Knight Cast by Mater Dei

In this episode, our principal talks about easy ways to sneak some learning into your summer fun! Then, our guest, Seminarian Gabriel Zuniga, introduces herself to the Mater Dei community! Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative commons license 4.0, and adapted for this production. Follow us on Facebook: Mater Dei Cath...

In this episode, our principal pays tribute to her dad and acknowledges the incredible impact that dads are making! Then, our guest, Cara Dister, introduces herself to the Mater Dei community! Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative commons license 4.0, and adapted for this production. Follow us on Facebook: Mater Dei...

In this episode, our principal makes a case for NOT giving our kids a lot of "chances." Then, our guest, Candice Schulz, shares all the details about this year's 0.5K - that's right, it's a HALF K!   Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative commons license 4.0, and adapted for this production. F...

In this episode, our principal speaks with our guest, Ally Figgs, about taking young children to Mass, summer reading, and community activities for families!   Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative commons license 4.0, and adapted for this production. Follow us on Facebook: Mater Dei Catholic School - Topeka Kansas F...

In this episode, our principal speaks with members of the Class of 2026 about what they are most looking forward to as they prepare to begin their high school careers!  Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative commons license 4.0, and adapted for this production. Follow us on Facebook: Mater Dei Catholic School - Topeka...

In this episode, our principal speaks with members of the Class of 2026 about the advice they would give our younger Knights!  Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative commons license 4.0, and adapted for this production. Follow us on Facebook: Mater Dei Catholic School - Topeka Kansas Follow us on Instagram: @materdeik...

In this episode, our principal speaks with member of the Class of 2026 about their Mater Dei Memories!  Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative commons license 4.0, and adapted for this production. Follow us on Facebook: Mater Dei Catholic School - Topeka Kansas Follow us on Instagram: @materdeiknights Check out our we...

In this episode, our guest, Relynn Reynoso, talks about finishing the school year strong. For a deeper dive on some of those suggestions, check out the following episodes from Season 3: 17, 19, and 22.  Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative commons license 4.0, and adapted for this production. Follow us on Facebook:...

In this episode, our principal talks about setting an example and how our kids are always watching. Then our guest, AlumKnight Miranda, talks about her plans for the future, how Mater Dei prepared her, and she offers advice to our 8th grades as they prepare for graduation! Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative common...

In this episode, our guest, Ethan Gentry, talks about "finishing strong" for Lent and then celebrating the holiest days in the Catholic Church.  Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative commons license 4.0, and adapted for this production. Follow us on Facebook: Mater Dei Catholic School - Topeka Kansas Follow...

In this episode, our Principal talks about tantrums - the science behind them, the blueprint for them, and what we as adults can do to help. Then our guest, Merrill Befort, talks about the importance of making connections and how it can help us address so many challenges that face our communities.  Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming,...

In this episode, our Principal talks about why she just loves to hear "when you want something done, find a Mater Dei student." Then our guest, Mary Tritsch, is going to give us all the details about the Topeka IrishFest and the IF5K - it turns out we are hosting a big party! Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under cr...

In this episode, our Principal talks about finding the helpers. Then our guest, Michela Marquez, talks about her work at the Catholic Education Foundation, where she is connecting helpers to those who need them! Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative commons license 4.0, and adapted for this production. Follow us on F...

In this episode, our Principal talks about motivation and how - alone - it is not enough. Then our guest, Nancy Cina, invites us to Lenten Suppers and they are so much more than just great food!  Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative commons license 4.0, and adapted for this production. Follow us on Facebook: Mater D...

In this episode, our Principal remembers one time (of many) that her children threw a public tantrum. Then our guest, LCSW Chandler McKinley, gives us some strategies for teaching self-regulation to our children.   Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative commons license 4.0, and adapted for this production. Follow us o...

In this episode, our Principal talks "shifting the monkey," and our guest, Father Matt, introduces Beatitudes From the Heartland!  Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative commons license 4.0, and adapted for this production. Follow us on Facebook: Mater Dei Catholic School - Topeka Kansas Follow us on Instagr...

Class of 2024 AlumKnight Maddie reflects on Catholic Schools Week 2026 and shares why she has returned to Mater Dei to teach in our After Care Program. Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative commons license 4.0, and adapted for this production. Follow us on Facebook: Mater Dei Catholic School - Topeka Kansas Follow us...

In this week's episode, our guest, Rosie Anguiano, debunks some common myths about teaching!  Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative commons license 4.0, and adapted for this production. Follow us on Facebook: Mater Dei Catholic School - Topeka Kansas Follow us on Instagram: @materdeiknights Check out our website...

In this week's episode, our principal talks about kicking off the new liturgical year! Then our guest, Jessica Valdivia, shares some simple ways that she brings faith into the home, and why it matters. Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative commons license 4.0, and adapted for this production. Follow us on Facebo...

This week is part 3 in our 3 part series, Raising an Adult! In this episode, Mrs. Hillebert and our guest, Gabriel Hillebert, talk about giving children what they need, not necessarily what they want.  Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative commons license 4.0, and adapted for this production. Follow us on Facebook: M...

This week is part 2 in our 3 part series, Raising an Adult! In this episode, Mrs. Hillebert and our guest, Ethan, talk about 3 qualities that have helped him in his life - resilience, flexibility, and humility. And the importance of, really the gift of laying the foundation for those early.   Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used u...

In this episode, Mrs. Hillebert and our guest, Delphine Anguiano, talk about the best ways to let your child learn to make decisions and learn about consequences - both good and bad! Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative commons license 4.0, and adapted for this production.  Follow us on Facebook: Mater Dei Catholic...

In this episode, Mrs. Hillebert talks about the teachable moments that cannot be replicated in the classroom. Our guest, Austin Christ , talks about his parents as his most influential role models and how they taught him the importance of serving and getting involved in the community.   Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under c...

In this episode, Mrs. Hillebert and our guest, Cole Scheck , talk about listening for understanding and ways we can have better communication.  Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative commons license 4.0, and adapted for this production. Follow us on Facebook: Mater Dei Catholic School - Topeka Kansas Follow us on Inst...

In this episode, Mrs. Hillebert reminds us to seek those moments when we allow others to help us. Our guest, Gunnery Sergeant Kalvin Ray, talks about an easy opportunity to get involved and make a difference for a child in our community.  Click here for Northeast Kansas Toys for Tots Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under crea...