The 9th Grade Experience

This episode of the 9th Grade Experience Podcast features Neil Moyer, a graduate of Emmas High School from the class of 1953, who shares his experiences as a freshman during the 1949-1950 school year. He discusses his academic choices, extracurricular activities, memorable teachers, and the unique social dynamics of high school life at that time. The conversation sheds light on the historical context of education in the East Penn School District, highlighting the evolution of school structure, student responsibilities, and the cultural environment of the era. Ninth Grade Structure and Choices Neil Moyer discussed the structure of ninth grade in 1949, highlighting the separation between students attending Jefferson and Lincoln schools based on their choice of curriculum, particularly the option of taking Latin. He was the only student from his eighth-grade class who chose Latin, influenced by advice from his aunt. Student Responsibilities in Cafeteria Moyer shared that students worked in the cafeteria, where they scraped trays and sold ice cream, illustrating a level of responsibility and involvement that is uncommon in today's school settings. This work provided students with free lunches, reflecting a more integrated approach to student life. Extracurricular Activities He reminisced about his participation in baseball, mentoring programs, and the unique freshman minstrel show, which guaranteed participants an automatic A. These activities showcased how social and cultural events were key aspects of student life. Memorable Teachers and Their Impact The conversation highlighted the impact teachers had on students, with Moyer recalling specific names and their teaching styles that left a lasting impression on him. His relationship with teachers facilitated a supportive learning environment. Evolution of Education Moyer reflected on the changes in the East Penn School District since his time, noting the increase in educational choices and the administrative changes introduced with the formation of the district, which was earlier comprised of multiple independent school districts. For all previous episodes of the podcast, go to ⁠⁠www.9thgradeexperience.com.⁠⁠ If you visit the site, you can leave us a voicemail, an email or rate and review of the show. Emmaus Historical Society Thanks to Jeanne Harakal, President of the Emmaus Historical Society, for facilitating this podcast conversation and for the picture in the cover art. The society’s mission is “to collect, preserve and exhibit Emmaus artifacts, documents, histories, photographs and genealogy for displays and research and to offer educational programs and events throughout the year.” Look for more podcasting collaboration in the future as we highlight stories of Emmaus 9th graders through the decades. For more information about the Emmaus Historical Society, visit ⁠https://www.emmaushistoricalsociety.org/⁠ Musical Credit Thanks to Eli Heckman, Class of 2025, for providing the music at the beginning of today's episode! Education Podcast Network I am proud to announce that the 9th Grade Experience Podcast has joined the Education Podcast Network (EPN). The passionate hosts of the EPN family are made up of a wide variety of teachers, administrators, and educators who are dedicated to bringing you the best in education-related content. The network covers everything from current events in education, technology, and best practices to the latest editorials and more on a regular basis in high quality. To find out more information about all the great shows, visit ⁠⁠https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/

As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, it's a great time to look back and reflect on the many positives in our lives for the sixth annual Attitude of Gratitude special episode. Over 60 members of the Emmaus High School community took time during this busy period of the school year to share a little bit about what makes them #EastPennProud and thankful. So before you fill your plate with food, once again fill yourself with an attitude of gratitude with the students and staff at EHS. Previous Attitude of Gratitude Episodes 2023 - https://www.9thgradeexperience.com/attitude-of-gratitude-2023-s6e6/ 2022- https://www.9thgradeexperience.com/season-5-episode-6-a-thanksgiving-attitude-of-gratitude-2022/ 2021- https://www.9thgradeexperience.com/season-4-episode-12-attitude-of-gratitude-2021/ 2020 - https://www.9thgradeexperience.com/season-3-episode-12-a-thanksgiving-attitude-of-gratitude-2020/ 2019 - https://www.9thgradeexperience.com/season-2-episode-10-a-thanksgiving-attitude-of-gratitude/ For all previous episodes of the podcast, go to www.9thgradeexperience.com. If you visit the site, you can leave us a voicemail, an email or a rate and review of the show. Musical Credit Thanks to Eli Heckman, Class of 2025, for providing the music at the beginning of today's episode! Education Podcast Network I am proud to announce that the 9th Grade Experience Podcast has joined the Education Podcast Network (EPN). The passionate hosts of the EPN family are made up of a wide variety of teachers, administrators, and educators who are dedicated to bringing you the best in education-related content. The network covers everything from current events in education, technology, and best practices to the latest editorials and more on a regular basis in high quality. To find out more information about all the great shows, visit ⁠https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/

Join us as we chat with Chris Stone, the freshman tennis sensation from Emmaus High School, who recently won the District 11 boys single tennis championship. Chris shares his journey through 9th grade, detailing how his brother’s presence in high school eased his transition. Despite initial challenges with the workload and school size, Chris quickly adapted, finding his stride both academically and athletically. Chris dives deep into his tennis season, highlighting the mix of nerves and confidence that fueled his performance. He discusses the fast-paced nature of the season, from tryouts to competitive matches, and how his familiarity with district players gave him an edge. Chris’s experience as the second singles player and his determination were pivotal in his high-level performance, helping his team secure significant wins. Explore Chris’s insights into team dynamics and high-stress situations, where team support played a crucial role in his motivation. He recounts his thrilling matches and the unique dynamic of almost competing against his brother in the finals. Looking ahead, Chris is committed to rigorous off-season training, eager to improve next year. He offers valuable advice to incoming ninth graders in individual sports, emphasizing confidence, hard work, and a strong desire to succeed. For all previous episodes of the podcast, go to ⁠⁠www.9thgradeexperience.com.⁠⁠ If you visit the site, you can leave us a voicemail, an email or rate and review of the show. Musical Credit Thanks to Eli Heckman, Class of 2025, for providing the music at the beginning of today's episode! Education Podcast Network I am proud to announce that the 9th Grade Experience Podcast has joined the Education Podcast Network (EPN). The passionate hosts of the EPN family are made up of a wide variety of teachers, administrators, and educators who are dedicated to bringing you the best in education-related content. The network covers everything from current events in education, technology, and best practices to the latest editorials and more on a regular basis in high quality. To find out more information about all the great shows, visit ⁠⁠https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/

In this episode, we delve into the journey of securing employment as a young individual, exploring the experiences and insights of our guest, Dorney Park Recruitment Manager Katie Knopf. Katie began her work career at Dorney Park during her 9th-grade year as a seasonal employee and has advanced through the years to full-time management positions. Katie stresses the importance for young employees to understand the balance of fun and responsibility in the workplace emphasizing the importance of maintaining professionalism while embracing the enjoyable aspects of the job. She talks about the work-life balance for young individuals involved in extracurricular activities, offering valuable insights for prospective job seekers. The conversation also touches on safety measures implemented by the park, including a chaperone policy, metal detectors, and comprehensive training for employees to handle any situation effectively in order to promote employee safety. The conversation concludes with insights into the application process for prospective employees, emphasizing the importance of attention to detail and readiness for the dynamic environment at Dorney Park. To apply for a job at Dorney Park, go to https://jobs.cedarfair.com/search-jobs?acm=ALL&alrpm=ALL&ascf=[%7B%22key%22:%22custom_fields.locationsNew%22,%22value%22:%22Dorney+Park%22%7D] For all previous episodes of the podcast, go to ⁠⁠www.9thgradeexperience.com.⁠⁠ If you visit the site, you can leave us a voicemail, an email or rate and review of the show. Musical Credit Thanks to Eli Heckman, Class of 2025, for providing the music at the beginning of today's episode! Education Podcast Network I am proud to announce that the 9th Grade Experience Podcast has joined the Education Podcast Network (EPN). The passionate hosts of the EPN family are made up of a wide variety of teachers, administrators, and educators who are dedicated to bringing you the best in education-related content. The network covers everything from current events in education, technology, and best practices to the latest editorials and more on a regular basis in high quality. To find out more information about all the great shows, visit ⁠⁠https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/

Damon West, author of "The Coffee Bean," shares his inspiring journey from a 9th grader wanting to make varsity football in Texas to eventually serving a life sentence in a Texas prison and his ultimate transformation into a keynote speaker, best-selling author, philanthropist, college professor, and servant leader. West reflects on his ninth-grade experience, highlighting the pressures of Texas high school football and struggling with math. Despite challenges, he excelled in sports to earn a college scholarship. However, a career-ending injury derailed his plans, leading to a downward spiral of addiction and crime. In prison, Damon encountered a mentor who shared the story of the coffee bean, inspiring him to change his mindset and surroundings. He emphasizes the importance of being useful by serving others, avoiding negative influences like gossip, and seeking help when needed. Damon discussed the significance of fighting life's battles, acknowledging that everyone gets knocked down but stressing the importance of resilience and perseverance. He highlighted the connection between confidence and keeping promises to oneself, encouraging listeners to embrace change and continue striving for personal growth. Throughout the interview, Damon's message of hope and transformation resonated, offering valuable insights for listeners of all ages. To purchase a copy of the Coffee Bean, visit Let's Play Books in Emmaus, Pa. and Allentown, Pa. or use the following link https://www.letsplaybooks.com/book/9781119430278. For all previous episodes of the podcast, go to ⁠⁠www.9thgradeexperience.com.⁠⁠ If you visit the site, you can leave us a voicemail, an email or rate and review of the show. Musical Credit Thanks to Eli Heckman, Class of 2025, for providing the music at the beginning of today's episode! Education Podcast Network I am proud to announce that the 9th Grade Experience Podcast has joined the Education Podcast Network (EPN). The passionate hosts of the EPN family are made up of a wide variety of teachers, administrators, and educators who are dedicated to bringing you the best in education-related content. The network covers everything from current events in education, technology, and best practices to the latest editorials and more on a regular basis in high quality. To find out more information about all the great shows, visit ⁠⁠https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/

In this episode we continue the 9th Grade Experience Through the Decades series in collaboration with the Emmaus Historical Society. Our second episode welcomes Ruth Kemmerer, a graduate of Emmaus High School from the class of 1949, whose freshman year dates back to the 1945-1946 school year. Listeners can expect to hear about the unique challenges, memorable moments, and the overall atmosphere of Emmaus High School during that era. Ruth's recollections offer a window into the past, allowing the audience to connect with the history of the school in a personal and engaging way. As the host and Kemmerer navigate through the freshman year of 1945-1946, the episode uncovers intriguing anecdotes, share nostalgic reflections, and highlight the significant events that shaped the early experiences of students at Emmaus High School. This installment not only contributes to preserving the school's history but also provides a platform for listeners to connect with the shared experiences of past generations, fostering a sense of continuity and community within the Emmaus High School legacy. For all previous episodes of the podcast, go to ⁠⁠www.9thgradeexperience.com.⁠⁠ If you visit the site, you can leave us a voicemail, an email or rate and review of the show. Emmaus Historical Society Thanks to Jeanne Harakal, President of the Emmaus Historical Society, for facilitating this podcast conversation and for the picture in the cover art. The society’s mission is “to collect, preserve and exhibit Emmaus artifacts, documents, histories, photographs and genealogy for displays and research and to offer educational programs and events throughout the year.” Look for more podcasting collaboration in the future as we highlight stories of Emmaus 9th graders through the decades. For more information about the Emmaus Historical Society, visit ⁠https://www.emmaushistoricalsociety.org/⁠ Musical Credit Thanks to Eli Heckman, Class of 2025, for providing the music at the beginning of today's episode! Education Podcast Network I am proud to announce that the 9th Grade Experience Podcast has joined the Education Podcast Network (EPN). The passionate hosts of the EPN family are made up of a wide variety of teachers, administrators, and educators who are dedicated to bringing you the best in education-related content. The network covers everything from current events in education, technology, and best practices to the latest editorials and more on a regular basis in high quality. To find out more information about all the great shows, visit ⁠⁠https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/

One of the fastest growing sports in the Lehigh Valley over the past few seasons has been girls wrestling. Emmaus High School becomes the latest school to add a a team in what the NCAA calls an Emerging Sport as it begins the 2023-2024 campaign. For freshman Petra Perez and Kadence Yannotti it has been a steep learning curve to a brand new sport. Hear about their reasons for joining, what they have quickly learned about the sport and themselves during this process and what advice they have for girls who might also want join the fun! For all previous episodes of the podcast, go to ⁠www.9thgradeexperience.com.⁠ If you visit the site, you can leave us a voicemail, an email or a rate and review of the show.   Musical Credit Thanks to Eli Heckman, Class of 2025, for providing the music at the beginning of today's episode! Education Podcast Network I am proud to announce that the 9th Grade Experience Podcast has joined the Education Podcast Network (EPN). The passionate hosts of the EPN family are made up of a wide variety of teachers, administrators, and educators who are dedicated to bringing you the best in education-related content. The network covers everything from current events in education, technology, and best practices to the latest editorials and more on a regular basis in high quality. To find out more information about all the great shows, visit ⁠⁠https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/

As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, it's a great time to look back and reflect on the many positives in our lives for the fifth annual Attitude of Gratitude special episode. Over 60 members of the Emmaus High School community took time during this busy period of the school year to share a little bit about what makes them #EastPennProud and thankful.    So before you fill your plate with food, once again fill yourself with an attitude of gratitude with the students and staff at EHS.   Previous Attitude of Gratitude Episodes  2022- https://www.9thgradeexperience.com/season-5-episode-6-a-thanksgiving-attitude-of-gratitude-2022/ 2021- https://www.9thgradeexperience.com/season-4-episode-12-attitude-of-gratitude-2021/  2020 - https://www.9thgradeexperience.com/season-3-episode-12-a-thanksgiving-attitude-of-gratitude-2020/  2019 - https://www.9thgradeexperience.com/season-2-episode-10-a-thanksgiving-attitude-of-gratitude/   For all previous episodes of the podcast, go to www.9thgradeexperience.com. If you visit the site, you can leave us a voicemail, an email or a rate and review of the show.   Musical Credit Thanks to Eli Heckman, Class of 2025, for providing the music at the beginning of today's episode! Education Podcast Network I am proud to announce that the 9th Grade Experience Podcast has joined the Education Podcast Network (EPN). The passionate hosts of the EPN family are made up of a wide variety of teachers, administrators, and educators who are dedicated to bringing you the best in education-related content. The network covers everything from current events in education, technology, and best practices to the latest editorials and more on a regular basis in high quality. To find out more information about all the great shows, visit ⁠https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/

As we prepare to enter the holiday season, our focus in this week’s episode is on three main topics: Remembrance, Gratitude, and Advocacy. Remembrance At the beginning of the episode, we take time to remember Emmaus High School junior Edwin Cortes, who was killed in a car accident on October 31. Edwin was a student in my 9th grade science class in 2021 and I shared some thoughts about him and how quickly life can change for anyone at any age. Gratitude We welcome Ms. Rosemary Lamparella back to the podcast to lead a discussion about the differences between gratitude and thankfulness. As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday and the annual Attitude of Gratitude podcast, Ms. Lamparella shares the benefits we can attain from incorporating more gratitude practices into our lives. She even speaks to students who may feel that they may have very little to appreciate in their lives and ways to reframe that mindset. Advocacy We conclude the episode in a conversation with freshman Kris Emmer, who spoke about her adjustment from cyber school in 8th grade to a traditional high school environment here at EHS. She has participated in the principal’s advisory council during the first two months of school and wanted to share her thoughts about why advocacy is important and things that can be done to improve the school community. For all previous episodes of the podcast, go to ⁠www.9thgradeexperience.com.⁠ If you visit the site, you can leave us a voicemail, an email or rate and review of the show. Musical Credit Thanks to Eli Heckman, Class of 2025, for providing the music at the beginning of today's episode! Education Podcast Network I am proud to announce that the 9th Grade Experience Podcast has joined the Education Podcast Network (EPN). The passionate hosts of the EPN family are made up of a wide variety of teachers, administrators, and educators who are dedicated to bringing you the best in education-related content. The network covers everything from current events in education, technology, and best practices to the latest editorials and more on a regular basis in high quality. To find out more information about all the great shows, visit ⁠https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/

“I remember when …” In our modern, technology-driven school world, adults will often get caught up saying that things were much better and different when they were back in school.  But for Dorris Schaffer, she truly means.  The 99-year old Emmaus resident was a freshman at Emmaus High School during the 1938-1939 school year. There was no fancy technology - just papers, books, and pencils. She selected her classes on the first day of school. She was able to go home for lunch and was trusted to come back!  In the first episode of this special series, 9th Grade Experience Through the Decades, Schaffer recounts her days as she attended off-campus field trips to see Shakespeare plays, played on the basketball team, and recalled all the subjects she learned. She vividly recalls details, including teachers and classmates' names. She also remembers an Emmaus community in which everyone was friendly and got to know each other.  At the end of the episode, she shares her best tip for current 9th grade students about how to become better people and grow as listeners.  This is an amazing walk through living history and we are happy to share Schaffer’s story! For all previous episodes of the podcast, go to ⁠www.9thgradeexperience.com.⁠ If you visit the site, you can leave us a voicemail, an email or rate and review of the show. Emmaus Historical Society Thanks to Jeanne Harakal, President of the Emmaus Historical Society, for facilitating this podcast conversation and for the picture in the cover art. The society’s mission is “to collect, preserve and exhibit Emmaus artifacts, documents, histories, photographs and genealogy for displays and research and to offer educational programs and events throughout the year.” Look for more podcasting collaboration in the future as we highlight stories of Emmaus 9th graders through the decades. For more information about the Emmaus Historical Society, visit https://www.emmaushistoricalsociety.org/ Musical Credit Thanks to Eli Heckman, Class of 2025, for providing the music at the beginning of today's episode! Education Podcast Network I am proud to announce that the 9th Grade Experience Podcast has joined the Education Podcast Network (EPN). The passionate hosts of the EPN family are made up of a wide variety of teachers, administrators, and educators who are dedicated to bringing you the best in education-related content. The network covers everything from current events in education, technology, and best practices to the latest editorials and more on a regular basis in high quality. To find out more information about all the great shows, visit ⁠https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/

On this episode, we focus on the re-emergence of the Emmaus High School Freshman Mentoring Program. The goal of the group is to establish a sense of community by having upperclassmen mentors meet with and guide the freshmen during monthly meetings. They will have an opportunity to learn about how to become a successful high school student from their upperclassmen peers. Listen as the the mentors, as well as the building administrators in charge of the program, share their reasons for wanting to be mentors and offer tips and strategies for the ninth graders. For all previous episodes of the podcast, go to ⁠www.9thgradeexperience.com.⁠ If you visit the site, you can leave us a voicemail, an email or rate and review of the show. Musical Credit Thanks to Eli Heckman, Class of 2025, for providing the music in today's episode! Education Podcast Network I am proud to announce that the 9th Grade Experience Podcast has joined the Education Podcast Network (EPN). The passionate hosts of the EPN family are made up of a wide variety of teachers, administrators, and educators who are dedicated to bringing you the best in education-related content. The network covers everything from current events in education, technology, and best practices to the latest editorials and more on a regular basis in high quality. To find out more information about all the great shows, visit ⁠https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/⁠

It's hard to believe but summer is quickly coming to an end! As you gather up your materials, finish up your last-minute summer must-dos, and attempt to find the charger for your Chromebook, tune into this episode that features students handing out practical, bite-sized information on how to best slay your 9th grade year. We asked students during the 2022-2023 school, ranging from 9th grade year to days before graduation and from Emmaus, Pa, to Mexico about what it takes to be successful in high school. For all previous episodes of the podcast, go to ⁠www.9thgradeexperience.com.⁠ If you visit the site, you can leave us a voicemail, an email or rate and review of the show. Musical Credit Thanks to Eli Heckman, Class of 2025, for providing the music in today's episode! Education Podcast Network I am proud to announce that the 9th Grade Experience Podcast has joined the Education Podcast Network (EPN). The passionate hosts of the EPN family are made up of a wide variety of teachers, administrators, and educators who are dedicated to bringing you the best in education-related content. The network covers everything from current events in education, technology, and best practices to the latest editorials and more on a regular basis in high quality. To find out more information about all the great shows, visit ⁠https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/⁠

It has taken over 100 episodes, but finally the tables have turned on me on my own podcast! Usually I am the one asking students, educators, and others about their time in the first year of high school, but on this episode, Emmaus High School student Connor Miller had the opportunity to ask me what it was like to be a 9th grader at Holy Ghost Prep in Bensalem, Pa., back in the 1990s. We did this interview as part of a project in which he needed to find an expert in a field for his journalism class during the 2022-2023 school year. He wanted to focus his podcast on podcasting and asked me to sit down with him and answer a few questions about my own 9th grade experience. He was curious about class/school size, how I received extra help, the opportunities available to me and if I would go back to teach at my old high school. He did a great job getting me to reflect on parts of my own educational journey that I hadn't thought about in many years. Hopefully this conversation shows that no matter when you attended high school that many of the issues students encounter as very similar. For all previous episodes of the podcast, go to www.9thgradeexperience.com. If you visit the site, you can leave us a voicemail, an email or rate and review of the show. Musical Credit Thanks to Eli Heckman, Class of 2025, for providing the music in today's episode! Education Podcast Network I am proud to announce that the 9th Grade Experience Podcast has joined the Education Podcast Network (EPN). The passionate hosts of the EPN family are made up of a wide variety of teachers, administrators, and educators who are dedicated to bringing you the best in education-related content. The network covers everything from current events in education, technology, and best practices to the latest editorials and more on a regular basis in high quality. To find out more information about all the great shows, visit https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/

It seems the dream for so many high schoolers today is to become social media famous. With over 30 million videos posted daily to TikTok, the odds of more than just your friends seeing your latest creation is fairly slim. But what happens when a post beats the algorithm odds and breaks through? In February 2023, the members of the band visionblur had their viral moment as their cover of Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit" in their first-ever live performance exploded on the social media app. As of July 2023, the video has garnered more than 1.8 million views and 320,000 likes. Band members Ez Alexander and June Conrad discuss what it was like to deal with the this quick hit of popularity while trying to build their band. They talk about the making of their band, getting the nerve to play that first gig and what it was like in the hours after the post started gaining momentum. To learn more about the band, follow them @visionblurband on TikTok For all previous episodes of the podcast, go to www.9thgradeexperience.com. If you visit the site, you can leave us a voicemail, an email or rate and review of the show. Musical Credit Thanks to Eli Heckman, Class of 2025, for providing the music in today's episode! Also thanks to Visionblur for the use of their logo and the audio clip taken from their TikTok page. Education Podcast Network I am proud to announce that the 9th Grade Experience Podcast has joined the Education Podcast Network (EPN). The passionate hosts of the EPN family are made up of a wide variety of teachers, administrators, and educators who are dedicated to bringing you the best in education-related content. The network covers everything from current events in education, technology, and best practices to the latest editorials and more on a regular basis in high quality. To find out more information about all the great shows, visit https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/

In this special episode recorded live from the Pennsylvania Convention Center at the end of June 2023, we sat down with 37 attendees of the 2023 ISTE Conference, including educators, industry experts, and students, to gather their best tech tips, time management hacks and other strategies to assist with a successful 9th grade experience. The guests on today's episode come from diverse perspectives from all over the world offering quick, innovative approaches and personal anecdotes about what they feel it takes to excel during your freshman year. The final 10 minutes of the episode features a longer conversation with Shaurya Sinha and Joseph Tay, sophomores at Stanford University, talking about their 9th grade experiences in their home countries, the idea and dream of coming to college in the United States, and what they are hoping to do in the field of Artificial Intelligence.Here is a list of the guest on today's show (arranged by the order of their appearance) Teachers Carl Hooker, Author Ready, Set, Fail and Keynote Speaker Rachelle Denne Poth, Riverview Junior/Senior High School Matthew X Joseph, CEO X-Factor Education Lauren Zeznanski - Chestnut Ridge School District, Fishertown, Pa. Gwynn Moore - Aurora, CO, Aurora Frontier P-8 Jen Dawson - CDW Chris Aviles - Spectrum Industries, Inc Christopher Eide - Trumbull High School Paige Littlefield - University of Oklahoma Danielle Cowden - Crosstown High Memphis TN Dr. Laura McCusker - Lincoln IU 12 @mccusker105 Alexis Albertie - The New School Atlanta, Ga. @tnsatlanta Andre Simon - The New School Atlanta, Ga. Erin Cummings - Chester County IU @ErinC_CCIU Lauren Young - Beloved Community New Orleans, La. Anthony Iacobucci - TRECA Digital Academy Marion, OH Stephanie Howell - Pickerington Local School District Carroll, OH Eric Guise - Hopewell Valley Central High, Newtown Pa Daniel Nemerow - Gainesville High School (Va.) Scott Nunes - Canva for Education Eric Verlander - USD 457 Garden City, KS Giovanna Salas-Wert, Abington HS Karima Chandler, Charter School of Wilmington Ariana Ciamaricone, Charter School of Wilmington Nicky Acevedo, Vivacity Tech PBC Brandon Main, Milwaukee Public Schools Kerry Parrish, Crystal Lake Central High School D155 Students Keerthi Viijay and Riya Shah, STEAM Team Co-creators Simone Sibley and Jacob Deysher, Brandywine Heights High School Ana Camila Lopez Jonguitud, Cumbres International School Cancun Mariela Casteleyro, Highlands International School Mexico Camila Zamora, Highlands International School Mexico Atara Goldstein, The Frisch School Ari Katz, The Frisch School Shaurya Sinha and Joseph Tay, Stanford University For all previous episodes of the podcast, go to www.9thgradeexperience.com. If you visit the site, you can leave us a voicemail, an email or rate and review of the show. Musical Credit Thanks to Eli Heckman, Class of 2025, for providing the music in today's episode! Education Podcast Network I am proud to announce that the 9th Grade Experience Podcast has joined the Education Podcast Network (EPN). The passionate hosts of the EPN family are made up of a wide variety of teachers, administrators, and educators who are dedicated to bringing you the best in education-related content. The network covers everything from current events in education, technology, and best practices to the latest editorials and more on a regular basis in high quality. To find out more information about all the great shows, visit https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/

It has been almost six months since his last appearance, so we could not close out the 2022-2023 school year without having Cole Stuchko appear one more time on the podcast to reflect on his 9th grade campaign. Cole has been busy since December finishing up the basketball season, taking midterm exams, trying out and making the varsity tennis team and completing the year with final exam preparation. In this episode he talks about the importance of starting the year off strong to make the end of your first year easier and making sure you complete each assignment that is assigned in class. He talks about the challenge of being the only freshman on the tennis team and how he was able to feel comfortable with established upperclassmen. We finish the episode with some great tips for upcoming freshman to make the most of their school year. For all previous episodes of the podcast, go to www.9thgradeexperience.com. If you visit the site, you can leave us a voicemail, an email or a rate and review of the show. Musical Credit Thanks to Eli Heckman, Class of 2025, for providing the music in today's episode! Education Podcast Network I am proud to announce that the 9th Grade Experience Podcast has joined the Education Podcast Network (EPN). The passionate hosts of the EPN family are made up of a wide variety of teachers, administrators, and educators who are dedicated to bringing you the best in education-related content. The network covers everything from current events in education, technology, and best practices to the latest editorials and more on a regular basis in high quality. To find out more information about all the great shows, visit https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/

Rosemary Lamparella, the current S.T.E.P. teacher at Emmaus High School, sees in her daily work the importance of helping students adapt, grow, and change to build the skills necessary to become members of a school and local community. Even though May was Mental Health Awareness Month, she knows the social and emotional challenges high school students face can present throughout the year, even as we approach the summer vacation and strives to provide students the knowledge and support to assist them with their personal development. In this episode, Ms. Lamparella explores the connection between Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs) and better outcomes. She describes the seven factors associated with PCEs and gives actionable steps to take incorporate them into your daily routine. Topics from this episode include Her 9th grade experience in a small school with fewer than 100 students in her entire class Her career shift into education The definition of resiliency How Positive Childhood Experiences can shape your future success The importance of creating a good vocabulary around your feelings and emotions Identifying the need to practice and develop skills in different areas of your everyday life The connection between volunteering and gratitude Why a 15 minute conversation per day with a parent can make a big difference To learn more about Positive Childhood Experiences, go to PACEs Connection https://www.pacesconnection.com/ Education Podcast Network I am proud to announce that the 9th Grade Experience Podcast has joined the Education Podcast Network (EPN). The passionate hosts of the EPN family are made up of a wide variety of teachers, administrators, and educators who are dedicated to bringing you the best in education-related content. The network covers everything from current events in education, technology, and best practices to the latest editorials and more on a regular basis in high quality. To find out more information about all the great shows, visit https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/ Musical Credit Thanks to Eli Heckman, Class of 2025, for providing the music in today's episode!

As the Executive Director of the Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center, Ashley Coleman is one of the lead advocates and activists for the LGBTQ+ community in the Lehigh Valley. But the work that has taken her all over the United States began as a member of the Emmaus High School graduating class of 2003. As one of the only black and openly gay members of her class, Coleman didn’t have the option of being quiet, but rather leaned into the role of fighting for herself and others like her at EHS. Coleman takes this opportunity to recount her time at EHS, calling it “a wonderful place to come from” as she traces her development through high school. Topics from this episode include: Ashley’s 9th grade experience at Emmaus High School The impact of a teacher (Mrs. Rita Cortez) and importance of being a good person in addition to being a good student Being an advocate for herself, especially at a time when they were not many people like her at EHS How the advocacy work she did in high school, including her senior graduation project, prepared her for her future career Advice to students on how to begin the own journey of advocacy and overcoming adversity How dealing with criticism never gets easier Expanded resources and programs available through the Bradbury-Sullivan Center The importance of trying new things to get out your comfort zone For more information on all that Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center provides, please visit https://www.bradburysullivancenter.org/ Photo credits for Coleman headshot: Megan Keller Photography Musical Credit Thanks to Eli Heckman, Class of 2025, for providing the music in today's episode! Education Podcast Network I am proud to announce that the 9th Grade Experience Podcast has joined the Education Podcast Network (EPN). The passionate hosts of the EPN family are made up of a wide variety of teachers, administrators, and educators who are dedicated to bringing you the best in education-related content. The network covers everything from current events in education, technology, and best practices to the latest editorials and more on a regular basis in high quality. To find out more information about all the great shows, visit https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/

In the first of our senior rewind episodes, we catch up with Emmaus High School basketball players Dylan Darville and Chase Muckey, two guests from one of our most popular episodes (Season 2, Episode 16). In February 2020, Darville and Muckey were members of a freshman team that finished with a 25-1 record and promise to restore Emmaus Boys Basketball tradition. Through many ups and downs, their high school careers culminated this year with a regular season league championship, a trip to the PPL Center for postseason action, and a trip to the state playoffs. Throughout this conversation, they exhibit the hallmarks of the EHS program, with a focus on teamwork, togetherness, and passion for the game. Other topics from the episode include A look back at the highlights from their senior season Lessons learned from 9th grade basketball and how they applied to future seasons The importance of playing as a team and growing into a role Advice for upcoming 9th graders - both on and off the court The role basketball can potentially play in their lives after their EHS career is now complete To listen to their first episode on the podcast, click here Musical Credit  Thanks to Eli Heckman, Class of 2025, for providing the music in today's episode!   Education Podcast Network I am proud to announce that the 9th Grade Experience Podcast has joined the Education Podcast Network (EPN). The passionate hosts of the EPN family are made up of a wide variety of teachers, administrators, and educators who are dedicated to bringing you the best in education-related content. The network covers everything from current events in education, technology, and best practices to the latest editorials and more on a regular basis in high quality. To find out more information about all the great shows, visit https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/

For the first time since 2020, the EHS World Language Department hosted the EPSD International Fair on Saturday, February 25, 2023. A celebration of culture, food, music, and traditions, this event highlighted many of the unique backgrounds of EHS students and community members in a celebration of our school's diverse population.   In this episode, we talked to the students that created presentations to represent their chosen countries as well as Mrs. Babbitt and Mrs. Kalb, who organized the event.   The countries/organizations represented this year included  Ghana  Costa Rica  Dominican Republic  Latin Club  Germany  Chile  Siberia  Pakistan  Uzbekistan  France  Ireland  Italy   The episode concludes with information about the 2024 trip to Spain led by Mrs. Ardito.   Musical Credit  Thanks to Eli Heckman, Class of 2025, for providing the music in today's episode!   Education Podcast Network I am proud to announce that the 9th Grade Experience Podcast has joined the Education Podcast Network (EPN). The passionate hosts of the EPN family are made up of a wide variety of teachers, administrators, and educators who are dedicated to bringing you the best in education-related content. The network covers everything from current events in education, technology, and best practices to the latest editorials and more on a regular basis in high quality. To find out more information about all the great shows, visit https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/