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This is #205

This is #205

By Galesburg CUSD #205

Join Superintendent, Dr. John Asplund, as he speaks with members of the Galesburg CUSD #205 community. Guests will include but are not limited to, staff members, students, coaches, and community members.
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Dr. Asplund and Luan Statham

This is #205Sep 19, 2022

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Dr. Asplund and Luan Statham

Dr. Asplund and Luan Statham

Dr. Asplund speaks with the Director of Special Education, Luan Statham, in this episode. 

Sep 19, 202216:42
Dr. Asplund and Dr. Springer

Dr. Asplund and Dr. Springer

During this episode of, "This is #205", Dr. Asplund speaks with the new Silas Willard principal, Dr. Tiffany Springer.

Jul 27, 202212:36
July 2022 Board of Education Meeting

July 2022 Board of Education Meeting

Dr. Asplund and CUSD #205 Board of Education President, Rod Scherpe, discuss the June board meeting in this episode of, This is 205.

Jul 20, 202215:20
Dr. Asplund and Keri Pala

Dr. Asplund and Keri Pala

Get to know the new Steele Elementary Principal, Keri Pala in this episode! Welcome to CUSD #205, Ms. Pala! 


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Jun 15, 202209:58
Dr. Asplund and Jodi Johnson

Dr. Asplund and Jodi Johnson

What is it like to be in a first-grade classroom in 2022? Steele Elementary 1st grade teacher, Jodi Johnson, tells us what teaching is like after a pandemic and more in this episode! #Thisis205

Jun 03, 202211:09
Dr. Asplund and Adam Seaney

Dr. Asplund and Adam Seaney

On this episode, Dr. Asplund introduces the Galesburg CUSD #205 community to the new Galesburg Area Vocational Center Director, Adam Seaney. 

Apr 28, 202213:01
Dr. Asplund and Nick Young

Dr. Asplund and Nick Young

On today's episode Dr. Asplund talks with current Churchill Junior High Principal, Nick Young. 

Apr 27, 202212:27
April Board of Education Recap

April Board of Education Recap

Dr. Asplund and CUSD #205 Board of Education president, Rod Scherpe, give a summary of the April Board of Education meeting. 

Apr 21, 202222:07
Dr. Asplund and Eric Matthews

Dr. Asplund and Eric Matthews

Dr. Asplund talks with CUSD #205 Athletic Director, Eric Matthews.

Apr 04, 202214:33
Dr. Asplund and Scott Rasso

Dr. Asplund and Scott Rasso

Dr. Asplund is joined by the CUSD #205 ESL Coordinator, Scott Rasso on this episode. Find out more about Scott and the upcoming GHS spring musical in this episode. Scott is directing 'Working', the musical that will be performed by students this spring. 

Mar 17, 202218:42
March 2022 Board of Education Meeting Recap

March 2022 Board of Education Meeting Recap

 Dr. Asplund is joined by CUSD #205 Board of Education president, Rod Scherpe, to recap the March Board meeting. 

Mar 17, 202227:48
February 2022 Board of Education Meeting Recap

February 2022 Board of Education Meeting Recap

Dr. Asplund and CUSD #205 Board of Education president, Rod Scherpe, take some time to summarize the February BOE meeting. 

Feb 24, 202222:11
Dr. Asplund and Jennifer Graves

Dr. Asplund and Jennifer Graves

Dr. Asplund and Steele Elementary Principal, Jennifer Graves, talk about all the fun and exciting things happening at Steele Elementary and more! 

Feb 03, 202210:06
Dr. Asplund and Tom Hawkins

Dr. Asplund and Tom Hawkins

In this episode, Dr. Asplund talks with Galesburg High School principal, Tom Hawkins, about what steps he has taken throughout his career to get to where he is today. The podcast episode also highlights some of the exciting changes that are happening at Galesburg High School for students and staff. 

Jan 26, 202222:42
January 2022 Board of Education Meeting Recap

January 2022 Board of Education Meeting Recap

Dr. Asplund is joined by CUSD #205 Board of Education president, Rod Scherpe, to discuss the January board meeting. 

Jan 13, 202223:56
Dr. Asplund and Tyler Demaree

Dr. Asplund and Tyler Demaree

GHS Choir Teacher and Director, Tyler Demarre isn't in Kansas anymore, and has made Galesburg, Illinois his new home. Dr. Asplund and Tyler discuss the choir program, Ted Lasso, and more in this episode. 

Jan 13, 202214:54
Dr. Asplund and DeVone Eurales

Dr. Asplund and DeVone Eurales

Dr. Asplund is joined by Churchill Junior High Family Engagement Specialist, DeVone Eurales.

Dec 29, 202117:31
December Board of Education Meeting Recap

December Board of Education Meeting Recap

Dr. Asplund and CUSD #205 Board of Education President, Rod Scherpe, review the December meeting. 

Dec 20, 202124:42
Dr. Asplund and Greg Leibach

Dr. Asplund and Greg Leibach

Dr. Asplund speaks with GHS Art Teacher and Varsity Wrestling Coach, Greg Leibach. 

Dec 20, 202118:33
Dr. Asplund and Randi Grodjesk

Dr. Asplund and Randi Grodjesk

Dr. Asplund and Randi Grodjesk discuss the upcoming opening of "Common Grounds" located at Galesburg High School and more! 

Dec 08, 202114:41
Dr. Asplund and Mindi Ritchie

Dr. Asplund and Mindi Ritchie

Dr. Asplund is joined by Mindi Ritchie to discuss the CUSD #205 Student Success & Support program. 

Dec 01, 202116:03
Dr. Asplund and Ray VanHootegem

Dr. Asplund and Ray VanHootegem

Dr. Asplund and Ray VanHootegem discuss the Galesburg High School boys and girls swim teams on this episode. 

Nov 24, 202114:54
Dr. Asplund and Andy Empey

Dr. Asplund and Andy Empey

In this episode, Dr. Asplund and Andy Empey discuss the 2021 GHS Band Competition season and what we can expect in the future from the Marching Streaks. 

Nov 22, 202113:56
Dr. Asplund and Derrek Blackwell

Dr. Asplund and Derrek Blackwell

Dr. Asplund is joined by Derrek Blackwell to talk about the 2021 GHS football season and more! 

Nov 16, 202115:08
November Board of Education Meeting Recap

November Board of Education Meeting Recap

Dr. Asplund speaks with CUSD #205 Board of Education President, Rod Scherpe, to review the November meeting. 

Nov 16, 202119:39
Dr. Asplund and Jeff Houston

Dr. Asplund and Jeff Houston

Learn more about the Galesburg Area Vocational Center and all the programs that are offered to high school students in Knox, Warren and Henderson counties. 

Nov 05, 202114:58
Dr. Asplund and Coach Evan Massey

Dr. Asplund and Coach Evan Massey

Dr. Asplund and GHS Girls Varsity Basketball Coach, Evan Massey, discuss the upcoming basketball season.  We are excited for the opportunity to speak with him before the season kicks off! 

Oct 29, 202116:12
Dr. Asplund and Chad Thompson

Dr. Asplund and Chad Thompson

During this episode, Dr. Apslund talks with Chad Thompson about his strong roots in the Galesburg community. Chad will also give us a preview of what we can expect during the upcoming basketball season. 

Oct 29, 202120:54
October Board of Education Meeting Recap

October Board of Education Meeting Recap

Dr. Asplund speaks with CUSD #205 Board of Education President, Rod Scherpe, to review the October 11, 2021 board meeting. 

Oct 14, 202117:33
Dr. Asplund & Rebecca Hutton

Dr. Asplund & Rebecca Hutton

To kick off the CUSD #205 Podcast, Dr. Asplund meets with Mrs. Rebecca Hutton, principal at Lombard Middle School. 

Oct 12, 202109:40