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Bearcat Chat - A Podcast about all things Scottsbluff Schools

Bearcat Chat - A Podcast about all things Scottsbluff Schools

By Scottsbluff Public Schools

The Bearcat Chat Podcast is an inside look at all things Scottsbluff Public Schools. Our focus will be on celebrating stories of our students and staff, and keeping you informed about what makes our school experience memorable for #everychildeveryday
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Music in Our Schools Month

Bearcat Chat - A Podcast about all things Scottsbluff SchoolsMar 22, 2024

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Music in Our Schools Month

Music in Our Schools Month

March is Music in Our Schools Month and Melissa visits music teachers throughout the District to celebrate all the amazing musical opportunities available for our students. Along the way we are reminded that Hot Cross Buns is a rite of passage, we learn that sometimes a percussionist looks like a floating arm and that our music programs are rooted in tradition.

0:30 - Kymbre Veilleux, Roosevelt Elementary and Charnele Long, Longfellow Elementary

18:30 - Mike Koch, BMS Band

27:15 - Ashley Hillman, Orchestra, Frank Ibero, SHS Band and Brad Ronne, SHS Vocal Music/Music Tech

Mar 22, 202447:32
We are here for Families!

We are here for Families!

In this episode, Melissa heads to the Family Success Center to learn all about the things the "FSC" does for students and families, the new Social Worker positions at SHS and BMS, and the importance of attendance.


Special guests include:

Jamie Batterman, School Climate Coordinator

Isaiah Wilson, School Outreach Liaison

Ashley De Los Santos, School Social Worker - BMS

Shaylee Little, School Social Worker-SHS/ReConnect

Feb 26, 202428:15
Why I Teach

Why I Teach

This amazing episode features teachers at all levels throughout the District talking about teaching, why they teach, and special teachers that inspired them to make a difference for Every Child, Every Day. Join Melissa and special guests;

Brooke (Elley) Talkington, BMS - 1:00

Julie Lemmon & Mikayla Olson, Westmoor - 14:50

Derek Deaver, SHS - 41:00

for an extra-special dive into the science and the art of teaching and their love for the profession and for students.

Jan 30, 202457:42
Calculating Victories: The SHS Math Team Experience

Calculating Victories: The SHS Math Team Experience

SHS Sophomores Landen Heine, Logan Polk, and Kaidenz McDaniel join Melissa to talk about the SHS Math Team who is having another stellar season. We talk about how math competitions work, whether people can be "naturally good at math" and large quantities of watermelons. It all adds up to a great episode!

Dec 14, 202326:28
Scottsbluff High School has Skills

Scottsbluff High School has Skills

Join Melissa Price as she hosts her first student guests of the season Abby Dunkel and Nolan Lambertson who are members of the SHS SkillsUSA Chapter. Nolan and Abby share all about how competitions work, how they prepare, the wide variety of events available and the leadership training they receive as members of the Chapter. SkillsUSA is a Career and Technical Service Organization at SHS whose mission is to empower students to become skilled professionals, career-ready leaders and responsible community members.

Nov 17, 202313:53
Investing in our Future - the SWBC Purchase

Investing in our Future - the SWBC Purchase

Dr. Andrew Dick Superintendent and Dr. Bree Rock, Bear Cub Preschool Principal join Melissa Price for a deeper discussion on the District's big new real estate acquisition and the importance of Early Childhood Education.

Oct 23, 202325:51
Making Dollars and Sense of the SBPS Budget *BONUS* Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Making Dollars and Sense of the SBPS Budget *BONUS* Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Melissa dishes with SBPS Executive Director of Finance Marianne Carlson on the historic reduction of the General Fund Levy resulting in savings for all taxpayers in the District.

13:07 SPECIAL BONUS CONTENT: Jeane Anderson and Jen Schwartz join Melissa to discuss Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, share their stories and activities the District has planned for the week of September 25th

Sep 19, 202322:59
5 Things for Families to Know for the New School Year

5 Things for Families to Know for the New School Year

It's Back to School Time! Superintendent Dr. Andrew Dick joins Melissa Price to break down 5 things families should know for the start of the upcoming school year. We can't wait to welcome everyone back on August 17th!

Aug 09, 202316:36
Elementary Modernization; More than just Paint and Carpet

Elementary Modernization; More than just Paint and Carpet

Jeremy Behnke, Principal at Lincoln Heights Elementary, and Dr. Andrew Dick, Superintendent join Melissa Price to talk about the Elementary Modernization Project including the work that will be completed over summer break, the work also being finished at Roosevelt and Longfellow Elementary schools, the Play Strong Playground project and how we are able to complete all of this work and provide amazing learning environments for our elementary students with no additional impact to property taxes

May 19, 202320:56
Getting ReConnected to School and Community

Getting ReConnected to School and Community

In this episode, Melissa sits down with four students from ReConnect, Brianna Hightower, BradJay Benavides, Duane Bauer and Morgan Handy to talk about the program as well as all of the great work ReConnect students have been doing in the community. We learn about the snack preferences of a certain ReConnect staff member, a birthday party for a chimpanzee, and the students impart some wisdom for ReConnect underclassmen.

Apr 20, 202321:02
Behind the Scenes with the Cast of The Sound of Music

Behind the Scenes with the Cast of The Sound of Music

In this episode, Melissa Price meets up with some cast members from the SHS production of The Sound of Music. Grant Pinet, Liz Fuss and Lauren Johnson share the inside scoop on what cast members will put on a memorable performance, what work takes place behind the scenes and what makes the production different from the film version.

Mar 30, 202317:29
Career and Technical Education - as told by SHS Students

Career and Technical Education - as told by SHS Students

In honor of Career and Technical Education Month and the CTSO Competitions happening in March, we are dedicating this episode completely to Career and Technical Education at Scottsbluff High School with 100% student guests.  Hear about new courses, winning competitions, and internships from the students at SHS making it happen.

0:00 Introduction

0:30 SHS Pro Start - Alyssa Mendoza, Elli Eichner, Hunter Howlett

14:05 SHS HOSA - Madysen Powell

22:40 SHS Electrical Technology - Riley Schwarzkopf

Mar 01, 202329:33
Preparing Your Child for Preschool and Kindergarten: Tips for a Smooth Transition

Preparing Your Child for Preschool and Kindergarten: Tips for a Smooth Transition

Bear Cub Preschool Principal Jodi Benson joins Melissa to share some big information about our littlest of learners!  Tune in for some important information about registering for Kindergarten and Preschool, learn more about how we support children starting at birth through our Sixpence Birth to Three program and even get a few tips on how to prepare your child for the big transition into Preschool or Kindergarten including some tips to help the whole family adjust. 

Jan 24, 202322:21
Giving Season - Featuring the SBPS Foundation and the SHS Booster Club

Giving Season - Featuring the SBPS Foundation and the SHS Booster Club

It's December! A time for giving and celebrations and we are celebrating two organizations whose mission is dedicated to giving our District the extra things we need to provide a rich and authentic school experience for our students.  Join Melissa Price and special guests Beth Rohrer SBPS Foundation Director and Jill Wineman, President of the SHS Booster Club while we learn about the ways both organizations support Scottsbluff students and how you can help them with their mission.  

Dec 22, 202228:26
What's New in November

What's New in November

This episode features our first-ever student guests discussing some new and newer student activities at Scottsbluff High School:

0:45 - Esports

12:30 - Girls Wrestling

21:30 - Bearcats4Diversity

Nov 22, 202232:10
Five Questions with Dr. D - Featuring Superintendent Dr. Andrew Dick

Five Questions with Dr. D - Featuring Superintendent Dr. Andrew Dick

For the first episode of the Bearcat Chat we are joined by SBPS Superintendent Dr. Andrew Dick who is answering questions that were submitted by our school community.  Future episodes will feature a variety of student and staff member guests.


  • 0:00 Intro
  • 2:15 Making History
  • 3:45 Question 1
  • 17:00 Bonus Student Shoutout
  • 18:00 It's a Wrap!
Oct 21, 202218:21
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Coming Soon!  New Episodes taking a deep dive into the great things happening at Scottsbluff Schools

Oct 04, 202200:30