The Dodger Download

Fort Dodge Community School District

🎧 Dodger Download is your official source for everything happening in the Fort Dodge Community School District. Stay informed with recaps of school board meetings, hear directly from teachers, administrators, and students, and get the inside scoop on upcoming events, programs, and achievements. Whether you’re a parent, student, staff member, or community supporter, this podcast keeps you connected to the people and stories shaping Dodger Nation. Subscribe and stay in the know — because at FDCSD, every story matters. #Proud2bFD read less
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#5 | 8/7/25 | Shawn Chesteen
2d fa
#5 | 8/7/25 | Shawn Chesteen
This week, Josh Porter is joined by Middle School Principal Shawn Chesteen to discuss the importance of providing an educational and nurturing environment to middle school-aged students, why it is key to listen to students, how to best ensure students have the best learning opportunities, and more! 🔴 Follow Fort Dodge Community School District: Website: https://www.fdschools.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FDCSD/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fortdodge_csd/ X: https://www.twitter.com/FDCSD LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fort-dodge-community-school-district YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvfpXX0VqlpAsXBn9Os3UQ 📺 Watch Episodes of The Dodger Download: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvfpXX0VqlpAsXBn9Os3UQ 🎧 Listen to Episodes of The Dodger Download: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dodger-download/id1817640128 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3epXW14G9bNgX0WOPzbhSf 🛑 Support Our Episode Sponsor: Rides Bar & Grill: https://www.ridesbar-grill.com This podcast is presented by Fort Dodge Community School District and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #SchoolBoardUpdate #EducationMatters #CommunityEducation #SchoolNews #DistrictDecisions #InsideTheSchools #PublicEducation #SchoolBoardPodcast #FortDodgeSchools #StudentSuccess #Proud2bFD

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#5 | 8/7/25 | Shawn Chesteen
2d fa
#5 | 8/7/25 | Shawn Chesteen
This week, Josh Porter is joined by Middle School Principal Shawn Chesteen to discuss the importance of providing an educational and nurturing environment to middle school-aged students, why it is key to listen to students, how to best ensure students have the best learning opportunities, and more! 🔴 Follow Fort Dodge Community School District: Website: https://www.fdschools.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FDCSD/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fortdodge_csd/ X: https://www.twitter.com/FDCSD LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fort-dodge-community-school-district YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvfpXX0VqlpAsXBn9Os3UQ 📺 Watch Episodes of The Dodger Download: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvfpXX0VqlpAsXBn9Os3UQ 🎧 Listen to Episodes of The Dodger Download: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dodger-download/id1817640128 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3epXW14G9bNgX0WOPzbhSf 🛑 Support Our Episode Sponsor: Rides Bar & Grill: https://www.ridesbar-grill.com This podcast is presented by Fort Dodge Community School District and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #SchoolBoardUpdate #EducationMatters #CommunityEducation #SchoolNews #DistrictDecisions #InsideTheSchools #PublicEducation #SchoolBoardPodcast #FortDodgeSchools #StudentSuccess #Proud2bFD
#4 | 7/18/25 | LJ Maehl & Erin Gerlich
18-07-2025
#4 | 7/18/25 | LJ Maehl & Erin Gerlich
This week, Josh Porter is joined by LJ Maehl (Incoming FDSH Senior and IAGHSAU Student Athletic Advisory Committee) and Erin Gerlich (Director of the IAGHSAU) to discuss how the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union empowers women, the importance of community within high school sports, how being on the advisory committee impacted LJ Maehl, and more! 🔴 Follow Fort Dodge Community School District: Website: https://www.fdschools.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FDCSD/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fortdodge_csd/ X: https://www.twitter.com/FDCSD LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fort-dodge-community-school-district YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvfpXX0VqlpAsXBn9Os3UQ 📺 Watch Episodes of The Dodger Download: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvfpXX0VqlpAsXBn9Os3UQ 🎧 Listen to Episodes of The Dodger Download: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dodger-download/id1817640128 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3epXW14G9bNgX0WOPzbhSf This podcast is presented by Fort Dodge Community School District and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #SchoolBoardUpdate #EducationMatters #CommunityEducation #SchoolNews #DistrictDecisions #InsideTheSchools #PublicEducation #SchoolBoardPodcast #FortDodgeSchools #StudentSuccess #Proud2bFD
#3 | 6/27/25 | Staci Laird & Brandon Ruffridge
27-06-2025
#3 | 6/27/25 | Staci Laird & Brandon Ruffridge
This week, Josh Porter is joined by Staci Laird (Principal at Fort Dodge Senior High) and Brandon Ruffridge (Athletic and Activities Director at Fort Dodge Senior High) to discuss how Fort Dodge Community School District shapes students for life after High School, recent improvements at the Senior High, upcoming improvemets in the works, and more! 🔴 Follow Fort Dodge Community School District: Website: https://www.fdschools.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FDCSD/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fortdodge_csd/ X: https://www.twitter.com/FDCSD LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fort-dodge-community-school-district YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvfpXX0VqlpAsXBn9Os3UQ 📺 Watch Episodes of The Dodger Download: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvfpXX0VqlpAsXBn9Os3UQ 🎧 Listen to Episodes of The Dodger Download: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dodger-download/id1817640128 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3epXW14G9bNgX0WOPzbhSf This podcast is presented by Fort Dodge Community School District and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #SchoolBoardUpdate #EducationMatters #CommunityEducation #SchoolNews #DistrictDecisions #InsideTheSchools #PublicEducation #SchoolBoardPodcast #FortDodgeSchools #StudentSuccess #Proud2bFD
#2 | 6/13/25 | Jesse Egli, Izzam Mejia, & Jenson Litwiller
13-06-2025
#2 | 6/13/25 | Jesse Egli, Izzam Mejia, & Jenson Litwiller
This week, Josh Porter is joined by Fort Dodge Community School District students Jesse Egli, Izzam Mejia, & Jenson Litwiller to recap the 6/9/25 school board meeting, discuss the upcoming referendum, talk about why they love FDCSD, and more! 🔴 Follow Fort Dodge Community School District: Website: https://www.fdschools.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FDCSD/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fortdodge_csd/ X: https://www.twitter.com/FDCSD LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fort-dodge-community-school-district YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvfpXX0VqlpAsXBn9Os3UQ 📺 Watch Episodes of The Dodger Download: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvfpXX0VqlpAsXBn9Os3UQ 🎧 Listen to Episodes of The Dodger Download: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dodger-download/id1817640128 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3epXW14G9bNgX0WOPzbhSf This podcast is presented by Fort Dodge Community School District and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #SchoolBoardUpdate #EducationMatters #CommunityEducation #SchoolNews #DistrictDecisions #InsideTheSchools #PublicEducation #SchoolBoardPodcast #FortDodgeSchools #StudentSuccess #Proud2bFD
#1 | 5/30/25 | Dan Altman & Molly Nelson
30-05-2025
#1 | 5/30/25 | Dan Altman & Molly Nelson
This week, Dan Altman (School Board President) and Molly Nelson (School Board Member) join Josh Porter (Fort Dodge Community School District Superintendent) to recap the 5/27/25 school board meeting, discuss the upcoming referendum, tell stories about their favorite parts of the Fort Dodge Schools, and more! 🔴 Follow Fort Dodge Community School District: Website: https://www.fdschools.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FDCSD/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fortdodge_csd/ X: https://www.twitter.com/FDCSD LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fort-dodge-community-school-district YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvfpXX0VqlpAsXBn9Os3UQ 📺 Watch Episodes of The Dodger Download: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvfpXX0VqlpAsXBn9Os3UQ 🎧 Listen to Episodes of The Dodger Download: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dodger-download/id1817640128 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3epXW14G9bNgX0WOPzbhSf This podcast is presented by Fort Dodge Community School District and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #SchoolBoardUpdate #EducationMatters #CommunityEducation #SchoolNews #DistrictDecisions #InsideTheSchools #PublicEducation #SchoolBoardPodcast #FortDodgeSchools #StudentSuccess #Proud2bFD