The Griffin Rundown

This week on The Griffin Rundown, we continue our Building Sturdy Kids series with an insightful conversation between Mr. Nees and Upper School teacher Mrs. Elizabeth Fleagle. Together, they explore practical ways to support our students both in the classroom and at home, sharing strategies, stories, and encouragement for families and educators alike. The episode also features the always-popular Joke of the Week, guaranteed to bring a smile, and a roundup of all the exciting happenings around our campuses—from events to student highlights, you won’t want to miss it. Tune in for a blend of wisdom, laughter, and community spirit as we continue building up our Sturdy Kids!

We continue our series on Building Sturdy Kids with a special conversation between Mr. Nees and Mrs. Pam Larison, Head of Lower School in Pepper Pike. Together, they explore how parents and educators can deepen their understanding of what children are truly capable of—and how to support their growth with wisdom and care.

Also in this episode, Mr. Bond and Mr. Hatteberg reflect on the joy and success of the first-ever Heritage Dance, a memorable evening for our Upper School students.

As always, you’ll hear important announcements and enjoy the Joke of the Week from Posey.

Welcome to the first episode in a special three-part series on helping understand your student developmentally and how you can help them grow in responsibility at home and at school. In this episode of The Griffin Rundown, Mr. Nees sits down with Carrie Serafimov, Assistant Head of Lower School at Peninsula, for a practical discussion on how we can support our children as they grow in character and resilience. The focus age group this episode is Jr Kindergarten through 1st grade.

Together, they explore how to help kids do hard things, honor and respect authority, and how to come alongside them without swooping in. They also highlight the importance of daily family prayer and meaningful conversations at home.

This episode is full of encouragement and insight for anyone invested in raising strong, thoughtful, and faith-filled children.

This week on the Griffin Rundown, Mr. Nees sits down with Mike Swiger from True Freedom Ministries to explore the powerful work his organization is doing inside prisons across Ohio. From offering hope to the incarcerated to transforming lives through faith, Mike shares the mission and reach of the ministry in a heartfelt and inspiring conversation.

In this week’s episode, Mr. Nees sits down with Mr. Monas, our Athletic Director, for a conversation about how student-athletes at HCA grow in their relationship with Christ—both on and off the field. They’ll explore how lessons from victories and defeats shape character, faith, and leadership.

Mr. Monas also shares exciting updates about new sports programs and upcoming student clubs you won’t want to miss. Plus, Elsa brings the Joke of the Day, and we’ll catch you up on all the latest happenings around campus.

In this episode of The Griffin Rundown, Mr. Nees welcomes two new members of the leadership team: Mr. Grame, Academic Dean of the Upper School, and Mrs. Villers, Curriculum Director of the Lower School. They share their perspectives on stepping into these roles, their goals for the year, and how they hope to support students and teachers alike.

Mr. Nees also highlights exciting happenings around campus, from student activities to upcoming events. And to top it all off, Lydia brings us the much-anticipated “Joke of the Week”.

Tune in for a thoughtful conversation, campus updates, and a little laughter!

This week on The Griffin Rundown, host Mr. David Nees sits down with Pastor Paul Tautges for a thoughtful and timely conversation on anxiety and how we can anchor our souls amidst life’s storms. Drawing from biblical wisdom and pastoral experience, Pastor Tautges offers practical encouragement for those seeking peace and stability.

In addition to this meaningful interview, Nathan shares the Joke of the Week to bring a little laughter to your day, and Mr. Nees delivers the latest announcements and campus happenings to keep you informed and connected. Tune in today for insight, encouragement, and a few smiles along the way.

Welcome to Season Three of The Griffin Rundown.

In this premiere episode, Mr. David Nees extends a warm and heartfelt welcome to all Griffin families—whether you are joining us for the first time or have been part of our community from the very beginning. The Griffin Rundown remains your trusted source for all things Heritage. This season, we’ll dive into meaningful conversations about parenting, feature guests from local ministries, and give you an inside look at the vibrant life of our school community.Tune in and join us as we celebrate the start of another amazing year. Welcome back, Griffins!

It's the final episode of the year, and Mr. Nees is wrapping things up in style! Join us as he sits down with Elizabeth Joyce, Director of Advancement at HCA, to discuss the exciting results of Giving Day. We'll also catch up on the latest happenings around campus and enjoy this year's last Joke of the Week from Ellis.

We want to hear from you! Share what you loved about this year's episodes and what you'd like to hear next year. Email Mr. Nees' assistant, Heidi Butts, at [email protected] with your feedback.

Thank you for tuning in, and we hope you have a fantastic summer! Don't forget to join us next year for more great content on The Griffin Rundown.

In this week's episode, Mr. Nees continues his informative two-part series on the importance of the arts program at Heritage. Join us as he interviews Mr. Wiles and Mrs. Gushalak to delve into their unique perspectives and contributions to the arts program. Plus, don't miss the latest news around campus and enjoy the joke of the week from Eliza. This episode promises to be both enriching and entertaining!