In this episode of the LFCS Talks podcast Troy sits down with two of LFCS's great teachers and discusses the very complicated topic of "What Do Kids Really Need". In this episode the team digs deep into the nuanced details of the topic. They discuss how much help to kids need, how much is too much or not enough, what does emotionally supporting kids look like, what kind of physical activity do kids need, and even talk about what it looks for kids to relax and decompress.

This episode is crammed full of value and we hope anyone who listens is able to grow from the wisdom these ladies bring to the table. 

Host: 
Troy Beyer 

Guests
Tammy Harrell - Librarian and Art Team Lead
Jenn Lansford - 6th Grade Teacher and Team Lead

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In this episode of LFCS Talks Troy has the opportunity to chat with two of LFCS team leads. Leslie Haas is our 4th grade team lead and Meagan Parnell is our 3rd grade team lead. Join the conversation to hear what 3rd and 4th grade is like at LFCS. 

They also side track on several very valuable tangents about student performance, student success, parent involvement, and the relationship between student success, GRIT, and intelligence. Don't miss out on hearing what these veterans and masters of education have to share. 

Host: 
Troy Beyer

Guests: 
Meagan Parnell - 3rd Grade Teacher and Team Lead
Leslie Haas - 4th Grade Teacher and Team Lead

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In this episode of the LFCS talks podcast Troy brings in John Luzzi (Vice Principal LCHS) and Jon Abbas (PE teacher, LC Teacher, and lots more) to talk about many things LCHS. 

The stories of both these men and their stories at LCHS are inspiring and insightful. There are so many great things going on at the High School we figured it would be a great topic for the podcast. We spend a lot of time talking about the K-8 program and sometimes in due to the differences in how a high school functions it's a little left out. 

This conversation fixes all that. LCHS is on the main stage and the John's do a fantastic job of really talking through what makes Liberty Charter High School so great.

This is a deep and incredibly powerful conversation don't miss it. 

Host: 
Troy Beyer

Guests: 
John Luzzi - Vice Principal LCHS
Jon Abbas - PE Teacher, Leadership Council Teacher, Coach, and much more.

In this episode of the LFCS talk podcast, Troy interviews two of LFCS's bright starts, Kim Pepin and Allie Senterfitt, about the daily activities of an LFCS classroom. There are so many details and deliberate processes that go in to educating, nurturing, igniting, and equipping students for future success. This episode is a great time and today guests share invaluable information. 

If you've ever wondered how we make sure we're on the right track, how a classroom day is organized, or what strategies are used by teacher  to deliberately support students, this is your podcast. 

Host: 
Troy Beyer

Guests: 
Kim Pepin - Liberty Academy Administrator and Previous Teacher
Allie Senterfitt - Veteran 1st Grade Teacher and Team Lead

Welcome Debbie Bailey to the podcast. Debbie is the President of the Parent Team Leadership Council (PTLC). In this episode we dig into the details of all things PTLC, what PTLC does, what events do they put on, how to volunteer with PTLC, and so much more.

The PTLC is a huge part of why LFCS is a great place to be and there are ways for any parent who wants to be involved. Enjoy this conversation and we'll look for you in the coming year on campus!

Host:
Troy Beyer - LFCS Program Director of Specialized Student Programs and Communication

Guest:
Debbie Bailey - LFCS Parent and PTLC President

LFCS website: http://www.lfcsinc.org

This episode of LFCS Talks is blazing a new path for the podcast. In this episode Debbie Beyer and Steve Robinson dive into the deep end of Charter School fundamentals. If you've ever wondered what it takes to start and run a charter, this is the episode that you've been waiting for.

This episode should be a prerequisite for anyone wanting to send their child to a charter or work at a Charter School. Charter Schools are so much more than just the school you love There are many details that go into a Charter School coming into existing, continuing to exist, and even more into making one thrive.

Yet again, DO NOT MISS this episode with two of LFCS's greatest minds.

Host:
Troy Beyer - LFCS Program Director of Specialized Student Programs and Communication

Guests:
Debbie Beyer - LFCS Executive Director
Steve Robinson - LFCS Chief Business Officer

LFCS website: http://www.lfcsinc.org

In this episode we talk with Kim Pepin, the newest member of the LFCS Admin Team. She has held roles at LFCS ranging from Kindergarten Teacher to P.E. Teacher to 5th Grade Lead Teacher and more. This is another don't miss episode where Kim digs into why she does what she does. Her experience at LFCS will be a huge asset to our team. 

Don't miss this opportunity to listen to insights from one of LFCS's most  experienced people.

This podcast serves as a means of consistent communication with our local LFCS family and potentially the outside world. We will be releasing weekly or every other week podcasts that will include updates on current events inside LFCS and interviews with our fantastic staff and other individuals that can add value for our families.

LFCS website: http://www.lfcsinc.org

Host: Troy Beyer - LFCS Program Director of Specialized Student Services

Interviewee: Dr. Stacey Harrell - LFCS Director of Curriculum Instruction

In this episode Troy sits down with Dr. Stacey Harrell and talks about her 23 years of experience with LFCS as a founding LFCS staff member. Dr. Harrell has served students at LFCS since the very beginning. She has taught 2nd grade, run our counseling program, been the lead for our math department, mentored many of our staff, and a great deal more.

Don't miss this opportunity to listen to the insights of one of LFCS's great minds.

This podcast serves as a means of consistent communication with our local LFCS family and potentially the outside world. We will be releasing weekly or every other week podcasts that will include updates on current events inside LFCS and interviews with our fantastic staff and other individuals that can add value for our families.

LFCS website: http://www.lfcsinc.org

Host: Troy Beyer - LFCS Program Director of Specialized Student Services

Interviewee: Dr. Stacey Harrell - LFCS Director of Curriculum Instruction

Welcome back to the first episode of season two of the LFCS Talks podcast. In this episode Troy Beyer interviews our Freedom Academy Administrator, Amanda Icenhower. Amanda has been with LFCS for 13 years and has done everything from teach in a 1st grade classroom to be the first and founding member of the Freedom Academy Homeschool team.

Troy and Amanda take a deep dive into what homeschool is, the cultural changes that have caused the recent explosion in the homeschool arena, and advice for homeschool parents and parents who have their children in brick and mortar alike. This episode, just like all our episodes is a do not miss!!

This podcast serves as a means of consistent communication with our local LFCS family and potentially the outside world. We will be releasing weekly or every other week podcasts that will include updates on current events inside LFCS and interviews with our fantastic staff and other individuals that can add value for our families.

LFCS website: http://www.lfcsinc.org

Host: Troy Beyer - LFCS Program Director of Specialized Student Services

Interviewee: Amanda Icenhower - LFCS Freedom Academy Administrator

Welcome to the long anticipated Part 2 of the Jerry Keough interview!!! Jerry Keough is one of our leading founders of Literacy First. Jerry is responsible for building the foundation that we still stand on. He taught 3rd grade in his first year, was the Chief Business officer for 21 years, managed the purchase of all the campuses we currently own, and has (and still does) mentored many those who lead LFCS today. 

To say that LFCS would not be LFCS without Jerry Keough would be an accurate statement. This interview is broke into two sections. DO NOT MISS THIS INTERVIEW. 

This podcast serves as a means of consistent communication with our local LFCS family and potentially the outside world. We will be releasing weekly or every other week podcasts that will include updates on current events inside LFCS and interviews with our fantastic staff and other individuals that can add value for our families. 

LFCS website: http://www.lfcsinc.org