Knight Cast by Mater Dei

In this episode, our principal talks with our guest, Ally Figgs, about why we love parent-teacher conferences, why we are so grateful to partner with our parents, and why people should worry less about 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 Faceb...

In this episode, our principal talks with our guest, Dawn Dennis, about her journey to becoming a Mater Dei Parent! 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 Chec...

In this episode, our principal talks with our guest, Mater Dei Art Teacher Megan Gentry, about the importance of art in school and the importance of art in Catholic School.  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 - T...

In this episode, our principal talks with our guest, and her dad, Mark Limbird, about the importance of friendships, having a good work ethic, and consequences.   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 Kansa...

In this episode, our principal talks with our guest, Eric White, about the Love and Logic Model of discipline and why both of them think it is good for kids, parents, and teachers!   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 S...

In this episode, our principal talks with our guest, Sarah Gowen, about those times we need to talk about sad and scary stuff with our children. And even though we want to shield them from all of those things, we talk about why the conversations are so important.   Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative commons licens...

In this episode, our principal talks with our guest Adam Siemieniewksi, who has become an outstanding ambassador for our school. Adam will share what he has learned as he transitions from a Mater Dei parent to a Hayden Catholic High School Parent. He talks about what he considers our school's greatest strengths and what he loved most about his time as a Mater Dei Parent.  Music credit: Music...

In this episode, our principal and our guest, Lindsay Monroe, talk about traditions and insights that she has as a mother of an incoming Kindergartner AND an outgoing 8th grader! Then she shares how she works to be present for her family and why she thinks that is so important. Music credit: Music by audionautix.com , used under creative commons license 3.0, and afrodrumming, used under creative c...

In this episode, our principal and our guest, Relynn Reynoso, talk about starting the school year on the right foot, and how schools and families can work together to help our students!    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 and our guest, Dr. Renee Nugent, talk about education with a high level view of what is happening in classrooms around Kansas.   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 and our guest, Michael Flax, talk about hope as the heart of education, the very foundation of what we do in schools.  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 o...

In this episode, our principal talks about lessons learned from her children's soccer experiences. Then, our guest, Mary Ford, 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 Catholic Schoo...

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...