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UHS Spartan Podcast

UHS Spartan Podcast

By Michael Rubin

Bringing you insight and information from 300 Quaker Highway, this is the Uxbridge Spartan podcast.
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Town Hall: August 5

UHS Spartan PodcastAug 05, 2020

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March 2024: School Committee

March 2024: School Committee

School Committee audio: UHS presentation from the March 2024 School Committee meeting, as we shared some successes from UHS

Mar 29, 202445:24
Spartan Podcast: March 2024

Spartan Podcast: March 2024

March 2024 - Spartan podcast highlighting some of the efforts at UHS over the past couple of months

Mar 29, 202414:55
Spartan Podcast, February 14

Spartan Podcast, February 14

An update regarding cell phone procedures at UHS, particularly for students and to minimize distractions during learning time.

Feb 14, 202409:07
Thanksgiving Podcast, November 2023

Thanksgiving Podcast, November 2023

A message of gratitude from the UHS Principal

Nov 22, 202310:29
Spartan Podcast, October 2023

Spartan Podcast, October 2023

Reviewing some data and highlights for the Uxbridge School Committee

Oct 27, 202321:15
September 2023 Podcast

September 2023 Podcast

A quick podcast with some highlights from UHS, September 2023

Sep 29, 202317:34
Spartan Podcast, August 2023

Spartan Podcast, August 2023

In this edition, we tee up the 2023-24 school year and have a quick conversation introducing the district's new Director of Pupil Services, Ms. Jen Toth.

Aug 25, 202323:50
Spartan Podcast, June 2023

Spartan Podcast, June 2023

In this episode, we wrap up the school year, including the Principal's Commencement Address and a reflection on 2022-23 as a whole.

Jun 13, 202322:38
Spartan Podcast, December 22

Spartan Podcast, December 22

A quick check-in from UHS before the holiday break!

Dec 21, 202217:04
Spartan Podcast, November 7

Spartan Podcast, November 7

In this edition of our Podcast, Superintendent Baldassarre shares details regarding an incident of racist graffiti that was discovered at UHS, as well as the district response.

Nov 07, 202204:34
Spartan Podcast: Sheriff Lew Evangelides & Representative Soter

Spartan Podcast: Sheriff Lew Evangelides & Representative Soter

In this episode, we chat with the Sheriff of Worcester County, Lew Evangelides, and the Massachusetts State Representative for Uxbridge, Michael Soter.

Sep 29, 202233:25
Spartan Podcast, September 1

Spartan Podcast, September 1

In this episode, we share the enthusiasm of school opening, chatting with our Assistant Principal, Matt Bertrand, and Dean of Students, Dave Moura.

Sep 01, 202215:47
Spartan Podcast, August 2022

Spartan Podcast, August 2022

In this edition, we preview the start of the 2022-23 school year and chat with our new superintendent, Dr. Michael Baldassarre.

Aug 25, 202231:23
Spartan Podcast, June 2022

Spartan Podcast, June 2022

In this episode, we wrap up the 2021-22 school year and chat with our school mental health team.

Jul 05, 202235:58
Scheduling Information, Grades 8-11
Mar 11, 202201:01:01
Spartan Podcast, February 3

Spartan Podcast, February 3

An interview with Tech Director Patrick Mistler, Integration Specialist Jess Brittingham, Media Teacher Joe Barros, and Dean of Students David Moura, and the impact of attendance at the Future of Education Technology Conference and the role of tech in our schools

Feb 03, 202228:59
Podcast Special Edition: COVID-19 Protocol Update

Podcast Special Edition: COVID-19 Protocol Update

Updates from the Uxbridge Public Schools regarding COVID-19 protocols, including take-home test availability for parents

Jan 21, 202209:11
Spartan Podcast, January 11

Spartan Podcast, January 11

We share some steps we are taking regarding the school's approach and response to the omicron variant of COVID-19.

Jan 11, 202211:22
Spartan Podcast, December 21

Spartan Podcast, December 21

In this episode, we discuss the recent TikTok issues, school safety, and other challenges, and we also have an interview with Dr. Karen Dwyer, our interim Assistant Superintendent.

Dec 21, 202119:53
Spartan Podcast, November 23

Spartan Podcast, November 23

In this edition of the Spartan Podcast, we chat with Head Coach Walter Berkowicz of the Cross Country team and UHS star runner Aidan Ross, who set a new course record en route to winning a state championship, while helping the Spartans to their best finish in school history.

Nov 23, 202112:35
Spartan Podcast, November 21

Spartan Podcast, November 21

This episode highlights some work at UHS through the first quarter, as well as the efforts of our school counseling department over the first couple months of the school year, including their goals.

Nov 21, 202122:57
Spartan Podcast, October 21

Spartan Podcast, October 21

Podcast for October 21, with some details about ongoing COVID-19 responses, TikTok challenges, and, as a bright spot, the successes of our Fall Athletic season!

Oct 21, 202121:23
Spartan Podcast, September 24

Spartan Podcast, September 24

An update from UHS for September 24, with information around Spirit Week, parking, and student activities, and an interview with our new assistant principal, Mr. Bertrand, and Dean of Students, Mr. Moura.

Sep 24, 202123:24
Spartan Podcast, September 17

Spartan Podcast, September 17

Updates from Meet the Teacher Night, Homecoming Week schedule, and some other happenings around UHS.

Sep 18, 202114:38
Spartan Podcast, September 3

Spartan Podcast, September 3

First Day of School edition! Some info about what happens on the first day as students make their way back to school this Tuesday!

Sep 04, 202113:12
Class of 2026: Parent Town Hall

Class of 2026: Parent Town Hall

Audio from the Class of 2026 parent town hall held on August 23 for grade 8 incoming families.

Aug 23, 202136:38
Spartan Podcast, June 4

Spartan Podcast, June 4

Information about senior activities, schedules, and partnerships!

Jun 04, 202113:31
Spartan Podcast, April 1

Spartan Podcast, April 1

Our April 1 podcast, highlighting some information about reopening, athletics, and emotional supports for students.


Apr 01, 202111:10
Spartan Podcast, Return-to-School!

Spartan Podcast, Return-to-School!

This is the audio of our town hall meeting, held on March 23 (and connected to these slides). We explain our procedures and expectations regarding the planned return for the week of April 5.

Mar 23, 202147:36
Spartan Podcast, March 22

Spartan Podcast, March 22

This is the audio of the Town Hall held for the Class of 2026 on March 22.

Mar 23, 202101:13:03
Spartan Podcast, March 11: Course Selection

Spartan Podcast, March 11: Course Selection

This marks the audio from our Course Selection Night for students currently in grades 8-11 (Classes of 2022-2025), held on the evening of March 11. Video and slides are also available on the school website.

Mar 12, 202101:08:30
Spartan Podcast, February 26

Spartan Podcast, February 26

Spartan Podcast for February 26 with updates on MCAS, Fall-2 sports, course selection, and grade 7 open house.

Feb 26, 202120:07
Spartan Podcast: February 22, Parent Town Hall
Feb 23, 202150:55
Spartan Podcast: State of the School, redux and correction

Spartan Podcast: State of the School, redux and correction

This is a quick update to the state of the school, since I mistakenly have neglected a couple of very key individuals.
Feb 12, 202105:18
Spartan Podcast: February 11, State of the School

Spartan Podcast: February 11, State of the School

In keeping with an annual "address," this Podcast is the 2020-21 "State of the School," from Principal Mike Rubin.

Feb 12, 202117:22
Spartan Podcast: Junior Guidance Seminar

Spartan Podcast: Junior Guidance Seminar

This podcast provides the audio of the Junior Parent seminar, shared with parents on February 10 by our school counseling department. This focuses on the post-secondary planning process for the Class of 2022.

Feb 11, 202148:24
Spartan Podcast: January 28

Spartan Podcast: January 28

This podcast episode outlines some of our initial planning and considerations for the Class of 2021, as we look into some of the culminating events of the year, including graduation, prom, and awards night.

Jan 28, 202111:47
Spartan Podcast: January 21

Spartan Podcast: January 21

Uxbridge High School Spartan Podcast for January 21, 2021, with an update on winter sports and the close of first semester.

Jan 21, 202121:11
Spartan Podcast: December 30

Spartan Podcast: December 30

An update regarding winter sports, to begin on January 4, 2021.

Dec 30, 202011:03
Spartan Podcast: December 23

Spartan Podcast: December 23

The Uxbridge High School Spartan Podcast features an update on the end of the calendar year, an interview with our school counselors, and details about winter sports protocols that have been drafted, in order to safely have a basketball season.

Dec 18, 202036:36
Spartan Podcast: November 20

Spartan Podcast: November 20

This week's Spartan Podcast features an update at the onset of the Thanksgiving holiday and an interview with our partners from the Parabola Project.

Nov 20, 202025:58
Spartan Podcast: November 13

Spartan Podcast: November 13

The UHS Spartan Podcast, reviewing some info about winter sports, parent survey feedback, and plans around the challenges that we have identified.

Nov 13, 202012:32
Spartan Podcast: October 30

Spartan Podcast: October 30

In this episode, we highlight some ongoing concerns regarding COVID-19, civics project updates, school pictures, and the awarding of the 2020 MSAA Principal of the Year Award to Mr. Rubin.

Oct 31, 202046:10
Spartan Podcast: October 9

Spartan Podcast: October 9

UHS Spartan Podcast, with an update on MCAS, Masks, travel information, attendance.

Oct 09, 202010:36
Weekly Update, October 2

Weekly Update, October 2

Weekly Spartan Podcast for October 2

Oct 02, 202011:41
Reopening UHS: Academics and Learning Procedures

Reopening UHS: Academics and Learning Procedures

Audio pulled from our video update, which describes the daily schedule and remote learning responsibilities for the upcoming school year.

Sep 12, 202016:08
Spartan Podcast: Reopening Special - Safety Procedures

Spartan Podcast: Reopening Special - Safety Procedures

Audio pulled from the video shared with students and families regarding safety guidelines and procedures, as we prepare to open school on 9/17.

Sep 12, 202020:06
Weekly Update for August 28

Weekly Update for August 28

The UHS Spartan Podcast for August 28, with updates on the start of school year, athletics, safety, and grade 8 orientation.

Aug 28, 202013:31
UHS Parent Town Hall

UHS Parent Town Hall

This is the Parent Town Hall held on August 19, during which plans for reopening were discussed.

Aug 20, 202047:14
Whitin Town Hall - August 19

Whitin Town Hall - August 19

The Whitin Intermediate School Parent Town Hall, reviewing some updates for the start of the school year and planned reopening, was held on August 19.

Aug 20, 202047:33