On this episode of the Every Student Every Day podcast, Superintendent Dr. James Franchini talks holiday and community giving with 17-year Kiwanis member Pat Lane and music department teacher leader Lauren Jurczynski.

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On this episode of the Every Student Every Day podcast, Superintendent Dr. James Franchini sits down with Troy PD Detective, Capital District Drug Enforcement Task Force member, and APHS alumnus Justin Ashe.

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In this episode of the Every Student Every Day podcast, Superintendent Dr. James Franchini sits down with the top three earners of the PES Fun Run Fundraiser, who also served as Principals for the Day, along with Mr. Gela.

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In this episode of Every Student Every Day, Superintendent Dr. James Franchini sits down with APHS National Honor Society officers Kaylee Mieczkowski and Hazel Miller, new inductees Abby Houser and Jordan Bernstein, and first-year NHS adviser Gabe Smith.

The group discusses the meaning of membership in the National Honor Society, the importance of its four pillars—scholarship, service, leadership, and character—and how students balance academics and community involvement. They also share favorite service projects, personal growth experiences, and the excitement of this year’s induction ceremony.

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On this episode of the Every Student Every Day Podcast, Dr. Franchini talks with Eugene O’Neill, APHS alumnus, muralist and art educator who is collaborating with students and teachers to complete a large mural at Algonquin Middle School.

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On this episode of the Every Student Every Day Podcast, Dr. Franchini talks with Sydney Jones, a new coach and teacher at Averill Park, and Richard Abbatiello, a veteran coach with over five decades of experience.

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On this episode of the Every Student Every Day Podcast, Dr. Franchini sits down with elementary principals Joshua Gela, Keri Rosher, and Denis Sibson to discuss summer capital project improvements, the impact of New York State’s new cell phone ban, and the launch of co-teaching in their schools. They also share what excites them about the year ahead and highlight upcoming events for families.

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In this episode, Superintendent James Franchini welcomes several of Averill Park’s newest educators to the district. Recorded just after the first day of school, the episode highlights their backgrounds, passions, and goals for the year.

• Isaiah VanBuren – Elementary Music Teacher (Miller Hill & Poestenkill)
• Meghan Krug – High School Earth & Space Science Teacher
• Gabriella Marchello (“Coach Marchello”) – High School Physical Education Teacher

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On this episode of the Every Student Every Day Podcast, Dr. Franchini talks with Principals Rob Messia and Heath Quiles about the new distraction-free schools initiative. Listen in to hear how schools are preparing and what families can expect on day one. Find us wherever you listen to podcasts, including Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more. Just search for "Every Student Every Day".

On this episode of the Every Student Every Day Podcast, Superintendent Dr. James Franchini welcomes some members of the Averill Park Central School District faculty who are retiring this year, including Melissa Weatherwax, Katherine Eagan, Denis Sibson, Lorna Otty, AnnMarie Medici and Bray Engel.