This episode is a little different and a little sentimental, as it wraps up Season 3 of Learning in Lake Oswego. Each year, our students walk across the graduation stage carrying years of memories: teachers who believed in them, activities that shaped their interests, and friendships that helped define who they’ve become.

We’re joined by Nathan Ko and Max Koegler, two students who have experienced nearly all of it. As student representatives to the School Board, they’ve helped shape conversations about our district’s future while finishing their own journeys. In this conversation, they reflect on where they started, the moments that mattered most, and what comes next.

We also hear from parents of graduating seniors, who share reflections and advice they wish they had known from the very beginning.

Dr. Jennifer Schiele, Superintendent, LOSD

Mary Kay Larson, Executive Director of Communications, LOSD

Nathan Ko, Student, Lakeridge High School

Max Koegler, Student, Lake Oswego High School

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In this episode, we explore the college application process through multiple perspectives, with a focus on two common pathways: working with a school counselor or partnering with an independent counselor. Families often wonder what approach is “best,” and the answer, as you’ll hear, is that it depends.

We’re joined by Adam Johnson, a school counselor at Lake Oswego High School, along with seniors Aiyana Flerchinger and Ben Kolman, who share their personal experiences navigating the process in different ways. Together, they offer practical insights, honest reflections, and reassurance for students and families at every stage.

Whether you're just getting started or deep in the process, this episode offers clarity, perspective, and encouragement for the journey.

Dr. Jennifer Schiele, Superintendent, LOSD

Mary Kay Larson, Executive Director of Communications, LOSD

Adam Johnson, School Counselor, Lake Oswego High School

Aiyana Flerchinger, Student, Lake Oswego High School

Ben Kolman, Student, Lakeridge High School

To learn more about the topics we discussed, ask a question, or share ideas for future episodes, please visit LOSDSchools. org. And remember to like and follow us wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for engaging with Learning in Lake Oswego. We appreciate your support and look forward to having you with us for our next episode.

In this episode of Learning in Lake Oswego, we highlight the partnerships that bring sustainability and environmental stewardship to life in our schools.

For the past five years, LOSD has partnered with the Lake Oswego Sustainability Network, Oswego Lake Watershed Council, and the City of Lake Oswego’s Sustainability Advisory Board to host the annual Sustainability Resource Fair. What began as a showcase of sustainable building practices has grown into a vibrant community event, connecting dozens of organizations and offering hands-on learning for students and families.

We’re joined by two key partners in this work: Dorothy Atwood, who helps connect students with meaningful environmental learning experiences, and Leigh Campbell, founder of Shifting Gears/Gifting Gears, a program that redistributes donated bicycles to local youth. Together, they share how community collaboration is helping students learn, contribute, and take action.

Dr. Jennifer Schiele, Superintendent, LOSD

Mary Kay Larson, Executive Director of Communications, LOSD

Dorothy Atwood, Volunteer, Lake Oswego Sustainability Network

Leigh Campbell, Volunteer, Shifting Gears/Gifting Gears

To learn more about the topics we discussed, ask a question, or share ideas for future episodes, please visit LOSDSchools. org. And remember to like and follow us wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for engaging with Learning in Lake Oswego. We appreciate your support and look forward to having you with us for our next episode.