Extracurricular

Remi is a 12th-grade student at GOC. He is also a soccer player. Remi sits down with Mr. Lollis to talk about his journey from youth soccer, to the Atlanta United Academy program, and ultimately to the Clemson University soccer team when he graduates from GOC in 2023. Remi discusses his routine, how he balances school and soccer, and the enjoyment he gets from cheering on his friends and teammates...

Zion is a 3rd-grade student at GOC. She's also a swimmer, gymnast, martial artist, dancer, actor, and the youngest guest we've ever had on the podcast. Zion sits down with Mr. Lollis to talk about her extracurricular interests. She gives us an insider's look into the world of an actor on set. She talks about how she remembers her lines, what it’s like to film scenes with other people, and how she...

Gabby is an 11th grade student at GOC. She's also a former gymnast. Gabby sits down with Mr. Lollis to talk about her previous experiences and involvement with gymnastics and what it was like to leave the sport. She talks about the commitment it takes to excel in gymnastics, how she gained confidence, how she dealt with injuries and frustrations, and how the friends she made through gymnastics wer...

Emily is a 5th-grade student at GOC. She's also the first repeat Extracurricular podcast guest. Emily sits down and talks with Mr. Lollis about what it’s like to teach Karate to young students, how she was able to learn and improve her soccer skills this season as left wing, cats, interior design, and random hobbies she finds interesting, boring, or scary. If you have a question or want to be on t...

Gianna is a 5th-grade student at Gwinnett Online Campus. She's also a gymnast. Gianna sits down with Mr. Lollis to answer all his questions about the sport. Gianna shares what a day in the gym is like, which skills and routines are her favorites, what it's like to travel to competitions, the life skills gymnastics has taught her, how she deals with being nervous in the gym, and the fun she has han...

Mr. Bryce Hurd is a custodian at Gwinnett Online Campus. He is also an a gamer, streamer, and vintage video game player and collector. Mr. Hurd sits down with Mr. Lollis to share his tips and process for streaming on Twitch, his interest in all sorts of tech gear, his favorite video games, and his passion for discovering and collecting all types of video games. If you have a question or want to be...

Sadie is a Clubhouse Friend at Gwinnett Online Campus. She's also a soccer player, gardener, baker, cook, reader, and good friend. Sadie sits down with Mr. Lollis to talk about her favorite season, her love of pickles, and the best part about soccer - making friends and snack time! If you have a question or want to be on the podcast, please email me at dan.lollis@gcpsk12.org .   If you’re interest...

Mia is a Clubhouse Friend at Gwinnett Online Campus. She's also a singer, dancer, musician, and a good friend. Mia sits down with Mr. Lollis to talk about being in the talent show, singing and dancing with her friends, and what it's like to hang out at the clubhouse with Dr. Edwards and her other Clubhouse Friends. Mia even shares her advice on how she handles frustration and disappointment. If yo...

Lucero is a 12th-grade student at Gwinnett Online Campus. She's also into baking, gaming, and volunteering. We dive deep into her different roles and responsibilities ranging from her involvement with the Gwinnett Youth Commission, the Gwinnett County Student Advisory Council, her internship at a prison with the Gwinnett Sheriff's department, her role as co-President of GOC's Student Leadership Te...

Mrs. Suzanne Keller is a 2nd-grade teacher at Gwinnett online campus. She is also a runner. Ms. Keller sits down with Mr. Lollis to talk about how a family hobby turned into a quest to run half-marathons in all 50 states. Ms. Keller talks about the fun of planning her trips, good weather, bad weather, food, travel challenges, the excitement of race day, and the satisfaction of scratching each stat...

Riley is a 7th-grade student at Gwinnett Online Campus. She is also into rollerblading, tennis, softball, sewing, video creations, communication, and volunteer work. Riley sits down to talk to Mr. Lollis about the thrill of learning new hobbies like rollerblading, the fun, friendship, and memories that take place in the in-between moments of sports, and her commitment to helping others through her...

Reign is a 5th-grade student at Gwinnett Online Campus. She is also a singer, swimmer, runner, drawer, and entrepreneur. Reign sits down with Mr. Lollis to talk about her love of singing, her interest in a career as an image consultant, and role as communications chair for an arts and crafts club/business that she started with friends. . If you have a question or want to be on the podcast, please...

Lucia is an 11th-grade student at Gwinnett Online Campus. She is also a ballet dancer, baker, and choreographer. Lucia sits down with Mr. Lollis to share her love for baking, her commitment to ballet, and the joy and creative energy she finds as a dance choreographer. You should follow Lucia on Instagram at lucia.bakes1 to see her amazing designs and careful process. If you have a question or want...

Catarina is a 6th-grade student at Gwinnett Online Campus. She also has cat friends - but there's way more to Catarina than her cat friends. She sits down with Mr. Lollis to talk about running in her neighborhood, her massive Minecraft project, her passion for fashion, her acting, and her role as director of spirit in GOC's Student Leadership Team. If you have a question or want to be on the podca...

Nicholas is a 5th-grade student at Gwinnett Online Campus. He is also an NBA fan, a gamer, a Youtuber, a world traveler, and an amateur cook. Nicholas sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss our hopes for the Atlanta Hawks this season, his interest in gaming and his rivalry with his father in 2K and Madden, and his YouTube channel Nick Hoopz . You should check out his channel and subscribe to hear Ni...

Ms. Kimberly Park is a 3rd-grade teacher at Gwinnett Online Campus. She's also a living historian. That's a person who uses tools, costumes, and activities to present what it was like to live in the past. Ms. Park can help you time travel back to the 18th century on Saturday, October 22nd (or any second Saturday of the month) at Fort Yargo Park in Winder, Georgia. Click HERE if you would like more...

Andrew is a 10th-grade student at Gwinnett Online Campus. He is also an actor, a fan of Rocky, wrestling, Disney, and Pixar, and a member of GOC's Student Leadership Team. Andrew sits down with Mr. Lollis to talk about acting, what it's like to be a student leader, and the just-right-for-our-times messages from the Rocky movies. If you have a question or want to be on the podcast, please email me...

Charlotte is a 12th-grade student at Gwinnett Online Campus. She is also a dancer. Charlotte sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss what it's like to perform in front of a crowd, the exciting chaos backstage, the ups and downs of practice, the excitement of teaching dance to young students, and the empathy, discipline, time management, and joy that dance has brought to her life. If you have a questi...

Saara is a 6th-grade student at Gwinnett Online Campus. She is also very funny. In addition to perfect timing and sharp wit, Saara's talents include art, crochet, and interior design. Saara sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss the difference between knitting and crochet, how practice helps her improve, and how her hobbies and interests bring satisfaction, calmness, and joy to her life. If you have...

Mr. Zain Malik is a teacher at Gwinnett Online Campus. Mr. Malik sits down with Mr. Lollis to share his passion for anime and Gundam model building, gaming, Star Wars, and how his own experiences, travels, and passion for Model United Nations led him to start a program at GOC. If you have a question or want to be on the podcast, please email me at dan.lollis@gcpsk12.org .   If you’re interested in...

Max is a 5th-grade student at Gwinnett Online Campus. He is also a professional go-kart racer. dirt-biker, snow skier, and outdoor enthusiast. Max sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss what it takes to be a successful go-kart racer, what race day looks like, and how he has time for his driving career, school, and other interests. You can follow Max (@max.cristea.racing) on Instagram , YouTube , or...

Ms. Wanda Allen is a teacher at Gwinnett Online Campus, but this is her second career. Mr. Lollis sits down to talk to Ms. Allen about her career as a US Marine and what it was like to serve for 12 years - including being stationed at Diego Garcia and two overseas deployments for the War in Iraq. Ms. Allen also shares her current role in supporting veteran groups like VFW and Amvets (click on the...

Riley is an 8th-grade student at Gwinnett Online Campus. She's also into singing, karaoke, K-pop, Roblox, cooking, and baking. Riley sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss how much she loves to sing, a delicious chicken taco recipe, and her love of K-pop and Roblox. She also has some great tips on how to practice and memorize songs and how to deal with being nervous on stage. If you have a question...

Ms. Jenny Cooper is a 6th-grade social studies teacher at Gwinnett Online Campus. She's also a horseback rider, horse trainer, and horse enthusiast. Mr. Lollis sits down with Ms. Cooper to chat about her horse Fireball, the challenges and difficulties of training, and the love, peace, and happiness she feels when it's just her and Fireball on the trail or in the pasture. If you have a question or...

Annabell is a 9th-grade student at Gwinnett Online Campus. She's also a singer, volleyball player, gamer (Rocket League), and home-made filmmaker. Annabell chats with Mr. Lollis about her hobbies and interests and shares her love of singing, whether it is at home, in the car, in her church choir, in the talent show or musical at GOC, in Honors Chorus a few years ago, or with the GOC chorus right n...