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Parkside Chat

By EPCUSD401

Learn about all of the interesting happenings in Elmwood Park CUSD 401
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403: Career Pathways

Parkside ChatDec 20, 2021

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406: VEI

406: VEI

Join Aaron as he talks with VEI team's Mrs. Melissa Martinez, senior Jocelyn Mendoza, and junior Matt Smith.

May 17, 202218:45
405: Cheer

405: Cheer

Join Aaron as he discusses the EPHS's State Competition with head coach and teacher Ms Emily Schoenbeck,  and Tiger cheerleaders Theresa Diprizio, Kayla Alvarez and Bella Corso. 

Mar 02, 202216:24
404: MTSS

404: MTSS

Aaron sits down with MTSS Specialists Jamie Kanas and Lisa Marsicano and is joined by Director for Curriculum and Instruction, Kim Ontiveros.

Jan 31, 202220:08
403: Career Pathways

403: Career Pathways

Aaron is joined with Mrs. Spiewak and Mrs. Groeneveld to discuss Elm Middle School's College and Career Pathway program.

Dec 20, 202111:06
402: Meet the Deans

402: Meet the Deans

Join Aaron as he talks to 401's deans.

Nov 15, 202121:12
401: New Assistant Principals

401: New Assistant Principals

Join Aaron as he launches into Season 4 with a conversation with EPCUSD401's new assistant principals: Steph Dornan of EPHS, Stephanie Spiewak of Elm Middle School, and Natalia Gomez of John Mills. 

Aug 24, 202117:00
310: Nurses, Health, & Safety!

310: Nurses, Health, & Safety!

Join Aaron as he discusses school health and safety with EPHS's school nurse Isaiah Hernandez and Elm's school nurse Margaret del Boccio alongside EPHS's Bernhard Walke!

May 06, 202115:36
309: EPHS Athletics

309: EPHS Athletics

Join Aaron as he discusses athletics in the time of COVID with Ms. Emily Schoenbeck (science/cheer), Mr. Tony Sylvester (Social Studies/basketball & football), and Ms. Amanda Shafer (English/dance).

Apr 12, 202119:50
308: District Instructional Coaches

308: District Instructional Coaches

Join Aaron as he speaks with our district instructional coaches: Jamie Kanas, Dominique Byrnes, Vanessa Woof, and Paul Uhler!

Dec 17, 202013:55
307: John Mills Elementary

307: John Mills Elementary

Join Aaron as he discusses life with the John Mills Elementary School team: Mr. Frank Kuzniewski and Ms. Lexi Oreluk! 

Nov 23, 202023:28
306: Elmwood Admin

306: Elmwood Admin

Join Aaron as he talks with Principal Matt Lerner and AP Stephanie Hagins about school, life, and tandem bikes.

Oct 28, 202025:22
305: Elm Middle School

305: Elm Middle School

Join our host as we discuss Elm Middle with principal Ashley Groeneveld and AP Morgan Freeck!

Oct 21, 202018:40
304: EPHS Admin

304: EPHS Admin

Join us as we discuss the latest high school news with Elmwood Park High School's Principal Doug Wildes, Assistant Principal Bernhard Walke, and Athletic Director Doug Noyes!

Sep 29, 202040:07
303: EL in 401

303: EL in 401

Join us for a discussion with Dr. Kim Ontiveros and Ms. Dominique Byrnes to discuss English Learners in the time of COVID!

Sep 11, 202018:38
302: Student Services & Remote Learning

302: Student Services & Remote Learning

Join us as we interview Dr. Kari Smith about student services and Remote Learning!

Aug 27, 202015:38
301: Remote Learning 2.0 and New Superintendent

301: Remote Learning 2.0 and New Superintendent

Join us for a conversation in EPCUSD401's Remote Learning 2.0 plans and get a chance to meet the new Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Leah Gauthier.

Aug 10, 202026:52
Episode 20: Operation Genius Update

Episode 20: Operation Genius Update

Back in August, we introduced our districtwide event called “Operation Genius” - an opportunity for our 6th - 12th grade students to become creators and innovators, solving mysteries and problems that interest them while making the world a better place.  We are now one month away from the main event and we have over 40 innovators who have made it to the final round.  Listen to 4 middle school and 3 high school students talk about their projects and their passions.

Jan 27, 202017:18
Episode 19: Standards-Based Reporting

Episode 19: Standards-Based Reporting

This episode is all about Standards-Based Reporting and the process behind the shift away from traditional grades to Standards-Based Reporting in order to provide improved feedback, more relevant instruction, and student ownership of education.  Listen to teachers and students from John Mills Elementary School as they talk about the process and how it has affected teaching and learning.

Nov 19, 201913:20
Episode 18: Potential Referendum Update

Episode 18: Potential Referendum Update

This episode features Dr. Nicolas Wade, Superintendent, as he gives a detailed explanation of where our great district is at in terms of a potential referendum.  He discusses what we have been able to do in the last 4 years, and where we need to go in order to ensure that we continue to move forward in preparing our students for 21 century society and beyond.

Nov 07, 201916:15
Episode 17: EPHS Students and the Technical Center of Dupage

Episode 17: EPHS Students and the Technical Center of Dupage

Samantha Hickey, Mia Morales, and Ayah Obeidallah, three of our EPHS students, talk about the classes they are taking at the Technical Center of Dupage (TCD) and how it is preparing them for the future.  

Oct 23, 201913:29
Episode 16: Operation Genius

Episode 16: Operation Genius

Learn all about Operation Genius, a challenge that culminates in a district wide event on March 12, 2020 focused on student choice, passion, creativity, and innovation.   Ms. Kristen Carroll and Ms. Jessica Iovinelli walk you through the inspiration for the project, the opportunities it will provide for our students, and how it will bring the community together.

Aug 30, 201911:12
Episode 15: Welcome Back 2019-2020

Episode 15: Welcome Back 2019-2020

Dr. Wade kicks off the 2019-2020 school year with an update on all of the work being done in the district by reflecting on the 2018-2019 school year and then discussing all of the upcoming plans for moving forward.

Aug 19, 201924:58
Episode 14: College and Career Pathways

Episode 14: College and Career Pathways

The epic secondary administrative team talks about preparing our students for 21st century society in this entertaining yet informative podcast about College and Career Pathways and what this means for our district and our students.

Jun 06, 201914:57
Episode 13: The Transition Program

Episode 13: The Transition Program

Dr. Kari Smith and Ms. Hilary Coia talk about the transition program for young adults with special needs who are 18 to 21 that will begin at Elmwood Park High School in the 2019-2020 school year.

May 03, 201908:29
Episode 12: Full Day Kindergarten

Episode 12: Full Day Kindergarten

Learn about all the benefits full day kindergarten has to offer our students and our plans for the 2020-2021 school year.

Apr 08, 201911:01
Episode 11: Learning About the LGBTQ+ Community

Episode 11: Learning About the LGBTQ+ Community

Listen to four amazing students educate the staff, students, and community about what LGTBQ+ means and how we support all students as they learn and grow in Elmwood Park.

Mar 08, 201914:48
Episode 10: Co-Teaching

Episode 10: Co-Teaching

Johanna Arias, EL teacher from John Mills, and Lisa Loffredo, EL teacher from Elmwood, talk about the ins and outs of co-teaching and how it benefits our students.

Feb 01, 201913:50
Episode 9: National Board Certification

Episode 9: National Board Certification

Teachers are lifelong learners.  So how do teachers continue to hone their craft?  Listen to Ms. Cami Breitzman and Ms. Penny Dahmer,  2 of the 11 National Board Certified teachers in our district, talk about the process and what motivates them to continue to learn.

Jan 14, 201919:16
Episode 8: Elementary Programming and Facilities

Episode 8: Elementary Programming and Facilities

In this episode, Dr. Wade discusses the state of programming at the elementary buildings including current challenges and plans for the future.  He also discusses the state of the elementary facilities and potential plans for moving forward.

Dec 21, 201817:21
Episode 7: EPHS Teachers and 1:1

Episode 7: EPHS Teachers and 1:1

Listen to Debbie Anichini, Angela Andrews, and Dave Parolin, 3 extraordinary EPHS teachers, talk about their experiences with 1:1 and how it is impacting teaching and learning.
Dec 14, 201810:14
Episode 6: Elm Middle School Drama Club

Episode 6: Elm Middle School Drama Club

Elm Middle School has a newly formed drama club. Emily Furgal, Alanis Rivera, and Dounia Timejardine-Zomeno talk about their experiences thus far as they prepare for their performances in "A Christmas Carol."
Dec 07, 201807:34
Episode 5: EPHS Students and 1:1

Episode 5: EPHS Students and 1:1

Listen to Alexa Duarte, Sarah Meyers, and Charles Sanchez talk about their experiences with the transition to 1:1 at Elmwood Park High School.
Nov 16, 201813:42
Episode 4: Instructional Specialists

Episode 4: Instructional Specialists

In this episode you will learn about the newly created Instructional Specialist positions and what they bring to our district.
Nov 05, 201804:40
Episode 3: Social Emotional Learning

Episode 3: Social Emotional Learning

In this episode, get an up close and personal look at the advances in Social Emotion Learning and the choices we are making to help support our students in every way possible.
Oct 23, 201807:10
Episode 2: Elm Renovations

Episode 2: Elm Renovations

This episode will talk all about the upcoming renovations at Elm Middle School and features Ms. Rebecca Siegel, Principal at Elm, and Ms. Ashley Groeneveld, Assistant Principal.
Oct 12, 201806:45
Episode 1 - Invitation to Opportunity

Episode 1 - Invitation to Opportunity

Here it is - the very first episode of Parkside Chat. Dr. Wade describes "An Invitation to Opportunity" and what it means to our district and our students.
Oct 01, 201806:41