WE ARE PIUS: Students, teachers, parents and admin on Green & Gold Day

00:00 – Welcome to We Are Pius podcast

00:34 – Voices of Green and Gold: Jeremy Ekeler explains the format—interviews with students, parents, and staff throughout the day.

01:34 – Sophomore Reflections: Audrina and Cori share excitement about meeting new people and offer advice to incoming freshmen.

03:09 – Parent Perspective: Ryan, a parent volunteer, emphasizes community involvement and offers guidance to new families.

04:58 – Faith and Involvement: Sophomore Charlotte discusses her excitement for campus ministry and encourages students to stay close to their faith.

07:30 – Sibling Advice: Junior Kendall and freshman Chase talk sports, sleep-ins, and the importance of being open to new experiences.

09:22 – Assistant Principal Insights: Mrs. Masur reflects on the energy of the day and encourages students to be their authentic selves.

12:05 – Student Council Support: Gretchen and Joy offer practical advice for freshmen and stress the importance of getting involved.

14:05 – Teacher Excitement: Mrs. Jen Sander shares her love for freshmen and encourages kindness and participation.

15:43 – Principal’s Message: Mrs. Jenn Tran talks about the joy of seeing students again and stresses the importance of punctuality and preparation.

18:16 – Senior Wisdom: Joel reflects on football games and peer pressure, offering advice for a meaningful senior year.

19:13 – Cheer Spirit: Junior Leah shares her excitement for cheerleading and encourages students to be outgoing.

20:07 – Staff Energy: Mr. Kirkwood celebrates the return of students and emphasizes consistency and faith life.

22:26 – Senior Reflections: Ryan and Nate discuss friendship, legacy, and the importance of kindness and community.

24:58 – Sophomore Advice: Sam encourages freshmen to find faith-filled friendships and get involved in campus ministry.

25:57 – Teacher Encouragement: Sr. Guadalupe highlights the importance of being yourself and trusting in God’s presence.

27:26 – Campus Ministry Vision: Scotty Sullivan shares excitement for new ministry events and encourages spiritual growth.

29:17 – Senior Goals: Tristan talks about club involvement and offers advice to make the most of senior year.

31:04 – Leadership Legacy: Will Meyer reflects on his journey and stresses the importance of choosing good friends.

31:57 – Closing Thoughts: Jeremy Ekeler wraps up the episode, celebrating the voices of Pius and encouraging listeners to share the podcast.