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Elyria Wrestling is recognized as a dominant force in the Southwestern Conference and beyond, and its reputation has only grown stronger with the introduction of a Girls Varsity team. Leading this drive is Coach Paul Felton, who is well-established with the Elyria Wrestling program. An Elyria High graduate, Felton wrestled under the legendary Erik Burnett, a former head coach known for his remarkable achievements. After joining Burnett as a coach, Felton has contributed to the program for many seasons. He's witnessed the rise of Girls Wrestling, noting it's one of the fastest-growing sports in the country. Felton is proud to lead Elyria's inaugural Girls Wrestling team, which, in just its second year, has already emerged as a formidable contender on the mat. Listen to Coach Felton's exciting journey with Elyria Girls Wrestling on this episode of Petey Podcast!

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Hand a ball of yarn to someone who crochets or knits, and watch the magic unfold. A wonderful group of creative women from the Elyria Schools Administration Center has been using their lunch breaks to craft lovely blankets for children at the Blessing House respite center in Lorain, Ohio. This oh-so-talented team has turned simple fleece blankets into remarkable, cozy gifts that are sure to bring joy and comfort to all the children who receive them. Listen in to discover how their project began and what exciting plans this extraordinary group has in store!

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Elyria Schools Foodservice Director, Lauryn Smith, and new Executive Chef, Alex Hrvatin, both of Aramark, join us on Petey Podcast to talk school food and nutrition. Aramark recently announced that all students in Elyria City School District are now eligible for free school meals through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program of the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce. Since making the announcement, participation in the school meal program has seen a big bump, and Lauryn and Alex couldn't be happier. Take a listen to how this program is working, and catch up on other culinary news from the central kitchen of Elyria Schools!

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E-cigarettes and vapes are a problem in schools. They are a highly addictive "alternative" to traditional cigarettes. Many times students don't have the facts they need to make informed decisions about using vapes, nor do they understand the long-term health implications.  Elyria High School Social Workers, Armando Torres and James West, are working hard to educate students on the dangers of vaping and substance abuse--and with education, they are offering alternatives to suspension and discipline for vaping in schools. Take a listen to these two fantastic Pioneers! 

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We took our show on the road in September to the 44th Elyria Apple Festival held in Downtown Elyria, Sept. 20-22. There, we caught up with Elyria High School Pioneer Marching Band Director, Aaron Putka, Superintendent Ann Schloss, Associate Principal Courtney Griffiths and Apple Festival Coordinator Stacey Francis. What a great time at Elyria's hometown festival. Take a listen!

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How we love the sweet, sweet season of fall and all the school fun that comes with it! Here in Elyria, the fall season kicks off each year with the Elyria Apple Festival in September. Like any small-town festival, Elyria's Apple Festival is chock-full of hometown favorites, from food booths and crafts to concerts and specialty programs, including the Apple Festival Princess Pageant, Apple Costume Contest, Apple Art Contest, Apple Bake-off, and the Apple Pie Eating Contest! Elyria City School District is a staple at the Elyria Apple Festival. Each year on Petey Podcast we catch up with our good friend, Stacey Francis, Chair of the Elyria Apple Festival Committee to get the scoop on all that's new and returning at the festival. Take a listen here!

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Please join us in welcoming to Petey Podcast, Jay Banyasz, Director of Sports Performance for Elyria Schools. Banyasz, who's no stranger to Elyria Athletics, kicked off a high-intensity performance program for Elyria's athletes this year. The program takes a full mind-body approach to training, from the classroom, to the gym, to the field, Banyasz hones in on all aspects of fitness. Take a listen!

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Petey Podcast guests Heather Beck and Mat Siwierka bring us up to speed on all things Elyria Sports. Beck is the Athletic Director of Elyria High School and Siwierka directs all middle school sports in the district. We always love when these two join us in studio with all the latest in Elyria Athletics.  Take a listen!

Watch highlights from Elyria Pioneer Community Day at Ely Stadium on PioneerTV YouTube!

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The Elyria Pioneers have a new head football coach: Matt Wilson, and he's eager to bring a fresh perspective to the team. Wilson has vast experience with the game and in coaching, and he's already putting innovative ideas and strategies to work. It's a new era for the Pioneers--Take a listen to Coach Wilson on Petey Podcast!  

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From the moment French International Exchange Student, Mathias Jezequel, stepped off the plane and met his host family in Elyria, Ohio, he was swept up in a most wonderful whirlwind of activity--from entering high school, to performing with theater companies, to visiting some of America's most iconic destinations. American host and Elyria Schools Gifted Teacher, Charlene Hartley, and her family, ensured that Mathias had a lifetime of experiences in one year. In this podcast, recorded just before Mathias' return  to France, he talked about these treasured moments and memories in Elyria and in the United States, and most importantly, about the lifelong bond that was formed with his American hosts.  

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