Avon Grove Charter Podcast

AGCS Monthly News - June 2022 - Feat. Graduating Seniors

If there's ever an AGCS podcast to listen to, it's THIS one! Destanie and Hunter, two graduating seniors, join me for a conversation about their future plans, reflections on their time at Avon Grove Charter School, and to offer suggestions for education policy.   #spiritandsuccess #agcs2022 #classof2022 #agcharter

Sommer Kelly - Teachers Lounge

Sommer Kelly is a First Grade Special Education Teacher at Avon Grove Charter School's Early Learning Center. She and I discuss her history as a teacher and with AGCS, keeping goals and confidence front and center while working with students, and much more.

AGCS Monthly News - May 2022

This month's episode is co-hosted by Avon Grove Charter School's Director of Teaching and Learning, Jen Weaver. Jen and I discuss upcoming events, reflect on April wins, and we learn about Jen's lengthy history at AGCS.

Amanda Norris - Teachers Lounge

Amanda Norris is a third grade teacher at the Early Learning Center. She has been with Avon Grove Charter School for many years and only recently took on her current role. In this episode, we discuss what that transition has been like among many other topics.

Amanda McKenna - Teachers Lounge

Amanda McKenna is a third grade elementary teacher at the Early Learning Center. She and I talk about her path to becoming a teacher, juggling being a new mother and serving her students in the classroom, and her love for Philadelphia sports.

Yardley Markee - Teachers Lounge

Yardley Markee is a middle school teacher at Avon Grove Charter School. She and I talk about co-teaching and her love for the learning process. We identify a central theme in her life: waking up early.

April AGCS Monthly News

Mamma Mia at Avon Grove Charter School

Mr. Parente, Mr. June, and I chat about our upcoming Mamma Mia performances on April 7, 8, and 9.

AGCS Monthly News - March 2022

00:00 - 01:53 Welcome and Who is Mrs. Taylor?  01:53 - 04:30 Why are people wearing red and black today?  04:30 - 07:15 Where do you stand on minor or less traditional holidays?  07:15 - 08:12 March AGCS Dates  08:12 - 11:12 Quizzo  11:12 - 12:38 Other March Dates and Pi Day  12:38 - 20:15 Community highlights: Raise Craze recap, What’s So Cool About Manufacturing contest, upcoming 24 tournament and more

AGCS Monthly News - February 2022

Mrs. Bishop and I discuss noteworthy February dates, National School Choice Week and Raise Craze, enrollment and Kindergarten info sessions, and much more on this February 2022 edition of AGCS Monthly News.

AGCS Monthly News - January 2022

AGCS Monthly News Ep. 1 - January 10, 2022 0:00 - 0:58 Welcome to AGCS Monthly News   0:58 - 3:32 COVID update   3:32 - 5:15 Noteworthy dates:  1/11 Parent Family Engagement 1/17 School Closed - Martin Luther King Jr. Day 1/18 Asynchronous Learning 1/24 AGCS Board Meeting 1/25 Keystone Graduation Requirements (grades 9-11)   5:15 - 7:10 Reflecting on the recent student events   7:10 - 8:47 Enrollment   8:47 - 10:43 National School Choice Week and R...

Tony June - Teachers Lounge

Today, we’re listening to a recording of my conversation with Tony June from February. Tony is the high school music teacher at AGCS, and he and I have been friends since we met working on an Arts Fest video in 2018. I really enjoyed talking with him and learning more about his history and teaching philosophy. And I hope you enjoy listening.

Krista Lauterwald - Teachers Lounge

Krista Lauterwald is an agriculture teacher at the AGCS State Rd. campus. She operates and maintains the micro farm and invites students to learn about and experience a variety of activities featuring plants, animals, and aquaponics.

Jeremiah Stone - Teachers Lounge

Today, I’m joined by Jeremiah Stone, AGCS high school math and science teacher. I enjoyed talking with Jeremiah about his love for math and science, his role at Charter, and his journey in life. We recorded this conversation on Zoom, so please forgive some of the audio inconsistencies and please enjoy.

Lauren Daniel - Teachers Lounge

Lauren Daniel is a high school English teacher at AGCS. We discuss her role, what it's been like to teach here for thirteen years, the importance of studying English and literature, her academic history, and more.

#15 - Queen Bee & Dr. Dee - January 2021

Mrs. Bishop and Dr. Maitland catch up after winter break and share a big announcement with the AGCS community.

Bethanne Lindenbaum - Teachers Lounge

Bethanne Lindenbaum is a middle school ELA teacher, Alpha Leo Club advisor, PBIS coach, and middle school team lead at AGCS.

Paul Parente - Teachers Lounge

Paul Parente is the drama teacher and director at AGCS. We talk about his work here at the school in addition to some of his past experiences as a writer, performer, and caterer for the United Nations.

#14 - Queen Bee & Dr. Dee - November 2020

Hybrid learning, coping with COVID-19, CARES Act funding, the Teachers Lounge podcast and video series, and more.

Carrie Herman - Teachers Lounge

Carrie Herman is a veteran math teacher at Avon Grove Charter School, and she's been here since the very beginning. We discuss teaching strategies, her history with AGCS, and Carrie shares powerful advice for teachers everywhere.

Kevin Ham - Teachers Lounge

Teachers Lounge is all about getting to know Avon Grove Charter School staff members. For our first episode, I talked with Kevin Ham, 4-7 Math Interventionist.

#13 - Queen Bee & Dr. Dee - September 2020

Mrs. Bishop and Dr. Maitland talk about starting the 2020-21 school year during the COVID-19 pandemic.

#12 - Queen Bee & Dr. Dee - March 2020

Mrs. Bishop and Dr. Maitland discuss the transition of working at home including staff & student resilience in this new climate of distance learning. A special thank you for supporting local businesses that are currently open.

#11 - Queen Bee & Dr. Dee - January 2020

We're celebrating National School Choice Week at Avon Grove Charter School. Mrs. Bishop and Dr. Maitland discuss ongoing diversity awareness efforts for both students and staff, Night At the Races on Friday, March 6, and online fair funding legislation letters.

#10 - Queen Bee & Dr. Dee - November 2019

Mrs. Bishop and Dr. Maitland discuss how charter schools work, celebrate the grand opening of the Collaboratory, and offer suggestions for parent-teacher conferences. Dr. Maitland talks with two seniors: Jacob Rockoff and Kayla Greto.

#9 Queen Bee & Dr. Dee - October 2019

The 2019-20 school year is in full swing. Mrs. Bishop and Dr. Maitland reflect on the first month of school and discuss Back to School Night, dress code, and student wellness. They also highlight the upcoming Celebration of Life event as well as the accomplishments of ninth grader, Alaina Gassler, and much more.

#8 Queen Bee & Dr. Dee - August 2019

Mrs. Bishop and Dr. Maitland kick off the 2019-20 school year with a wide ranging discussion about everything from this year's theme and new staff hires to important news and updates and our growing sports initiatives. This episode includes interviews with Sharon Ray and Khristina Hunt, two new team members.

#7 - Queen Bee & Dr. Dee - May 2019

In the final episode of the 2018-19 school year, Mrs. Bishop and Dr. Maitland talk Teacher Appreciation Week, upgrades to the State Rd. campus, spring sports, Arts Fest, and more.

#6 - Queen Bee & Dr. Dee - Mar. 2019

Mrs. Bishop and Dr. Maitland cover a variety of updates and news as well as an emotional and powerful AGCS sports moment.

#5 - Queen Bee & Dr. Dee - Jan. 2019

Mrs. Bishop and Mr. Maitland sit down with Laura "Mrs. K" Pepe (former last name), STEM specialist at the Early Learning Center, to discuss her classes, professional development, and new flexible seating. Mrs. Bishop and Mr. Maitland also celebrate National School Choice Week and share important news and updates

#4 - Queen Bee & Dr. Dee - Nov. 2018

Mr. Maitland interviews a new AGCS teacher, Mr. Jay Reyhar, about his background, first few months at AGCS, and experience as an AGCS soccer coach. Mrs. Bishop and Mr. Maitland discuss current events, including the holiday show and parent-teacher conferences.

#3 - Queen Bee & Dr. Dee - Sept. 2018

As Avon Grove Charter School soars into the new academic year, Mrs. Bishop and Mr. Maitland discuss AGCS news and updates and talk in depth about student safety and mental health.

#2 - Queen Bee & Dr. Dee - Aug. 2018

Mrs. Bishop and Mr. Maitland discuss the start of the new school year, exciting renovations and upgrades at both school campuses, and important dates and times to remember as the 2018-19 school year begins.

#1 - Queen Bee & Dr. Dee

Mrs. Bishop and Mr. Maitland discuss the new podcast, reflect on the 2017-18 school year, share news and updates for summer activities, and praise AGC community leaders and teachers for their hard work.