Welcome to another episode of Podcasting with the Principal. Mr. Berry and Mr. Werth meet here each week to share reflections, stories, and school insights from Our Lady of Peace. Part conversation, part connection point, this show celebrates the everyday moments that make OLP soar. From laughter in the hallways to lessons in leadership, each episode invites our community to stay informed, inspired, and in touch.

In this episode, Mr. Paul Berry and Mr. Brandon Werth reflect on their Thanksgiving experiences, discuss the benefits of private versus public schooling, and emphasize the importance of small class sizes and supportive learning environments. They share personal anecdotes about family traditions, the joy of music, and the upcoming December events at their school, while also touching on the implications of AI's advancing technology.

Things Referenced In The Show

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SCHOOL EVENTS AND UPDATES

The Christmas Market is one of our students’ favorite traditions—an experience that not only brings joy and excitement, but also gives them the meaningful opportunity to feel the gift of giving as they choose presents for the special people in their lives.

To make the magic happen, we need your help!

There are several ways to get involved:

Market PrepDecember 76:00–9:00 PM
Whalen

Set-UpDecember 94:00–8:00 PM
Pates Hall

Market DayDecember 107:45 AM–4:00 PM

A lot of preparation goes into creating this wonderful experience for our students. Please consider signing up for pre-market prep, set-up, or day-of support. Your time and generosity truly make this event possible.

VOLUNTEER HERE

SCHOOL MUSICAL INFORMATION!

Auditions for Alice in Wonderland Jr. are almost upon us!

Ensemble roles are available for Grades 1-5, and speaking roles/crew are open to Grades 6-8.

Show Synopsis and Character Descriptions

All auditions for ensemble and speaking roles will be held in the music room from 3:30-7:00pm, Dec. 8-12th. Auditions are not required for crew. Reserve your time slot below.

Audition Time Sign-Up

Students in Grades 6-8 must fill out an audition form for crew and/or speaking roles.

Audition Form (6-8 only)

Does your student want help preparing for their audition? Mr. Pennell is happy to meet after school with students from Dec. 2-5th to run through practice material. Those interested can email him at npennell@olpmn.org. All p

Thankfulness and The Tangential Nature of Talking