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The GIPS Cast

Grand Island Public Schools

The official podcast of Grand Island Public Schools in Nebraska. The GIPS Cast is a conversation-based podcast exploring the world of public education thru the voices of one of Nebraska’s largest, most diverse school districts. #WeAreGIPS

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78 episodes

  1. Belonging at Wasmer Elementary w/ Miss Luber - Ep. 077 31:08
  2. Ask Mr. Fisher (almost) Anything - Ep. 076 34:04
  3. Intermission for July & Updates for 2026-27 4:50
  4. Advocating for Every Student w/ Breanna McDonald, Lincoln Elementary 27:55
  5. Making Poetry Accessible to All w/ Nebraska State Poet Jewel Rodgers & Tessa Bockoven, GISH Senior 41:00
  6. Life as a Middle School Social Studies Teacher w/ Ms. Jen Kramer 21:03
  7. Student Voice & Leading the Mentoring Movement w/ Angie, Reagan, & Zuri and Mentor Nebraska 33:52
  8. Public Schools, The Trades, & Community Impact w/ Brian Levander 22:06
  9. SkillsUSA, Robotics, & The Power of CTE at Senior High w/ Max Mendez, GISH Senior 25:07
  10. Making Money Make Sense in Middle School w/ Mr. Blake Teichmeier 30:41
  11. Cultivating a Sense of Home in Grand Island w/ Laura Gambora Urrego, GISH Class of 2016 39:03
  12. Middle School Advocacy at the State Legislature w/ Sen. Dan Quick & Barr 8th Graders 24:50
  13. Building a Sense of Belonging at School w/ Whitney Flower 33:31
  14. 100 Years of the 'Crosstown Clash' Barr vs Walnut Football Game 18:48
  15. Literacy & Self-Expression Thru 4th Grade Personal Narratives w/ Dodge & Wasmer Elementaries 27:08
  16. Budget & Planning for the Future of GIPS w/ Matt Fisher 26:11
  17. From Classroom to Clinics: Inside the GISH Medical Academy w/ Greg Schlegel 42:16
  18. Staffing Updates for 2025-26 w/ Matt Fisher & Brian Kort 33:31
  19. Making Math Curriculum Count w/ Dr. Danielle Buhrman, Andrea Hermance, & Danielle Dudo 42:22
  20. Making History Thru Inclusion with Unified Track & Field w/ Andrea Hill 40:48
  21. Active Learning in 2nd Grade w/ Mrs. Thornton 22:01
  22. Helping Students Find Their Voice Thru Middle School Speech w/ Kathryn Zeller 22:17
  23. Building a Culture of Consistency for Student Athletes w/ Coach Pat Doyle 31:44
  24. Empowering Beautiful Connections with GlamourGals w/ Alexia, Isabel, Katherin, & Angie 28:52
  25. The "Art" of Teaching 5th Grade w/ Jason Weseman 21:54
  26. Feeding Students & "Lunch Lady" Career Reflections w/ Kris Spellman 40:23
  27. Wellness Advocacy & HOSA Healthcare Fair w/ Megan Stone & Aksam Dodban 36:21
  28. The Future of the GISH Girls Basketball Program w/ Chris Ladwig & Kathryn Langrehr 32:26
  29. Welding & Building a Brand w/ Bryn Otto, GISH Class of 2022 34:21
  30. Learning How to Learn: The Science of Pre-School w/ Amber O'Hara & Beki Piel 24:30
  31. GISH Senior Launch & Completing the FAFSA w/ GISH Counselors & EducationQuest 22:55
  32. Lanzamiento de GISH Para Estudiantes en su último año de High School y cómo Completar la FAFSA 11:58
  33. A Heart for Teaching & Celebrating Students w/ Michelle Thorne - Wasmer Elementary 33:06
  34. Inspiring Kids & Impacting Community One Dance at a Time w/ Nicole Hicken, GISH Class of 2006 24:15
  35. Planting Seeds for Success Thru Alternative Programs w/ Dr. Ken DeFrank 47:28
  36. The Power of Community & Returning Home w/ Ashley Parra Valencia, GISH Class of 2020 40:11
  37. Building a Culture of Positivity for Students & Staff w/ Nate Balcom - Newell Elementary 24:44
  38. 2024-25 GIPS Budget Updates w/ Matt Fisher & Virgil Harden 44:52
  39. Inspiring Lifelong Learning Thru U.S. History w/ Tyler Madison - Walnut Middle School 28:32
  40. Empowering Early Childhood Literacy w/ Megan Ahrens, Jocelyn Bloom, & Irene Cuellar 28:26
  41. Preparing for the 2024-25 School Year w/ Principals Kayla Wichman & Jessica Schroeder 27:45
  42. Favorite School Year Moments, Budget Updates, & Looking to 2024-25 w/ Matt Fisher, Superintendent 29:34
  43. A Vision for Grand Island & Becoming Mayor for a Day w/ Saybel Raez Almaguer, Walnut Middle School 12:34
  44. Holocaust Education & Writing On 'Moral Courage' w/ Owen Williams, GISH Junior 22:01
  45. 3rd Grade Authors & Zoo Projects w/ Breanna Salinas, Alison Zitterkopf, & Tonia Schmall, Starr Elementary 20:37
  46. Reflecting on a Career in Education w/ Mrs. Cindy Wells 28:07
  47. GISH Going "Cell Phone Free" w/ Jeff Gilbertson, Megan Stone, Adi Beltran, & Nate Helzer 51:38
  48. Becoming a State Champion & Inspiring the Next Generation w/ Anyia Roberts & Coach Evans 27:45
  49. Arranging Jazz Music w/ Kevin Parra Vazquez, GISH Senior 26:43
  50. Mental Health & Wellness Matters w/ Dr. Summer Stephens & Rebecca Duran Meyer 48:31