Melissa catches up with three of our newest educators, Kristian Schank from Scottsbluff High School, Ashley Jackson from Bluffs Middle School, and Erica Croft from Roosevelt Elementary, to talk about how the school year is going so far. Along the way, we show some love for substitutes, talk about our favorite school supplies, and ruminate on how teaching is hard, just like how the sun is hot. You won't want to miss getting to know these fantastic new members of the Bearcat family!

September is Attendance Awareness Month, and the District recently went through a process to help clarify and standardize attendance policy at all levels. Join Melissa and special guests Jeremy Behnke, Justin Shaddick and Ashley De Los Santos as they dive into the new guidance, reflect on the importance of attendance and share tips for families.

Dr. Andrew Dick, Superintendent, and Melissa break down 5 things for families to know for the new school year, whether it's new locations, new apps to download or new curriculum, you can be in the know for the new school year

Maricia Marquez from Empowering Families, along with ReConnect Students Santos Perez, Landynn Schanols, and Davian Blanco break down the 6-week Youth Arise Civic Participation Program that ReConnect participated in this spring

Hannah Shaddick, Ava Osborn and Brandon Baker join Melissa for a look into SHS's upcoming production of Anastasia.

Melissa is joined by James Todd Director of Safety and Security and Dr. Andrew Dick Superintendent for a look into all the different ways the District focuses on Safety and Security.

Sharpen your scissors! This month Melissa catches up with Jennifer Miller SHS Cosmetology Instructor and Seniors Michaela Henry and Rebecca Murphy who share all about the Cosmetology Program, one of the many Career and Technical Education options at SHS.

District Content Area Specialists Jadie Beam and Mandy Hadenfeldt join Melissa to discuss new curriculum in the District, recent NSCAS scores as well as provide strategies for families to help their students be academically successful.

Superintendent Dr. Andrew Dick and Early Childhood Coordinator Dr. Bree Rock join Melissa to give an update on the progress of the Early Childhood Expansion Project.

SHS Activities Director Dave Hoxworth and Westmoor Principal Bert Wright join Melissa for all the behind the scenes of the SHS Athletic Hall of Fame, now in its second year.

Melissa is joined by Beth Rohrer from the SBPS Foundation along with Scott Harvey and Brad Ronne from SHS to talk about the upcoming Night to Remember event and the SHS Auditorium Improvement Project

SBPS Superintendent Dr. Andrew Dick joins Melissa Price to break down 5 things for Scottsbluff Families to know for the new school year.

Melissa dishes with SHS Seniors Lexxus Thrash, Mercedes Thrash, Aaron Luna Lara, and Hans Bastron about their high school experience, what they are proud of, and their plans after graduation. Mr. Scott Harvey, Senior Counselor also joins us on this episode to share how SHS prepares students for opportunities beyond high school.

March is Music in Our Schools Month and Melissa visits music teachers throughout the District to celebrate all the amazing musical opportunities available for our students. Along the way we are reminded that Hot Cross Buns is a rite of passage, we learn that sometimes a percussionist looks like a floating arm and that our music programs are rooted in tradition.

0:30 - Kymbre Veilleux, Roosevelt Elementary and Charnele Long, Longfellow Elementary

18:30 - Mike Koch, BMS Band

27:15 - Ashley Hillman, Orchestra, Frank Ibero, SHS Band and Brad Ronne, SHS Vocal Music/Music Tech

In this episode, Melissa heads to the Family Success Center to learn all about the things the "FSC" does for students and families, the new Social Worker positions at SHS and BMS, and the importance of attendance.

Special guests include:

Jamie Batterman, School Climate Coordinator

Isaiah Wilson, School Outreach Liaison

Ashley De Los Santos, School Social Worker - BMS

Shaylee Little, School Social Worker-SHS/ReConnect

This amazing episode features teachers at all levels throughout the District talking about teaching, why they teach, and special teachers that inspired them to make a difference for Every Child, Every Day. Join Melissa and special guests;

Brooke (Elley) Talkington, BMS - 1:00

Julie Lemmon & Mikayla Olson, Westmoor - 14:50

Derek Deaver, SHS - 41:00

for an extra-special dive into the science and the art of teaching and their love for the profession and for students.

SHS Sophomores Landen Heine, Logan Polk, and Kaidenz McDaniel join Melissa to talk about the SHS Math Team who is having another stellar season. We talk about how math competitions work, whether people can be "naturally good at math" and large quantities of watermelons. It all adds up to a great episode!

Join Melissa Price as she hosts her first student guests of the season Abby Dunkel and Nolan Lambertson who are members of the SHS SkillsUSA Chapter. Nolan and Abby share all about how competitions work, how they prepare, the wide variety of events available and the leadership training they receive as members of the Chapter. SkillsUSA is a Career and Technical Service Organization at SHS whose mission is to empower students to become skilled professionals, career-ready leaders and responsible community members.

Dr. Andrew Dick Superintendent and Dr. Bree Rock, Bear Cub Preschool Principal join Melissa Price for a deeper discussion on the District's big new real estate acquisition and the importance of Early Childhood Education.

Melissa dishes with SBPS Executive Director of Finance Marianne Carlson on the historic reduction of the General Fund Levy resulting in savings for all taxpayers in the District.

13:07 SPECIAL BONUS CONTENT: Jeane Anderson and Jen Schwartz join Melissa to discuss Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, share their stories and activities the District has planned for the week of September 25th