Episodes

  • #20 Liberty Charter High School / What makes LCHS so good with John Luzzi and Jon Abbas.
    Nov 4 2024

    In this episode of the LFCS talks podcast Troy brings in John Luzzi (Vice Principal LCHS) and Jon Abbas (PE teacher, LC Teacher, and lots more) to talk about many things LCHS.

    The stories of both these men and their stories at LCHS are inspiring and insightful. There are so many great things going on at the High School we figured it would be a great topic for the podcast. We spend a lot of time talking about the K-8 program and sometimes in due to the differences in how a high school functions it's a little left out.

    This conversation fixes all that. LCHS is on the main stage and the John's do a fantastic job of really talking through what makes Liberty Charter High School so great.

    This is a deep and incredibly powerful conversation don't miss it.

    Host:
    Troy Beyer

    Guests:
    John Luzzi - Vice Principal LCHS
    Jon Abbas - PE Teacher, Leadership Council Teacher, Coach, and much more.

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • #19 Allie Senterfitt and Kim Pepin Answer the Question "What Even Happens in an LFCS Classroom"
    Oct 11 2024

    In this episode of the LFCS talk podcast, Troy interviews two of LFCS's bright starts, Kim Pepin and Allie Senterfitt, about the daily activities of an LFCS classroom. There are so many details and deliberate processes that go in to educating, nurturing, igniting, and equipping students for future success. This episode is a great time and today guests share invaluable information.

    If you've ever wondered how we make sure we're on the right track, how a classroom day is organized, or what strategies are used by teacher to deliberately support students, this is your podcast.

    Host:
    Troy Beyer

    Guests:
    Kim Pepin - Liberty Academy Administrator and Previous Teacher
    Allie Senterfitt - Veteran 1st Grade Teacher and Team Lead

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    48 mins
  • #18 PTLC President Debbie Bailey
    Sep 23 2024

    Welcome Debbie Bailey to the podcast. Debbie is the President of the Parent Team Leadership Council (PTLC). In this episode we dig into the details of all things PTLC, what PTLC does, what events do they put on, how to volunteer with PTLC, and so much more.

    The PTLC is a huge part of why LFCS is a great place to be and there are ways for any parent who wants to be involved. Enjoy this conversation and we'll look for you in the coming year on campus!

    Host:
    Troy Beyer - LFCS Program Director of Specialized Student Programs and Communication

    Guest:
    Debbie Bailey - LFCS Parent and PTLC President


    LFCS website: http://www.lfcsinc.org

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    25 mins
  • #17 Debbie Beyer / Steve Robinson - What is a Charter, Entrepreneurial Philosophy in Charters, Charter School Funding, Charter Politics and More!
    Sep 11 2024

    This episode of LFCS Talks is blazing a new path for the podcast. In this episode Debbie Beyer and Steve Robinson dive into the deep end of Charter School fundamentals. If you've ever wondered what it takes to start and run a charter, this is the episode that you've been waiting for.

    This episode should be a prerequisite for anyone wanting to send their child to a charter or work at a Charter School. Charter Schools are so much more than just the school you love There are many details that go into a Charter School coming into existing, continuing to exist, and even more into making one thrive.

    Yet again, DO NOT MISS this episode with two of LFCS's greatest minds.

    Host:
    Troy Beyer - LFCS Program Director of Specialized Student Programs and Communication

    Guests:
    Debbie Beyer - LFCS Executive Director
    Steve Robinson - LFCS Chief Business Officer


    LFCS website: http://www.lfcsinc.org

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    48 mins
  • #16 Kim Pepin Interview / LIberty Academy AP and long time teacher
    Aug 21 2024


    In this episode we talk with Kim Pepin, the newest member of the LFCS Admin Team. She has held roles at LFCS ranging from Kindergarten Teacher to P.E. Teacher to 5th Grade Lead Teacher and more. This is another don't miss episode where Kim digs into why she does what she does. Her experience at LFCS will be a huge asset to our team.

    Don't miss this opportunity to listen to insights from one of LFCS's most experienced people.

    This podcast serves as a means of consistent communication with our local LFCS family and potentially the outside world. We will be releasing weekly or every other week podcasts that will include updates on current events inside LFCS and interviews with our fantastic staff and other individuals that can add value for our families.

    LFCS website: http://www.lfcsinc.org

    Host: Troy Beyer - LFCS Program Director of Specialized Student Services

    Interviewee: Dr. Stacey Harrell - LFCS Director of Curriculum Instruction

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    26 mins
  • #15 Dr. Stacey Harrell Interview / Founding LFCS Staff Member and Administrator.
    Oct 2 2023

    In this episode Troy sits down with Dr. Stacey Harrell and talks about her 23 years of experience with LFCS as a founding LFCS staff member. Dr. Harrell has served students at LFCS since the very beginning. She has taught 2nd grade, run our counseling program, been the lead for our math department, mentored many of our staff, and a great deal more.

    Don't miss this opportunity to listen to the insights of one of LFCS's great minds.

    This podcast serves as a means of consistent communication with our local LFCS family and potentially the outside world. We will be releasing weekly or every other week podcasts that will include updates on current events inside LFCS and interviews with our fantastic staff and other individuals that can add value for our families.

    LFCS website: http://www.lfcsinc.org

    Host: Troy Beyer - LFCS Program Director of Specialized Student Services

    Interviewee: Dr. Stacey Harrell - LFCS Director of Curriculum Instruction

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    36 mins
  • # 14 Amanda Icenhower Interveiw - Freedom Academy Admin / Weekly Update
    Sep 19 2023

    Welcome back to the first episode of season two of the LFCS Talks podcast. In this episode Troy Beyer interviews our Freedom Academy Administrator, Amanda Icenhower. Amanda has been with LFCS for 13 years and has done everything from teach in a 1st grade classroom to be the first and founding member of the Freedom Academy Homeschool team.

    Troy and Amanda take a deep dive into what homeschool is, the cultural changes that have caused the recent explosion in the homeschool arena, and advice for homeschool parents and parents who have their children in brick and mortar alike. This episode, just like all our episodes is a do not miss!!

    This podcast serves as a means of consistent communication with our local LFCS family and potentially the outside world. We will be releasing weekly or every other week podcasts that will include updates on current events inside LFCS and interviews with our fantastic staff and other individuals that can add value for our families.

    LFCS website: http://www.lfcsinc.org

    Host: Troy Beyer - LFCS Program Director of Specialized Student Services

    Interviewee: Amanda Icenhower - LFCS Freedom Academy Administrator

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    38 mins
  • Eppisode #013 Jerry Keough - Founding Leader Part 2
    May 31 2023

    Welcome to the long anticipated Part 2 of the Jerry Keough interview!!! Jerry Keough is one of our leading founders of Literacy First. Jerry is responsible for building the foundation that we still stand on. He taught 3rd grade in his first year, was the Chief Business officer for 21 years, managed the purchase of all the campuses we currently own, and has (and still does) mentored many those who lead LFCS today.

    To say that LFCS would not be LFCS without Jerry Keough would be an accurate statement. This interview is broke into two sections. DO NOT MISS THIS INTERVIEW.

    This podcast serves as a means of consistent communication with our local LFCS family and potentially the outside world. We will be releasing weekly or every other week podcasts that will include updates on current events inside LFCS and interviews with our fantastic staff and other individuals that can add value for our families.

    LFCS website: http://www.lfcsinc.org

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    30 mins