Talking Heads

This month on The Talking Heads, we get candid about our journey into D.E.I. work. Special guest Elaina Holsey joins the podcast to talk about her work with Single Story, Inc. and her work as Oakhill's S.E.E.D. (Seeking Educational Equity and Diversity) leader. The Heads also discuss how Oakhill's D.E.I. work is furthering its mission of making each student, staff, and community member feel known and valued. We'll also find out how our Heads celebrated the Chief's Super Bowl win and how they prepared for Spring Break. Also joining the Heads is Maggie Newhouse, ODS Director of Student Affairs, to chime in on the conversation. Enjoy!

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Premiere Date: March 7, 2023

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This month on The Talking Heads, our Heads get unfiltered while talking, having a filter on and offline. Oakhill works hard to teach students how to live the Lifeskills, but what happens when they go online? Communication gets tricky with a screen involved, and we will unpack it all with today's special guest, Mrs. Sara Verwers, Oakhill's Techbrarian, with knowledge of all things online. We'll also find out how our Heads have kicked off the cold start to the second semester. Enjoy!

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We'd love to hear from you! What do you think about filters on and offline? Please leave us a message.

Premiere Date: January 30, 2023

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This month on The Talking Heads, our Heads are flying solo and giving their hot takes on hot education topics. In the digital age, is it essential to still teach students how to read a clock, write in cursive, learn measurements, and more? We'll also find out what our Heads have planned for the holidays as Winter Break quickly approaches. Enjoy!

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We'd love to hear from you! What things did you learn to do as a child that you think should be given more time in today's academic landscape? Please leave us a message.

Premiere Date: December 15, 2022

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This month on The Talking Heads, our Heads dive into the next steps after a student receives a diagnosis. Finding out your child needs more academic or emotional support can be stressful; that's why Oakhill's Learning Specialist, Delaney Zimmermann, and Wellness Counselor, Abby Pavlisin, are on the podcast to help give parents ways to go from diagnosis to academic success! Also, on the podcast, the Heads share how they get ready for the holidays. Enjoy the show!

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Premiere Date: November 30, 2022

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This month on The Talking Heads, we welcome Oakhill Upper School Division Director Margaret Sarver to the podcast! Then, our Heads sit back and listen to a few members of the ODS teaching staff explain what makes them happy to teach. The team then discusses the impact each of those teachers brings to the school community, especially their classrooms. The Heads also dive into Halloween and the hustle and bustle of school life in the Fall!

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Remember to leave a shout-out to your teachers! What about your teacher makes you smile? We'd love to hear from you! Please leave us a message.

Premiere Date: October 31, 2022

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The Talking Heads welcome Audra Olson, 5th Grade Teacher, back to the podcast to dive deeper into Conscious Discipline. The team discusses teacher training, implementation, and what has been working so far as the Oakhill teaching staff progress on their journey into positive social and emotional learning. Also, on the podcast, the Heads talk football and the start of Autumn!

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Are you anxious to try Conscious Discipline at home? Leave us any questions about the process, and we will answer them in a future podcast with Audra! Leave us a message

Premiere Date: September 29, 2022

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The Talking Heads are back, refreshed, and ready to take on a new season of conversations in all things education. To kick off season two, the Heads are talking to Oakhill Athletic Director Taylor Clevenger about the importance of movement on classroom management, success, and athletics at Oakhill. Also, on the podcast, we hear about the Heads' adventures over the summer months, and Ms. G reveals her secret talent! 

What do you do to encourage movement at home? We want to hear how your family stays active! Leave us a message

Premiere Date: September 6, 2022

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That's a wrap! Our first season of the Oakhill Taking Heads Podcast is coming to an end. What better way to end the season than by catching up with a few of our alumni! Join us as The Heads talk portrait of an Oakhill graduate. What does it mean to be an Oakhill graduate, what are they doing, and where are they now? Chatting with our Heads are alumni Alex Diaz ('12), Anthony Giordano ('13), Harrison Feaster ('14), Delaney Clawson ('16), Connor Carlson ('17), and a special surprise, Brady McCanles ('14). This episode is longer than usual, but these former students blew us away; we couldn't help ourselves. We have bankers, filmmakers, golf professionals, and scientists repping Oakhill every day! Hear all about it for yourself directly from the alumni.

Also, this is our last episode of the season, but don't worry; we will be back in August for season 2 of Talking Heads!

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What did you think about season 1 of Talking Heads? Is there something you want the Heads to cover next season? We want to hear from you! Leave us a Message

Premiere Date: May 24, 2022

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Intro - Froze Egg by Lame Drivers CC

Transitions - Triple and Live It (Instrumental) by Ketsa CC

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This month, our heads are talking internet safety and cyber security. In an increasingly digital world, the conversation is not whether or not to give students technology but how we can keep them safe while using technology. Join us as The Heads talk about their own technological woes and how the school has pivoted to make the tech students bring with them part of the school day. Stick around as guest experts join us, Oakhill's Innovation Specialist Sara Verwers and 8th Grade parent, and Chief Information Security Officer Cindi Carter. They will walk us through simple steps to get your family one step closer to being safe and secure online.

Get more info about keeping your family safe online: Visit staysafeonline.org for more information!

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Premiere Date: April 14, 2022

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Intro - Froze Egg by Lame Drivers CC

Transitions - Triple and Live It (Instrumental) by Ketsa CC

This month, our heads are talking parenting and discipline. Parenting is one of the most challenging jobs that a person can have, and there is no guidebook. Join us as The Heads talk about their parenting journeys, discuss questions from Oakhill parents, and more! Then stick around for the show's second half, where 5th-grade teacher Audra Olson will walk us through Conscious Discipline, a comprehensive emotional intelligence and classroom management system that integrates all learning domains (social, emotional, physical, cultural, and cognitive).

Want to bring Conscious Discipline into your home? Visit Conscious Discipline for Parents and download free resources!

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Premiere Date: March 10, 2022

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Intro - Froze Egg by Lame Drivers CC

Transitions - Triple and Live It (Instrumental) by Ketsa CC