Join Harlem School District's Superintendent Dr. Terrell Yarbrough as he discusses what is happening in and around district 122! Now in it's 5th season!

Talk 122
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Join Harlem School District's Superintendent Dr. Terrell Yarbrough as he discusses what is happening in and around district 122! Now in it's 5th season!
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Recent Episodes

June 5, 2026
Driving Education Forward with ROE 4 Superintendent Scott Bloomquist
<p><strong>Episode Summary:</strong>In the final episode for this school year, Dr. Yarborough wraps up an incredible Season 5 of Talk 122 with a highly anticipated guest: Scott Bloomquist, the Regional Superintendent of Schools for the Regional Office of Education (ROE) 4, serving Boone and Winnebago counties.</p><p>If you've ever wondered what a regional superintendent actually does behind the scenes, this episode pulls back the curtain. From the extensive administrative and safety protocols keeping schools running smoothly to student-facing support programs, Superintendent Bloomquist shares how ROE 4 champions the local educational community.</p><p>Dr. Yarborough and Superintendent Bloomquist also dive into the transformative impact of Summit Academy—now wrapping up its sixth year—and celebrate the soaring graduation and student engagement rates achieved through local collaboration. Plus, stick around for a candid conversation about the post-COVID landscape of public education, the rise of career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and a fun, lightning-round look at their favorite summer traditions.</p><p>Thank you for tuning in and engaging with us all season long! Have a safe and happy summer, and remember: I am Harlem, you're Harlem, we are Harlem</p><p>📬 We Want to Hear From You!</p><p>As we look ahead to Season 6, we want to make sure we're sharing the stories you care about most. If you have any topic suggestions, guest recommendations, or stories you'd like to hear when the podcast returns next school year, please reach out to us via the link on our website!</p>

May 2, 2026
What Makes a School Great? HMS Breaks It Down
<p>Go inside Harlem Middle School in Episode 507 of the Talk 122 Podcast! 🎙️</p><p>Superintendent Dr. Terrell Yarbrough sits down with an 8th grade student, a teacher, and an assistant principal to talk about what makes HMS a special place to learn and grow. From student advice on navigating middle school to building strong relationships and creating a positive school culture, this episode highlights the people and connections that make HMS stand out.</p><p>Hear real perspectives from:</p><ul><li>Brilliance Tarver (8th Grade Student)</li><li>Drew Colcalsure (Teacher)</li><li>Jason Ware (Assistant Principal)</li></ul><p>Topics include:</p><ul><li>Transitioning to middle school</li><li>The importance of relationships and involvement</li><li>Supporting students through challenges</li><li>Building a strong school community</li></ul><p>👉 Whether you're a student, parent, or community member, this episode gives you a closer look at why HMS is a great place to be.</p>

December 20, 2025
Student Voices, Community History, and Real-World Learning
<p>In Season 5, Episode 5 of Talk 122, Superintendent Dr. Terrell Yarbrough spotlights a powerful student-led project connecting classroom learning to real communities beyond Harlem. Social Studies teacher <strong>Kyra Newnam</strong> joins the conversation alongside Harlem High School seniors <strong>Kennedie Meyers</strong> and <strong>Kai Borgetti</strong>, who are participating in a statewide oral history project focused on coal communities and economic transition.</p><p>The episode explores how students are capturing firsthand stories through interviews, journalism, photography, and video, working in collaboration with the Climate Jobs Institute and university researchers. Kennedie and Kai share what it’s like to conduct interviews, document community life, and preserve voices that are often overlooked, while gaining hands-on experience in journalism, storytelling, and research.</p><p>This episode highlights how Harlem students are applying empathy, curiosity, and technical skills to real-world issues—demonstrating the impact of project-based learning, student internships, and authentic community engagement.</p><p></p>
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