Episodes

  • Spring Athletics
    Apr 14 2025

    This episode highlights BSHS athletics and celebrates the dedication and teamwork that drive our student-athletes. Plus, we'll preview what's ahead in this spring sports season!

    Featuring: High School athletic director Joe Stephens, Berrien Springs Middle School physical education teacher and varsity track and field coach Jon Rodriguez, and Berrien Springs High School spring sport athletes Lily Garcia, Ethan McCrary, Joe Chimwamchere, Isabella Kissinger, Zariyah Mance, Ethan Tripp, and Jade Hoffman.

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    28 mins
  • Growing Strong: Kindergarten and GSRP Program at Mars Elementary
    Mar 6 2025

    In this podcast, we will explore Mars Elementary's Kindergarten and Preschool programs, giving our families an inside look at what it means to be part of the Shamrock community. Through conversations with our principal and teachers, we will highlight the learning experiences, caring environment, and the strong foundation our program provides for our young learners. Whether you are a prospective family or a community member, this episode will showcase how we support each child's growth and success—The Shamrock Way!

    Featuring: Jake Skelly, Mars Elementary Principal

    Misty Grice, ProFives Teacher

    Emily Iott, Kindergarten Teacher

    Carmen Sherman, GSRP Preschool Teacher

    Jennifer Wallace, GSRP Preschool Teacher

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    35 mins
  • One Berrien Staff Recognition Campaign
    Oct 28 2024

    This episode highlights Berrien Springs Public Schools One Berrien Campaign on Staff Recognition.

    Featuring: Jeff Yauchstetter, Assistant Superintendent for Innovation and Learning and Gail Fox, Communications Director.

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    26 mins
  • National School Bus Safety Week
    Oct 22 2024

    This episode highlights our School Bus Safety week and the district's commitment to ensuring the safety of every student, every day on our school buses.

    Featuring: Transportation Director John Legus and Driver Erik Nieman

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    26 mins
  • Celebrating Performing Arts Excellence and Achievements at Berrien Springs Public Schools
    Jul 10 2024

    ABOUT THIS EPISODE: This episode highlights the Berrien Springs Public Schools Performing Arts program, showcasing the band, choir, and theatre programs and the opportunities they provides our students.

    FEATURING: Berrien Springs Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Thomas Bruce. Berrien Springs High School Band Director Kelly Rosselit, Berrien Springs Middle School/High School Choir and Drama Director Carrie Vandenberg, Berrien Springs High School Student Esme James, Berrien Springs High School Student Melody Kertawidjaja, Berrien Springs High School Student Clair Kim, and Berrien Springs High School Student Tony Jordan.

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    20 mins
  • Future Crafters: The Shamrock Way to Career and Technical Education
    Mar 1 2024
    About this Episode: This episode highlights the Berrien Springs Public Schools Career and Technical Education (CTE) program, showcasing the options CTE offers, its learning approach, and the opportunities it provides our students.
    Featuring: Berrien Springs Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Thomas Bruce,Berrien Springs High School Career Technical Education Director Pete Anderson, Berrien Springs Alumni Jaden Pailing, Berrien Springs High School Student Kristina Halder, and CTE Fire Fighting Teacher Corey Burks.
    For more information on Berrien Springs Public Schools visit www.homeoftheshamrocks.org.
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    23 mins
  • ShamrockED - Empowering Minds: What Makes Student Engagement Thrive at Mars Elementary?
    Jan 24 2024

    This episode showcases the 'Board Walk' initiative at Mars Elementary, Berrien Springs Public Schools, highlighting our dedication to hands-on learning and active student engagement. It offers a compelling look into how we learn and grow together among staff, students, administration, and board members to actualize our educational vision, enriching each student's journey with impactful learning experiences.

    Featuring: Melissa Beregsasy, Mars Elementary Second Grade Teacher; Josh Feldpausch, Mars Elementary Principal; Paul Toliver, BSPS Board of Education President; and Dr. Thomas Bruce, Superintendent

    For more information on Berrien Springs Public Schools visit homeoftheshamrocks.org

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    21 mins