Tap Into Maple Run

Season 2., Episode 4: Rigor & Relevance

In this episode, Superintendent Bill Kimball and Assistant Superintendent Megan Grube welcome special guest Christopher Moore, Social Studies teacher at BFA. Together, they explore Maple Run’s Core Value of Rigor & Relevance, discussing how meaningful, challenging learning experiences inspire growth and prepare students for success in learning and life. Wellness Tip: Stay energized with balanced snacks! Combine protein-rich foods like nuts, cheese, or yogurt with fruits or vegetables to stay focused and fueled throughout the day. Small, nutritious breaks can make a big difference. Celebrate: This week, we’re celebrating creative, hands-on learning happening across Maple Run, along with the excitement of fall sports, arts, and community events that connect students and families. Community Shout-out: Hear from our mailbag as we highlight voices recognizing innovative teaching and strong classroom connections. Music: This episode features music by Gabrielle Dubie, senior at BFA. Listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, and don’t forget to send your questions or shout-outs to TapIn@MapleRun.org — your voice may be featured in an upcoming episode!

Season 2, Episode 3: Community Connections

In this episode, Superintendent Bill Kimball and Assistant Superintendent Megan Grube welcome special guest Rachel Trackim, Restorative Practices and Social Emotional Learning Instructional Coach at Maple Run. Together, they explore the Core Value of Collaboration & Relationships, highlighting how strong connections help our schools and community thrive. Wellness Tip: Strengthen connections by practicing gratitude. Share one thank-you with a colleague, friend, or family member this week. Small acts of appreciation go a long way. Celebrate: Early successes of the school year, family involvement, and the power of recent community partnerships. Community Shout-out: Hear from our mailbag. Music for this episode is provided by our talented BFA senior, Grant Sheehan-Myers. Stay tuned to the end as Bill and Megan give a sneak peek at Episode 4: Rigor & Relevance with guest Christopher Moore, Social Studies teacher at BFA. Listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, and don’t forget to send your questions or shout-outs to TapIn@MapleRun.org Your voice may be featured in an upcoming episode!

Season 2, Episode 2: Joy in Learning

Tap Into Maple Run – Season 2, Episode 2: Joy in Learning In this episode, Superintendent Bill Kimball and Assistant Superintendent Megan Grube sit down with BFA Assistant Athletic Director Jordan O’Grady and senior student-athlete Jonas Wagner. Together, they explore how Maple Run’s Core Value of Joy & Curiosity comes alive through athletics, academics, and student experiences. Wellness Tip: Take your learning outside! Fresh air and sunlight can give your focus, energy, and mood a much-needed boost. Celebrate: Fall athletics are underway, and students are diving into their first projects of the year. Community Shout-out: Hear a special thank-you from our mailbag and learn how you can share your own message with the podcast team. Stay tuned to the end as Bill and Megan tease Episode 3 — a conversation focused on Collaboration & Relationships. Music: This episode features Modern Changes by our very talented BFA student, Nate Blouin. Listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, and don’t forget to send your questions or shout-outs to TapIn@MapleRun.org — your voice may be featured in an upcoming episode!

Season 2, Episode 1 – Welcome Back with Megan Grube

Tap Into Maple Run podcast is back for the 2025–2026 school year! In this first episode of Season 2, Superintendent Bill Kimball sits down with our new Assistant Superintendent, Megan Grube. Listeners will get to know Megan through our signature guest questions, along with her vision and goals for Maple Run. This year, Tap Into Maple Run shifts to a biweekly schedule, with Bill and Megan co-hosting, bringing you stories, district news, wellness tips, and celebrations from across our schools. ✨ Wellness Tip: Ease into routines by setting a consistent bedtime and wake-up time. Sleep is the foundation of learning and well-being. 🎉 Celebrate: The excitement of settling into routines and the energy that comes with the true beginning of the school year. Listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Have suggestions, comments, or guest ideas? Reach out anytime at TapIn@MapleRun.org

Episode 32 City School PreK & 8th grade 06.16.2025

pisode 32 – Growing Together: Pre-K and 8th Grade Voices from Saint Albans City School In this heartwarming episode of Tap Into Maple Run, Assistant Superintendent John Muldoon and Superintendent Bill Kimball continue their end-of-year journey—this time stopping at Saint Albans City School. With another school year coming to a close, John and Bill sit down with some of the youngest and oldest students in the building: Pre-K learners just beginning their Maple Run story, and 8th graders preparing to step into high school. Through authentic, candid conversations, listeners will hear the wisdom, humor, and hope that come from both ends of the educational journey. Students share reflections on their favorite experiences, the lessons they've learned, and the people who have impacted them the most. Whether it’s wide-eyed wonder from the Pre-Kers or thoughtful insights from the 8th graders, each voice brings something unique—and deeply human—to the story of growing up in the Maple Run community. Questions included: What has this year in Pre-K been like for you? What’s been the best part of your time at Maple Run and why? If you could change one thing about your school experience, what would it be and why? Can you tell us about someone in the school system who’s made a big difference for you? Once again, it’s the students’ voices that shine the brightest. Stay with us as Tap Into Maple Run continues this special reflection series with upcoming visits to Bellows Free Academy and the Northwest Career & Technical Center.