Letters from the Lunchroom

Jul 30 2024 78 ep. 39 mins 1

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"Letters from the Lunchroom" is brought to you by SparkWheel. During this podcast, we talk to people who have a relationship with our organization. From students to staff members, alumni to volunteers, we know that people who connect with non-profits have a story that led them there, and we want to know that story.

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S7 E1: Judy Hilyard, Vice President of Data & Evaluation

Jul 30 2024 38 mins

In our newest episode of "Letters From the Lunchroom," we catch up with Judy Hilyard, Vice President of Data & Evaluation for SparkWheel. Judy, the official "Data Guru" of SparkWheel, " shares her love of Excel and numbers. Listen as she talks about how her work helps the "wheel" of SparkWheel work.

S6 12: Eugene Jones, Student Support Coordinator at Topeka West High School

Jun 21 2024 30 mins

In our newest episode of "Letters From the Lunchroom," we catch up with Eugene Jones, Student Support Coordinator at Topeka West High School. Eugene shares how he has supported students in the five years he has worked as an SSC. In his letter, he tells students, "Be the spark that ignites change in the world."

S6 11: Stefani Britton, Student Support Coordinator at Ottawa High School

May 30 2024 37 mins

In our newest episode of "Letters From the Lunchroom," we catch up with Stefani Britton, Student Support Coordinator at Ottawa High School. Stefani discusses her Adulting 101 event and how the community in Franklin County has worked hard to support SparkWheel and our efforts to support students and their families. Follow along as she shares her insights and the importance of commun

S6 10: Brooke Hopper, Director of HR & Learning

Apr 30 2024 42 mins

In our newest episode of "Letters From the Lunchroom," we catch up with Brooke Hopper, Director of HR & Learning for SparkWheel. Brooke discusses her background in law, working with troubled youth, and how those experiences prepared her to be a Student Support Coordinator. Follow along as she emphasizes the importance of relationship-building and believing in yourself!

S6 09: Megan Stoneberger Johnson, Student Support Coodinator

Mar 29 2024 34 mins

In our newest episode of "Letters From the Lunchroom," we catch up with Megan Stoneberger Johnson, Student Support Coordinator for Pittsburg State University. Megan shares her experiences as a first-generation college student and how that influences her work supporting college students at PSU.

S6 08: Brandon McDonnell, Program Director

Feb 23 2024 34 mins

In our newest episode of 'Letters From the Lunchroom,' we catch up with Brandon McDonnell, Program Director at SparkWheel. Brandon shares his journey from working in the disciplinary side of education to his fulfilling role at SparkWheel, where he helped students before they encountered trouble. Tune in to hear Brandon's insights and the advice he'd give to SparkWheel students.

S6 07: Nate Wallace, Program Director

Feb 02 2024 44 mins

In the latest episode of "Letters From the Lunchroom," we sit down with Nate Wallace, Program Director for SparkWheel. Nate discusses how lifelong friendships led him to SparkWheel and what he would say if he could go back in time and meet himself as a child.

S6 06: Kira Foster and Levi Brabec, AmeriCorps Vista Members

Dec 18 2023 52 mins

In this episode, we talk with Kira Foster and Levi Brabec, AmeriCorps Vista Members for SparkWheel. Kira and Levi discuss their passion for serving others and why they believe the work SparkWheel is doing is instrumental.

S6 05: Winter Moore, Student Support Coordinator, Fort Scott Middle School

Nov 27 2023 45 mins

In this episode, we talk with Winter Moore, Student Support Coordinator at Fort Scott Middle School for SparkWheel. Winter discusses overcoming barriers in her childhood to get where she is today. Listen as Winter speaks about seeing students "for who they are."

S6 04: Crystalle Green, Program Director

Oct 27 2023 37 mins

In this episode, we talk with Crytalle Green, Program Director for SparkWheel. Crystalle discusses her strengths and how they influence her work. Listen as Crystalle speaks about the importance of "pausing" and learning from mistakes.