The Dodger Download

The Dodger Download

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The Dodger Download episodes

  • #12 | 11/17/25 | Nik Moser

    Nik Moser is the Director of the Fort Dodge Community Schools Foundation, Head Coach of the Fort Dodge Senior High Football Team, and Head Coach of the Fort Dodge Senior High Track Team. We discuss how the Fort Dodge Community Schools Foundation supplements the Fort Dodge Community School District, upcoming events, board tidbits, and more!

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    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dodger-download/id1817640128
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    πŸ›‘ Support Our Episode Sponsor:

    Unity Point: https://www.unitypoint.org

    The Dodger Download is presented by Fort Dodge Community School District and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com).

    #SchoolBoardUpdate #EducationMatters #CommunityEducation #SchoolNews #DistrictDecisions #InsideTheSchools #PublicEducation #SchoolBoardPodcast #FortDodgeSchools #StudentSuccess #Proud2bFD

    33 min
  • #11 | 10/31/25 | Leah Glasgo

    This week, Josh Porter is joined by Unity Point CEO, Leah Glasgo. They discuss the importance of the CTE program at Fort Dodge Community School District, the impact on the community, the benefits to employers like Unity Point, board tidbits, upcoming events, and more!

    πŸ“Ή Career & Technical Education Videos:

    - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs4t2GYPKo40_MFalJKQQM8_AQEtr6Vh1

    πŸ”— 2025 Bond Information:

    - https://www.fdschools.org/page/school-facility-planning-2025

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    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fort-dodge-community-school-district
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    πŸ›‘ Support Our Episode Sponsor:

    Unity Point: https://www.unitypoint.org

    The Dodger Download is presented by Fort Dodge Community School District and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com).

    #SchoolBoardUpdate #EducationMatters #CommunityEducation #SchoolNews #DistrictDecisions #InsideTheSchools #PublicEducation #SchoolBoardPodcast #FortDodgeSchools #StudentSuccess #Proud2bFD

    30 min
  • #10 | 10/17/25 | Lindey Krug & Emily Klocke

    This week, Josh Porter is joined by Lindey Krug (Theater Director, Speech, Drama, and more) and Emily Klocke (Assistant Principal at Fort Dodge Senior High). They discuss their journeys to Fort Dodge Community School District, how the upcoming bond referendum will impact multiple departments within the school, the upcoming public forum that will help educate individuals on the forthcoming vote, and more!

    πŸ”— 2025 Bond Information:

    - https://www.fdschools.org/page/school-facility-planning-2025

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    Website: https://www.fdschools.org
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    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fort-dodge-community-school-district
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvfpXX0VqlpAsXBn9Os3UQ

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    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dodger-download/id1817640128
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3epXW14G9bNgX0WOPzbhSf

    πŸ›‘ Support Our Episode Sponsor:

    Unity Point: https://www.unitypoint.org/

    The Dodger Download is presented by Fort Dodge Community School District and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com).

    #SchoolBoardUpdate #EducationMatters #CommunityEducation #SchoolNews #DistrictDecisions #InsideTheSchools #PublicEducation #SchoolBoardPodcast #FortDodgeSchools #StudentSuccess #Proud2bFD

    35 min
  • #9 | 9/26/25 | Nicole Ahrens, Asher, & Moriah

    This week, Josh Porter is joined by Nicole Ahrens, preschool director for the Early Childhood Center. Nicole brought Asher Morain and Moriah Minikwa with her to discuss ways the ECC is helping mold the minds of our future leaders.

    ECC Videos:

    - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XW3Xr3u7N7A
    - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kflpFU1_NZw

    πŸ”΄ Follow Early Childhood Center (ECC):

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eccworldchangers/

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    πŸ“Ί Watch Episodes of The Dodger Download: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvfpXX0VqlpAsXBn9Os3UQ

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    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3epXW14G9bNgX0WOPzbhSf

    πŸ›‘ Support Our Episode Sponsor:

    Central Financial Group: https://www.centralfinancialgroup.com

    The Dodger Download is presented by Fort Dodge Community School District and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com).

    #SchoolBoardUpdate #EducationMatters #CommunityEducation #SchoolNews #DistrictDecisions #InsideTheSchools #PublicEducation #SchoolBoardPodcast #FortDodgeSchools #StudentSuccess #Proud2bFD

    23 min
  • #8 | 9/12/25 | Roger Porter & Jordan Hagar

    This week, Josh Porter is joined by the Director of Security, Roger Porter, and the School Resource Officer, Jordan Hagar. They discuss safety in schools, important changes they've made to increase security, the importance of perception when analyzing issues that arise, and much more!

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    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fort-dodge-community-school-district
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvfpXX0VqlpAsXBn9Os3UQ

    πŸ“Ί Watch Episodes of The Dodger Download:

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvfpXX0VqlpAsXBn9Os3UQ

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    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dodger-download/id1817640128
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3epXW14G9bNgX0WOPzbhSf

    πŸ›‘ Support Our Episode Sponsor:

    First Interstate Bank: https://www.firstinterstatebank.com/

    The Dodger Download is presented by Fort Dodge Community School District and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com).

    #SchoolBoardUpdate #EducationMatters #CommunityEducation #SchoolNews #DistrictDecisions #InsideTheSchools #PublicEducation #SchoolBoardPodcast #FortDodgeSchools #StudentSuccess #Proud2bFD

    32 min
  • #7 | 8/29/25 | Ryan Flaherty & Kate Simpson

    This week, Josh Porter is joined by Duncombe Elementary School Principal Ryan Flaherty and Cooper Elementary School Principal Kate Simpson to discuss their first days of school in 2025, reflecting on what they have accomplished so far, their favorite aspects of their positions, and more!

    πŸ”΄ Follow Fort Dodge Community School District:

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    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fort-dodge-community-school-district
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvfpXX0VqlpAsXBn9Os3UQ

    πŸ“Ί Watch Episodes of The Dodger Download:

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    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dodger-download/id1817640128
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3epXW14G9bNgX0WOPzbhSf

    πŸ›‘ Support Our Episode Sponsor: First Interstate Bank: https://www.firstinterstatebank.com/

    The Dodger Download is presented by Fort Dodge Community School District and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com).

    #SchoolBoardUpdate #EducationMatters #CommunityEducation #SchoolNews #DistrictDecisions #InsideTheSchools #PublicEducation #SchoolBoardPodcast #FortDodgeSchools #StudentSuccess #Proud2bFD

    32 min
  • #6 | 8/15/25 | Drew Essman & Al Paulson

    This week, Josh Porter is joined by Fort Dodge Community School District senior brass section leader, Drew Essman, and Fort Dodge Community School District Band Instructor, Al Paulson to recap the 8/11/25 school board meeting, discuss growth of the Fort Dodge Senior High band, and more!

    πŸ”΄ Follow Fort Dodge Community School District:

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    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvfpXX0VqlpAsXBn9Os3UQ

    πŸ“Ί Watch Episodes of The Dodger Download:

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    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dodger-download/id1817640128
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3epXW14G9bNgX0WOPzbhSf

    πŸ›‘ Support Our Episode Sponsor:

    Central Iowa Distributing: https://www.cidsanitary.com/

    The Dodger Download is presented by Fort Dodge Community School District and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com).

    #SchoolBoardUpdate #EducationMatters #CommunityEducation #SchoolNews #DistrictDecisions #InsideTheSchools #PublicEducation #SchoolBoardPodcast #FortDodgeSchools #StudentSuccess #Proud2bFD

    31 min
  • #5 | 8/7/25 | Shawn Chesteen

    This week, Josh Porter is joined by Middle School Principal Shawn Chesteen to discuss the importance of providing an educational and nurturing environment to middle school-aged students, why it is key to listen to students, how to best ensure students have the best learning opportunities, and more!

    πŸ”΄ Follow Fort Dodge Community School District:

    Website: https://www.fdschools.org
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    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fort-dodge-community-school-district
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvfpXX0VqlpAsXBn9Os3UQ

    πŸ“Ί Watch Episodes of The Dodger Download:

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    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dodger-download/id1817640128
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3epXW14G9bNgX0WOPzbhSf

    πŸ›‘ Support Our Episode Sponsor: Rides Bar & Grill: https://www.ridesbar-grill.com

    The Dodger Download is presented by Fort Dodge Community School District and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com).

    #SchoolBoardUpdate #EducationMatters #CommunityEducation #SchoolNews #DistrictDecisions #InsideTheSchools #PublicEducation #SchoolBoardPodcast #FortDodgeSchools #StudentSuccess #Proud2bFD

    29 min
  • #4 | 7/18/25 | LJ Maehl & Erin Gerlich

    This week, Josh Porter is joined by LJ Maehl (Incoming FDSH Senior and IAGHSAU Student Athletic Advisory Committee) and Erin Gerlich (Director of the IAGHSAU) to discuss how the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union empowers women, the importance of community within high school sports, how being on the advisory committee impacted LJ Maehl, and more!

    πŸ”΄ Follow Fort Dodge Community School District:

    Website: https://www.fdschools.org
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    X: https://www.twitter.com/FDCSD
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fort-dodge-community-school-district
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvfpXX0VqlpAsXBn9Os3UQ

    πŸ“Ί Watch Episodes of The Dodger Download:

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    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dodger-download/id1817640128
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3epXW14G9bNgX0WOPzbhSf

    The Dodger Download is presented by Fort Dodge Community School District and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com).

    #SchoolBoardUpdate #EducationMatters #CommunityEducation #SchoolNews #DistrictDecisions #InsideTheSchools #PublicEducation #SchoolBoardPodcast #FortDodgeSchools #StudentSuccess #Proud2bFD

    46 min
  • #3 | 6/27/25 | Staci Laird & Brandon Ruffridge

    This week, Josh Porter is joined by Staci Laird (Principal at Fort Dodge Senior High) and Brandon Ruffridge (Athletic and Activities Director at Fort Dodge Senior High) to discuss how Fort Dodge Community School District shapes students for life after High School, recent improvements at the Senior High, upcoming improvemets in the works, and more!

    πŸ”΄ Follow Fort Dodge Community School District:

    Website: https://www.fdschools.org
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    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fort-dodge-community-school-district
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvfpXX0VqlpAsXBn9Os3UQ

    πŸ“Ί Watch Episodes of The Dodger Download:

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    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dodger-download/id1817640128
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3epXW14G9bNgX0WOPzbhSf

    The Dodger Download is presented by Fort Dodge Community School District and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com).

    #SchoolBoardUpdate #EducationMatters #CommunityEducation #SchoolNews #DistrictDecisions #InsideTheSchools #PublicEducation #SchoolBoardPodcast #FortDodgeSchools #StudentSuccess #Proud2bFD

    40 min

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