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We Are Peru Podcast2025 School Budget EpisodeIn this bonus episode, Superintendent Scott Storms and School Business Executive Kara Bowes join the podcast to share information pertaining to the upcoming school budget vote.You can view additional information about the school budget here:
2025-05-0513 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - March 2025In this episode of our podcast we feature our regular monthly segments as well as dual spotlight segments! In our first spotlight we chat with Rachel Leonard and Mary Fornabia from the Family and Community Engagement Center (FACE Center). Resources from their valuable program are linked below.In our second spotlight we are joined by Peru Drama Club Advisor, Meghan Matthews, who shares information about their upcoming musical production of "Into The Woods". FACE Center Resources:FACE Center April Learning OpportunitiesWhat is FACE?CPSE to...
2025-03-1940 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - February 2025In this episode our podcast we feature our regular monthly segments and highlight our new Associate Elementary Principal, "Kasey Snow", in our spotlight segment.
2025-02-2329 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - October 2024In the first monthly podcast of the new school year we hear from our regular contributors and in our "spotlight" segment we chat with newly minted Middle School Associate Principal, Erin Canning-O'Neill.
2024-11-1239 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - June 2024In the last episode of the school year we feature our regular segments as well as a feature a special interview with Terry Leonino and Greg Artzner of the musical duo "Magpie" and Martha Swan, Executive Director of John Brown Lives. They discuss the recent Magpie songwriting residency with Peru Elementary 4th graders. You can view the performance the of the song they created with the students here.
2024-09-1137 minWe Are Peru PodcastUpcoming Capital ProjectThis bonus episode of the We Are Peru Podcast features Superintendent Scott Storms, Assistant Superintendent Shannon Pitcher-Boyea, Director of Facilities Matt Lefevre, and Business Official Kara Bowes. Together, they discuss a proposal for the upcoming capital project, highlighting key aspects and potential benefits for the school community.
2024-09-1106 min2024-05-0716 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - February 2024In this months episode we hear from our regular contributors as well as a visit from members of the Peru Drama Club who chat about there upcoming performance of the school version of "Mean Girls".
Tickets for the production can be acquired at:
www.perudramaclub.org
2024-03-0537 min
Ask The Tech CoachUsing Educational Podcasts in the Classroom and CommunityWelcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes John Mitchell, Nicholas Damiani and Stephanie Petro on the podcast to discuss how they are leveraging audio and video podcast to support their strategic communication vision as well as provide students with real world activities that will help them in their futures.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
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2024-02-0556 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - January 2024In our first episode of the new school year we feature our regular segments, including a school board report, our superintendents update and an athletics update. Our spotlight segment this month features high school senior Taylor Greenhaw and school counselor Adam Carter who discuss Taylor's participation in the New Vision Medical Careers Program.
2024-01-3045 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - November 2023In our November episode we are joined by our regular contributors. In our building spotlight segment we chat with new staff members Hannah Jock and Mitchell Senecal who are both PE teachers in our Intermediate building.
2023-12-0725 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - October 2023In our first regular episode of the school year we feature our regular segments, including a school board report, our superintendents update and an update on fall sports as they begin to wrap up. Our spotlight this month focuses on the importance of cyber security.
2023-11-0338 minWe Are Peru PodcastCovid Relief Fund DiscussionIn this bonus episode we are joined by Superintendent Scott Storms, Grant Coordinator, Wendy Paul and School Business Executive, Kara Bowes. They provide a lot of helpful insight on the COVID Relief Fund and what we have done as a district to use this resource to enhance programming and opportunities.
2023-09-2611 minWe Are Peru PodcastCome Drive For UsIn this bonus episode Transportation Supervisor "Dave Wagner" and School Business Official "Kara Bowes" join us to discuss current openings and opportunities for bus drivers in our school district. Additional information is included in the attached document.
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2023-06-1215 minWe Are Peru PodcastThe Holistic Life FoundationIn this bonus episode some of our Elementary students have a conversation with a few members of the Holistic Life Foundation who spent time recently with our staff and students to share some insights on mindfulness and self-care.
2023-06-0511 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - May 2023
In our May episode we are joined by School Board President "Bonnie Berry", School Superintendent "Scott Storms, Assistant Superintendent Shannon Pitcher-Boyea and Athletics Coordinator "Diana Bartholomew". In lieu of our regular "Spotlight" segment, we will be releasing a bonus episode featuring members of the Holistic Life Foundation where we will learn more about their organization and their recent visit to our school district where they discussed mindfulness with staff and students. Here are some links to helpful articles pertaining to mindfulness, calmness and the impact of social media on the mental health of our youth :
2023-06-0129 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - April 2023
In our April episode we are joined by School Board President "Bonnie Berry", School Superintendent "Scott Storms, Assistant Superintendent Shannon Pitcher-Boyea and Athletics Coordinator "Diana Bartholomew". We are also joined by our new School Lunch Manager, Barrett Miller who gives us an overview of the exciting new enhancements to our cafeteria program.
Here are some time stamps should you like to jump to a specific segment of the episode.
School Board Update (2:21)
Superintendent Update (12:18)
Athletics Update (24:00)
Building Spotlight (31:04)...
2023-05-0142 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - March 2023
In our March episode we are joined by School Board President "Bonnie Berry", School Superintendent "Scott Storms and Athletics Coordinator "Diana Bartholomew". Also in a first for our show, we are featuring a student in our Building Spotlight segment this month. Jack Webb is a senior at Peru who joins us for a few minutes to reflect on his time spent here a student.
Here are some time stamps should you like to jump to a specific segment of the episode.
School Board Update (1:53)
Su...
2023-04-0539 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - February 2023 In our February episode we are joined by School Board President "Bonnie Berry", School Superintendent "Scott Storms and Athletics Coordinator "Diana Bartholomew". We are also joined by our new Assistant Superintendent "Shannon Pitcher-Boyea" and 5th grade teacher "Bethany Webb" joins us for our Building Spotlight segment.
School Board Update (1:47)
Superintendent Update (15:09)
Athletics Update (22:57)
Building Spotlight (27:20)
2023-03-0335 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - January 2023Welcome to the New Year! We jump out of the gate with segments from our regular contributors: School Board President "Bonnie Berry", School Superintendent "Scott Storms and Athletics Coordinator "Diana Bartholomew". We are also joined by our new Assistant Superintendent "Shannon Pitcher-Boyea" and our Associate Middle School Principal "Rachel Ribis" joins us for our Building Spotlight segment.
School Board Update (1:53)
Superintendent Update (14:50)
Athletics Update (21:43)
Building Spotlight (29:00)
2023-01-3140 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - December 2022We wrap up 2022 with segments from our regular contributors: School Board President "Bonnie Berry", School Superintendent "Scott Storms and Athletics Coordinator "Diana Bartholomew". We at the "We Are Peru" Podcast wish you and yours a happy and healthy holiday season!
School Board Update (2:12)
Superintendent Update (11:13 )
Athletics Update (16:00)
2022-12-2822 minWe Are Peru PodcastBonus Episode - Peru Drama ClubPeru Drama Club advisor Christopher Urban and cast members visit the We Are Peru set to discuss their upcoming project: She Kills Monsters: Young Adventurers Edition
Show Dates and Times:
December 2nd:7:30PM
December 3rd: 2:00PM & 7:30PM
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2022-12-0210 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - November 2022In this month's episode we hear from High School Technology teacher Leif Sorgul who discusses his program and a recent award that he received for the excellent work he and his students are doing. We also have segments from our regular contributors. Please refer to the timestamps below if you wish to forward to a specific segment.
School Board Report (1:22)
Superintendent Update (9:17 )
Athletics Update (16:46)
Building Spotlight (24:56)
2022-12-0137 minWe Are Peru PodcastSweethearts and HeroesIn this bonus episode we are joined by High School Principal Matt Berry and Tom Murphy from Sweethearts & Heroes who chat about the important work Sweethearts & Heroes has been doing this year on our campus. You can get additional information about their amazing organization at: https://www.sweetheartsandheroes.com
2022-11-0227 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - October 2022In this month's episode we hear from Dean Delano--Peru Central School's Esports Coach who shares an update with the program. We also have segments from our regular contributors. Please refer to the timestamps below if you wish to forward to a specific segment and be on the lookout for a special bonus podcast we will be releasing next week featuring Tom Murphy from "Sweethearts and Heroes". You don't want to miss it!
School Board Report (5:35)
Superintendent Update (17:07 )
Athletics Update (28:23)
Building Spotlight (37:32)
2022-10-2850 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - September 2022Welcome back! Our first episode of the new school year features 2nd grade teacher Jennifer LaDue who chats about this year's focus of the Primary School PSET (Positive School Environment Team) committees this year. We also have our segments from our regular contributors. Please refer to the timestamps below if you wish to forward to a specific segment.
School Board Report (2:13)
Superintendent Update (15:10 )
Athletics Update (19:13)
Building Showcase (22:03)
2022-09-3028 min
We Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru -- June 2022Our last podcast of the school year highlights a lot of the end of the year activities going on in the district and offers a glimpse into life on campus next year. Have a great summer!
Board Update: 6:04
Superintendent Update: 15:21
Athletics Update: 1940
2022-06-2421 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - May 2022In this month’s episode we share updates from Board of Education President – Bonnie Berry, and Athletic Coordinator – Diana Bartholomew. who joins us live in the studio for the first time. We are also joined in the studio by our Superintendent – Scott Storms and our Building Showcase segment this month features Elementary Music Teacher Megan Yonteff.
The segments listed below list times stamps should you wish to fast forward to a particular segment of the podcast. .
Board of Education Update (2:57)
Superintendent Spotlight (11:57)
Athletics Update (18:02)
Building Showcase (25:55)
Clip of Mrs. Yonteff C...
2022-06-0232 min
We Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - April 2022In this month’s episode we share updates from Board of Education President – Bonnie Berry, and Athletic Coordinator – Diana Bartholomew. We are also joined in the studio our recently appointed Superintendent – Scott Storms as well as Intermediate Building Principal Mary Sexton. This month's episode also features an interview with NYS Assemblyman Billy Jones. The interview was conducted by our Elementary Media Club during Assemblyman Jones' recent School Appreciation Tour.
The segments listed below list times stamps should you wish to fast forward to a particular segment of the podcast. .
Board of Education Update (3:31)
Superintendent S...
2022-05-1034 minWe Are Peru PodcastPreparing for Prom Part 2Peru High School Prinicpal "Matt Berry" and High School Associate Principal "Joha Battin" are joined by Deputies Russell Haag and Zachery Mendoza from the Clinton County Sheriff's Department and Interim Superintendent of Schools "Scott Storms" to discuss safety and responsibility for the upcoming school proms.
Resources mentioned in the podcast:
teen.smokefree.gov
Teen Drivers: Get the Facts
2022-04-0639 minWe Are Peru PodcastPreparing for Prom Part OnePeru High School Principal Matt Berry is joined by seniors: Kathryn Bowman, Chelsea Germaine and Jonas Petro for a lively discussion about the excitement of the upcoming Senior Prom as well as the need to be safe and responsible on the big day.
2022-04-0522 minWe Are Peru PodcastKevin Burt Returns!This special bonus edition of the We Are Peru podcast features national recording artist and International Blues Challenge winner -- Kevin Burt. We are also joined by Plattsburgh Blues and Jazz founder Ms. Laura Carbone as well as Peru's own High School Jazz band director Todd Pray. Kevin discusses a variety of topics including his long history of working with schools and the migration of blues over the years. He even treated your humble host and other guests in the studio with a truly remarkable performance of his hit song " I Don't Want to See You No More". Trust me...
2022-03-2938 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - March 2022In this month’s episode we share updates from Board of Education President – Bonnie Berry, and Athletic Coordinator – Diana Bartholomew. We are also joined in the studio by Interim Superintendent – Scott Storms as well as Middle School Principal James Manchester and Middle School Associate Principal Stephanie Murphy.
The segments listed below list times stamps should you wish to fast forward to a particular segment of the podcast. .
Board of Education Update (10:09)
Superintendent Spotlight (16:36)
Athletics Update (24:50)
Building Showcase (27:01)
2022-03-2637 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - February 2022In this month’s episode we share updates from Board of Education President – Bonnie Berry, Interim Superintendent – Scott Storms and Athletic Coordinator – Diana Bartholomew. We are also chat with High School Technology Teacher, Leif Sorgule who discusses his robotics and manufacturing programs. Lastly we are joined by Chris Urban who fills us in on the drama club's next exciting production.
The segments listed below list times stamps should you wish to fast forward to a particular segment of the podcast. .
Board of Education Update (2:47)
Superintendent Spotlight (16:28)
Athletics Update (20:12)
Building Showcase - (23:21)
2022-03-0736 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - January 2022In this month’s episode we share updates from Board of Education President – Bonnie Berry, Interim Superintendent – Scott Storms and Athletic Coordinator – Diana Bartholomew. We are also joined in the studio by Mr. Robert Hackenson from Dynamic Influence in this month’s “Building Showcase” segment. Mr. Hackenson recently visited our campus to speak to our students about “Social Media Safety”.
The segments listed below list times stamps should you wish to fast forward to a particular segment of the podcast. .
Board of Education Update (8:30)
Superintendent Spotlight (21:57)
Athletics Update (27:37)
Building Showcase - Conversation w...
2022-02-0748 minWe Are Peru PodcastJanuary 2022 Podcast TeaserBrief trailer for our January podcast which will be arriving soon!
2022-01-1901 minWe Are Peru PodcastWe Are Peru - December 2021In this month’s episode we share updates from Board of Education President – Bonnie Berry, Interim Superintendent – Scott Storms and Athletic Coordinator – Diana Bartholomew. We are also joined in the studio by Primary Building Principal -- Sara Simon-Shult and Elementary Technology Teacher -- Stephanie Petro for this month’s “Building Showcase” segment.
We are rounding out the 2021 calendar with a new updated, ongoing format for our podcast. We trust that this new format and dedicated segments will be a great way to convey district activities to the community. The segments listed below list times stamps should you wish to fast forw...
2021-12-301h 06We Are Peru PodcastPeru HappeningsSuperintendent of Schools, Dr. Thomas Palmer, provides updates on the re-opening of the Elementary building, upcoming budget vote, capital project and Summer programming.
2021-05-0625 minWe Are Peru PodcastA Budget State of MindJohn and Nick are joined by Dr. Thomas Palmer and Randy Sapp to discuss the status of the Peru Central School District budget for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year.
2021-03-3118 minWe Are Peru PodcastReopening PeruCSDDr. Thomas Palmer, Superintendent of Schools, stops by to discuss the state of "reopening" in the Peru Central School District. What obstacles stand in the way? What contributes to the decision making process? These questions and many more get answered in this week's We Are Peru Podcast.
2021-03-2918 minWe Are Peru PodcastData Driven InstructionIn this Episode, Director of Curriculum and Instruction Amy Campbell and district data specialists Kelly Crowley and Carrie Pierson discuss how Peru Central School District uses data to optimize learning experiences and engage students at the appropriate level.
2021-03-2434 minWe Are Peru PodcastTeaching in the Remote EnvironmentIn this episode Senior High Principal Matt Berry and Social Studies teachers Kathy Lawliss and Peter Garnsey discuss remote learning and provide strategies to help students be successful while learning from home.
2021-02-0826 minWe Are Peru PodcastCOVID-19 UpdateIn this episode Nick and John are joined by Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Thomas Palmer and School Business Administrator Randy Sapp, who provide an update on the COVID-19 response in the Peru Central School District.
2020-12-1826 minWe Are Peru PodcastDrum Roll Please!--Peru Mascot Announcement!Nick and John are joined by Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Thomas Palmer and Senior High Principal Matt Berry, who unveil the results of our recent Mascot voting process. School Board President Bonnie Berry also joins the podcast to detail a new School Board initiative.
2020-11-0626 minWe Are Peru PodcastSelecting a new school mascotWelcome to the first episode of our newest podcast, aptly named "We Are Peru". In this first episode Nick and John discuss the districts upcoming vote on a new school mascot. Joining the discussion are Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Thomas Palmer and Senior High School Principal Matt Berry.
2020-10-3021 min
The FilmJerk PodcastEpisode 010: Orion Pictures in the 1980s - Part 1This episode starts a mini-series of episodes on Orion Pictures, perhaps the best independent distributor not just of the 1980s but of all time. This episode will cover the first five years of their history (1978-1982), as well as some backstory going all the way back to 1951 in order to set their success story up. The movies discussed during this episode:
Amityville II: The Possession (1982, Damiano Damiani)
Arthur (1981, Steve Gordon)
The Awakening (1980, Mike Newell)
Caddyshack (1980, Harold Ramis)
Die Laughing (1980, Jeff Werner)
The Escape Artist (1982...
2020-04-131h 01
The 80s Movie PodcastOrion Pictures: Part 1This episode starts a mini-series of episodes on Orion Pictures, perhaps the best independent distributor not just of the 1980s but of all time. This episode will cover the first five years of their history (1978-1982), as well as some backstory going all the way back to 1951 in order to set their success story up.
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The movies discussed during this episode:
Amityville II: The Possession (1982, Damiano Damiani)
Arthur (1981, Steve Gordon)
The Awakening (1980, Mike Newell)
Caddyshack (1980, Harold Ramis)
Die Laughing (1980, Jeff Werner)
The Escape Artist (1982, Caleb Deschanel)
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