Harrisburg 41-2

Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Lowery joins Harrisburg 41-2: The Podcast to share what drew her to HSD, what she’s learned in her first months on the job, and how the district is preparing for its next chapter. She talks about growth, community, teamwork, and the people who make Harrisburg what it is.

In this episode, we highlight the impactful journey of high school and college students through internships at Sanford Health. It features discussions with Nick Tshudy (HHS '21), a nursing student and former high school intern, and Allison Hutchinson, a senior career development consultant at Sanford Health, showcasing the value and transformative power of internships in healthcare.

In this episode, we explore apprenticeships and internships in skilled trades, focusing on the experiences of individuals like Christian Heerde, a high school graduate, and Cody Schroeder from Midwestern Mechanical. They explore the structure, benefits, and personal growth opportunities within apprenticeships, emphasizing hands-on learning, earning while learning, and the significant impact skille...

This episode from the "Harrisburg 412" series, features Kaylee Hilliard, a dental assistant at Neighborhood Dental in Harrisburg, discussing her path from a high school internship to a professional career in dentistry. Kaylee shares insights into the internship's impact, her decision-making process regarding her career in dentistry, and the opportunities that arose from her eagernes...

This episode explores Harrisburg's Culinary Arts program, its impact on students, and their transitions into post-secondary culinary education. The episode includes insights from culinary arts instructor Mrs. Deb Rombough and stories from former students, Alex Clark and Lexi Rausch, about their experiences in culinary school after graduating from Harrisburg.

This episode discusses the role and evolution of apprenticeship programs in education, particularly in South Dakota. It features discussions with Dr. Michael Amolins (HSD) and Dr. David De Jong (Dakota State University), covering topics such as the history of apprenticeships, their modern relevance, and specific initiatives like teacher apprenticeship programs. The episode highlights the significa...

This episode focuses on Learner Interest Day, part of Harrisburg's Career and Technical Education (CTE) month. It features guests discussing the origins of Learner Interest Day, its growth from a small initiative to a district-wide event, and the impact on both students and community partners. Guests share personal stories and benefits of the program, emphasizing hands-on learning experiences...

This episode focuses on Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, and features detailed discussions about the extensive CTE programs at different educational levels. Dr. Mike Amolins and host Breanne Lynch explore the concept and significance of CTE, emphasizing hands-on, experiential learning across various fields. They cover elementary programs like Learner Interest Day, middle school courses...

The Harrisburg School District Education Foundation is the philanthropic partner with the Harrisburg School District. It supports all schools, students and staff in the District by aligning charitable gifts with projects that need funding to provide enhanced educational opportunities. The foundation promotes excellence in education by forging relationships between the District, alumni, community a...

Every February , the CTE community celebrates CTE Month® to raise awareness of the role that CTE has in readying learners for college and career success. CTE Month is also a time to recognize and celebrate the achievements and accomplishments of our CTE partners at the local, state and national level. This month, we turn the reins over to Mrs. Breanne Lynch, CTE Coordinator for the District. This...

Every February, the CTE community celebrates CTE Month® to raise awareness of the role that CTE has in readying learners for college and career success. CTE Month is also a time to recognize and celebrate the achievements and accomplishments of our CTE partners at the local, state and national level. This month, we turn the reins over to Mrs. Breanne Lynch, CTE Coordinator for the District, who wi...

Every February, the CTE community celebrates CTE Month® to raise awareness of the role that CTE has in readying learners for college and career success. CTE Month is also a time to recognize and celebrate the achievements and accomplishments of our CTE partners at the local, state and national level. This month, we turn the reins over to Mrs. Breanne Lynch, CTE Coordinator for the District, who wi...

Every February , the CTE community celebrates CTE Month® to raise awareness of the role that CTE has in readying learners for college and career success. CTE Month is also a time to recognize and celebrate the achievements and accomplishments of our CTE partners at the local, state and national level. This month, we turn the reins over to Mrs. Breanne Lynch, CTE Coordinator for the District, who w...

Every February , the CTE community celebrates CTE Month® to raise awareness of the role that CTE has in readying learners for college and career success. CTE Month is also a time to recognize and celebrate the achievements and accomplishments of our CTE partners at the local, state and national level. This month, we turn the reins over to Mrs. Breanne Lynch, CTE Coordinator for the District, who w...

Every February , the CTE community celebrates CTE Month® to raise awareness of the role that CTE has in readying learners for college and career success. CTE Month is also a time to recognize and celebrate the achievements and accomplishments of our CTE partners at the local, state and national level. This month, we turn the reins over to Mrs. Breanne Lynch, CTE Coordinator for the District, who w...

Every February , the CTE community celebrates CTE Month® to raise awareness of the role that CTE has in readying learners for college and career success. CTE Month is also a time to recognize and celebrate the achievements and accomplishments of our CTE partners at the local, state and national level. This month, we turn the reins over to Mrs. Breanne Lynch, CTE Coordinator for the District, who w...

Every February , the CTE community celebrates CTE Month® to raise awareness of the role that CTE has in readying learners for college and career success. CTE Month is also a time to recognize and celebrate the achievements and accomplishments of our CTE partners at the local, state and national level. This month, we turn the reins over to Mrs. Breanne Lynch, CTE Coordinator for the District, who w...

This episode focuses on the growth and development of Career & Technical Education (CTE) programming in the Harrisburg School District. CTE prepares students for the world of work by introducing them to workplace competencies in a real-world experiences. Host JoAnne VerMulm is joined by HSD staff and team members: Dr. Michael Amolins , Director of Instruction and Federal Programs Breanne Lynch...

Join us as special guests Mr. Shane Wuebben, Fine Arts Director, and Mr. Jim Altenburg, Activities Director share the lineup of our fall events, including Tiger Bowl this weekend!

Podcasts aren't new, but it is new for HSD, and we are excited to kick this off, get it rolling, and give everyone a deeper look into our District! It's a perfect time to kick off a podcast because we have not one, but two new buildings being constructed within the District. Our inaugural episode discusses those projects and provides an overview of how we've gotten to this place. We...