eventually bringing them to the ODS classroom. Tune in to hear their stories, insights, and heartfelt dedication to shaping the future of Oakhill students. This episode is sure to inspire and uplift as we celebrate the incredible educators who make Oakhill shine.
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Premiere Date: February 14, 2024
Audio Credits:
Intro - Oakhill Hype Song by U-Neek CC
Transitions - Triple and Live It (Instrumental) by Ketsa CC
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Pulling Back the Digital Curtain
This month, the Heads discuss preparations for the holiday season and movies before engaging in a conversation with K12itc President Brad Sandt. They delve into the behind-the-scenes efforts of his company to maintain Oakhill's technology infrastructure security amid the rising tide of cyber attacks. Brad also imparts valuable advice to the Heads on incorporating aspects of their school-focused strategies into their daily online lives.
Guest Bio:Brad Sandt is the Founder, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Menlo. Previously, he served as the Director of Technology at Park Hill School District. Brad Sandt is an alumnus of Park University, where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Management/Computer Information Systems. He has received training and holds certifications from prominent entities such as Cisco Systems, Microsoft, EMC, Citrix, VMware, and SAP Business Objects.
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Premiere Date: December 15, 2023
Audio Credits:
Intro - Oakhill Hype Song by U-Neek CC
Transitions - Triple and Live It (Instrumental) by Ketsa CC
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Educating with H.E.A.R.T.
This month, the Heads will explore the vital work of Oakhill's H.E.A.R.T. Team. Join special guests Delaney Zimmermann, Abby Pavlisin, and Chris Fernandez as they delve into the team's dedicated efforts to foster the mental and physical well-being of Oakhill students. Discover the impactful initiatives and strategies that make a difference in our school community. Tune in for an insightful conversation on creating a nurturing environment for our students' holistic growth. The Heads also talk turkey-time preparations. Enjoy!
Extra Content: Learn more about Oakhill's H.E.A.R.T. Team! Read Now
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Premiere Date: November 23, 2023
Audio Credits:
Intro - Oakhill Hype Song by U-Neek CC
Transitions - Triple and Live It (Instrumental) by Ketsa CC
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Welcome to Oakhill's New Era
Join us as the Heads go all in on Oakhill's new 2-year Fund-a-need project, the Welcome Project! Director of Auxiliary Services, Athletics, and Edupreneurship Taylor Clevenger and Oakhill Parent and Architect Aaron Ross join the heads to talk about how the project came to be and to give all of the details on what we hope to see change around campus within the next 2 years! Also, the Heads chat candy, Halloween, and all the fun things that come with the season!
View bonus content on the Oakhill website!
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Premiere Date: October 25, 2023
Audio Credits:
Intro - Froze Egg by Lame Drivers CC
Transitions - Triple and Live It (Instrumental) by Ketsa CC
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The ABCs of School Safety: Oakhill's Comprehensive Approach
In this episode, Kathryn Dodson, Director of Campus and Business Operations, joins the Heads to delve into the critical topic of school safety at Oakhill. Tune in to learn about our strategies for ensuring a secure environment and gain insight into Oakhill's holistic approach to campus safety. And, stay tuned for a recap of Parents' Night and more exciting updates as we kick off the fall season at Oakhill!
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Premiere Date: September 26, 2023
Audio Credits:
Intro - Froze Egg by Lame Drivers CC
Transitions - Triple and Live It (Instrumental) by Ketsa CC
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Oakhill 101
They're Baaaaack! And talkier than ever! Can you believe it? We are starting our third season of the Oakhill Taking Heads Podcast. It is amazing! We are super excited about the podcasts we have lined up for the upcoming season. But before we get too far into the school year, we wanted to spend a little time going over Oakhill 101 to give you insight into why we do what we do at Oakhill! Later in the podcast, special guest PTO President Tammy Wright is chatting with the heads to give everyone the scoop on what you can expect from your PTO in the 2023-2024 school year.
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Premiere Date: August 24, 2023
Audio Credits:
Intro - Froze Egg by Lame Drivers CC
Transitions - Triple and Live It (Instrumental) by Ketsa CC
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