Lorraine kicks off the season by welcoming listeners to The BAGO Mic, a space where student voice takes center stage and community pride shines. The fifth graders from Mr. Kleve’s class, known as Mr. Funky Teacher, are here to share their stories straight from the heart of Winnebago, Nebraska. This podcast gives students a real mic, real voices, and a real audience as they talk about their schools, families, and cultures. They highlight what excites them, the challenges they face, and the importance of honoring their elders while celebrating Native voices. This episode reminds listeners that every voice matters in the BAGO Nation.
Lorraine also emphasizes that The BAGO Mic is powered by the voices of Winnebago Public Schools students. Broadcasting from the heart of the Winnebago Native American Reservation, the show celebrates culture, community, and the pride students carry for where they come from. The episode brings forward their stories, dreams, and lessons as they navigate life as young leaders. It’s a platform where youth speak boldly, honoring their heritage while sharing the realities of their daily challenges and triumphs.
As the students share, they dive into what it means to be part of the BAGO Nation. They talk about personal experiences, the value of culture, and the strength found in community support. The tone is warm and authentic, filled with humor and connection, making it feel like a conversation with friends. The BAGO Mic becomes more than a podcast—it becomes a movement encouraging students to speak up, celebrate identity, and carry their stories forward. Lorraine closes by reminding listeners that every story matters and contributes to the rich tapestry of their community.
Takeaways:
• The BAGO Mic is all about giving students a real voice and platform to share.
• Mr. Kleve's fifth-grade class from Winnebago is leading the way with their stories.
• Students highlight their culture, community, and what makes Winnebago special.
• The podcast honors elders and celebrates Native voices.
• Students share school experiences, their learning journeys, and choices they face as young leaders.
• Every episode of The BAGO Mic aims to connect, uplift, and celebrate BAGO Nation.
Transcripts
Speaker:
Everyone, welcome to The BAGO Mic, powered by student voices—where students lead the way.
We are a fifth-grade class from Mr. Kleve’s class at a Winnebago Public School. Around here, some people like to call him Mr. Funky Teacher. This podcast is created by us, for the world, and we are proud of it.
We are broadcasting from the Winnebago Native American Reservation, home of the Ho-Chunk people, right here in the heart of the Winnebago, Nebraska community.
The BAGO Mic gives us a real mic, a real voice, and a real audience. In each episode, you hear us. You hear our stories, ideas, dreams, and truths—all from the heart of Winnebago.
You hear us talk about our schools, our families, our cultures, and our community. We talk about what we’re learning, the choices we face, and what it means to come from greatness.
We believe the Creator gives us wisdom, and we pass that wisdom on through youth voices as we continue learning about this life.
We share stories, provide service, show leadership, and honor who we are. We talk about our school, what we’re learning, what challenges us, and what excites us.
As learners, we explore cultural traditions and activities that matter to us. We try to honor our elders through this podcast and shine a light on the people and values that shape who we are.
Along the way, we celebrate Native voices, community, strength, and the power of being seen and heard.
The BAGO Mic, powered by student voices.
Remember: your voice matters, our story matters, and you matter.
