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David Chimusoro, 2011 graduate  of Finneytown Secondary Campus, talks about his journey from his childhood in Zimbabwe, to his adolescence in Finneytown, to his adulthood as a filmmaker and comedian. 

Kristin Barnes, Finneytown Secondary Campus 8th grade ELA teacher, shares her story of growth from her first year in Finneytown. Listen as she shares why she feels she has finally found a home as a teacher in Finneytown Local School District. 

Can't teach an old dog new tricks? Finneytown Secondary Campus math teacher, Phil Farr, has turned one of his favorite sayings on its head through his work designing project-based learning experiences this school year. Hear Mr. Farr share the story of his growth as a result of the risks he's taken this year through his partnerships with PBL facilitators, Mike Kennedy and Mike Rosa. 

Shelby Hatton, Donovan Clark, Javiahn Coates, and Jack Isphording answer Eric Muchmore and Mike Kennedy's phone calls to share what they are currently achieving as graduates of Finneytown Secondary Campus. 

Kayla Herring, 2018 Finneytown graduate, joins us to share her "I'm Possible" story. Kayla talks about her time as a student at Finneytown, in addition to sharing what she is now doing at Northern Kentucky University and the Cincinnati Police Department.

Two students, along with Mr. Dirr and Ms. Deters, talk about what it took to host the social at Finneytown Elementary. They share what they accomplished, what they learned, and what they'll always remember! 

Dan Joyner, Eric Muchmore, Jen Dinan, and Mike Kennedy reflect on the lessons learned from recent gatherings they've designed and facilitated at Finneytown Local School District. 

Dan Joyner, Eric Muchmore, Jen Dinan, and Mike Kennedy talk about their leadership journey in Finneytown Local School District. 

Ryan Richmond, Finneytown Elementary teacher, talks about teaching drama to our youngest Wildcats, in addition to sharing why it is so important for students to see themselves reflected in our staff. 

Tammy Dietz and Lauren Henline, FLSD Restorative Practices Facilitators, talk about their roles and the impact their work is having on students. 

2019 graduate of Finneytown Secondary Campus, Jihad Rasheed, shares his personal story of resilience and success. He reflects on his challenges during high school, in addition to expressing gratitude for those friends and teachers who have played an important role in his journey. 

Grace Finch, Sam Fronk, and Brad Delaney talk about the marching band  as they head into the biggest competitions of the season!

In this episode, three of Tom Budday's ELA students reflect on their experience creating a nation from scratch. They share how the collaborative process impacted them as learners, in addition to how the experience prompted them to reflect on real-life communication challenges. 

Tom Budday, high school English teacher at Finneytown Secondary Campus, reflects on his experience facilitating a favorite project of his, "Creation of a Nation." 

Finneytown High School English teacher, Hannah Jones, joins us to share how she is having students create podcasts as their Project-Based Learning public products. 

Believe it or not, staff and students do not take the summers off! Eric Muchmore and Mike Kennedy discuss the summer vibe around Finneytown Local School District.  They talk about the Literacy Leadership Team, students practicing around the Secondary Campus,  hiring,  the staff Restorative Practices and Project-Based Learning retreat, and more! 

What can Finneytown's Athletic Booster Club and Music Parents Association create together that they cannot create alone? Maggie Laird, Athletic Booster Club President, and April Bruder, FMPA President, answer this question during this podcast. 

Pringle House Dean, Melissa Hawkins, and our House System Director, Charlie Crawley, share their personal stories of involvement  in the evolution of Finneytown Secondary Campus's House System, in addition to the impact it has had on our students and how they plan to further develop it next school year. Crawley and Hawkins also discuss Taco Bell, frozen pizza, and starring in a Frisch's commercial. 

Brad Delaney and Sam Fronk sit down with Mike Kennedy and Eric Muchmore to reflect on the 2021-2022 season, in addition to sharing what they envision for next season. 

In this episode, Mike Rosa and Dave Backer reflect on their Project-Based Learning experiences this year. They also share what they hope  for the staff and Finneytown Local School District in the '22-'23 school year.