The Created for Greatness Podcast
This podcast is recorded at Pottstown Middle School in partnership with the Pottstown School District and the STRIVE Initiative. Join us every week as our students explore their hopes, dreams, and passions in episodes that were created entirely by them.
Episodes
Episode 36
On August 7th, we wrapped up Pottstown Play Streets in the borough of Pottstown. During the Summer, the Pottstown Parks and Recreation Department and Pottstown Regional Community Foundation, formerly known as, Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation puts on a block party called "Play Streets". These neighborhood block parties are resourceful and tons of fun for the entire family. Our last Play Streets podcast conve...
Episode 35
We are joined today by Dr. Matthew George Washington. He is assistant professor of history at Prairie View A&M University and author of "The Jim Crow North: The Struggle for Civil Rights in Pottstown, Pennsylvania". As a three part podcast series, Dakota and Noel interview Dr. Washington for round three to talk about the history of civil rights in Pottstown, and the surprisingly significant role that our borough play...
Episode 34
We are joined today by Dr. Matthew George Washington. He is assistant professor of history at Prairie View A&M University and author of "The Jim Crow North: The Struggle for Civil Rights in Pottstown, Pennsylvania". As a three part podcast series, Dakota and Noel interview Dr. Washington for round two to talk about the history of civil rights in Pottstown, and the surprisingly significant role that our borough played...
Episode 33
This Thursday, we kickoff Play Streets in the borough of Pottstown. During the Summer, the Pottstown Parks and Recreation Department and Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation puts on a block party called "Play Streets". See Play Streets summer schedule below:
Schedule: June 12: Cherry St. Park June 26: Prince St. (Bright Hope) July 10: Chestnut St. Park July 24...
Today marks the 5 year anniversary of the beginning of the COVID lockdown in 2020. Our students were in 1st, 2nd, and third grade when it happened, so we take some time to reflect on what it was like for them, how they felt, what they experienced, and what lessons they learned (or didn't learn).
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Produced and edited by Zack Jackson Created in partnership with the Pottstown School District and the STR...
When have you needed help? When were you able to help someone else? Today, we explore what it's like to be a friend and to have a good support network.
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Produced and edited by Zack Jackson Created in partnership with the Pottstown School District and the STRIVE Initiative
https://www.pottstownschools.org/
If you would like to get involved with our mentorship program, ...
Today we are joined by very special guests, Charles and Theo Jackson. They are in fourth and first grade, respectively, and are joining us for a very special episode. Our Middle Schoolers offer wisdom and advice on how to get through Elementary and what to expect as they move up to a new school.
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Produced and edited by Zack Jackson Created in partnership with the Pottstown School District and the STR...
We are joined today by Dr. Matthew George Washington. He is assistant professor of history at Prairie View A&M University and author of "The Jim Crow North: The Struggle for Civil Rights in Pottstown, Pennsylvania". Dakota and Noel sat down with him at the Pottstown High School to talk about the history of civil rights in Pottstown, and the surprisingly significant role that our borough played in the struggle for equ...
It's a special one-on-one episode with Christazja and Zack about her experience in the pilot program "Montco 360" at Montgomery County College. We talk about engineering, creativity, fixing the world's problems, and the incredible opportunities that are here in the borough.
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Produced and edited by Zack Jackson Created in partnership with the Pottstown School District and the STRIVE Initiative
We've got some birthdays in the house which means this is a birthday episode! It's full of stories, memories, hopes, and advice.
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Produced and edited by Zack Jackson Created in partnership with the Pottstown School District and the STRIVE Initiative
https://www.pottstownschools.org/
If you would like to get involved with our mentorship program, check out the available...
Episode 26
It's a new school year, and we have a new crew of Middle Schoolers at the mics. This season is going to be filled with thoughtful explorations, hilarious moments, and plenty of good times. First up, let's get to know the students. In this episode, they talk about who they admire.
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Produced and edited by Zack Jackson Created in partnership with the Pottstown School District and the STRIVE Initiative
Our college crew is back for one last episode before returning to school. We discuss what they are studying, why they are drawn to it, and how they are going to make the world a better place.
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Produced and edited by Zack Jackson Created in partnership with the Pottstown School District and the STRIVE Initiative
https://www.pottstownschools.org/
Equitable transit-oriented development is a bit of a mouthful, but our college crew unpacks why it is so important for up-and-coming places like Pottstown, and how it could make our borough a better place for everyone!
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Produced and edited by Zack Jackson Created in partnership with the Pottstown School District and the STRIVE Initiative
Every Thursday during the Summer, the Pottstown Parks Department puts on a block party called "Play Streets". We took our microphones and a couple students to talk to some of the difference makers in the borough. We talk with Councilwoman Trenita Lindsay and Luke Johnson. This is part 2 recorded on August 1st 2024.
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Every Thursday during the Summer, the Pottstown Parks Department puts on a block party called "Play Streets". We took our microphones and a couple middle schoolers to talk to some of the difference makers in the borough. This is part 1 recorded on July 11th 2024.
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Produced and edited by Zack Jackson Created in partnership with the Pottstown School District and the STRIVE Initiative
During Pottstown's 2024 Juneteenth celebration, a group of STRIVE alumni, home from college, set up a table inside the Steel River Playhouse to interview some of the folks who made the event happen. They talk about inspiration, dreams, and what it takes to put on a massive community event!
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Produced and edited by Zack Jackson Created in partnership with the Pottstown School District and the STRIVE In...
In this episode, Charleigh goes on location to the Pajama Jam and talks with teachers and student-DJ's about what it takes to throw a good party.
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Produced and edited by Zack Jackson Created in partnership with the Pottstown School District and the STRIVE Initiative
https://www.pottstownschools.org/
If you would like to get involved with our mentorship program, check ...
In this episode, we talk about the third marking period and interview teachers and students at the Pep Rally.
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Produced and edited by Zack Jackson Created in partnership with the Pottstown School District and the STRIVE Initiative
https://www.pottstownschools.org/
If you would like to get involved with our mentorship program, check out the available opportunities belo...
In this episode, we answer questions from "listeners", and give advice on how to navigate school, home, crushes, pets, and more!
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Produced and edited by Zack Jackson Created in partnership with the Pottstown School District and the STRIVE Initiative
https://www.pottstownschools.org/
If you would like to get involved with our mentorship program, check out the available...
In this episode, we talk to two of our students who are working on artistic projects to find out more about their creative process and future dreams.
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Produced and edited by Zack Jackson Created in partnership with the Pottstown School District and the STRIVE Initiative
https://www.pottstownschools.org/
If you would like to get involved with our mentorship program, ch...
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