Kick Bucs Student Voices

Jerry Craft, the New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of the graphic novels New Kid and Class Act, made a stop this fall at Charlotte Country Day School. As he shared how he creates his stories, he also revealed that his personal story includes a school a lot like Country Day.  Listen in as he shares his life's work and the challenges he's faced along the way, including having his book banned in several states. Your host, High School Senior Tiana Miller, discovers she has a lot in common with this award winning writer.

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We are fighting for the well-being of our students with Mental Health Matters! Join Sophomore Vidya Michelsen and the new Upper School counselor at Charlotte Country Day Mallika Rajan as they discuss the importance of mental health awareness. Discover the path that led Rajan to become a school counselor and some helpful strategies when dealing with your mental health. You'll also hear from students about their stress levels at school.

Photo courtesy:  www.livinglifewellnesscenter.org/mallika

For general information on mental health and to locate treatment services in your area, call SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).

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He's a TikTok sensation who recently visited Charlotte Country Day School! Lil Man J sits down with Senior Maura Cameron to talk about his creative process and rap music.  Get the low-down on his life and what's next for him in the industry. Find out what music students are listening to, how much time they spend on TikTok each day and what the school library was like when Lil Man J arrived. 

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Drums are said to be one of the oldest forms of musical instruments.  Some say drums have been around since around 6000 BC. In Bangin’ Around with Bucs, you’ll hear from Senior Alston Murphy about his journey as a drummer. Country Day parent and local band member Wellford Tabor discusses his latest gigs and how his hobby grew into his passion. Alston and Tabor blend their musical memories and explore what’s on the set list for both of them going forward! 

Thank you for tuning in! If you want to know more about the Silver Haze band, find us on social media!

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Venture into the wide world of entrepreneurship with Bucs in Business!  Junior Bryce Vanfield dives into the dynamic world of startups and innovation. Hear the stories, strategies, and insights from successful entrepreneur and industry expert Joe Alala. This Country Day parent carved his own path to success from a young age and is still going strong.  

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The arts at Charlotte Country Day School hold a special place in the hearts of our students. Senior Shivani Sundaram finds out why music is important to her classmates and how it helps them in ways they never would have guessed.  In Music Heals the Soul, she sits down with Choir Director Dr. Robin Garner to discuss her music career. You’ll also hear from choir students who are making an impact in the program at Country Day. 

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These runners are always on their mark, set and ready to go the millisecond the blank fires. Junior Alice Stewart talks to Country Day Cross Country and Track superstars Abby Kerrins and Lily Giardi. They share the exciting details of their National Track and Field meet and what’s coming up this Cross Country season. You’ll also hear about the community of female athletes at Country Day and from Athletic Trainer Stephanie Miller. 

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The Charlotte Country Day School year is underway! What are students excited about? What's it like to be applying for colleges? Is there a big difference between Sophomore and Junior year?  Do our Seniors feel nostalgic? What are students doing outside of their studies? Find out in this episode of Kick Bucs from the Podcast/Journalism class at Country Day.

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Did you know we have a former student who's now a teacher at Charlotte Country Day  and she was one of the first female golfers on the golf team at our school?
Hear more from Stephanie Neill Harner '91 as Baker, our student podcaster, talks to her about her golf career at Wake Forest and the pros!

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