It's Good to Know You

Bye Bye Mrs. Bean

This week, Roan and Brian sit down with a true Horizon legend, longtime band director and music educator Stacy Bean, as she reflects on 32 years of teaching, mentoring, laughter, concerts, marching band memories, and life lessons learned along the way. From teaching K–12 music and Spanish, to inspiring generations of students through band, guitar, and unforgettable Veterans Day programs, Mrs. Bean shares stories about the students who changed her life, the power of routine and relationships, and why music matters far beyond the classroom. It’s funny, heartfelt, and packed with wisdom from someone who helped shape the culture of Horizon. Thank you, Mrs. Bean, for the music, the memories, and the impact. ❤️

Girls Basketball Story Time

Mr. Kaslon fires off a solo episode that goes beyond basketball. The team opens up about leadership, confidence, and the lessons they’ve learned through the game. From overcoming challenges to building trust as a team, we explore how girls basketball shapes character both on and off the court.   Real stories, real growth, real impact.  We also dive into some lighter moments, favorite snacks, pump-up songs, bus ride memories, and rapid-fire questions that bring out plenty of laughs.

Resilience, Courage, and Starting Over: Daliia's Story

Flying solo this episode, Mr. Howard sits down with Daliia Martynova, one of Horizon’s most quietly powerful students. From fleeing war in Ukraine to starting over in Nebraska, Daliia shares what it really takes to rebuild your life: learning a new language, finding your people, and pushing through fear, loneliness, and self-doubt. Her story is honest, eye-opening, and deeply inspiring. If you’ve ever felt out of place, struggled to find your voice, or needed a reminder of how strong people can be- this one’s for you!

What is Creativity, really? With Mrs. Szymanski

In this episode of It’s Good to Know You, we spotlight 8th grade English teacher extraordinaire, Mrs. Szymanski. She shares how creativity is built (not born) through courage, vulnerability, and the willingness to try again (and again). Packed with classroom stories, honest reflections, and plenty of laughs, this episode will leave you inspired to take creative risks.

HMS Volleyball Special

Middle school volleyball is where grit, glitter, nerves, laughter, and life lessons all show up on the same court. In this episode of It’s Good to Know You, we sit down with our 8th grade volleyball to talk teamwork, self-talk, courage, bleacher chants, and learning not to compare yourself to anyone but the person you were yesterday. Plus, the unforgettable sound your skin makes on the gym floor when you lay out for a ball. Join us for a celebration of friendship, belonging, and what it means to grow… one point at a time. Heart. Humor. Hustle. Go Jags. 🐾