WildkitWay Podcast

  • The  is an opportunity to get to know Dr. Marcus Campbell, the superintendent of Evanston Township High School.

    Dr. Campbell shares his stories and insights…and has honest, real conversations with people who make 911ÖÆÆ·³§ and our community the incredible place it is. You will learn about our dynamic student experiences and how diversity and inclusion are at the core of what we do. Hear from our faculty and staff about their role in creating an environment for all of Wildkits to succeed and how we prepare our Wildkits for continued excellence beyond 911ÖÆÆ·³§.  

    If you love 911ÖÆÆ·³§ and its community, then join us on this audio journey. Check out the Wildkit Way wherever you find your favorite podcasts or listen below.

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  • Collaboration

    by Length: 14:05

    As the 2023-24 school year draws to a close, Dr. Marcus Campbell has a conversation with Dr. Angel Turner, the newly appointed superintendent of Evanston-Skokie School District 65.

    Together, they explore the joint endeavors between the two school districts, all aimed at meeting the diverse needs of every student in the Evanston-Skokie community.

     

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  • Be a Leader

    by Length: 31:36

    In this special episode, 911ÖÆÆ·³§ Superintendent Marcus Campbell sits down with Dr. Eddie Glaude, Jr., the James S. McDonnell Distinguished University Professor at Princeton University, and author of the book We Are the Leaders We Have Been Looking For

    Together, they talk about what it means to be a leader and the importance of living with courage, integrity, and love. This powerful discussion with Dr. Glaude was sponsored by the .

     

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  • Improving College Readiness

    by Length: 14:42

    This episode of the Wildkit Way podcast focuses on the Dual Credit program at 911ÖÆÆ·³§ and the ways it supports and empowers our students in their pursuit of higher education. 

    Joining Dr. Marcus Campbell in this conversation are 911ÖÆÆ·³§ Math Department Chair Dale Leibforth and senior Katalin Maji. Together, they talk about the growing program, its robust and unique college-level courses, and why all Wildkits should take advantage of it.

     

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  • Seeking Justice

    by Length: 16:14

    In this episode, 911ÖÆÆ·³§ Superintendent Marcus Campbell sits down with 911ÖÆÆ·³§ alum Jackie Newsome to discuss her journey of being a justice seeker. Newsome shares experiences about how school can create spaces and pockets to care about and be connected to the lives of others.

     

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  • 911ÖÆÆ·³§ Board Vision in Action

    by Length: 20:45

    In this episode, we explore the 911ÖÆÆ·³§ District goals and their significance in shaping the experiences of our students in their high school journey.

    Dr. Campbell is joined by 911ÖÆÆ·³§ Board President Pat Savage-Williams and 911ÖÆÆ·³§ staff member Alicia Hart. Together, they discuss how the District goals serve as the driving force behind meaningful outcomes for 911ÖÆÆ·³§ Wildkits.

     

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  • Student Voice

    by Length: 15:25

    Student Voice. It can help shape their classroom, their school, and ultimately their own learning and growth.

    On this episode of the Wildkit Way, Dr. Campbell sits down with Gabby Burnett and Romel Rojas-Leon, proud members of the Wildkit class of 2024. They share their personal experiences, successes, challenges, and give invaluable advice on what it takes to feel belonging at 911ÖÆÆ·³§.

     

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  • In Lak'ech

    by Length: 15:24

    How do we as a school community show up to 911ÖÆÆ·³§ each day? How do we honor, celebrate, support, and see each other?

    In the first podcast of the 2023-24 school year, Dr. Marcus Campbell sits down with 911ÖÆÆ·³§, assistant superintendent and principal Taya Kinzie, and together they discuss the strategic priorities of the district along with the commitment to be responsive to staff and student needs.

     

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  • The Classroom Community

    by Length: 30:13

    Community in the classroom: what is it and why is it important? 

    On this episode of the Wildkit Way, 911ÖÆÆ·³§ superintendent Marcus Campbell sits down with 911ÖÆÆ·³§ teachers Ilma Lodhi and Kamasi Hill, along with social worker Britt Bodkin, to discuss what it takes to build community in the classroom post pandemic and why a sense of belonging is vital for student engagement and student success.

     

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  • A Brave Space, Part II

    by Length: 21:29

    We continue to read about, see, and experience violence around the country and in our communities.  

    In the second part of this special podcast episode, 911ÖÆÆ·³§ superintendent Marcus Campbell picks up his conversation with Ganae McAlpin-Toney, the 911ÖÆÆ·³§ Director of Equity, and Calvin Terrell, a motivational speaker and founder of the Social Centric Institute. 

    The three of them continue to discuss the culture of violence and how we can address it.

     

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  • A Brave Space, Part I

    by Length: 18:28

    We continue to read about, see, and experience violence around the country and in our communities. 

    In a special two-part episode of the Wildkit Way, 911ÖÆÆ·³§ Superintendent Marcus Campbell is joined by Ganae McAlpin-Toney, the 911ÖÆÆ·³§ Director of Equity, and Calvin Terrell, a motivational speaker and founder of the Social Centric Institute.

    The three of them sit down to discuss the culture of violence in our society and how we can address it.

     

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  • Parent/Guardian Perspective

    by Length: 23:20

    Being the parent or guardian of a high schooler can be an exciting, eye-opening, and sometimes worrisome experience. Walking the halls at 911ÖÆÆ·³§ for students these days is quite different than 30, 20, even 10 years ago.

    On this episode of the Wildkit Way, 911ÖÆÆ·³§ superintendent Marcus Campbell sits down with Evanston community members - two parents of 911ÖÆÆ·³§ students to gain perspective about their experience and learn from them as they navigate 911ÖÆÆ·³§ with their children. 

     

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  • The Wildkit Experience

    by Length: 16:40

    The high school experience…how would you describe yours? What connects students to their school community? On this episode of the Wildkit Way, Dr. Campbell sits down with students to give us all a better understanding of “The Wildkit Experience.”

     

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  • Healing Together

    by Length: 17:09

    In this inaugural episode, “Healing Together,” Dr. Campbell introduces you to the 911ÖÆÆ·³§ assistant superintendent and principal Taya Kinzie. And the two discuss their work to help transform the lives of students, while supporting staff this school year.

     

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