The R+ Podcast

By Rundle Schools

The R+ Podcast is about all things Rundle. Episodes are for anybody who is curious about our school. Whether you are a current or future parent, an alum or a grade 4 student, or a Rundle staff member ... more

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The podcast currently has 61 episodes available.

The R+ Podcast episodes:

February 23, 2024Head's Up - February Edition
Summary
In this episode hosted by Greig Ewing, Head of School, Dr. Jason Rogers discusses the importance of feedback in learning and how it is embraced at Rundle.
He highlights the concept of growth mindset and the role of feedback in embracing failure as an opportunity for improvement.
Dr. Rogers also introduces two surveys that the school conducts to gather feedback from the community. He emphasizes the importance of open communication and encourages parents to reach out to teachers and administrators with their feedback.
The episode concludes with a discussion about the upcoming Spotlight Series, which aims to engage the community in conversations about important topics in education.
Takeaways
Feedback is a crucial tool for learning and improvement.

Embracing failure and having a growth mindset are essential for personal and academic growth.

Surveys provide valuable feedback for the school and help identify areas for improvement.

Open communication between parents, teachers, and administrators is encouraged to facilitate feedback and address concerns.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and Spring Excitement
00:31 - Importance of Feedback in Learning
04:22 - Surveys for Feedback
07:12 - How to Give Feedback to the School
09:40 - Re-enrollment and Staff Appreciation
12:33 - Spotlight Series for Community Conversations
15:52 - Conclusion and Future Events
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17min
February 21, 2024The Ascent with Byron Brooks - Alair Homes
Summary
Byron Brooks, principle of Alair Homes Calgary, shares his insights on leadership in the blue-collar industry, particularly in carpentry and the trades.
He emphasizes the importance of being intentional in career choices and advises his high school self to relax and stretch the timeline.
Byron attributes his success to his love for learning and the ability to focus on topics of interest. He recommends the book 'The Four Agreements' as a model for leadership and living. Byron discusses the satisfaction of a job well done in the trades and the frustration of misconceptions about the industry.
He highlights the importance of servant leadership and the human component in construction. Byron also shares a story of failure that led to a successful outcome through kindness and gratitude.
Takeaways
Be intentional in your career choices and consider the long-term impact.

Love learning and focus on topics that interest you.

Practice servant leadership and treat team members with kindness and compassion.

Embrace failure as an opportunity for growth and be open to new possibilities.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and Background
01:26 - What It Means to Be a Leader
02:23 - Advice to High School Self
03:20 - Overcoming Failure
04:18 - Recommended Book: The Four Agreements
05:15 - The Best and Worst of Working in the Trades
07:11 - Leadership in Carpentry and the Trades
09:53 - Attending The Gathering Conference
11:47 - Learning from Non-Catastrophic Failure
14:17 - Kindness and Gratitude in Leadership

You can find out more about Alair homes by visiting their website at: https://www.alairhomes.ca/calgary/
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15min
February 12, 2024The Rundle Experience - Through The Eyes of Our Students
Summary
In this episode, four seniors from the Rumble College program discuss their journey through education and reflect on their experiences at Rundle. They share advice for their junior high selves and highlight the importance of trying new things and making connections. The students also discuss their involvement in clubs and activities outside of the classroom, such as robotics, wrestling, volleyball, and the Rundle College Palm team. They emphasize the supportive and inclusive community at Rundle and the opportunities it provides for personal growth and success.
Takeaways
Take advantage of the opportunities and try new things at school.

Make connections with teachers, staff, and administrators.

Focus on personal growth and well-being, not just grades.

The supportive and inclusive community at Rundle is a key ingredient to its success.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and Background
02:24 - Pathways to Learning
06:38 - Involvement in Clubs and Activities
10:15 - Student Wellness and Peer Support
12:58 - Advice for Junior High Self
19:59 - Rundle's Secret Ingredient
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27min
February 07, 2024The Ascent with Jatin Shory
Summary
In this podcast episode, Jatin Shory, an immigration and business lawyer, discusses various aspects of immigration and leadership. He highlights the misconceptions about immigration and the complexities of Canada's immigration system. Jatin explains why immigration is a national priority for Canada and how the country's diverse culture contributes to its welcoming attitude towards immigrants. He also shares his own career journey and offers advice for students. Jatin emphasizes the importance of embracing uncertainty and failure, as well as the value of practical experience. He reflects on his time at Rundle School and the impact of mentorship and relationships. Finally, Jatin discusses the principles of leadership, including the significance of mentorship, friendship, networking, and humility.

Takeaways
Canada's immigration system is complex and can be slow at times due to a high volume of applications and backlogs.

Immigration is a national priority for Canada due to its history as a land of immigrants and its welcoming attitude towards diversity.

Embracing uncertainty and failure is important for personal and professional growth.

Practical experience can be as valuable as formal education in certain fields.

Mentorship, friendship, networking, and humility are key principles of leadership.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and Overview
00:30 - Misconceptions about Immigration
01:26 - Canada's Immigration System
02:15 - Importance of Immigration to Canada
03:11 - Career Path and Advice for Students
04:09 - Embracing Uncertainty and Failure
05:04 - The Value of Practical Experience
06:32 - The Impact of Rundle School
07:28 - The Importance of Mentorship and Relationships
08:57 - Principles of Leadership
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13min
January 25, 2024Head's Up - January Edition - "A Great Education and a Great Life"
Summary
In this episode of the R+ podcast, Dr. Jason Rogers and Greig discuss various topics related to education and the Rundle community.
They start by highlighting the recent achievements of Alberta students in the PISA report, where Alberta ranks highly in reading, science, and math.
They then discuss the success of Rundle alumni in post-secondary education and beyond. The conversation shifts to the importance of balancing academic achievement with character development and co-curricular activities.
They also touch on the ongoing Academy Redesign project and the plans for a new Great Hall. Overall, the episode emphasizes the comprehensive education and experiences provided by Rundle.

Takeaways
Alberta students perform well in international assessments, ranking highly in reading, science, and math.

Rundle alumni feel well-prepared for post-secondary education and succeed in various fields.

Balancing academic achievement with character development and co-curricular activities is crucial for student success.

Rundle is undergoing projects like Academy Redesign and the Great Hall to enhance the learning environment.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and Overview
01:01 - PISA Report
03:24 - Alumni Success
06:15 - Balancing Attainment and Achievement
08:11 - Academy Redesign
09:37 - Great Hall Project
11:05 - Conclusion
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12min
December 06, 2023The Ascent with Siera Bearchell
In this episode, Dr. Jason Rogers interviews Sierra Bearchell, a social media influencer and former Miss Universe contestant.
Sierra shares her journey from growing up in Moose Jaw, SK to competing in pageants and studying law. She discusses the lessons she learned from pageantry, the importance of law school, and the reality of being a social media influencer.
Sierra emphasizes the need to create a positive brand image and how to deal with negativity on social media. She also shares her personal habits for high performance and announces the launch of her Confidence Course.
Takeaways include:
Pageantry can provide opportunities for personal growth and self-discovery.

Law school can teach valuable skills in advocacy and negotiation.

Being a social media influencer is a real job that requires creativity and professionalism.

Creating a positive brand image involves inspiring others to be their authentic selves.

Dealing with negativity on social media requires recognizing that it is a reflection of the person sending it.

Habits such as exercise, reading, and meditation can contribute to high performance.
Chapters
00:00: Introduction and Background
01:36: Sierra's Journey from Moose Jaw to Miss Universe
03:52: Life After Miss Universe
05:40: Lessons from Pageantry
09:29: The Importance of Law School
12:16: The Reality of Social Media Influencing
15:09: Creating a Positive Brand Image
17:25: Dealing with Negativity on Social Media
20:45: Habits of High-Performing Individuals
23:00: Common Traits of Successful People
25:03: Where to Find Sierra and Her Confidence Course

You can find Siera on all social media platforms by searching Siera Bearchell!
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27min
November 25, 2023 November's Head's Up with Dr. Jason Rogers
On this month's Head's Up Podcast, Mr. Greig Ewing and Dr. Jason Rogers discuss topics ranging from:
- Artificial Intelligence,
- Imperfection in Learning, and
- Our Generous Community.
We hope you enjoy the conversation.
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9min
November 08, 2023 "It's not about memorizing, it's about understanding" - A Conversation with Lorena Mibelli about Second Language Learning at Rundle Academy
On this week's episode of the R+ Podcast, Principal John Wolf interviews Academy Spanish Teacher, Lorena Mibelli.

In their conversation, they explore topics ranging from:

- Using AI to improve second language teaching,
- How to make new languages stick, and
- Valuable Spanish language learning resources.

We hope you enjoy this episode!

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23min
October 25, 2023 The Soul of Rundle - The October Head's Up with Dr. Jason Rogers
On this month's October Head's Up Podcast, Dr. Rogers speaks about:

- The Soul of Rundle,
- Rundle's Values,
- Being Truly Together, and
- The Future of the Great Hall.

Thank you for listening!

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11min
October 24, 2023 "A Little Help From Your Friends (and teachers)" - A Conversation with Ms. Hayman and Mr. Dellebuur
On this episode of the R+ Podcast, Mr. Ewing interviews two of our high school teachers about the transition from Grade 9 to Grade 10 at Rundle. Ms. Hayman and Mr. Dellebuur discuss:

- ignoring the number (grades) and focusing on the learning,
- how to build resilience,
- where to find support, and
- what skill builds successful learners.

We hope you enjoy this episode of the podcast!

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22min

FAQs about The R+ Podcast:

How many episodes does The R+ Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 61 episodes available.