NEWS & EVENTS

Grinnell-Newburg School Foundation Launches “We Belong Here” Podcast

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, February 18, 2024

GRINNELL, Iowa – The Grinnell-Newburg School Foundation (GNSF) has launched “We Belong Here,” a new podcast highlighting the achievements and stories that make the Grinnell-Newburg School District exceptional. The podcast debuted January 29 and new episodes are released every Monday at 7 p.m.

“We Belong Here” amplifies the vibrant spirit of the Grinnell-Newburg School District by sharing authentic stories of achievement, innovation, and community. The podcast extends GNSF’s successful “We Belong Here” campaign launched in 2023, bringing these stories to life in an engaging audio format. Hosted by Dan Walker of Tiger Sports Livestream Network, the podcast aims to inform listeners about school-related news while championing the district’s teachers, staff, students, and community supporters.

The inaugural episode featured GNSF Executive Director Liz Hansen and GNSF Co-President Chelsey Kolpin introducing the podcast’s mission. Recent episodes have showcased conversations with Milken Award recipient and Davis Elementary teacher (and Grinnell-Newburg alumna) Holly Hunter, and Building Our Community Together committee members and fellow alumni Stephanie Lair and Zach Van Arkel.

Upcoming episodes will feature discussions with:
– Kevin Hosbond, GHS English teacher & Large Group Speech coach
– Lisa Beames, Grinnell-Newburg Superintendent
– Julie Gosselink and Chad Nath from the Ahrens Park Foundation

“We Belong Here” is available on all major podcast platforms, including:

● Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gnsf-we-belong-here-podcast/id1792417576

● Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5WvgfbsNfOaL3dDkrHykSx

● iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-gnsf-we-belong-here-p-260985317

● PodBean: gnsfwebelonghere.podbean.com

● YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhPUaeHwkHO84dIWJrW6jEJxfpvWAvdwA&si=3iARKBOSF7r6Lj_Q

Listeners may tune in weekly to hear inspiring stories and stay connected with the latest developments in the Grinnell-Newburg School District. Follow GNSF on Facebook and Instagram to catch the latest podcast announcements and other updates throughout the school community.

For more information, please contact:
Liz Hansen
GNSF Executive Director
gnsfexecutivedirector@gmail.com
641-990-8166