Episode Summary
In this episode of The BAGO Mic, students talk about their New Year’s resolutions and goals for 2026. They reflect on what they achieved last year and identify areas where they want to improve. Their conversation highlights participation, grades, confidence, and responsibility.
Students share proud moments, including learning math, learning how to swim, reaching point goals in mathematics, and earning good grades. They talk about wanting to participate more in class, raise their math points, and work toward earning all A’s.
Outside of school, goals include listening better at home, playing more sports, going outside, and making new friends. They also share honest challenges such as procrastination, difficulty paying attention, and social anxiety.
The episode closes with practical ideas for growth, including doing tasks right away, speaking up more, asking for help, and encouraging others. Their voices show courage and determination as they look ahead to 2026.
Takeaways
• Students want to increase participation and raise grades.
• Academic point goals are a strong motivator.
• Listening and attention are key areas for improvement.
• Social anxiety can make growth challenging.
• Playing sports and building friendships matter outside school.
• Small actions like asking for help support long-term success.
Hainipi (hi-Ne Pee)… that means hi, hey, or hello in a friendly way.
Hi everyone! Welcome to The BAGO Mic, powered by student voice—where students lead the way.
We are students from Winnebago Public Schools, broadcasting from the Winnebago Native American Reservation in Winnebago, Nebraska. This podcast is created by us… for the world.
Let’s start by introducing ourselves.
My name is Azaylea.
My name is Trevor.
My name is Jason.
Today’s episode is about: New Year’s resolutions and goals for 2026.
Before we begin, we want to share something we’re thankful for:
I’m thankful for nothing.
I’m thankful for being alive.
I’m thankful for my mom and my bag.
Now let’s get into it!
Once again, the topic we are talking about is New Year’s resolutions and goals for 2026.
What is one thing you are proud of from last year at school or in your life?
In school, I am proud of learning math and learning how to swim.
I’m proud of reaching my goal of 50 points in mathematics.
I’m proud that I made it every day and got good grades.
What is one school-related goal you want to work on in 2026?
One thing I need to work on is participating and raising my hand in class.
I want to reach my goal by going up to 60 points in math.
My goal would probably be to get all A’s in school.
Why is this school goal important to you?
Because I don’t really participate or raise my hand that much in class.
I want to participate more in math and start learning more.
Because I don’t want to have bad grades and make my mom disappointed.
What is one goal you have outside of school for 2026?
Listening and saying yes to whatever my parents say and not ignoring them.
Start playing more sports and participating more.
Play more sports, go outside, and make new friends.
What might make it hard to stick with your goals?
Sometimes I don’t do it right away. I stop for a minute and then I’ll do it eventually.
It’s hard to pay attention.
Because I don’t like talking to people. I have social anxiety.
What is one small step you can take to work toward your goal?
Doing it right away so they don’t get mad at me.
Start paying more attention.
I could maybe try to talk more, like talk to people I already know to help with talking to new people.
Who is someone who can help or encourage you with your goals?
My family. My sisters.
My sister or my brothers.
How can teachers or adults help students reach their goals this year?
By asking if they need help or if something doesn’t make sense. They can encourage you.
What advice would you give to another student who wants to improve or try something new in 2026?
Help them out a little bit.
You could say, “You got this,” or show them an example so they can understand it.
Pay attention in class. It helps you understand the topics and everything you need to do.
Thanks for listening to The BAGO Mic. We hope our voices made you think, feel, or smile today.
Remember: your voice matters, our story matters, and YOU matter.
Thank you. See you all again!
Wa’įniginąpšąną (Wa eenee gee nump shana) — thank you all
Žige hanicakjawi (Je ge honey chuck Ja wee) — see you all again in a warm way