Waukesha One Take: Perspectives on Education

What if math class looked more like an app lab or a drone hangar? In this episode, we chat with Kristin Kamenar, Waukesha high school math and computer science teacher, who’s redefining what’s possible in the classroom. Whether students are building iOS apps with Swift in the Mobile Makers EDU program, piloting drones, or coding through math problems, Kristin creates a space where curiosity leads and failure is just part of the plan. With a focus on inclusion, creativity, and competition-ready

At South High School the Vanguard team never fully disappeared, but what happens when a new Assistant Principal who is self proclaimed "not techy", gets tasked with leading the team? Patrick Rooney shares his very successful resurgence of Vanguard and how it has not only shifted his understanding but increased engagement for students and improved teaching practices for staff .

In this episode we're joined by Kim Trojanowski, System Administrator II in the Department of Technology. Kim is the genius behind ensuring every Apple device in our system is set-up, deployed, and operating optimally. Kim's role is essential in keeping our tech world turning!

In this episode we talk with Evan Riske, a former student in Waukesha South's Engineering Academy. Evan has come full circle, now leading in the same academy he was once enrolled as a student. Join us as we explore his journey and examine the lasting impact of Waukesha South's Engineering Academy, and discuss Evan's insights for our current and future students.

What happens when science, sustainability, and student choice come together? In this episode, we dig into the School District of Waukesha’s innovative Embedded Agriculture program with Mollie Haubenschild and Erica Yoss. From hydroponic stations in classrooms to CTE culinary courses using student-grown produce, this hands-on learning model helps students explore passions, build real-world skills, and grow community impact. If you're into project-based learning, STEM, food systems, or rethinking how

In this episode, we explore the transformative power of technology in mathematics education. Our guest, 6-12 Math Coordinator Leslie Waltz, discusses the core values driving effective mathematics instruction and how technology can support them. Join us to discover practical strategies and visionary ideas that are reshaping math education and empowering future problem solvers.

🎙️In this episode of One Take, we talk with Library Media Specialist Jill Waggoner about the shift from microfiche and periodical rooms to podcasting labs, VR headsets, and online databases. Jill shares her experience transitioning the library spaces to ensure teachers and students have the curated resources, spaces, and skills that they need to be successful as the world continues to evolve! ✨ Listen now and discover how the the librarians and spaces and we have in Waukesha are designed to support

🎙️ Welcome to the debut episode of One Take! Dive into the technology journey of the School District of Waukesha as we celebrate 10 years of innovation with the Waukesha One program.Join the instructional tech team as they sit down with Chief Information Officer Steve Schlomann to uncover the secrets behind a decade of success in providing one-to-one mobile computing tools to students and staff. From overcoming challenges to building a culture of innovation, this conversation explores the impact of