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Classroom Coliseum
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The "Classroom Coliseum" pod celebrates positive aspects of the Goshen Central School District. Hosted by Jon Redeker, the show features interviews with teachers, administrators, coaches, students, and more, highlighting the successes of school programs. The episodes delve into the passion and dedication of the team, exploring why they are invested in their roles and what they love about Goshen Schools. Broadcast to Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeartRadio, the podcast offers a convenient platform for a broad audience to discover the inspiring stories within the Goshen Gladiators community.
Episodes
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Episode 54: Amy Friedrich, CJH Academic Intervention Teacher
Amy Friedrich works and raises her family here in Goshen. As a teacher, community member, and parent in the Goshen schools, her connections run deep. Her passion to work with students needing academic supports is only matched by her wonderful colleagues, whom she enjoys working with.
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Episode 53: Alec Stein, GHS Social Studies Teacher
Alec Stein is teaching in his second year in GHS, but it feels like he has been here longer - he did his student teaching in the Social Studies Department as well. Mr. Stein brings with him a youthful enthusiasm and love for social studies that resonates with our GHS students. He also has great...
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Episode 52: Cynthia Giordano, CJH Academic Intervention Teacher
Ms. Giordano is a Goshen alumni who has come back to work with us this year! She came back to work in Academic Intervention Specialists, but comes with a tremendous amount of experience and expertise. Welcome Ms. Giordano!
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Episode 51: Dr. Matthew Wentworth, Principal Goshen Intermediate School
Dr. Matthew Wentworth is the building leader at Goshen Intermediate School where he works to support teachers in order to empower them to reach more students. Dr. Wentworth's vision for using data to inform decisions as well as streamlining systems to help create more time and space to work with...
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Episode 50: Season 3 Opening
For two seasons, we’ve walked the halls of the Goshen Central School District to find the stories that don't always make the morning announcements. We’ve heard from teachers who’ve spent four decades in the classroom and students who are just beginning to find their voices. As we step into a new...
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Episode 49: c/o 2025 Retiree Claire Polanis, GHS World Language Teacher
Claire Polanis is retiring from Goshen High School this summer and leaving quite a legacy for us. Her vast experience living abroad brought a lot of cultural awareness and new ideas to Goshen. She reflects on an amazing career with guest hosts Carmina Villegas and Jeri Krish. Enjoy.
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Episode 48: c/o 2025 Retiree Beth Laskoski, GHS English Teacher
Beth Laskoski is one of the most kind human beings to ever grace the halls of GHS. Her time in the classroom and volunteering with Odyssey of the Mind and Interact Club has made her a key player in our students' lives for many years. She is saying goodbye to GHS this month, but the work she has...
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Episode 47: Dr. Heather Hendershot, Director of Pupil Personnel Services
Heather Hendershot is a long-time Orange County resident who serves as the director of Pupil Personnel Services for Goshen Central School District. She recently received her doctorate and is proud of the work that is being done to support the students in all areas of the Pupil Personnel…
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Episode 46: Julianne Johnson, GHS Spanish Teacher
Mrs. Johnson wanted to be a teacher for as long as she can remember. Her initial teacher of her dolls at home as a kid was a catalyst to consider education as a career. The influence of her GHS world language teachers, and...
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Episode 45: Gus "Join Track" Lawson, GHS PE Teacher and Coach
Gus Lawson is one of those people who’s reputation and visibility are larger than life. Coach Lawson works as a PE Teacher at GHS, rocks the mic for PA announcing, and coaches Football, Basketball, and Track and Field. His uncanny ability to connect with kids and staff through his anecdotes,...
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Episode 44: Alina Heinz, Elementary School Teacher at Goshen Intermediate School
Alina Heinz is part of the New Hire class of 2024 in Goshen Schools and has enjoyed the first half of her year teaching at Goshen Intermediate School. She came to Goshen with experience teaching elsewhere and brings a lot of tricks of the trade with her to her students at GIS. Her passion for...
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Episode 43: Michael Isseks - GHS Social Studies Teacher & c/o 2025 Retiree
Michael Isseks dedicated over 30 years to students in Goshen High School in the Social Studies Department and beyond. As the 2nd Semester of 2024-2025 begins, Mr. Isseks will begin his next phase of life in retirement. Throughout his career, he has always been a humble servant leader even when he...
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Episode 42: Jim Quinlan, GHS English Teacher & Drama Club Advisor
When you look around Goshen High School, you may not realize just how involved Jim Quinlan is in some of the projects and initiatives! Mr. Quinlan is a Goshen High School English teacher who is passionate about how the English curriculum allows students to be creative and think independently....
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Episode 41: Jarrad Vrydaghs, "Teacher of Location" and Wrestling Coach
Jarrad Vrydaghs is not as visible as many Goshen Teachers are in our community, because he’s stationed as a Goshen employee at John S. Burke Catholic School providing special education services to our out of district students there. While you may not see him at GHS often, you will hear his voice...
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Episode 40: GHS Art Teacher Jennifer Cascino
It is a truly special experience when a teacher enters the profession with a wealth of professional practice in the field. Jen Cascino was a graphic designer and illustrator for major professional publications for many years prior to entering the education realm. She spent two years teaching in...
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Episode 39: Jenelle Hindell - GHS Assistant Principal
Some educators’ professional lives take a direct route, but GHS Assistant Principal Jénelle Hindell’s professional work has taken unique and interesting twists. She did not set out to be an educator out of college, and spent time working in political action and college admissions for some time.…
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Episode 38: Daniel Passante, Public Information Specialist for GCSD
Daniel Passante came to Goshen with an excellent pedigree in communications from his education at the Park School of Communication at Ithaca College, as well as professional work experience in TV studios and even in sports broadcasting. His passion for effective and clear communication with high...
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Episode 37: Morgan Serkes, GHS Guidance Counselor
Morgan Serkes is a proud Goshen graduate of the class of 2017 who came home to GHS as a Guidance Counselor in 2024! Ms. Serkes lends a lot of youthful energy to the school and to supporting students. She brought experience at all levels of counseling with her when she joined the team. You will…
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Episode 36: Sarah Tierney, CJH Guidance Counselor
Sarah Tierney is a veteran educator who pursues her intrinsic desire to help kids on a daily basis. She came to Goshen from NYC Department of Education with an incredible amount of classroom experience as well as counseling all age levels. Sarah’s desire to work with children to help achieve…
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Episode 35: Shannon Bernhardt, Math and American Sign Language Teacher at Goshen High School
On paper, Shannon Bernhardt is a Math Teacher at Goshen High School, but that only skims the surface of what she brings to the school district. Her passion for working with young people and mentoring through athletic competition shines in the school and through this podcast interview. She studied...
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Episode 34: Janine Robinson, 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher at C.J. Hooker Middle School
Mrs. Janine Robinson is a core of the Social Studies department in Goshen Schools. She has spent time teaching both 7th and 8th grade US History at C.J. Hooker Middle School. Teaching Social Studies is more than teaching history - it’s about critical thinking, analysis, and developing good...
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Episode 33: Cybersecurity discussion with Gus Rodriguez and Nick Pantaleone
GHS Principal Nick Pantaleone joined Goshen Tech Director Jon Redeker to interview Gus Rodriguez, a cybersecurity expert. Gus spent 24 years in the NYPD and developed an expertise in cybersecurity, which he turnkeyed into a great new business called the “Digital First Responders.” Gus shares his...
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Episode 32: John Stephens, GHS Phys Ed Teacher and Football Coach
John Stephens is a proud Goshen graduate who came back to Goshen Schools to continue his teaching career. His pursuits on the athletic fields in high school and college were filled with many accolades, but the lessons that he learned have been invaluable to his work with students. He has brought...
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Episode 31: Dr. Greg Voloshin, GHS Assistant Principal
Dr. Greg Voloshin has been a fixture around the Goshen School District since 2013 and his time in Goshen and impact to students is as diverse as can be. He has been Athletic Director, Elementary School Principal, Director of Personnel, and currently holds the role of High School Assistant...
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Episode 30: Elena Jordon, 7th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Elena Jordon has been teaching English Language Arts for 23 years in Goshen School District, where she also graduated from! Ms. Jordon is a true Goshen Gladiator who has always been involved in a variety of initiatives and programs both academically and athletically. Believe it or not, teaching…
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Episode 29: GHS English as a New Language Department
The ENL Department is one of the smallest, but potentially most impactful faculty departments in Goshen High School. Students who are learning English as a New Language (ENL), or English Language Learners (referred to sometimes as ELL's), face challenges beyond native English speakers. The ENL...
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Episode 28: Grant Boyd, GHS English Teacher
Grant Boyd is in his 4th year as an English teacher at Goshen High School. His diverse interests range from reading and advising the Dungeons and Dragons club! His thoughtful approach to teaching and working with kids is meaningful and relevant to all who get to experience it. Check out his...
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Season 2 Trailer
Welcome to Season 2 of the Classroom Coliseum
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Episode 27: Steve Donachie, GHS Social Studies Teacher, c/o 2024 retiree
Steve Donachie landed at Goshen High School 35 years ago as a Social Studies Teacher. Throughout his tenure, he has seen tremendous changes and helped many new colleagues as a mentor and friend. With Mr. Donachie, you're never sure whether he's serious or kidding, and he'll tell you he's…
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Episode 26: Chris Haller, School Guidance Counselor and c/o 2024 retiree
Chris Haller has been working with Goshen students to help them as a counselor and coach for 23 years. With over 30 years of school counseling experience, Mr. Haller has brought countless students through difficult times in school, family, and personal issues both at CJ Hooker Middle School and...
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Episode 25: Cathy Kloorfain, GIS 3rd grade teacher, c/o 2024 Retiree
Cathy Kloorfain has given 35 years of her life to teaching students! Her time has been also dedicated to helping run an amazing Odyssey of the Mind program which elevated experiences for all of our students. Cathy is still full of joy and enthusiasm for school and teaching every day, even as she...
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Episode 24: Jeri Krish, GHS French Teacher and c/o 2024 Retiree
Mrs. Jeri Krish has been a staple of the GHS community for 33 years in our World Language Department. Her impact on students and faculty has been so positive and uplifting. In order to reflect on her wonderful career, her former student and current colleague Carmina Villegas joined the pod to...
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Episode 23: Ryan Capocciamo, GHS English Teacher
Ryan Capocciamo joins the podcast at the end of his first year teaching at Goshen High School. The Goshen school district and specifically the English Department has meant the world to him, and he is so happy to be working shoulder to shoulder with many of the mentors and team who encouraged him...
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Episode 22: Mr. Greene and Mrs. Diaz discuss band and orchestra at GIS
Mr. Greene and Mrs. Diaz discuss the band and orchestra program for the district, which begins in Goshen Intermediate School. GIS offers 4th graders the chance to learn band or orchestra instruments, with exposure to instruments starting in 3rd grade through events like concerts and instrument...
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Episode 21: Char O'Connor, GIS School Nurse and class of 2024 Retiree reflects on a career of service
Char O’Connor has been the school nurse in Goshen Intermediate School for the past 20 years. Her work with families, students, and teachers has helped us all grow in tremendous ways. Her care for the community and her thankfulness to Goshen for their support is infectious. Char is looking forward...
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Episode 20: Kathy Higgins, 6th Grade Teacher at CJHooker Middle School c/o 2024 Retiree
Kathy Higgins has been a 6th grade teacher in Goshen for 22 years, and is commemorating her 37th year in public education. Her desire to help students better themselves is a fantastic model for all aspiring and current educators. She has seen a lot of change throughout her career, and her focus...
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Episode 19: Rick Sternkopf, SAS Phys Ed Teacher
Rick Sternkopf is a proud Goshen resident who works and lives in Goshen. His commitment to the Gladiators spreads from working with foundational skills with our youngest students all the way through coaching our high school athletes. Rick is passionate about the Scotchtown Avenue Student growth…
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Episode 18: Aliya Schwerner, Goshen Intermediate School Library Media Specialist
Aliya Schwerner is the Library Media Specialist at Goshen Intermediate School. She has experience teaching elsewhere, but her love for reading brought her to a position in the library. You can tell that she is passionate about reading books and some of her favorites are in the young adult and...
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Episode 17: Anabel Tavkar, 4th Grade Teacher and Literacy Specialist at Goshen Intermediate School
Anabel Tavkar is in her 2nd year as a 4th grade teacher at Goshen Intermediate School, but her 16th year overall in education. Her experience as an English language learner and immigrant from the Dominican Republic has inspired her passion for language acquisition for all learners. She loves...
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Episode 16: Valerie Natt, 3rd Grade Teacher and Drama Club Director at GIS
Valerie Natt is currently a 3rd grade teacher at Goshen Intermediate School, but she has worked across the Goshen district in 3 of our schools! She is also the founder and director of the GIS Drama Club, which has inspired and given opportunities to hundreds of kids! Her passion and drive for…
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Episode 15: Legacy of Leadership: A Journey Through Education with Roy Reese
Roy Reese’s experience in public education began in the 1960’s as a teacher. He has had several roles in education including coach, athletic director, stage lighting manager, assistant principal, principal, and superintendent, just to name a few. Formerly he served as both Principal of Goshen…
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Episode 14: Nancy Weber, CJ Hooker Middle School Assistant Principal
Nancy Weber is currently the Assistant Principal at CJ Hooker Middle School in Goshen Central School District, but she has redefined her role throughout her tenure in the district. Nancy has taught 6th and 7th grades as well as AIS. She began her administrative career as an Assistant Principal...
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Episode 13: Danielle Cavagnaro, AIS Math Teacher CJ Hooker Middle School, Goshen, NY
Danielle Cavagnaro is an Academic Intervention Specialist at CJ Hooker Middle School who is working tirelessly to help math-averse students more engaged and excited about the content. Danielle’s experience has been with all different age levels up to this point, but she gets excited working with...
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Episode 12: Patty Capocciamo, 6th Grade Teacher
Patty Capocciamo, or “Capo” as many know her, has been in education for 37 years. She’s certified in mathematics all the way through the secondary level, but has found joy in teaching students ranging from grades 3-6 throughout her career in Goshen. Capo has reinvented her class approach a number...
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Episode 11: George St. Lawrence, Goshen Athletic Director
George St. Lawrence has been working to inspire young people through sports for 43 years. His love for Goshen shines through in his work and his decision to raise a family in this town. His desire to bring Greatness to Goshen is connected to the nexus of being “One Team.” Enjoy, and be inspired…
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Episode 10: Amy Gargiulo, SAS Library Media Specialist
Amy Gargiulo is the Library Media Specialist at Scotchtown Avenue School in Goshen, NY. Her mission is to make the library a dynamic place where kids not only find entertainment, but also solace and enrichment. She encourages kids to search for books and research topics that they are…
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Special Episode: "Annie Jr." the 10th Musical Production @ CJH! w/ Kate Loftus
Kate Loftus and Jon discuss what it means to be celebrating the 10th Musical Production @ CJHooker Middle School! This year's production of Annie Jr on March 8 & 9 has a special connection to not only this year's students, but our high school seniors as well. Check out www.gcsny.org for ticketing...
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Episode 9: Terri Baker, English Teacher / Department Chair GHS
Terri Baker is the English Department Chair Person in Goshen High School. Her experiences have been formed by many mentors and leaders in her professional life. Ms. Baker discusses the importance of work-life balance and high expectations for student success. Her desire is for students to grow…
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Episode 8: Amanda Ortiz, English Academic Intervention Specialist
You may know Amanda Ortiz as the Goshen Parks and Recreation director, or former camp counselor over at Craigville (Myron J Urbanski) Park in Goshen, but she was hired this year as an Academic Intervention Specialist for English Language Arts at C.J. Hooker Middle School in Goshen Central School...
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Episode 7: Conversation with John Kayser, 6th Grade Teacher at CJHooker Middle School
This episode highlights John Kayser, a 6th grade teacher at CJHooker Middle School. John is inspired as a teacher because he enjoys working with young people. He is always trying to learn new things and attributes much of that passion to growing up as a millennial as technology changed so…
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The "Classroom Coliseum" pod celebrates positive aspects of the Goshen Central School District. Hosted by Jon Redeker, the show features interviews with teachers, administrators, coaches, students, and more, highlighting the successes of school programs. The episodes delve into the passion and dedication of the team, exploring why they are invested in their roles and what they love about Goshen Schools. Broadcast to Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeartRadio, the podcast offers a convenient platform for a broad audience to discover the inspiring stories within the Goshen Gladiators community.
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