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Knight Cast by Mater Dei
Our weekly rundown of what's essential, what's on our principal's mind, and what members of our community want to share.
Episodes
54 episodes
S3:E8 Teachable Moments and Your Tremendous Influence as Parents!
In this episode, Mrs. Hillebert talks about the teachable moments that cannot be replicated in the classroom. Our guest, Austin Christ, talks about his parents as his most influential role models and how they taught him the importance of...
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S3:E7 Listening for Understanding!
In this episode, Mrs. Hillebert and our guest, Cole Scheck, talk about listening for understanding and ways we can have better communication. Music credit: Music by audionautix.com, used ...
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S3:E6 Asking for Help and Toys for Tots
In this episode, Mrs. Hillebert reminds us to seek those moments when we allow others to help us. Our guest, Gunnery Sergeant Kalvin Ray, talks about an easy opportunity to get involved and make a difference for a child in our community....
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S3:E5 It's Time to JUMP in, Knights!
In this episode, Mrs. Hillebert and our guest, Debbie Stanton, talk about Topeka JUMP! It's a new opportunity for us to make a difference in our community!Music credit: Music by audionautix.com
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11:48
S3:E4 Getting 1% Better With Mrs. Figgs!
In this episode, Mrs. Hillebert and our guest, Ally Figgs, talk about what it means to reach your goals by getting 1% better each day. And, we'll throw it back to last week's interview with Mrs. Carlson - look at us, building on prior kn...
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10:00
S3:E3 Tips & Tricks with Mrs. Carlson!
In this episode, Mrs. Hillebert and our guest, Hannah Carlson, offer up some ideas for managing family life during the very busy school year!Music credit: Music by audionautix.com, used under ...
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12:00
S3:E2 Tough Decisions
In this episode, Mrs. Hillebert and our guest, Gabe Hillebert, talk about making tough decisions, and the fact that sometimes the tools we use to keep our kids safe have hidden (and not-so-hidden) dangers.Music credit: Music by
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S3:E1 Is Everyone Looking at Us? Do We Care?
In this episode, Mrs. Hillebert and our guest, Mindy Gillgannon, share some stories and reminisce about her AlumKnight! That's right, Knight parents, we can turn those embarrassing parenting moments into pure entertainment - and maybe of...
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S2:E30 Being a Both/And Parent in an Either/Or World
In this episode, our principal talks about finding balance in your approach to parenting and not believing that you must be an either/or parent. Then our guests, Marc and Julie Anderson, talk about their work as freelance reporters The Leaven, ...
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S2:E29 Mindless Distraction - We Don't Have to Accept That
In this episode, our principal talks about why we as adults must put an end to distraction for our children. Then our guest, Corey Everett, talks involvement and she invites you to the 0.5K on June 14!Music credit: Music by
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S2:E28 End of Year "Teacher Tired!"
In this episode, our principal reflects on the blessings that come with the end of the year "chaos." Then, our guest, Josh Benteman, talks about lifelong learning. Music credit: Music by audionautix...
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10:15
S2:E27 Let's Hear from the Class of 2025!
In this episode, our principal visits with members of the Mater Dei Class of 2025. They share memories, look to the future, and offer some words of advice to our Knights!Music credit: Music by audi...
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9:00
S2:E26 Making a Difference and Honoring a Legacy!
In this episode, our principal challenges our Knights to make a difference. Then, our guest, Dan Tritsch, talks about preserving a legacy and the unanticipated blessings that come when you share your talents!Music credit: Music by
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9:00
S2: E25 The Important Stuff and Changing Culture!
In this episode, our principal talks about how the challenging stuff, the important stuff - isn't really "stuff" at all! Then, our guests, Kim Hammers and Lynn Dunn, talk about the important work they are doing to support our students who learn...
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8:00
S2:E24 Mrs. Hillebert Gives a Shout Out to Her Brother and Talks With Father Matt!
In this episode, our principal talks about the memories she made with her brother and the gift of boredom. Then, our guest, Father Matt Nagle, talks about the most important event in history and how Catholics celebrate Holy Week. Mu...
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S2:E23 Mrs. Hillebert Talks About Thinking it Through! And What's Up With All the Heavy Machinery Around Here?
In this episode, our principal talks about the "weird" way that kids think sometimes and why adults cannot do that! Then, our guests, Dale Kirmer and Dan Spindler, talk about all the improvements and upgrades happening at our facilities, and wh...
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9:00
S2:E22 Mrs. Hillebert Fails a Test! And a New Parent With a Lot of History Here Talks About Why She Loves Mater Dei!
In this episode, our principal shares a story from her grocery store checkout clerk days! Then, our guest, Lara Geiken, talks about having roots at Mater Dei that go back almost a century, and what she loves about Mater Dei!Music credit:...
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S2:E21 Mrs. Hillebert Saves a Life? And a Talk With One of Her Favorite Theology Teachers!
In this episode, our principal talks about parenting in a very similar style to her own parents and very similarly to how she "principals." Then, our guest, Gabe Hillebert, talks about his journey to theology teacher and what he loves best abou...
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10:52
S2:E20 Mrs. Hillebert Loses Her Cool? And Get Hyped for Irish Fest!
In this episode, our principal talks about NEVER losing her cool as a parent! Then, our guest, Mary Tritsch, talks about what you can expect at IrishFest this weekend!Music credit: Music by audionautix.c...
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9:00
S2:E19 Cleaning the House and Fish on Fridays!
In this episode, our principal talks about those rare occasions when she cleans the house and how it relates to Lent. Then, our guest, Nancy Cina, talks about our Lenten Suppers and why they are more than just great food!Music credit: Mu...
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9:00
S2:E18 Making Questionable Choices and Talking with Kevin Mead
In this episode, our principal talks about making questionable choices and the importance of paying attention. Then, our guest, Kevin Mead, talks about community and building relationships!Music credit: Music by
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9:00
S2:E17 The More Things Change, The More They Stay the Same, and a Chat with Deacon Bob!
In this episode, our principal talks about what has changed in education - and what has not. Then, our guest, Deacon Bob Ortiz, talks about he great work our altar servers are doing and why he loves being a Deacon in our parish!Music cre...
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9:00
S2:E16 The Grand Adventure Known as Parenting and Hanging Out With Mr. Champney!
In this episode, our principal shares her first road trip adventure and how it was a whole lot like parenting! Then, our guest, Riley Champney, talks about being a first year teacher at his very own grade school!Music credit: Music by
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9:00
S2:E15 The Importance of Being Intentional and Getting Involved!
In this episode, our principal talks about living with intentionality. Our guest, Bill Simons, talks about how getting involved at Mater Dei has positively impacted his family and he invites all of us to attend the 1st Sunday Coffee and D...
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