All Check-ins
TBird Check-in with Mr. Carroll
TBird Check-in
Principal Matthew Carroll
In this episode of T-Bird Talk, Superintendent Don Potter and Director of Community Relations and Development Sara Potter as they talk with Circle High School Principal Matt Carroll about nonresident enrollment. From application timelines to building connections, this episode highlights how Circle supports families and helps every student find their place to thrive.
Check-in with Mrs. McGown & Mr. Razey
TBird Check-in
Principals Dustin Razey & Brooke McGown
This fall, two familiar faces stepped into new leadership roles in our district bringing energy, experience, and a deep love for Circle with them. Circle Benton Elementary Principal Dustin Razey and Circle Greenwich Elementary Principal Brooke McGown are settling into their roles, building relationships, and shaping the cultures of their schools in meaningful ways.
Check-in with Mrs. Coons
TBird Check-in
Principal Sarah Coons
In this episode of TBird Talk, Circle Oil Hill Elementary Principal Sarah Coons shares how Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) shape collaboration across the district. She explains what PLCs are, how they guide teacher teamwork, and how data from assessments drives instruction. The conversation highlights PLCs as a continuous cycle of improvement, the role of essential learnings, and the district’s focus on supporting teachers and students through shared goals and collaboration.
Check-in with Principal Dodd
TBird Check-in
Principal Dawn Dodd
Check-in with CTE Principal Dawn Dodd to learn more about what inspires her as an educator. Listen as she shares the moments that make her most proud, the values that drive her leadership, how she hopes students and staff feel every day at CTE and more.
Catching Up with Mr. Lechien
TBird Check-in
Principal Aaron Lechien
This summer we spent some time catching up with Kansas Assistant Principal of the Year and incoming CMS principal, Mr. Lechien. Listen to get to know Mr. Lechien a little better and hear about his journey in education, his vision for Circle Middle School, and the goals he has for students and staff as they head into a new school year.