Episodi

  • The IB Experience: Preparing You for Career & College
    Nov 24 2025

    🎙️Welcome to Keeping Up With the Raccoons—the official podcast of Oconomowoc High School! I’m your host, Principal Jason Curtis (aka the one Raccoon you can’t catch up with).

    In this episode, we explore the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program at OHS! I sat down with four IB students and two OHS staff members to discuss the IB Diploma Program and how it prepares our Raccoons for career, college and life.

    From building strong academic habits to developing global-minded thinking, our guests share firsthand experiences, challenges, and the many ways IB helps students grow into confident and capable leaders.

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    34 min
  • Exploring Military Pathways
    Nov 10 2025

    🎙️Welcome to Keeping Up With the Raccoons—the official podcast of Oconomowoc High School! I’m your host, Principal Jason Curtis (aka the one Raccoon you can’t catch up with).

    In this episode, we dive into what it means to explore a military pathway after high school and how OHS supports students through every step of that journey — from initial interest to enlistment. Our guests include Sergeant Feist from the Army National Guard, Staff Sergeant Ferguson from the U.S. Air Force, and OHS Counselor Lauren Black, who share insights, resources, and advice for students considering this path.

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    30 min
  • Finding Your Purpose
    Oct 23 2025

    🎙️Welcome to Keeping Up With the Raccoons—the official podcast of Oconomowoc High School! I’m your host, Principal Jason Curtis (aka the one Raccoon you can’t catch up with).

    In this episode, we dive into CCLR Day (College, Career, and Life Readiness), one of four special days designed to help students explore their goals, values, and future paths.

    You’ll hear from four students — Julianna Dehnert (9), Lincoln Keller (10), Sander Bakken (11), Cheyenne Toshner (12) — as they share their unique perspectives on the day’s experiences, plus Señora Chaussee who offers an inside look at how it all came together. From discovering new passions to reflecting on personal growth, this episode celebrates how our school community is building a culture of being Grounded, Committed, and Accountable — together.

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    23 min
  • Discovering & Inspiring "The Call"
    Oct 9 2025

    🎙️Welcome to Keeping Up With the Raccoons—the official podcast of Oconomowoc High School! I’m your host, Principal Jason Curtis (aka the one Raccoon you can’t catch up with).

    In this episode, I sit down with nine incredible OHS teachers who are also proud OHS alumni. These educators know firsthand what it means to grow up in Raccoon Nation—and now they’re giving back by inspiring students to explore their passions and stay grounded in their purpose and values.

    Join us as we talk about their journeys, academic and career paths, and the full-circle moments that brought them back home to OHS.

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    29 min
  • Busting the Myth: Court as Leaders, Not a Popularity Contest
    Sep 26 2025

    Welcome to "Keeping Up With the Raccoons"—the official podcast of Oconomowoc High School! I'm your host, Principal Jason Curtis—also known as the one Raccoon you can’t catch up with!

    In this episode of Keep Up With the Raccoons, I sit down with our Homecoming Court to discuss with them their academic and career planning journey. Homecoming Court is not just about being a popularity contest, it's about students that are involved, support their peers and are a positive influence in their community.

    Hearing what they want to be remembered for brings it full circle: leadership, kindness, and making a difference. That’s what it truly means to be a Raccoon.

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    22 min
  • Collecting That Diploma: Defining Moments of Your Journey
    Jun 5 2025

    Welcome to "Keeping Up With the Raccoons"—the official podcast of Oconomowoc High School! I'm your host, Principal Jason Curtis—also known as the one Raccoon you can’t catch up with!

    In this episode of Keep Up With the Raccoons, I sit down with two inspiring seniors whose journeys to graduation couldn’t be more different—but equally powerful.

    David Parks opens up about a rocky start to high school, how wrestling helped turn things around, and the crucial support he received from teachers and his counselor along the way.

    Lia Nicholson shares her bold decision to switch school districts as an 8th grader in search of more opportunities—and how OHS delivered through academics, clubs, and athletics.

    Together, their stories show that the road to graduation is rarely a straight line—but with resilience, support, and the right environment, it can lead to incredible growth.

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    17 min
  • Unstoppable: Five Seniors, Five Pathways
    May 29 2025

    Welcome to "Keep Up With the Raccoons"—the official podcast of Oconomowoc High School! I'm your host, Principal Jason Curtis—also known as the one raccoon you can’t catch up with!

    In this exciting first episode, we're spotlighting five outstanding seniors from the Class of 2025: Chloe Maroo, Aaron Kloth, Annamarie Matteson, Marshall Wallace, and Sawyer Schroeder. Each of these remarkable students is forging a unique path—be it in education, the military, or beyond.

    We'll delve into their inspiring journeys, reflections, and the advice they have for future Raccoons. "Class of 2025: You are Unstoppable!"

    So, whether you're a student, parent, or part of the OHS community, tune in and get ready to be inspired!

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    19 min