Episode 52: December 2025 Updates & More

Episode 53 Alumni Edition: Steve Fordahl

0:26 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYE40RSYJBQ&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=1&t=26s] – Welcome & Introduction1:11 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYE40RSYJBQ&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=1&t=71s] – Life After HPS: The First Step2:56 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYE40RSYJBQ&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=1&t=176s] – Finding Direction in North Carolina5:41 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYE40RSYJBQ&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=1&t=341s] – Discovering Nutrition and Research9:06 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYE40RSYJBQ&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=1&t=546s] – Graduate School & Advanced Studies11:56 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYE40RSYJBQ&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=1&t=716s] – Career at UNC–Greensboro15:11 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYE40RSYJBQ&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=1&t=911s] – Reflections on Hettinger Public School18:26 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYE40RSYJBQ&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=1&t=1106s] – Words of Wisdom for Students20:26 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYE40RSYJBQ&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=1&t=1226s] – Closing Thoughts & Series Purpose

Episode 52: December 2025 Updates & More

0:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2BYDjXon14&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=2] Welcome & Introduction 1:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2BYDjXon14&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=2&t=60s] Science Lab Remodel 4:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2BYDjXon14&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=2&t=240s] Building Upgrades 5:40 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2BYDjXon14&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=2&t=340s] Door C Entrance Improvements 7:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2BYDjXon14&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=2&t=420s] Locker & AV Room Updates 10:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2BYDjXon14&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=2&t=600s] Principal Transition 12:30 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2BYDjXon14&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=2&t=750s] Student Mental Health Support 15:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2BYDjXon14&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=2&t=900s] Athletics Co-op Highlights 19:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2BYDjXon14&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=2&t=1140s] Semester Wrap-Up 21:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2BYDjXon14&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=2&t=1260s] Student Media Studio

Episode 51: Brandon Saho breaking the stigma on mental health

Learn more about Brandon Saho: @thementalgamepod   [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHHQe1q84g2sUPEFWy1beGw]Thank you ‪@westriverhealthserv‬ [https://www.youtube.com/@westriverhealthserv] for connecting our community with this resource.

Episode 50: How Our Small School Made a Huge Impact Using Video

Join hosts Mr. Harold and Mr. Janikowski as they dive into the journey of Hettingers student-led video broadcasting program, The HPS Stream Team—starting from a humble setup during the 2020 pandemic to becoming a more professional, community-supported live streaming powerhouse! Discover how passionate students as young as 12 are mastering live broadcast productions all while balancing school and extracurriculars. Learn about the challenges, funny moments, and breakthroughs that shaped this unique program in Hettinger North Dakota!But that’s not all—get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at their Video Production Broadcasting class and annual Short Film Festival. From comedy and horror to sci-fi and experimental art. Learn about how students transform ideas into captivating films, overcoming real-world obstacles and growing their creative skills.Timestamps:00:00:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wsBnwW5FDs0&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=4] — Introduction & History of Stream Team00:11:03 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wsBnwW5FDs0&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=4&t=663s] — Highlights & Current Status of the Stream Team00:18:37 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wsBnwW5FDs0&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=4&t=1117s] — Team Structure, Training & Leadership00:29:02 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wsBnwW5FDs0&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=4&t=1742s] — Viewership Growth & Community Impact00:34:40 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wsBnwW5FDs0&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=4&t=2080s] — Challenges, Equipment, and Support System00:40:42 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wsBnwW5FDs0&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=4&t=2442s] — Operations, Logistics & Sustainability00:47:19 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wsBnwW5FDs0&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=4&t=2839s] — Partnerships & Program Appreciation00:53:51 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wsBnwW5FDs0&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=4&t=3231s] — Bonus Content (Film Festival & Video Production Highlights)

Episode 49 - May 2025 Board Meeting Summary

00:00:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YoupmwUByc&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=5] – Introduction and Superintendent Update00:00:26 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YoupmwUByc&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=5&t=26s] – Roof Leak Repairs00:01:55 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YoupmwUByc&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=5&t=115s] – Pool Area and Lighting Improvements00:03:42 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YoupmwUByc&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=5&t=222s] – Heating System and Boiler Fixes00:04:34 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YoupmwUByc&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=5&t=274s] – Enrollment and Teacher Contracts Update00:05:29 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YoupmwUByc&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=5&t=329s] – Elementary School Report and Events00:06:29 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YoupmwUByc&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=5&t=389s] – Athletics Update and Spring Sports00:07:58 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YoupmwUByc&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=5&t=478s] – Financial Cleanup and Audit Progress00:09:53 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YoupmwUByc&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=5&t=593s] – Finance Committee and State Funding00:11:46 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YoupmwUByc&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=5&t=706s] – District Challenges and Programs00:13:33 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YoupmwUByc&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=5&t=813s] – Reserve Funds and Budget Planning00:14:03 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YoupmwUByc&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=5&t=843s] – Co-op Committee Discussion and Issues00:21:26 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YoupmwUByc&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=5&t=1286s] – Policy Committee and New Policies00:24:54 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YoupmwUByc&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=5&t=1494s] – Cell Phone Policy and Technology Use00:28:35 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YoupmwUByc&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=5&t=1715s] – Building Maintenance and Renovations00:31:46 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YoupmwUByc&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=5&t=1906s] – Student Feedback on Choices and Programs00:33:06 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YoupmwUByc&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=5&t=1986s] – Curriculum and Course Offerings00:35:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YoupmwUByc&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=5&t=2100s] – Unfinished Business: Finances and Negotiations00:38:01 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YoupmwUByc&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=5&t=2281s] – Armory Use Agreement00:39:30 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YoupmwUByc&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=5&t=2370s] – PE Credit and Course Load Discussion00:40:50 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YoupmwUByc&list=PLwiqMDuJxkGEHf_QQubRcMHNYCK8xaTuX&index=5&t=2450s] – Closing Remarks