Extracurricular

Nicole is a 6th-grade student at Gwinnett Online Campus. She's also an actor, singer, performer, skier, basketball and volleyball player, artist, and good friend. Nicole sits down with Mr. Lollis to chat about her hobbies and interests, and talk about the good friends she's made at GOC. Special thanks to Dr. Ray and Dr. O'Neal for making this podcast possible. If you’re interested in Gwinnett Onli...

Emily is a 4th-grade student at Gwinnett Online Campus. She's also a black belt in Taekwondo (at CBBA studio), a member of a swim team, a tennis player, a soccer player, the owner of two crazy cats, and a volunteer at Bears Make a Difference, an organization that provides support and a chance for children with special needs to play baseball and softball. Emily sits down with Mr. Lollis to talk abo...

Keira is an 8th-grade student at Gwinnett Online Campus. She's also interested in voice acting, character creation, acting and writing, and psychology and personality tests. Keira sits down with Mr. Lollis and shares how she comes up with her characters and voices, her acting and performing process, and a few of her favorite character voices.  Special thanks to Dr. Ray and Dr. O'Neal for making th...

Jordan is a 10th-grade student at Gwinnett Online Campus. He also works at Chick-Fil-A, performed in the GOC Spring Musical, collects and plays with Legos, reads, and works on the AV (Audio/Visual) crew at his church. Jordan sits down with Mr. Lollis to share why he would spend the night and sleep at Chick-Fil-A if he could and how Legos are a little bit like writing.  Special thanks to Dr. Ray an...

Jaxson is a 7th-grade student at Gwinnett Online Campus. He's also an avid gamer, sports fan, actor, singer, Hamilton buff, and born performer. Jaxson sits down with Mr. Lollis to share his love (and some tips) for Madden, how he finds the confidence to perform in front of an audience, and how his interests allow him to have fun with friends and family. Special thanks to Dr. Ray and Dr. O'Neal for...

Mr. Wise is a science teacher at Gwinnett Online Campus. He's also a filmmaker, drone pilot, avid skier, former gymnast and Junior Olympian, successful coach, and a big fan of Premier League soccer powerhouse Chelsea. Mr. Lollis sits down with Mr. Wise to chat about all his hobbies and get his take on success and failure, handling fear in sports and hobbies, and focusing on practice and doing the...

Cady is a 12th-grade student at Gwinnett Online Campus. She's also a choreographer, director, playwright, musician, performer, actor, and dancer. Cady sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss her impossibly busy schedule and share her love for the performing arts. If you want to work with Cady or are interested in the camps and programs she mentions, you can find out more by going to the Momentum Arts...

Dr. Dana Edwards is a counselor at Gwinnett Online Campus. She's also a writer. Dr. Edwards sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss her writing process, where she gets her ideas, and her new middle-grade novel Drive-Thru Miracle . You can order and find out more about Drive-Thru Miracle and Dr. Edwards by going to her website DanaEdwardsWrites . Special thanks to Dr. Ray and Dr. O'Neal for making thi...

Hope S. is a student at Gwinnett Online Campus. She's also a musician and a photographer. Hope sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss playing the piano and flute, taking photos, makeup artistry, cooking and baking, and her secret for balancing school, family, and hobbies. Special thanks to Dr. Ray and Dr. O'Neal for making this podcast possible.  If you’re interested in Gwinnett Online Campus , you...

Dr. Pritchard is a teacher at Gwinnett Online Campus. He's also a professional musical conductor. Dr. Pritchard sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss music, his conducting history, and what he's doing when he's waving that baton around during a performance. Special thanks to Dr. Ray and Dr. O'Neal for making this podcast possible. If you’re interested in Gwinnett Online Campus , you can head over t...

Jackson L is a student at Gwinnett Online Campus. He's also a Boy Scout and a performer. Jackson sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss Scouting, music, performing, acting, gaming, YouTube, and how to balance hobbies and school. You can find information about Jackson's movie at the Rock This World website . You can pre-order a dvd with exclusive content and help children and families in need. Specia...

Gracie R is a student at Gwinnett Online Campus. She's also a photographer, actor, and runner. Gracie sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss photography tips and cameras, theatre and acting, running cross country and track, and the enjoyment she gets from volunteering and working with little kids. Special thanks to Dr. Ray and Dr. O'Neal for making this podcast possible. If you’re interested in Gwin...

Mrs. Crook is a teacher at Gwinnett Online Campus. She's also an FAA-certified drone pilot. Mrs. Crook sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss how she got into drones, how much they cost, how they work, and why she needs FAA-certification and a license to fly her drones. Special thanks to Dr. Ray and Dr. O'Neal for making this podcast possible. If you’re interested in Gwinnett Online Campus , you can...

Lain W is a student at Gwinnett Online Campus. He's also very funny. Lain sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss music, theatre, performing, his favorite holidays, his future aspirations, and how much he looks forward to highlighting reading passages on his final exams. Special thanks to Dr. Ray and Dr. O'Neal for making this podcast possible. If you’re interested in Gwinnett Online Campus , you can...

Christopher G is a student at Gwinnett Online Campus. He's also a wrestler. Christopher sits down with Mr. Lollis and teaches him about wrestling styles, strategy, training techniques, and how to stay committed to something that requires hard work and practice. Special thanks to Dr. Ray and Dr. O'Neal for making this podcast possible. If you’re interested in Gwinnett Online Campus , you can head o...

Mrs. Kimberly Bondeson is an assistant principal at Gwinnett Online Campus. She's also a genealogist. Mrs. Bondeson sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss her family history, the thrill of investigating the past, and how family connections can bring us closer. Special thanks to Dr. Ray and Dr. O'Neal for making this podcast possible. If you’re interested in Gwinnett Online Campus , you can head over...

Leah M is a student at Gwinnett Online Campus. She's also an actor and a Ninja Warrior. Leah sits down with Mr. Lollis and shares her passion for Ninja Warrior, acting, and the skills and mindset it takes to succeed and get better at a sport, hobby, or talent. Special thanks to Dr. Ray and Dr. O'Neal for making this podcast possible. If you’re interested in Gwinnett Online Campus , you can head ov...

Caitlyn M is a student at Gwinnett Online Campus. She's also a tennis player. Caitlyn sits down with Mr. Lollis for a conversation about competing at a high level, how to handle errors (on the court and off), and the joy and fun of playing tennis. Special thanks to Dr. Ray and Dr. O'Neal for making this podcast possible. If you’re interested in Gwinnett Online Campus , you can head over to our web...

Aidan B is a student at Gwinnett Online Campus. He's also a guitarist and a music lover. Aidan sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss guitar gear, musical influences, and that satisfying feeling of getting into the zone with a musical instrument. He even jams out a few great riffs and his own original music. Special thanks to Dr. Ray and Dr. O'Neal for making this podcast possible. If you’re interes...

Bissette W is a student at Gwinnett Online Campus. She's also an actor, dancer, voice-over artist, and traveler. Bissette sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss her acting work on the Walking Dead , her voice-over work at the National Center for Civil and Human Rights, the pros and cons of filming commercials, the best places she's traveled, and advice for young, aspiring actors on how to get starte...

Mr. Josh Rowan is a math teacher at Gwinnett Online Campus. He's also an avid disc golfer. Mr. Rowan sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss everything you could possibly want to know about disc golf. Special thanks to Dr. Ray and Dr. O'Neal for making this podcast possible. If you’re interested in Gwinnett Online Campus , you can head over to our website and find out all about the school and the gre...

Javon W is a student at Gwinnett Online Campus. He's also a boxer, a tumbler and trampoliner, and actor. Javon sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss his passion for boxing, how he handles the discipline and commitment needed to succeed in the sport, and how he balances school, work, hobbies, and fun. Special thanks to Dr. Ray and Dr. O'Neal for making this podcast possible. If you’re interested in...

Avery B is a student at Gwinnett Online Campus. She's also a musician, performer, actor, dancer, and Disney fanatic. Avery sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss her two bands, how she handles nervousness before performing on a stage, and her desire to be a Disney princess one day. Special thanks to Dr. Ray and Dr. O'Neal for making this podcast possible. If you’re interested in Gwinnett Online Camp...

Welcome to Extracurricular. Mr. Dan Lollis is a teacher at Gwinnett Online Campus. In this podcast, he has conversations with GOC students, faculty, and staff about the amazing and interesting things they do outside of school. Each episode will feature an in-depth conversation with someone at GOC about an extracurricular hobby, interest, or talent. Subscribe now so that you won’t miss any of the e...