Inside the OSD with Dr. Leslie Bergstrom

Our Oregon High School Agriculture program and FFA club offers amazing hands-on learning and leadership opportunities for our students. In this episode we are live on site at the Dane County Fair to see our kids in action and learn about how school and community come together - in line with our District values to make it all happen.

Today we are talking with members of our OMS Green Team and club advisor and long time educator, Nate Mahr who is retiring this school year.  We'll hear about their learning, contributions to sustainability, and legacy. 

Each year, 7th grade students at Oregon Middle School from the 7-O team participate in the Urban Challenge, a hands-on “amazing race” style event in downtown Madison.  In this episode we'll learn all about this experience from event organizer, Laura Stoller, and some students who recently completed the challenge. 

Today we’re talking with a few OHS seniors who will be continuing to pursue their athletic passion after high school to learn about their path, what steps they took to secure these opportunities, and what they’re most looking forward to as this year comes to a close.

Today we are talking with our OHS school nutrition team and a student who is using artistic talents to bring great fun and joy to others each day during lunch.

In this episode, we're going behind the scenes of our "OHS Legislature: (a.k.a. our OHS Political Science class), where students get a hands-on approach to learning about our democratic process.  You'll see how our District value of  “Relevant and Empowering Learning Experiences” is on full display in this course! 

January is National Mentor Month and we are fortunate to have an amazing mentoring program right here in the OSD. Today we are going to hear all about the Be A Champion Mentor program from the program coordinator, and two pairs of mentors / mentees. 

If you are interested in volunteering to be a mentor, you can find information about the Be A Champion Mentor Program here: https://www.oregonsd.org/community/volunteer

This episode features four OHS alumni who joined us for the annual OHS Alumni Day, where previous students come back to share what they're doing now, how they got there, and tips for success.  This is a must-listen-to episode for high school students and families!  

We have many student leaders at Oregon High School and they make an incredible difference in our community. Today we are talking with Jacsyn Disrud, one of our students who is serving as a representative with the Dane County Youth Governance program. 

Each year 8th grade students at Oregon Middle School participate in a leaf raking community service project. Today we’re going to learn a little more about this project from this year’s organizer and a few of our students.

Today we are talking about a topic that is very timely as we start seeing colder temperatures: Snow Days! We'll hear from local Oregon resident and senior chief meteorologist at WKOW - Bob Lindmeier, and one of our own OSD parents to discuss common questions about snow days.

Today we are at the Oregon High School Performing Arts Center to get a behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming production of Macbeth. We’re talking with the Director, Mike Ducett, along with a few of our senior cast members.

Today we are talking about a very serious topic related to vaping and the challenges with disposing of vape cartridges. We’ll hear from Amy Miller, Juanita Weinert, and two student leaders who are working to spread awareness about this important topic.

Today we’re meeting up with Officer Krantz, our new OSD School Resource Officer. We'll learn a little bit about him, what he's looking forward to, and tips for keeping kids safe.

In this episode, we talk with our high school Associate Principal Mr. Ashmore, and a couple of our veteran students about what to expect freshman year.

In this episode, we’re getting the inside scoop on Oregon Straw Hat Players production of Mamma Mia from some of our OSD students and an OSD graduate who are part of the cast this summer. Make sure you get your tickets now - opening night is THIS Saturday (8/3)!

Today we are talking with a longtime Oregon teacher - and somewhat of a celebrity - who was recently awarded the prestigious Crystal Apple Award. Tune in to hear directly from OHS art teacher, Mike Derrick, and one of the students who nominated him for this honor.