Spartan Chat

How Has Farming Changed Over Time

Roger Stiemel has seen so much over the years in farming.  Today Spartan Chat will learn about what live was like for him from childhood days of using a horse and wagon today where we have self driving tractors.

Math is a Game

Today Spartan Chat interviewed math instructional coach, Lisa Winters, and learned about the importance of playing games in math to help improve mathmatical fluency.

Love at First Note

Love is in the air! Today Spartan Chat interviewed the Tonaki power couple as they discussed their love for music and eachother!

Meet Michael DeVitto Sycamore School Baord Member

Today Spartan Chat Radio interviewed Sycamore School Board Member Michael DeVitto and leaned more about his position on the school board and what his role is.

We are the Spartans?

In today's episisode of Spartan Chat we meet with research historian Rob Glover, of the Joiner History Room at the DeKalb County History Center regarding two important question?  We know the Spartan is our mascot but how did it originate and why?  The story of the orgins is facinating and a little mysterious! Listen to find out!

Masters in this Hall!

In this episode of Spartan Chat, we interviewed Music Teacher Drayton Eggleson of Sycamore High School and some of his Madrigal singers about the program!  

From Elvis Presley to Johnny Cash, Meet Richard Sterban of the Oak Ridge Boys

Spartan Chat had the opportunity to interview Richard Sterban of the Oak Ridge Boys and learn about his life working with the likes of  Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, and Paul Simon.  Richard's iconic deep voice is easily recognized.  After all, he is in the Country Hall of Fame and a member of the Grand Ole Opry.  

Understanding Math Fact Fluency with Lisa Winters

Today's episode of Spartan Chat we meet with Lisa Winters and discuss the importance of Math Fact Fluency and what it actually means.  We will also discuss ways in which we can support our child at home in addition to the classroom.

Meet Jerry Taylor an American WWII Hero

Spartan Chat had the privilege of talking with Veteran, Jerry Taylor of Sycamore and learning about his life serving our great nation and his stories and experience in WWII.

Extra! Extra! Read All About IT!

Meet Evy Bingle a fifth-grade student at Southeast Elementary who is the newest member of the Scholastic Magazine news team.