The Griffin Rundown

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 heidi.butts@heritageclassicalacademy.org 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!

In this week's episode, Mr. Nees kicks off a two-part series on the importance of the arts at Heritage. Join us as he sits down with Mrs. LeHoty and Miss Dovci to explore the profound impact of singing and glorifying God through song at Heritage. Plus, stay tuned for the latest news around campus and enjoy a special visit from Addie, who brings us the joke of the week. Don't miss this enriching and entertaining episode!

This week, as we welcome you back from the long Easter weekend, we invite you to participate in our Griffin Rundown Rewind. Take the time to listen to a podcast you may have missed or revisit your favorite episode from this season. You'll also hear news from around campus and enjoy everyone's favorite segment: the joke of the week from Luke.

In this episode, Mr. Nees sits down with Kristin Walton and Elizabeth Wilsey to explore the topic of "Developing Lifelong Lovers of Reading." Kristin and Elizabeth share their insights on how to cultivate a passion for reading in children and adults alike, discussing practical strategies, engaging activities, and the importance of creating a reading-friendly environment. Whether you're a parent, educator, or simply a book lover, you'll find valuable tips and ideas to encourage a love of reading that lasts a lifetime.

But that's not all! Salvatore brings his unique humor to the show with the Joke of the Week—guaranteed to bring a smile to your face. Plus, stay informed with the latest news from around the campuses, covering exciting events, achievements, and updates from our community.

Tune in for an episode filled with inspiration, laughter, and valuable information.

In this episode, Mr. Nees sits down with Mr. Pat Presley, Chief Operating Officer, and Director of Advancement, Elizabeth Joyce, to discuss the kickoff of our capital campaign, "A Place to Glorify and Grow." We delve into the vision and goals of this exciting initiative and how it will impact our community.

This week we also have a special conversation with Mrs. Kathy Andrews, where we take a good look at several of the wonderful books that Heritage students read in their 4th grade year.

And, of course, we wrap up with a listener favorite—the joke of the week from Tessa. All this and much more awaits you in this episode. Tune in!