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Shamrock Stories
by New Haven School District
Shamrock Stories is the official podcast of the New Haven School District in New Haven, MO, bringing you inspiring stories, important updates, and behind-the-scenes insights from our students, teachers, and staff. Each episode highlights the achievements, challenges, and experiences that make our district special. Join us as we celebrate student success, showcase innovative teaching, and connect with the people who shape our schools every day. Whether you're a parent, educator, student, or community member, Shamrock Stories keeps you informed and engaged with the heart of New Haven schools. New episodes are available wherever you listen to podcasts!
Episodes
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Exploring After-School Adventures at NHES
Mrs. Otten, principal of New Haven Elementary, highlights after-school clubs, noting nearly 50% of elementary students participate. She interviews three students from the new Shamrockin’ Runners, which meets on Mondays to train for the Jingle Jog 5K. Next, students describe Shamrock Singers…
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Student Insights: Life at New Haven High School
Mr. Peirick hosts an episode of Shamrock Stories with two groups of New Haven High School juniors discussing student life. Dylan, Lydia, and Lillie (student council president) share student council plans, updates on volleyball tournament successes, Lillie’s softball co-op with rival Hermann, and...
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From Tax Rates to Library Updates: August-September School Board Meetings Recap
New Haven School Board Updates: Tax Rates, Libraries, Construction, and Electric Buses Dr. Hoener is joined by principals Mrs. Otten and Mr. Peirick and librarians Mrs. Frick and Mrs. Westermeyer. They recap August and September New Haven School District board meetings and back-to-school updates....
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July 2026 Board Meeting Updates, Construction Projects, and Online Registration
In the season three premiere of Shamrock Stories for the New Haven School District, Superintendent Dr. Hoener and principals Mrs. Otten and Mr. Peirick recap a short July 7 school board meeting and share back-to-school preparations for August. The district is moving to online registration through...
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A Star-Spangled Summer School
Mrs. Otten, elementary principal, hosts Shamrock Stories for the New Haven School District and highlights this year’s “A Star Spangled Summer School,” themed around America’s 250th celebration, with activities focused on monuments, national parks, and the 50 states. Students from first and fourth...
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April-June 2026 Board Meetings and Construction Updates
The episode of Shamrock Stories recaps New Haven School District activities from April through June, featuring updates from principals Mr. Peirick and Mrs. Otten and a summary of board meeting actions. Mr. Peirick details our eight-day senior trip to major historical and cultural sites from...
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The Middle School Experience
In this episode of Shamrock Stories, Mr. Peirick talks with four eighth-grade New Haven Middle School Students of the Month about highlights from the year and what they’ve learned from the middle school experience. They discuss activity days, as well as clubs like Outdoors Club, National Junior...
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March 2026 School Board Meeting
In this episode of Shamrock Stories, Superintendent Dr. Hoener and district leaders recap the March 11, 2026, New Haven School Board meeting. Mrs. Otten's updates include kindergarten and early childhood screenings with Lions Club support, Read Across America activities, music programming at…
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February 2026 School Board Meeting
In this episode of Shamrock Stories, New Haven School District administrators recap the February 18th school board meeting and share updates from both buildings. At the elementary, students participated in Olympic-themed library activities, a family reading night with author Maureen Lewellen, a...
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From Plinko Prompts to Postcards: A New Haven Elementary School Experience
Mrs. Otten, principal of New Haven Elementary in the New Haven School District (New Haven, Missouri), hosts an episode of the Shamrock Stories podcast featuring fourth- and third-grade classroom activities. Fourth-grade teachers Mrs. Parmentier and Mrs. Walters discuss preparing students for MAP...
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January 2026 School Board Meeting
In this episode of Shamrock Stories, school district administrators from New Haven provide a detailed recap of the January 14th Board of Education meeting. Key topics include various surplus items coming up for bid, professional development activities, recent student and faculty achievements, and...
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Academic Update 2025
This episode of Shamrock Stories provides an academic update for the year 2025. We share the district's performance on the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) tests, comparing our results to state and regional averages. Mrs. Westermeyer, Mrs. Nilges, Mrs. Parmentier, and Miss Miner discuss their...
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December 2025 School Board Meeting
In this episode of Shamrock Stories, Dr. Hoener, Mrs. Otten, and Mr. Peirick review positive developments and activities in the schools. The podcast covers significant financial updates, including discussions on the Governor's State Formula task force and future budget implications. Further…
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November 2025 School Board Meeting
This episode of Shamrock Stories focuses on the New Haven School District's board meeting from November 12th, 2025. Key highlights include the recognition of Mrs. Kimberly Monzyk with the Emerson's Teaching Excellence Award, a successful sock and glove drive led by the middle school's student...
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Exploring Projects and Experiences with New Haven High School's Skilled Trades, Business, and Teaching Programs
In this episode of Shamrock Stories, host Mr. Peirick interviews Mr. Luecke and his students about their recent project framing the inside of the band trailer. They discuss the process, challenges, and learning experiences gained. Later, students from New Haven High School share their experiences...
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October 2025 School Board Meeting
In this month’s episode, Dr. Hoener, Mrs. Otten, and Mr. Peirick sit down with Ms. Zumsteg to talk about the work happening in our Food Service Department and the impact it has on students each day. They also highlight events from the past month, share updates on the district’s long-range…
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A Student Council Interview with Mr. Peirick
The Student Council President and Vice President take the lead in this episode as they interview Mr. Peirick, who is stepping into his new role as high school and middle school principal. They ask the questions students want to know—about his path to this position, his vision for the future, and...
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September 2025 School Board Meeting
In this month’s episode, Dr. Hoener, Mrs. Otten, and Mr. Peirick share highlights from the past month in the New Haven School District. The conversation covers recent events and celebrations, updates on district policies, and the latest discussions around the long-range facility plan. Tune in for…
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4th Grade's Trip to the Capitol
In this episode of Shamrock Stories, Mrs. Otten chats with our 4th graders about their big field trip to the Missouri State Capitol. From exploring history to sharing their favorite moments, hear what stood out most to our students on this memorable day!
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Sixth Grade Interview
Mrs. Otten sits down with three sixth graders to talk about the start of their final year at the elementary school. They share favorite moments so far , what they’re looking forward to, and their thoughts about becoming middle school students next year.
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August 2025 School Board Meeting
In this episode, Dr. Hoener, Mrs. Otten, and Mr. Peirick chat about the first days of school, setting the tax rates, updates on construction projects, new staff, policy updates, and other decisions from the August board meeting.
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July 2025 School Board Meeting
In this episode of Shamrock Stories, Dr. Hoener is joined by Mrs. Otten and Mr. Peirick to provide an update following the July meeting of the New Haven School Board.
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May and June 2025 School Board Meetings
Dr. Hoener, Mrs. Wnuk, and Mrs. Otten provide highlights from the May and June school board meetings.
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Senior Trip 2025 Review
Four seniors sit down with Mrs. Wnuk to reflect on the 2025 Senior Trip in this episode of Shamrock Stories.
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National FBLA 2025
Join us as we sit down with the standout students representing New Haven at the National FBLA Conference! Hear how they prepared, what drives their passion for business leadership, and what this incredible opportunity means to them.
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April 2025 School Board Meetings
Dr. Hoener, Mrs. Wnuk, and Mrs. Otten provide highlights from the April 9th and April 16th school board meetings.
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Kindergarten Interviews
Mrs. Otten sits down with four kindergarteners for a fun chat about their first year of school.
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Senior Trip Preview
Mrs. Wnuk previews the 2025 Senior Trip with four of our seniors in this edition of Shamrock Stories.
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March 2025 School Board Meeting
In the latest edition of Shamrock Stories, Dr. Hoener, Mrs. Wnuk, and Mrs. Otten provide highlights from the March 12, 2025, school board meeting.
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Legislative Update
In this episode of Shamrock Stories, Dr. Hoener provides updates on Senate Bill 63 and House Bill 711.
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Academic Report 2024
In this episode of Shamrock Stories, Dr. Hoener, Mrs. Otten, and Mrs. Wnuk discuss the New Haven School District's 2024 Academic Report. Presented to the Board in December, this report highlights the district's successes on the MAP tests and Annual Performance Report.
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Episode 0: Introduction
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Shamrock Stories is the official podcast of the New Haven School District in New Haven, MO, bringing you inspiring stories, important updates, and behind-the-scenes insights from our students, teachers, and staff. Each episode highlights the achievements, challenges, and experiences that make our district special.
Join us as we celebrate student success, showcase innovative teaching, and connect with the people who shape our schools every day. Whether you're a parent, educator, student, or community member, Shamrock Stories keeps you informed and engaged with the heart of New Haven schools.
New episodes are available wherever you listen to podcasts!
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