Teach in Ten

In the final episode of Season 3, hosts Cori and Steph sit down with Troy Buley, STEM Division Lead at Cary-Grove High School, for an insightful conversation that goes beyond the daily duties of a division leader. With 33 years in education, Troy reflects on how the role of leadership has evolved, the challenges and rewards of supporting a diverse team, and the importance of staying student-focuse...

Guest: Stephanie Hatfield (School Librarian, Crystal Lake South High School) Contact Information:   CLS Library Website    Instagram:  @cls_library_ Summary: In this episode of  Teach in 10 , we welcome Stephanie Hatfield, school librarian at Crystal Lake South High School, for a behind-the-scenes look at the dynamic and multifaceted role of a teacher librarian. Stephanie shares her journey from E...

In this episode of  Teach in 10 , we sit down with Bob Chikos, a veteran special education teacher at Central High School in District 155. With 17 years in the district and a rich background working with adults with disabilities, Bob brings a unique blend of compassion, advocacy, and innovation to his role. Bob walks us through a typical week — and spoiler alert, there's nothing "typical" about it...

Guest: Matt Timmerman (Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services)Contact Information:Email:  mtimmerman@d155.org X: @timms40Episode Summary: In this episode of  Teach in 10 , Cori Schwarzrock and Stephanie Sukow welcome Matt Timmerman, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services in District 155. Matt shares his unique journey from teacher and coach to his current administrative role, h...

In this episode of  Teach in 10 , hosts Cori Schwarzrock and Stephanie Sukow welcome Matt Koll, Assistant Principal of Student Services at Prairie Ridge High School. Matt shares his journey from teaching choir, AVID, and computer science at Crystal Lake South for 18 years to becoming an AP at Prairie Ridge. He reflects on his experiences as a theater manager, activities director, and yearbook advi...

In this episode of  Teach in 10 , Cori and Steph sit down with Katy Kline to explore the dynamic and ever-changing role of a high school counselor. Katy shares insights into her journey from English teacher to counselor, the relationships she builds with students and families, and the wide range of responsibilities she juggles throughout the school year. From college and career planning to social-...

In this episode of  Teach in Ten , Cori and Steph continue their  A Day in the Life of...  series by welcoming the legendary Donna Ganshaw, the administrative assistant to the athletic director at Cary-Grove High School. Donna shares her deep roots in District 155, from being a student to dedicating 24 years of service to the district. She gives insight into the dynamic nature of her role, the imp...

Guests: Dr. Steve Koch (Principal of Prairie Ridge High School) Email:  skoch@d155.org Podcast Summary: In this debut episode of the new  Teach in Ten  series,  A Day in the Life of... , hosts Cori and Steph welcome Steve Koch, a seasoned school principal, to explore the multifaceted role of school leadership. Steve takes listeners through his career path, sharing how he transitioned from a classr...

What does it mean to be innovative in teaching? In this episode, Cori and Steph sit down with Kristin Bernatz and Samantha Hardie to explore how educators can embrace creativity, adaptability, and bold thinking to bring meaningful experiences to their students. The conversation highlights an exciting podcast project Kristin and Sam led in their classrooms. Students tackled  The Catcher in the Rye...

Guest: Tony Moretti (Dean of Students at Haber Oaks, Head Girls Basketball Coach at Cary-Grove) Email: amoretti@d155org Podcast Summary:In this episode of  Teach in 10 , Tony Moretti, a dean at Haber Oaks, shares his journey from banking to education and his passion for supporting all learners in a public therapeutic day school setting. He highlights Haber Oaks' unique programs, like the practical...

Guest: Sarah Murmann Contact Information: smurmann@d155.org X: @mathbymurmannIn In this Teach in 10 episode, we sit down with Sarah Murmann, a D155 math teacher and Robotics Club sponsor. Sarah shares how Robotics fosters creativity, teamwork, and community as students design and compete in the First Tech Challenge. She highlights the growth she witnesses each season and unique team traditions lik...

Guest: Kristine Hester (Choral Director, Music Instructor, Activities Co-Director) Email: khester@d155org Instagram: @cghs.activities, @carygrovechoirsWebsite: carygrovechoirs.org Podcast Summary: In this episode, Cori and Steph welcome Kristine Hester, a choir teacher and activities director at Cary-Grove High School. Kris shares her journey as a transformative leader in the fine arts and discuss...

In this episode of Teach in 10 , we chat with Al Kremer about the awesome German Exchange Program at Cary-Grove High School. Al explains how the program works: German students stay with local families for three weeks in the spring, and our students head to Germany in the summer. It’s more than just a trip, though—students live in a new culture, speak another language, and step out of their comfort...

Guest: Veronica GutzmerEmail: vgutzmer@d155.org Podcast Summary: In this episode of Teach in 10 , we sit down with Veronica Gutzmer, the District Office Internship Coordinator for D155. Veronica shares exciting updates on the internship program, including recent progress and the impactful changes aimed at enhancing student experiences. We explore how these internships bridge the gap between classr...

Guest: Lori Ratliff, the Director of Teaching and Learning, Curriculum and Pathways Welcome back to Season 3 of Teach in Ten. This season we will be focusing on our D155 core values. We are excited to introduce our first guest - Lori Ratliff, the Director of Teaching and Learning, Curriculum and Pathways. During this episode, we will discuss the district's new approach to professional learning...

Guest: Steve Karlblom, Industry and Career Teacher at Prairie Ridge High School Season 2, Episode 18 of Teach in Ten, Steve Karlblom discusses the evolution of internships, spotlighting the shift towards Micro-Internships. Highlighting the benefits of career exploration and skill acquisition, Karlblom reveals how these opportunities empower students to make informed decisions about their futures.

Guest: Andrea Miculinich, Nurse and Educator at Crystal Lake Central Contact Information: amiculinich@d155.org Episode Summary: In the latest episode of "Teach in Ten," CLC nurse and teacher Andrea Miculinich shares insights into nursing education at Crystal Lake Central High School. She discusses the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program, which offers students district-wide the chan...

Guest: Shannon Levitt (AVID and English Teacher at Crystal Lake Central High School) Contact Information: shannonlevitt@d155.org In this episode, we sit down with Crystal Lake Central High School teacher Shannon Levitt to explore a unique program currently offered at CLC and CLS. AVID is a program aimed to inspire students from diverse backgrounds to achieve their college dreams. Shannon will shar...

Guest: Kathy Gilbert, Director of Teaching & Learning, Curriculum & Pathways Contact Information: Email: kgilbert@d155.org Podcast Summary: In this episode of Teach in Ten, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Kathy Gilbert, who serves as the Director of Teaching and Learning, Curriculum, and Pathways at D155. Dual credit programs are experiencing a surge in popularity nationwide. Las...

Guest: Katie Hatters (Science Teacher at Cary-Grove High School and Crystal Lake Central High School) In Season 2, Episode 14 of "Teach in Ten," Cori and Steph sit down with Katie Hatters, a dynamic science teacher from Cary-Grove High School and Crystal Lake Central High School, to delve into the innovative realm of using drones and robotics to enhance student engagement. Throughout the...

In this episode of "Teach in Ten," Shannon Podzimek shares her passion for integrating student interns into district communications. Starting in 2016, Shannon has hosted 12 interns, offering them a unique perspective on promoting the district through their eyes. She discusses the program's benefits, emphasizing the value of students discovering their career interests and the impact o...

In the latest episode of Teach in Ten, we sit down with Kristin Buttell, a Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) teacher at Crystal Lake South High School. Episode 12 delves into the world of culinary education as Kristin shares insights into her innovative Culinary Program. Kristin walks listeners through the state-of-the-art commercial kitchen at Crystal Lake South, providing a vivid description o...

Guest: Dr. Michael Arrigoni Contact Information Email: marrigoni@d155.org Twitter: @Michael_CG155 Apple Podcast Spotify Podcast Youtube Podcast Videos Episode Summary:vJoin us as we kick off our specialized programming series with Michael Arrigoni, a special education teacher extraordinaire at Cary-Grove High School. Michael spills the beans on his fascinating topic: boosting students' spoken...

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of multilanguage learning with our guest, Steve Knope. As an educator and advocate for language learners, Steve shares valuable insights into the diverse needs of language learners and offers practical strategies for learners at all levels.

Guest: Dan Foster, Music and Band Teacher at Crystal Lake South High School Contact Information Email: dfoster@d155.org Instagram: clsgators_band Facebook: CLSGatorBandWebsite: https//sites.google.com/d155.org/cls-bands Episode SummaryIn this episode, we sit down with the music maestro himself, Dan Foster, a rockstar music and band teacher at Crystal Lake South. As we wrap up our series on spicing...