The Great Thanksgiving Listen
Here you'll find interviews Sequiota students have conducted with their elders. These interviews are recorded using audio equipment provided by The Foundation for Springfield Public Schools. This goal of this project is to encourage families to make connections, to teach students that there is value in face-to-face, meaningful conversations, and to share those conversations with our community in a meaningful way. To learn more about The Great Thanksgiving Listen, visit storycorps.org.
Click here to sign up for a time slot to record an interview!
Aubree and
Step-Grandpa Ron
Aubree talks with her grandpa about his family history, spending time outdoors, his service to the country, and more.
Aliyah and
Grandpa Gary
Aliyah talks with her grandpa about growing up in Missouri, working at a funeral home, meeting his wife of 50 years, and more.
London and
Grandma Kathy
London talks to her grandma about her love of reading, the special bond between grandparents and grandchildren, and more.
Clara, Grandpa Don, and Grandma Marie Louise
Clara talks to her grandparents about their family histories, careers, traveling, and more.
Brett and
Grandma BJ
Brett talks to his grandma about a special tradition they share, the day she adopted Brett's dad, and more.
Kaelin and
Grandma Linda
Kaelin talks to his grandma about their Christmas Eve traditions, her family history, and more.
Thompson and
Grandpa Jeff
Thompson talks to his grandpa about growing up in Springfield, the value of education, and more.