On this episode of the Banning USD Real Talk Podcast, we’re joined by our Director of Instructional Services, Marcia Cole-Fijabi. She leads the District’s academic programs, supporting teachers and students to ensure high-quality learning across all schools.

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On this episode of the Banning USD Real Talk Podcast, we’re joined by Nylea Smith — a high school senior and multi-sport athlete whose hard work, leadership, and dedication make her a true standout in our school community. 

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On this episode of the Banning USD Real Talk Podcast, we’re excited to welcome our new Student Board Member, Mary Adeife Britto. She’s a high school senior who will be joining the Board of Education this school year, bringing the student voice directly to the table.

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On today’s episode of the Banning USD Real Talk Podcast, we’re joined by our Director of Child Nutrition Services, Craig Pulsipher, who leads the team that fuels student success every day with healthy and nutritious meals.

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Welcome back to Season 3 of Banning Real Talk! Today’s guest is Byron Williams — a proud Banning High graduate who’s returned to serve his community in a big way. As the new Assistant Principal at Nicolet Middle School, he’s bringing heart, hustle, and hometown pride to a leadership role that impacts our youth every day.

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Welcome back to a brand-new school year on the Real Talk Podcast! In this episode, Superintendent Davis, Angel, and Edith are kicking things off  for the 2025-26 school year with excitement, reflections, and a fresh dose of We Are Banning spirit. 

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Today, Superintendent Davis and Mr. Baker are sitting down with two amazing 5th grade students, Melanie Avila and Zaden Zamudio.  They were the winners of the District Science Fair competition, and they are here to tell us about their experience, creative process and how they are getting ready for Middle School.  

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Today, Superintendent Davis and Mr. Baker are sitting down with Jennifer Gonzalez from New Horizons High School who was recently honored with the Student of the Month award.  She overcame challenges, completed all her coursework, and graduated!  She has a bright future ahead.  

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Today, Superintendent Davis and Mr. Baker are sitting down with Mark Pearson.  Get ready to be inspired as we chat with an exceptional elementary P.E. teacher and proud recipient of the Teacher of the Year award, who is shaping young lives through health, fitness, and fun!  

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Today, Superintendent Davis and Mr. Baker are sitting down with Adrian Casillas, a standout student at Banning High School who was recently honored with the Student of the Month award.  He not only excels academically, but he is a key player on the boys' varsity soccer team, balancing sports and school like a pro.  

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