Inside the OSD with Dr. Leslie Bergstrom

Today, we're learning about our Unified Physical Education class at Oregon High School. This class is a model of inclusivity and we'll hear from class instructors, athletes, and partners about their experiences and why they say it is more than just a class. 

Today, we are at Forest Edge Elementary to take part in one of our favorite fall traditions: The Great Apple Crunch.  We’ll hear about this beloved event, which is just one of the ways that our School Nutrition Team creates excitement about healthy foods to set the stage for healthy lifelong habits for our students. 

In this episode we’re joined by OHS Performing Arts Center Director, Nate Mendl, and students from our acclaimed vocal group, Noteworthy A Cappella.  We’ll hear about their experiences as vocalists at Oregon High School, the experience of creating and releasing the group’s first ever album, and their upcoming performance opening for Lee Rocker on October 17 - right in our own PAC!

We're kicking off Season 5 of Inside the OSD with OHS Head Football Coach Matt Weber and student athletes from our football leadership council.  We'll hear all about Homecoming week, the culture of sportsmanship built on and off the field, and what this week means to our school community.

In this final episode of Season 4, we bid farewell to Dr. Leslie Bergstrom, as she enters retirement, and officially pass the mic to our new OSD Superintendent, Dr. Shannon Anderson.  Tune in as we celebrate Dr. Bergstrom's career and hear about Dr. Anderson's plans for the future.

Today we are taking some time to talk with our students who will be addressing their class during the graduation ceremony.  We are excited to hear about what has led them to this point and get a sneak peak into the words of wisdom they’re planning on sharing with the Class of 2026.  

In this episode we're meeting up with our OHS students from Orange Overdrive, our OHS Robotics Team, who recently returned from the WORLD Robotics competition.  We can’t wait to hear about their experiences and all they learned from this once in a lifetime opportunity!

In this episode we are learning all about Meals Matter - a new organization at Oregon High Schol that is taking on the very important challenge of food insecurity in our community.  We’re talking directly with the club president, Matthew Schultz, hear about their work, what’s coming up, and how our community can help.

Strong Family & Community Partnerships is one of the Oregon School District’s five core values. In this episode, we are speaking with community member, John Keuhl, creator and Commissioner of Oregon Bench Mob - a basketball league right here in Oregon that was created to offer more high school students an opportunity to play recreationally competitive basketball.

Join us at the Oregon Community Pool to hear from our Boys Swim Team coach, Justin Sawran, and a few swimmers about their experiences on the swim team and what it’s like to be the first ever OHS Conference Champions!

When discussing some of the greatest songwriters and composers in American History, Oregon High School's team of directors landed on Cole Porter's "KIss Me, Kate." Director Mike Ducett and a few of the cast members join us to discuss the preparation for this weekend's classic musical.

In this episode, we are honored to be speaking with Dr. Jon Temte and Shari Barlow, who administer the ORCHARDS public health study right here in the OSD community.  We'll hear about the history of this important study, what's new this year, and how OSD families can get involved. 

In this episode, we are speaking with OSD graduates who are back for our annual Alumni Day, where they return to share their post-high school experiences, reflect on how their experiences in the OSD have shaped them, and give some tips to current OHS students.  

One of the foundational resources for students is our school libraries, which are located at each one of our schools. Today we are talking with some of our OSD library media specialists to hear about these resources and what opportunities they provide.

November is Homelessness Awareness Month and in this episode we’re talking with OSD Social Worker, Caitlin Petersen, to understand what homelessness looks like in our district and services to help.  You can find information about services to assist with homelessness at: https://www.oregonsd.org/well-being/homeless

Today we’re speaking with Coach Weber and athletic trainer, Lisa Fowlkes, to hear about our approach to injury prevention and keeping our athletes as healthy as possible.

In this episode, we are at the Oregon High School Performing Arts Center to get a behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming production of Stage Door. We’re talking with the Director, Marsha Heuer, along with a few cast members.

Helping to ensure that Oregon School District children have enough food to eat is something that has become an increasing area of focus in our current environment. Schools take an active role in this, along with community organizations. In this episode we are talking with OSD Student Services Director, Dr. Shannon Anderson, to learn about how we support students and families in this area.

Lunchtime is a highlight for our kids each day! In this episode we’re talking with our School Nutrition Director to learn more about our meal program and the creative things our team does to get kids excited about school breakfast and lunch!

We've been honored to welcome 25 students and three delightful teachers from our sister school - Dreieichschule - in Langen, Germany. In this episode we'll hear about this exchange program and the experiences that will last a lifetime.

Homecoming is an eagerly anticipated event in the OSD community, and this year promises a week filled with exciting activities. Both staff and students at Oregon High School play a vital role in ensuring a memorable experience for everyone. Join us today as we speak with a few of this year’s event organizers and get the inside scoop on what is planned for next week.

Today we’re talking with our new principal of Oregon High School, Maggie Zywicki.  We’ll hear a little bit about her background, how the year has started out (including how the updated policy on electronics & cell phones), and her plans for OHS this year and beyond.

Today we’re at Panther Stadium to talk with our Athletic Director, our new OHS Head Football Coach, Matt Weber, and students from our football leadership council to hear how it has been going and what’s on tap for this new season. 

Our Oregon High School Agriculture program and FFA club offers amazing hands-on learning and leadership opportunities for our students. In this episode we are live on site at the Dane County Fair to see our kids in action and learn about how school and community come together - in line with our District values to make it all happen.

Today we are talking with members of our OMS Green Team and club advisor and long time educator, Nate Mahr who is retiring this school year.  We'll hear about their learning, contributions to sustainability, and legacy.