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The Hacil PodThe Everything Episode: Student Choice Gone Wild! |Ep. 10n this high-energy, fully student-designed episode of the HACIL Fun Podcast, our students take complete creative control and deliver a wildly entertaining, two-part experience packed with personality, laughter, and surprises.Part 1 features a fast-paced mash-up of everything students love—spontaneous jokes, quick-fire debates, surprising fun facts, multiple younger student spotlights, a teacher spotlight, and tons of random, unscripted segments that only happen when students are fully in charge. With no limits and total creative freedom, the episode unfolds in a delightfully unpredictable way.Part 2, beginning at the 27-minute mark, transitions into a special holiday segment, wh...
2025-12-1649 minThe Hacil PodCelebrating Community Support with HFEE | Feat. Salle Beckwith, Tracy Lynn, and Kris Thompson | Ep. 9In this episode of The HACIL Pod, we sit down with three amazing board members from the Hayward Foundation for Educational Enrichment (HFEE)💰📚✨— Salle Beckwith, Tracy Lynn, and Kris Thompson. They share what HFEE is all about, how the foundation supports educational opportunities throughout our community, and the many ways students, families, and local partners can get involved.HFEE also played a special role in making this very podcast possible by awarding us a grant to purchase our recording equipment🎙️— and we’re excited to highlight the impact of their generosity!Along with this inspiring interview, listener...
2025-12-0238 minThe Hacil PodFrom Beans to Business: Selah Mobile Coffee’s Journey | Feat. Izabelle Heyworth | Ep. 8🎙️ New HACIL Pod Episode!Joining us today is Izabelle “Belle” Heyworth, owner of Selah Mobile Coffee right here in Hayward, WI! ☕💛We’re chatting about the story behind her one-of-a-kind small business, how Selah Mobile Coffee came to life, and the journey that took her from her high school days to becoming the successful entrepreneur she is today. ✨Fun fact: Belle actually spent a couple of years as a HACIL Charter School student—so this episode feels like a full-circle moment!Also featured in this episode: another Senior Spotlight, fun student segments, and more!
2025-11-2521 minThe Hacil Pod🎶 Band-Tastic Banter with Northwoods Strings | Feat.Beth Allison & Emily Kormann | Ep. 7In this episode of The Hacil Pod, we interview two amazing music teachers who serve our Hacil community: Beth Allison and Emily Kormann of Northwood Strings 🎻! Hacil Pod listeners will get an exclusive look into their musical careers, backgrounds, and hobbies. We also explore how music education impacts students, what inspires their teaching, and the exciting programs they bring to our school.This episode features engaging student segments, a Teacher Spotlight highlighting Megan Kauffman, our certified English teacher who works with our high school English students, and additional content.Like and subscribe to tune in for...
2025-11-1825 minThe Hacil PodA Part of a Larger Story | Feat. Superintendent Mark Berquist | Ep. 6🎙️ New Episode of The Hacil Pod! In this episode, we sit down with our Hayward Community School District Superintendent, Mark Berquist, one of the most impactful leaders in our community. Listeners will get an inside look at his first year as Superintendent, gain insight into his role, and hear his reflections on leadership, learning, and community connection.Listen in to hear how Mr. Berquist’s experiences and perspective continue to inspire growth and collaboration within our schools and community.This episode also features a special acknowledgment of our veterans in honor of Veterans Day 🇺🇸, along with a histor...
2025-11-1123 minThe Hacil PodHacil's Money Master Feat. Sheila Turnbull | Ep. 5On today's episode of The HACIL Pod, we interview HACIL’s wonderful HR / Finance manager, Sheila Turnbull! She takes us through her beginning at HACIL and how she supports HACIL's students and staff. This episode also includes a Senior Spotlight, Student Segment, and BLOOPERS!Interested in learning more about Hacil? Get plugged in with our school through our website! LINK HEREOur Podcast is made possible by the generosity of the Hayward Foundation for Educational Enrichment! Learn more about how HFEE supports our local co...
2025-10-2821 minThe Hacil PodMeet our new College & Career Coach! Feat. Malu Dums | Ep. 4This week's episode has a very special guest: HACIL’s new College and Career Coach, Malu Dums! In her interview, Malu shares insight into her new position, her background at HACIL, and how she plans to help students achieve their post-high school aspirations.Stay tuned until the end of the episode to hear more silly Student Spotlight segments!Are you curious about Hacil Charter School? Check out our school website to find out more about our unique community. - Link Here|This episode is brought to you by...
2025-10-2118 minThe Hacil PodHacil Board Spotlight - Feat. Brandy Zapotosky | Ep. #3This week, our student hosts sit down with Brandy, one of H.A.C.I.L.’s incredible Board Members. She shares her history with H.A.C.I.L. Charter School, what it takes to be a board member, and why she loves being part of our school community.Also in this episode: our first Silly Student Segment and Senior Spotlight that’s sure to bring some laughs.Fun facts about Brandy:Loves art of any kindEnjoys cookingTreasures spending time with her girlsTune...
2025-10-1417 minThe Hacil PodThe Humble Beginnings of Hacil - feat. Crystal Hexum | Ep. 2On today’s episode of The Hacil Pod, our student producers sit down with Hacil’s Assistant Principal, Crystal Hexum. Crystal shares the inspiring story of Hacil’s humble beginnings and how this unique blended virtual charter school came to life. Listeners will also hear about the dedication and teamwork that helped shape Hacil into the thriving school community it is today.In this conversation, Crystal reflects on her role in supporting students and staff, while also highlighting the collective efforts of the entire Hacil community. Together, their hard work, passion, and vision continue to sha...
2025-10-0717 minThe Hacil PodMeet Our New Principal – Brooke Marienfeld | Ep. 1🎙️ Episode Title: Meet Our New Principal – Brooke MarienfeldThis first episode is a sample of what is to come this school year! In this special episode of The Hacil Pod, we sit down with our new principal, Brooke Marienfield! Tune in as she shares about her education journey, what led her to Hacil, and the passion she brings to her new role. We talk about her hopes for the school year, her vision for the school community, and how she plans to support both students and staff in the year ahead. Whether you're a student...
2025-07-2922 minThe Hacil PodA First Look at the Hacil Pod (Intro Trailer)🎧 Episode Zero: A First Look at The Hacil PodWelcome to The Hacil Pod! This quick intro episode gives you a behind-the-scenes glimpse of what’s coming your way. Hear how students and staff are teaming up to bring you class spotlights, creative stories, and conversations with our school and community. It's a preview of the fun, heart, and voice of Hacil—straight from the people who live it. We’re just getting started!
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