The LuHi Pod

Emily Saulnier and Chris DeAntoni, our health teachers, are back on the Pod answering more student questions. We cover some great topics including the dangers of zyns, dating etiquette and more. Instead of a Lukewarm Take, we are back to give music trivia one more try. We'll see how it goes. Zoeller isn't convinced. Feedback? Questions? Comments? Concerns? Send us a zephyr: podcast@lhspa...

Happy Spring Break! No new episode this week, but in honor of the first round of mission trips that went out this week, we are re-airing one of our favorites from last season. We are joined by LuHi Senior Malea Yoxsimer and our lead on all things Service and Missions at LuHi, Mr Garner.  In this episode, LuHi Senior Malea and Mr Garner share words of wisdom, their passion for serving others, and a...

Welcome to all the new incoming families for the 2025-26 school year! We're so glad to have you as new listeners to the podcast! Our hope is this becomes a resource for you to learn more about LuHi. If you have a question or want to hear a specific topic covered, please let us know (podcast@lhsparker.org). This week, Ben Fueger, Admissions Director, is on to talk about the upcoming Spring Inf...

This week, LuHi English Teacher Lana Maas shares a little of her life story with us as the backdrop of why she has a passion for teaching. We hope you are encouraged by this episode and reminded that your identity is found in Christ. You are defined by Him! And we're still keeping it in the family this week with our Lukewarm Take. Hannah's sister made the mistake of visiting so she, of c...

It’s always a great time when both a student and a teacher join us on the podcast! This week, we welcome Business Academy Director Amanda Van Heukelem and LuHi Senior Jackson Barry to dive into the world of LuHi business classes. We talk about LuHi business classes - including a brand new class coming next year - Entrepreneurship - as well as the Stock Market Challenge and more. Plus, in this week...

As always, we are excited for you to hear from our guests this week! Mrs Rogness and Ms Hoffman are on the Pod to talk about their love teaching science from a biblical worldview.  This week's Lukewarm Take comes from Mr Vanderhyde about the correct way (or at least an alternative way) to take off and hang up a button down shirt. We are - unsurprisingly - perplexed. Send us Fan Mail Support t...

Boys Volleyball Kicks Off at LuHi! Boys Volleyball is the newest addition to LuHi’s lineup of spring sports! With the inaugural season just around the corner, Head Coach Josh Brgoch and LuHi Senior Chance Conroy join us on the pod to talk about the program and what they’re most excited about. 📢 Interested in joining? The Spring Sports Meeting is TONIGHT – Monday, February 10th, at 7 PM on campus....

In this episode, we’re joined by Mr. Vanderhyde and LuHi senior Chloe Abramson, members of the Lions for Life club. They talk about their experience at this year's recent March for Life in Washington, D.C. They share what made the march impactful and why they are passionate about life issues. 📢 Lions for Life meets every Wednesday from 3:00-3:45 PM. All LuHi students are welcome! This week,...

This week, we're joined by our Performing Arts Director, Chris Loesel, and our Theatre Director, Jillian Lietzau! We talk all about the upcoming production of Newsies, LuHi's Spring Musical. It's a fan favorite that the students have been requesting for a while now!  Get your tickets for the show (our fastest-selling show to date!) at the PACE Center website: https://parkerarts.org/...

We said there wouldn’t be an episode this week… but here we are! A huge thank-you to everyone who encouraged us to keep the podcast rolling on an every week basis—we appreciate your feedback and support. This week, we welcome first-time guests Mrs. Davis and Mrs. Loptien to the podcast! 🎉 They dive into: The history of EF Tours (Education First) at Lutheran High School The benefits of internation...

In this episode, we’re joined by Darcy Hendricks and Rebecca Ullmann, leaders of the Lutheran Parent Association (LPA). They share what the LPA is all about, the amazing work they do to support our teachers and school community, and how YOU can get involved. Whether you’re looking to volunteer, connect with other parents, or learn more about the LPA’s mission, this episode has you covered! Tune in...

Welcome to Season 4 of the podcast! It’s hard to believe we’ve been at this for over three semesters now. To kick off this season, we’re diving into an important and thought-provoking topic: What is the purpose of education? Joining me for this conversation are our Dean of Academics, Tim Thomack, and English teacher Josie Oberdieck. Together, we explore the philosophy behind this fundamental quest...

This episode offers zero educational value whatsoever. To celebrate the Christmas season, we are wrapping up season 3 with a full episode of Lukewarm Takes. Your hosts bring some serious Scrooge energy this week (Hannah more than Zoeller), but we hope this lighthearted banter gives you a few laughs and brightens your day as the semester winds down. Here’s the lineup of Lukewarm Takes we cover: And...

This week on the podcast, our Men’s and Women’s Christian Decision teachers, Jason and Alicia, tackle questions submitted by their students! We dive into a wide range of topics, from seeking Godly relationships to staying connected to God even when we don't feel His presence. We barely scratched the surface of the students' submissions, so stay tuned—Jason and Alicia will be back for a f...

On today’s episode, LuHi Executive Director Dan Gehrke joins the podcast to discuss exciting updates about the future of LuHi. He talks about the big-picture vision and gives an update on our current capital campaign and upcoming expansion project, Greater Impact Phase 3. This week’s Lukewarm Take features a heated debate inspired by Hannah’s friend Laura—and unknowingly, Dan himself—on whether pi...

Our Dream Team - oh, I mean Deans Team - is on the Pod this week! Brit Gusmus and Paul Blomenberg are here to dive into student accountability, conflict resolution, and why learning life skills in high school is a game-changer. You won’t want to miss their insights, stories, and tips for navigating this critical stage of life. This week's Lukewarm Take (well, it's more of a Tepid Take) c...

AI is everywhere—even in your student’s classrooms. That’s why we’re excited to bring you this episode all about AI in education. Joining me are Mr. Black, our go-to expert in AI and EdTech, and Mr. Thomack, our Dean of Academics, who share their insights on AI's pros, cons, and future usage in high schools. They remind us that at LuHi, the heart of education will always be the learning proce...

Okay, maybe we are exaggerating a little in the title. We think all our guests are interesting! But Mr Hynum does have one of the most interesting backgrounds! Today, he shares a little about what it was like to grow up in Papua New Guinea, his love of language and culture, and his teaching philosophy. Plus, we gush over how great the new ASL class has been this year. Today's Lukewarm Take is...

This episode is a special one! I'm joined by Mr. Doebele, Head of the Social Studies Department, and Mr. DeAntoni, our very own resident Veteran, to dive into the upcoming Veterans Day Service. Along the way, Mr. DeAntoni shares some stories from his time in the military, and we discuss meaningful ways to honor those who have served. Our Veterans Day Service is November 11 at 9am in the gym....

Our biggest event of the year is almost here, and you don’t want to miss it! The 25th Annual LuHi Auction is coming up on November 22nd at 6:30 PM at Lutheran High School. This week's guest, Assistant Donor Advisor Carolyn Ristow shares all about what to look forward to at this event.  This is our largest fundraiser, and all proceeds go directly to support tuition assistance for students. By...

StuCo members Grace and Ryleigh join us to talk about all the Homecoming activities happening this week on campus! We cover everything from dress up days to the dance, but be sure to check the TVs around the school for more details. School Calendar with Homecoming Athletic Events: https://www.lhsparker.org/current-families Homecoming Theme: The Olympics This week's Lukewarm Take comes from Je...

In this episode, we feature our first-ever parent guests! Carin and Megan are the leaders of Loving Lions, a parent-led organization at LuHi dedicated to supporting families facing life-changing events by sharing the selfless, agape love we see in Scripture. You'll hear about the many ways this amazing group serves the LuHi community. If you're interested in joining this wonderful group,...

Today, two student worship leaders join the Pod to discuss Refuge! Refuge is our student-led worship and small group gathering, held one Sunday each month. Participants also share a meal before worship, and everyone is welcome—including parents! Tune in to learn more about this fantastic community-building event in this episode. This week's Lukewarm take topic is selfies and it comes from Mrs...

This is a can't-miss episode! You'll hear wise words from Chris DeAntoni (LuHi Pod Veteran) and Emily Saulnier (LuHi newbie, but welcome back anytime!) as they answer questions sent in by their Men's and Women's Health students.  This week's Lukewarm Take was sent in by Mr Fischer and is about goal setting. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Our intro, outro, and segment mu...

Come to Missions Night! It's September 29th from 6-8pm in the gym! If you are interested in going on a mission trip this year, be sure to attend this event. It's your chance to pick the top three trips you're interested in attending. In this episode, LuHi Senior Malea and Mr Garner share words of wisdom, their passion for serving others, and a few stories of the impact that service...