Listen to the full interview with Drew Evans
The goal of The 1Fort Report is simple: to celebrate the stories, people, and ideas that make the School District of Fort Atkinson such a special place to learn and grow. Each week, we’ll highlight the programs, passions, and partnerships that bring our schools to life. It’s another way to connect with you - our families - and to showcase the great work happening every day in classrooms, on stages, on fields, and throughout our community.
E24: More Than the Bullseye: How archery is connecting students, building confidence, and creating opportunities for all learners
E23: More Than a Project: Inside the Civil War Showcase and the power of authentic middle school learning
E22: Creating, Expressing, Belonging: How art education helps 1Fort students discover their voice
E21: A Community Classroom: How the Hoard Museum brings history to life for 1Fort students and our Fort Atkinson community
E20: Protecting What Matters Most: Inside 1Fort’s Cybersecurity Strategy: How infrastructure, culture, and discipline safeguard our students, staff, and community
E19: 30 Years of Spotlight: The Fort Showcase Story- A celebration of tradition, student excellence, and the community effort behind Fort Atkinson’s signature show choir event
E18: The Daily Standard: Drew Evans on Teamwork, Growth, and Fort Atkinson Values: An inspiring look at how sportsmanship, participation, and showing up for others define true success
E17: Building Capacity for What Comes Next: How Fort Atkinson is investing in leadership, listening deeply, and planning with purpose
E16: Pages, Partnerships, and Possibilities: How the Dwight Foster Public Library and 1Fort grow learners together
E15: Investing in Futures: How the Fort Atkinson Community Foundation strengthens our schools, supports our students, and opens doors through scholarships. - THE 1FORT REPORT | Podcast on Spotify
E14: The 1Fort Advantage: Why our schools are performing so strongly- and how strategic planning makes the difference
E13: There’s No Place Like Fort: Celebrating the art, heart, and teamwork behind this year’s production of The Wizard of Oz
E12: Flourishing Futures: Building Connections Before Kindergarten
E11: Crossroads: Finding New Paths to Success- Exploring how Fort Atkinson’s alternative high school program helps students rediscover confidence, purpose, and the power of perseverance
E10: Beyond the Classroom: How Travel Expands Learning- Exploring how one teacher’s passion for global experiences opens the world to 1Fort students and families
E9: BASE: Beyond the Bell- Empowering students, connecting families, and building community
E8: Kindergarten: Where the 1Fort Journey Begins: Building strong foundations for students, families, and a lifetime of learning
E7: Strong Schools, Safe Community: How collaboration between the district and FAPD helps students thrive inside and outside the classroom
E6: Homecoming in 1Fort: Tradition, Spirit, and Community
E5: Guiding Growth at the Middle: Exploring how SEL, attendance, and family partnerships create a foundation for lifelong learning
E4: The Power of People: Honoring those whose work reminds us that education is always a team effort
E3: Fueling Success: How School Meals Power Learning
E2: Marching Into the Season: The Sound of 1Fort
E1: In the Game: Why Every Student Should Join In
You can find The 1Fort Report wherever you get your podcasts—Apple, Spotify, Amazon, or any major platform. Simply search The 1Fort Report, hit play, and join the conversation.
I hope you’ll tune in, share it with others, and help us spread the pride we all feel in being part of 1Fort. This is just the beginning, and I can’t wait to bring you more stories in the weeks ahead!
