Bird's Eye View - The RCS Podcast

Welcome to Bird's Eye View, Season 2, Episode 3 with Mr. Sijpheer and Mr. Penner! In this episode, we're joined by a very special guest — someone who literally holds the whole school together. Can you guess who it is? Tune in to find out! Plus, we're playing an exciting new game called "Broke or Bliss," where our special guest gets to taste food prepared by the hosts. The big question is: could you stomach it? You'll decide if the secret ingredients bring bliss or leave you broken! Don’t forget to let Mr. Sijpheer or Mr. Penner know what you'd choose!

Mr. Sijpheer and Mr. Penner are back for another season of The Bird’s Eye View! In this season opener, they go live on location at Camp Stillwood, sharing stories of flourishing at RCS. Tune in as they chat with community members about their summer highlights, exciting plans for the year, and updates to the school's vision — and how it might be lived out in new and inspiring ways.

Season one of Bird's Eye View wraps up with a special episode honoring a true RCS legend! Join Mr. Sijpheer and Mr. Penner as they sit down for a heartfelt conversation with Mr. Suderman. For over 40 years, Mr. Suderman has been a cornerstone of RCS. In this episode, he shares his wisdom, reflecting on the invaluable lessons he's learned throughout his career. Listen in as he discusses his time at RCS and the aspects of his work he'll miss the most.Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights from a remarkable career and celebrate a cherished member of the RCS family!

It's time to take flight with Mr. Penner and Mr. Sijpheer in episode 12 as they welcome a special guest, Gabriel Hoh, the valedictorian of the class of 2024!This episode is packed with inspiration and fun. Get to know Gabriel's story and how his God is guiding him on exciting new adventures at university next year. But first, things get kicked off with a high-flying game of "A Minute to Win It!" Can you get all the right answers, or will you be beat by the buzzer? Listen to the episode and find out!

Calling all animal lovers! Join Mr. Penner and Mr. Sijpheer on The Bird's Eye View as they soar into the philanthropic spirit of our middle campus students. This episode features an interview with a group who combined their love of Swift and crafting to raise money for a worthy cause. Buckle up and get ready to hear how these creative minds took flight for International China Concern (ICC)!

Dive into the magic of theatre! This episode, Mr. Penner and Mr. Sijpheer welcome Mr. Kawamura and Mr. Hawkey to discuss the RCS production of "Into the Woods," but the conversation goes beyond the stage. Hear how musicals foster teamwork, communication, creativity, problem-solving, and discipline among students – all valuable skills learned through the dedication and hard work that goes into putting on a show. Grab your backstage pass and join The Bird's Eye View for a sneak peek into the world of RCS's "Into the Woods." You won't want to miss it!

Welcome back to another edition of the Bird's Eye View Podcast! This week on the pod, we welcome back Mr. Sijpheer, along with special guests Mavis and Keira, fresh off their incredible mission trip to the Dominican Republic! This episode soars above the ordinary, bringing you firsthand accounts of service, learning, and cultural exchange. Mavis and Keira will share their unique perspectives as students on the trip, detailing the challenges and triumphs they encountered while learning and serving in the DR.

This episode of the Bird's Eye View, Mr. Penner flies solo as Mr. Sijpheer joins the secondary students serving in the Dominican Republic. But fear not, because April is Librarian Appreciation Month and we're celebrating in style! Our awesome RCS librarians join the show to chat about exciting upcoming library events.Plus, get ready for some laughs as Mrs. Jenden and Ms. Huber go head-to-head in a Family Feud-style trivia game - library vs. library! Who will reign supreme? Tune in to find out!