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.  

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! 

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. 

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! 

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!

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! 

On this episode of "Let's Be Here For It" Dave and Allie talk to three 8th grade students before they graduate and leave Orland School District 135. Jude, Josh and Narjess discuss their favorite memories from being a student as well as what they are looking forward to for next school year. 

On this episode of Let's Be Here For It, Dave and Allie recognize the numerous staff members retiring at the end of this school year and thank them for their hard work and dedication to D135. They also talk about the upcoming events and activities students can look forward to as we near the end of another school year. 

This episode of "Let's Be Here For It" is all about the IAR test. Dave and Allie break down exactly what it is and how the District uses the data behind the tests. Mrs. Lauren Bushwaller, Principal at Orland Jr High, stops by the podcast and talks about how OJH prepared the eagles for the IAR test with an exciting assembly full of surprises! 

On this episode of "Let's Be Here for It", Dave and Allie discuss all of the events that took place during the month of February, including the District Spelling Bee, PFE Volleyball Tournaments, and ISBE Those Who Excel Recognitions. They also took a look forward to the month of March and previewed all of the exciting events and activities that will be taking place.