
Letters from the Lunchroom
Communities In Schools of Mid-America, SparkWheel
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S6 04: Crystalle Green, Program Director
Letters from the Lunchroom
10/27/23 • 37 min
Letters from the Lunchroom is a podcast that shows you a new side of SparkWheel. We know that people who engage with non-profits have a story to tell, and we want to hear that story. From students to staff members and alumni to volunteers, we connect with people of all backgrounds to discover the journey that brought them to SparkWheel. Join us in the lunchroom to hear these stories, which are always touching, occasionally heart-breaking, and often surprising.
In this episode, we talk with Crytalle Green, Program Director for SparkWheel. Crystalle discusses her strengths and how they influence her work. Listen as Crystalle speaks about the importance of "pausing" and learning from mistakes.
Want to be a guest on the show and share your own story? Contact Victoria at [email protected].
Letters from the Lunchroom is a production of SparkWheel.
Theme song: "Like a Polaroid" by Spazz Cardigan | Transition song: "Game Plan" by Bad Snacks

S6 03: Christine Armstrong, Tribal Services Director
Letters from the Lunchroom
09/29/23 • 38 min
Letters from the Lunchroom is a podcast that shows you a new side of SparkWheel. We know that people who engage with non-profits have a story to tell, and we want to hear that story. From students to staff members and alumni to volunteers, we connect with people of all backgrounds to discover the journey that brought them to SparkWheel. Join us in the lunchroom to hear these stories, which are always touching, occasionally heart-breaking, and often surprising.
In this episode, we talk with Christine Armstrong, Tribal Services Director for SparkWheel. Christine discusses SparkWheel's work with the Native population in Anadarko, Oklahoma, and her favorite memories working with the organization.
Want to be a guest on the show and share your own story? Contact Victoria at [email protected].
Letters from the Lunchroom is a production of SparkWheel.
Theme song: "Like a Polaroid" by Spazz Cardigan | Transition song: "Game Plan" by Bad Snacks

S6 01: Miranda Carpenter, Director of Special Events
Letters from the Lunchroom
07/27/23 • 29 min
Letters from the Lunchroom is a podcast that shows you a new side of SparkWheel. We know that people who engage with non-profits have a story to tell, and we want to hear that story. From students to staff members and alumni to volunteers, we connect with people of all backgrounds to discover the journey that brought them to SparkWheel. Join us in the lunchroom to hear these stories, which are always touching, occasionally heart-breaking, and often surprising.
In this episode, we talk with Miranda Carpenter, Director of Special Events for SparkWheel. Miranda shares her favorite elements of working with the organization in each of her three different roles and what initially got her into service work.
Want to be a guest on the show and share your own story? Contact Victoria at [email protected].
Letters from the Lunchroom is a production of SparkWheel.
Theme song: "Like a Polaroid" by Spazz Cardigan | Transition song: "Game Plan" by Bad Snacks

S5 E9: Special Episode with Malissa Martin, President and CEO
Letters from the Lunchroom
06/01/23 • 12 min
Letters from the Lunchroom is a podcast that shows you a new side of Communities In Schools, a nationwide non-profit that provides support services for at-risk students. We know that people who engage with non-profits have a story to tell, and we want to hear that story. From students to staff members and alumni to volunteers, we connect with people of all backgrounds to discover the journey that brought them to Communities In Schools. Join us in the lunchroom to hear these stories, which are always touching, occasionally heart-breaking, and often surprising.
In this special episode, we talk with Malissa Martin, President and CEO of CIS of Mid-America. Malissa shares some exciting news about our organization's future.
Want to be a guest on the show and share your own story? Contact Victoria at [email protected].
Letters from the Lunchroom is a production of Communities In Schools of Mid-America.
Theme song: "Like a Polaroid" by Spazz Cardigan | Transition song: "Game Plan" by Bad Snacks | Advertisement song: "Lucid Dreamer" by Spazz Cardigan

S5 E7: Susie Ledbetter, Student Support Coordinator, Westside Elementary School
Letters from the Lunchroom
03/22/23 • 39 min
Letters from the Lunchroom is a podcast that shows you a new side of Communities In Schools, a nationwide non-profit which provides support services for at-risk students. We know that people who engage with non-profits have a story to tell, and we want to hear that story. From students to staff members and alumni to volunteers, we connect with people of all backgrounds to discover the journey that brought them to Communities In Schools. Join us in the lunchroom to hear these stories, which are always touching, occasionally heart-breaking, and often surprising.
In this episode, we talk with Susie Ledbetter, Student Support Coordinator at Westside Elementary School in Pittsburg, Kansas. Susie shares her favorite thing about working with small groups of students and shares her favorite memories. In her letter, Susie tells her students that it is important to keep showing up.
Want to be a guest on the show and share your own story? Contact Victoria at [email protected].
Letters from the Lunchroom is a production of Empower Podcasting Company.
Theme song: "Like a Polaroid" by Spazz Cardigan | Transition song: "Game Plan" by Bad Snacks | Advertisement song: "Lucid Dreamer" by Spazz Cardigan

S5 E6: Reannon Chamberlain, Program Director, Rural Missouri
Letters from the Lunchroom
02/27/23 • 38 min
Letters from the Lunchroom is a podcast that shows you a new side of Communities In Schools, a nationwide non-profit which provides support services for at-risk students. We know that people who engage with non-profits have a story to tell, and we want to hear that story. From students to staff members and alumni to volunteers, we connect with people of all backgrounds to discover the journey that brought them to Communities In Schools. Join us in the lunchroom to hear these stories, which are always touching, occasionally heart-breaking, and often surprising.
In this episode, we talk with Reannon Chamberlain, Program Director for our Rural Missouri area. Reannon shares how she transitioned from a Student Support Coordinator to Program Director. In her letter, Reannon tells our students that they matter.
Want to be a guest on the show and share your own story? Contact Victoria at [email protected].
Letters from the Lunchroom is a production of Communities In Schools of Mid-America.
Theme song: "Like a Polaroid" by Spazz Cardigan | Transition song: "Game Plan" by Bad Snacks | Advertisement song: "Lucid Dreamer" by Spazz Cardigan

S5 E5: Jen Falletti, Student Support Coordinator, Lakeside Elementary School
Letters from the Lunchroom
02/03/23 • 35 min
Letters from the Lunchroom is a podcast that shows you a new side of Communities In Schools, a nationwide non-profit which provides support services for at-risk students. We know that people who engage with non-profits have a story to tell, and we want to hear that story. From students to staff members and alumni to volunteers, we connect with people of all backgrounds to discover the journey that brought them to Communities In Schools. Join us in the lunchroom to hear these stories, which are always touching, occasionally heart-breaking, and often surprising.
In this episode, we talk with Jen Falletti, Student Support Coordinator at Lakeside Elementary School. Jen discussed her connection with her middle school Counselor and how it inspired her to pursue a career in service.
Want to be a guest on the show and share your own story? Contact Victoria at [email protected].
Letters from the Lunchroom is a production of Communities In Schools of Mid-America.
Theme song: "Like a Polaroid" by Spazz Cardigan | Transition song: "Game Plan" by Bad Snacks | Advertisement song: "Lucid Dreamer" by Spazz Cardigan

S5 E4: Theresa Plata, Student Support Coordinator, Anadarko East Elementary
Letters from the Lunchroom
12/20/22 • 32 min
Letters from the Lunchroom is a podcast that shows you a new side of Communities In Schools, a nationwide non-profit which provides support services for at-risk students. We know that people who engage with non-profits have a story to tell, and we want to hear that story. From students to staff members and alumni to volunteers, we connect with people of all backgrounds to discover the journey that brought them to Communities In Schools. Join us in the lunchroom to hear these stories, which are always touching, occasionally heart-breaking, and often surprising.
In this episode, we talk with Theresa Plata, Student Support Coordinator at Anadarko East Elementary School. Theresa shares the story of her journey as a foster parent and CIS staff member. In her letter, Theresa tells each of her students to remember exactly who they are.
Want to be a guest on the show and share your own story? Contact Victoria at [email protected].
Letters from the Lunchroom is a production of Communities In Schools of Mid-America.
Theme song: "Like a Polaroid" by Spazz Cardigan | Transition song: "Game Plan" by Bad Snacks | Advertisement song: "Lucid Dreamer" by Spazz Cardigan

S5 E3: Craig Toombs, Student Support Coordinator, Crossroads Preparatory Academy
Letters from the Lunchroom
11/29/22 • 36 min
Letters from the Lunchroom is a podcast that shows you a new side of Communities In Schools, a nationwide non-profit which provides support services for at-risk students. We know that people who engage with non-profits have a story to tell, and we want to hear that story. From students to staff members and alumni to volunteers, we connect with people of all backgrounds to discover the journey that brought them to Communities In Schools. Join us in the lunchroom to hear these stories, which are always touching, occasionally heart-breaking, and often surprising.
In this episode, we talk with Craig Toombs, Student Support Coordinator at Crossroads Preparatory Academy in Kansas City. Craig discusses overcoming loss, perseverance, and always seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. Listen as Craig tells his CIS story.
Want to be a guest on the show and share your own story? Contact Victoria at [email protected].
Letters from the Lunchroom is a production of Communities In Schools of Mid-America.
Theme song: "Like a Polaroid" by Spazz Cardigan | Transition song: "Game Plan" by Bad Snacks | Advertisement song: "Lucid Dreamer" by Spazz Cardigan

S6 05: Winter Moore, Student Support Coordinator, Fort Scott Middle School
Letters from the Lunchroom
11/27/23 • 45 min
Letters from the Lunchroom is a podcast that shows you a new side of SparkWheel. We know that people who engage with non-profits have a story to tell, and we want to hear that story. From students to staff members and alumni to volunteers, we connect with people of all backgrounds to discover the journey that brought them to SparkWheel. Join us in the lunchroom to hear these stories, which are always touching, occasionally heart-breaking, and often surprising.
In this episode, we talk with Winter Moore, Student Support Coordinator at Fort Scott Middle School for SparkWheel. Winter discusses overcoming barriers in her childhood to get where she is today. Listen as Winter speaks about seeing students "for who they are."
Want to be a guest on the show and share your own story? Contact Victoria at [email protected].
Letters from the Lunchroom is a production of SparkWheel.
Theme song: "Like a Polaroid" by Spazz Cardigan | Transition song: "Game Plan" by Bad Snacks
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FAQ
How many episodes does Letters from the Lunchroom have?
Letters from the Lunchroom currently has 78 episodes available.
What topics does Letters from the Lunchroom cover?
The podcast is about Non-Profit, Society & Culture, Story, Middle School, School, Community, Mentor, Nonprofit, Podcasts, Education, Kids and Teacher.
What is the most popular episode on Letters from the Lunchroom?
The episode title 'S6 04: Crystalle Green, Program Director' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Letters from the Lunchroom?
The average episode length on Letters from the Lunchroom is 40 minutes.
How often are episodes of Letters from the Lunchroom released?
Episodes of Letters from the Lunchroom are typically released every 21 days, 8 hours.
When was the first episode of Letters from the Lunchroom?
The first episode of Letters from the Lunchroom was released on Sep 14, 2018.
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