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Spring-Ford RAMcast

33 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago -

Starting January 1, 2020, the RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Spring-Ford. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community.

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Episodes

RAMcast: Journey Through Our ELD Program

April 24, 2024 17:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MB

In this episode, Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel chatted with Dr. Rob Moyer, Brooke Elementary School Principal, and Tara Chester, ELD Teacher. The RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Spring-Ford. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community.

RAMcast: Principal Perspectives

April 12, 2024 13:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MB

In this episode, Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel talked with Spring-Ford Area High School House Principals Jason Bowers, Seth Jones, and Gavin Lawler. The RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Spring-Ford. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community.

RAMcast: Embracing Neurodiversity

March 27, 2024 17:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MB

In this episode, Erin Crew talked with Dr. Tina Giambattista, Assistant Superintendent of Special Education, and Aimee Oblak, Supervisor of Special Education. The trio discussed World Autism Acceptance Month. The RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Spring-Ford. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, stude...

RAMcast: Middle School Mavericks Unite!

March 20, 2024 13:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MB

Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel talked with middle-level school principals Mr. Krakower and Dr. Rogers.  The RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Spring-Ford. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community.

RAMcast: Counseling Chronicles - Navigating the School Maze

February 28, 2024 18:00 - 1 hour - 45.1 MB

Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel talked with middle-level school counselors Patty Flynn and Nick Lemuell.  The RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Spring-Ford. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community.

RAMcast: Game Changers - Celebrating NGWSD

February 14, 2024 05:00 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MB

Recognizing National Girls and Women in Sports Day, Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel talk with Spring-Ford coaches Jennie Anderson and Stacey Bogus and student-athlete Barcley Trotter about their experience as female athletes.  The RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Spring-Ford. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators...

RAMcast: The Future of the Future Planning Center

January 29, 2024 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MB

Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel talk with the Future Planning Center experts and College Career Advisors Marissa Sussman and Maggie Lusignea about everything the Future Planning Center has to offer.  The RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Spring-Ford. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, paren...

RAMcast: Welcome to the Wild World of HR

January 15, 2024 05:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MB

Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel talk with Beth Leiss, Director of Human Resources, about the ever-changing landscape of hiring in public education.  The RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Spring-Ford. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community.

RAMcast: We're Back, For Real This Time!

January 01, 2024 05:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MB

Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel talk with Bob Rizzo, Superintendent, about the current state of the district and what is on the horizon.  The RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Spring-Ford. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community.

RAMcast: Getting to Know Dr. G.

April 27, 2022 23:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MB

Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel talk with Dr. Tina Giambattista, Assistant Superintendent of Special Education and Student Services, about her first few months here at Spring-Ford.  The RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Spring-Ford. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other memb...

RAMcast: ...And, We're Back!

April 13, 2022 17:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

The RAMcast is back! Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel talk with Dr. Kelly Murray, Assistant Superintendent of Teaching, Learning, and Innovation, about her first few years here at Spring-Ford.  The RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Spring-Ford. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and...

RAMcast: ...And, We're Back!

April 13, 2022 17:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

The RAMcast is back! Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel talk with Dr. Kelly Murray, Assistant Superintendent of Teaching, Learning, and Innovation, about her first few years here at Spring-Ford.  The RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Spring-Ford. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and...

RAMcast: Making School Budgets Fun!

April 29, 2021 10:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MB

On this episode of RAMcast/Ram Chat, School Board President Colleen Zasowski provides an update from the most recent school board meetings. We also talk to Jim Fink, CFO, about school budgets. Mr. Fink breaks information down,  answers some basic questions, and makes school budgeting fun!

RAMcast: AP + Co-Teaching

April 15, 2021 21:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MB

On this episode of Ram Chat, we talk to Advanced Placement (AP) co-teachers Jackie Ritter and Julie Korchowsky. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford.

RAMcast: Board Table Talk

March 25, 2021 10:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MB

On this episode of RAMcast/Ram Chat, School Board President Colleen Zasowski provides an update from the most recent school board meetings. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community.

RAMcast: Youth Art Month

March 11, 2021 11:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MB

March is Youth Art Month! Youth Art Month emphasizes the importance of art activities for children and encourages schools and youth groups to support their art programs. On this episode of RAMcast, 7th Grade Art Teacher Chrissy Moyer and High School Art Teacher Cori Rudloff chat about the importance of art education. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford.

RAMcast: School Board Meeting Recap

February 26, 2021 13:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MB

On this episode of RAMcast, School Board President Colleen Zasowski, Vice President Christina Melton, and Acting Superintendent provide an update from the most recent school board meetings. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community.

RAMcast: School Update and Music Department

January 29, 2021 14:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MB

On this episode of RAMcast, School Board President Colleen Zasowski and Assistant Superintendent provide an update from the most recent school board meeting. We also talk to SFAHS music teachers Yvonne O'Dea, Emily McGranahan, and Seth Jones about their new programs from the 21-22 school year. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teacher...

RAMcast: Hey, We're Back!

January 14, 2021 12:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MB

On this episode of RAMcast, School Board President Colleen Zasowski says "farewell" to Dr. Goodin and SFAHS Principal Dr. Colyer shares a Student of the Quarter update. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community.

RAMcast: Hey, We're Back!

January 14, 2021 12:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MB

On this episode of RAMcast, School Board President Colleen Zasowski says "farewell" to Dr. Goodin and SFAHS Principal Dr. Colyer shares a Student of the Quarter update. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community.

RAMcast: Reopening Spring-Ford

July 23, 2020 17:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

 You voiced your questions and we heard. Starting this week, Spring-Ford will air weekly pre-recorded Q&A sessions with a variety of hosts and guests who will discuss the details of what school will look like this fall. This week, we hear from Spring-Ford Teachers and Administration. 

RAMcast: Special Episode - Board Table Talk

July 02, 2020 16:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MB

SPECIAL EPISODE! RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community. This week, hear from Colleen Zasowski, President of the Spring-Ford Board of School Directors, as she provides an update after the June School Board meetings.

RAMcast: Autism Awareness Month

April 15, 2020 04:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MB

Welcome to the RAMcast! The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community. This week, with two of our four Special Education Supervisors, Amy Hiller, Katie Davis and Dr. Percell Whittaker. Please note, this episode was recorded prior to the COVID-19 outbreak. Some dates and e...

RAMcast: All About Us!

March 25, 2020 10:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MB

Welcome to the RAMcast! The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community. This week, Broadcast Students Nick Elsner and Sarah Camilleri take over the show and interview our regular hosts. 

RAMcast: All About Us!

March 25, 2020 10:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MB

Welcome to the RAMcast! The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community. This week, Broadcast Students Nick Elsner and Sarah Camilleri take over the show and interview our regular hosts. 

RAMcast: Focus on Food Service

March 04, 2020 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MB

Welcome to the RAMcast! The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community. This week, we're focused on FOOD with Scott Orsini, Food Service Director, Jim Fink, CFO, and Tricia Smith, School Nurse.

RAMcast: Special Episode - Board Table Talk

February 27, 2020 18:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MB

SPECIAL EPISODE! RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community. This week, hear from Colleen Zasowski, President of the Spring-Ford Board of School Directors, as she provides an update after the February School Board meetings.

RAMcast: Music in Our Schools Month

February 26, 2020 11:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB

Welcome to the RAMcast! The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community. This week, we focus on Music in Our Schools Month. MIOSM is an opportunity for music teachers to bring their music programs to the attention of the school and the community, and to display the benefits...

RAMcast: School Counselor Week

February 12, 2020 17:00 - 17 minutes - 12.4 MB

Welcome to the RAMcast! The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community. This week, Spring-Ford School Counselors Mr. Hughes and Mrs. Baker talk about the importance of a strong school counseling program. 

RAMcast: School Counselor Week

February 12, 2020 17:00 - 17 minutes - 12.4 MB

Welcome to the RAMcast! The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community. This week, Spring-Ford School Counselors Mr. Hughes and Mrs. Baker talk about the importance of a strong school counseling program. 

RAMcast: School Choice Week

January 29, 2020 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MB

Welcome to the RAMcast! The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community. This week, guests Dr. Goodin and Mr. Rizzo talk about School Choice Week. 

RAMcast: Future Planning Center

January 15, 2020 12:00 - 28 minutes - 20 MB

Welcome to the RAMcast! The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community. This week, guests Dr. Nugent and Mrs. Benner introduce us to the SFAHS Future Planning Center (FPC). 

RAMcast: Welcome to the Media Center

January 01, 2020 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

Welcome to the RAMcast! The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-Ford. Hosts Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel will introduce you to administrators, teachers, students, parents, and other members of the Spring-Ford community. This week, guests Dr. Nugent, Mrs. Bowen, and Mr. Brubaker take us on a virtual tour of the High School Media Center.