In the very first episode of the Public School Podcast, host Sarah Hornick, Executive Director of the Rapid City Public School Foundation, sits down with Bobbi Schaefbauer, Community Relations Manager for the school district, to pull back the curtain on how the Foundation and district work hand-in-hand to uplift students, teachers, and staff across the city. From funding classroom innovations like smart boards to ensuring every child is fed and ready to learn, this episode reveals the heart behind the headlines—and the power of partnership. Hear how a simple $50 grant turned into a life-changing moment, why celebrating support staff matters more than ever, and how education is evolving to meet students where they are. It’s a conversation full of hope, collaboration, and a shared belief in the impact of public education done right.

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