If you think school science fairs are little more than exploding volcanoes, listen in as students talk about their projects and how they implemented the scientific method of research. NBJH Science teacher Amber Paull shares what goes into these semester-long projects where Gold Award winners advance to the Illinois Junior Academy of Science regional competition on March 4th.More about Northbrook District 28Northbrook28.net; Facebook, InstagramContact UsHave a suggestion or comment about our podcast? Contact Terry Ryan, Communications Director

Listen as Assistant Superintendent Dr. Kris Raitzer, Director of Learning Michelle Jackson, Rebecca Stowell, a math interventionist and Nikki Penherski, our junior high instructional coach explain our change in instructional practice, then listen as we visit some classrooms and talk to students and teachers who are excited about math!More about Northbrook District 28Northbrook28.net; Facebook, InstagramContact UsHave a suggestion or comment about our podcast? Contact Terry Ryan, Communications Director

Students meeting in ‘Packs’ and flashing hand signs in the hallways? It’s all part of Greenbriar School’s efforts to build community and belonging. Listen in as Superintendent Dr. Jason Pearson discusses the program with Principal Dr. Ginny Hiltz, School Psychologist Greta Montagano and Social Worker Meghan Dames. During once-a-month meetings, the whole school is divided into small groups comprised of students from every grade alongside teachers and support staff. Data shows the program has been a key component in building student-teacher trust and enhancing the building culture at the school.More about Northbrook District 28Northbrook28.net; Facebook, InstagramContact UsHave a suggestion or comment about our podcast? Contact Terry Ryan, Communications Director

Northbrook District 28 Superintendent Dr. Jason Pearson talks with adults and students involved in the Northbrook Junior High  Community Art Club. NBJH art teacher Mark Hay collaborated with art therapist Mignon Dupepe of Twist Out Cancer to develop and lead a non-clinical after-school experience that emphasizes empathy, love, connection, healing and rebuilding community in a post-COVID year. The club met six times and included both students and staff who created a mosaic that will be on display digitally as part of Brushes With Cancer Midwest Art Exhibition throughout November at the WNDR Museum in Chicago. Hear from Mark Hay, Dr. Scott Meek, NBJH Principal, parent Joe Lombardo, who initiated the idea, Mignon DuPepe as well as teachers and students about this inspiring, healing project.  Visit Northbrook28.net to see a photo of the mosaic or stop by the hallway connecting the gym to the main lobby at Northbrook Junior High.More about Northbrook District 28Northbrook28.net; Facebook, InstagramContact UsHave a suggestion or comment about our podcast? Contact Terry Ryan, Communications Director