Kick Bucs Student Voices

They say, “the show must go on” and the shows produced by the Charlotte Country Day Theatre Department go on to win awards!  Hear from two members of the creative team who help create the incredible performances that we all know and love on the big stage. Join host senior Mikayla Rusnack as she explores the work that makes our shows so astounding! 

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She creates delicious and heartfelt sandwiches for the students and faculty at Charlotte Country Day School.  Join Mama E and your host Senior Liza Grasty as she shares why she goes above and beyond to make sure every student feels nourished and loved. You’ll also hear how her generosity and kindness have a lasting impact on our school. Tune in to hear more about the incredible Evelyn Hill who puts a smile on everyone's face daily!  

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Who loves Country Day students so much that she knows practically ALL their names? One of the smiling faces students see in the cafeteria every day. Join host junior Sally Sozzi as she sits down with the beloved Ms. Sarah Funderburke. She grew up in Charlotte and is known for her positive attitude and smile for every student who comes through the cafeteria. Hear more about her experience working at the Upper School and her life outside of work. You’ll also discover how students feel about this Charlotte native. 

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Most people know Matt Less as the serious Head of Upper School.  Sophomore Austin Riess knows the other side of Mr. Less...the side many students see! On The Legendary Less your host will show you the funny fascinating side of Mr. Less. The man who enjoys Formula 1 racing, roots for NASCAR’s William Byron, cheers for professional soccer and Iowa Basketball. You’ll also hear about his athletic career along with behind-the-scenes stories from faculty.  

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Want to know what former Charlotte NBA player does after his days on the hardwood have ended? Join your host senior Joshua Little as he talks to former NBA player and Duke alum Gerald Henderson about his career and life after the NBA. Find out about his come up into the NBA and what he does now that his professional basketball career has come to a close.

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Discover the athletic and coaching career of Country Day’s Assistant Dean of Students and how he discovered a love of football.  Find out how Coach Brendan Cole came to be an All-Conference football player in college to now being the defensive coordinator here at Charlotte Country Day.   

Plus, a special tribute at the end of this podcast from your host Senior David Bach: Coach Cole and current student athletes pay tribute to our beloved Coach Tavares Washington who unexpectedly passed away January 2nd of 2024.   

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Charlotte Country Day School is driven to continue its dedication to the institution's  Affirmation of Community. In this episode of Diverse Paths of Country Day, we dive into the life and career of our Associate Director of Diversity Planning, Tianna Butler. Your host, senior Morgan Green, explores the responsibilities of a diversity practitioner, the impact  of the Office of Diversity Planning on the Country Day community, and Ms. Butler’s personal experiences with belonging. We also talk about her impact on our Upper School students through the “TAB” room or the Take a Break space.

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Black History is celebrated all year at Charlotte Country Day with a class taught by renowned history teacher Dr. Yven Destin. Discover what this class is like from a student perspective. Your host Sophomore Chibuike Ihekaire also explores how students feel about Black History Month. In this podcast, Chibuike and Dr. Destin investigate what it means to be Black in a PWI (predominantly white institution).

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A coaching legend whose son now leads the Charlotte Country Day Football program.  Hear the stories behind the 25-year career of Coach Bob Witman as he sits down with your host Junior Nolan Bates. Discover the impact Coach Witman has on the Country Day Community and discover the highlights of his coaching career and the wisdom he has to offer. 

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This hero takes time to tell his personal story about integrating the Wake County Schools as a high school boy.  Head of Security at Charlotte Country Day, B.E. James shares with student Nia Woodard as he recalls his school experiences.  He offers some words of wisdom for all students to inspires them to: be respectful to others, love each other’s differences and to be true to yourself.

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