Rossford Schools Podcast

It's a bittersweet week in Rossford as we say goodbye to Officer Jodi! We sit down with her to look back on her impactful career, find out what she'll miss most, and hear her words of wisdom for Officer Socie ahead of his move to the Jr-Sr High School. Finally, we celebrate the arrival of Officer Trey Farabee, who will be taking over as the new Rossford Elementary SRO.

Class of 2026 graduate Justynne Jones is still representing Rossford as she heads to Richmond, Virginia, next week to compete at the National Speech & Debate Tournament. In this episode, Justynne reflects on her growth in speech and debate, her journey to qualifying for nationals, the topic of her speech and what she's most excited about as she prepares for the competition. Speech and Deba...

Hear from Mr. Taylor as he reflects on his career at Rossford Elementary, shares what he’s most proud of and talks about his retirement plans. Assistant Principal Dawn Heck also joins the conversation to ask for advice and discuss her plans as the school’s next principal. Thank you for everything Mr. Taylor!

In this episode, we sit down with Camryn Almester and Chloe Nevins to celebrate their incredible second-place finish in the State Entrepreneurship Team Decision Making competition. From the high-pressure environment of State to their upcoming trip to DECA Nationals in Atlanta, the duo shares what the competition looks like, how the work together for it, and what they’re most excited for in Atlanta...

In this episode of the Rossford Schools Podcast, we sit down with new treasurer Joe Corfman to learn more about his background, what brought him to Rossford, and his goals for the district.

The Rossford High School Drama Club is bringing Monty Python's Spamalot: School Edition to the stage, and in this episode we go behind the scenes of the production. Based on the comedy classic Monty Python and the Holy Grail , the musical follows King Arthur and his knights on a hilarious quest packed with memorable songs, big dance numbers and plenty of unexpected moments. We sat down with th...

What does it take to bring a giant monster ninja to life? In this episode, we sit down with RHS alumni and parent Scoot McMahon to celebrate the release of his new book, Ninja Kaiju . Scoot takes us behind the scenes of the book-making process, from the initial spark of the idea to the detailed work of designing characters and the cover. He also shares heartwarming stories about the teachers who i...

RHS Senior Leah Matthews is raising money for YIPEE (Youth In Philanthropy Encouraging Excellence) to help local non profit organizations such as Toledo Grows which is near and dear to her heart. She discusses how she got connected with YIPEE, how she helps Toledo Grows and her drive for environmental naturalization in this podcast episode. Here is how you can donate to help YIPEE: Online: 1. Visi...

In the first half of the episode, Mr. Dorn and Mrs. Hood check in with four campers to hear how the week is going. Then they stick around for the second half to share highlights, feedback from students, and a closer look at the activities. (Thanks for your patience with a few audio issues in the second half.) Students are having a great time!

History was made on the hardwood last month! In this episode, we sit down with Alex Swartz to recap her record-breaking rebounding performance. Plus, Girls Basketball Coach Toby Ledesma joins the conversation to discuss Alex's work ethic, the team's chemistry and their goals for the remainder of the season.

Hear from our new School Social Worker, Regan Findling, in this Rossford Schools Podcast. She shares why she chose Rossford, what she’s already working on and how families can connect with important resources. Mrs. Findling also talks about the passion behind her work and what she’s thankful for this Thanksgiving.

Go behind the scenes with the RHS Drama Club! Hear from the Director and cast of their hilarious comedy/mystery, "This Murder was Staged," as they prepare for opening night. Students discuss their favorite scenes, the unique challenge of having multiple endings, and the fun of bringing this whodunit to life. Don't miss the show this weekend in the RHS Auditorium! Shows are Thursday,...

This year, Rossford Schools launched Character Strong, a new social-emotional learning program for all grade levels. In this episode, our school psychologists share what Character Strong is all about, what lessons look like in classrooms, and how it helps students build important life skills.

Board Member Dawn Burks and RHS English Teacher Amy Kanney join the Rossford Schools Podcast to talk about our new initiative, Press Paws. Dawn introduces the FACE Committee she helped bring to Rossford, and together they explain how Press Paws encourages families to unplug, spend time together, and celebrate quality family moments. We’d love to see how your family is “Pressing Paws”! Email photos...

Rossford Jr.-Sr. High School is hosting a service-learning event, Feed My Starving Children , on October 19 and 20. During this event, students and community members will pack meals for undernourished children in more than 100 countries worldwide. On October 20, junior high students will participate during the school day. The evening before, October 19, the Rossford community is invited to pack me...

Senior Phoenix Erel joins us to talk about his summer at Buckeye Boys State, a weeklong program that gives students a hands-on look at leadership and government. Phoenix shares how the experience taught him the value of self-discipline, respect, and understanding different government roles — lessons he’s carrying into his senior year and beyond.

We welcome new RHS Athletic Director Mark German to the Rossford Schools team. In this episode, Mr. German talks about why he chose Rossford, what he hopes to implement as AD, which professional teams he follows, and more.

RHS Class of 2014 graduate Ocean Alvarado has found his groove in the unpredictable world of improv. From starting with Glass City Improv to launching his own showcases, Ocean is all-in on the wild, fast, and unforgettable improv scene. Hear how he got started, what keeps him coming back, and what it really takes to thrive on stage without a script. Catch Ocean live at upcoming shows:  glasscityim...

In this episode of the Rossford Schools Podcast , we talk with Class of 2025 Valedictorian Grant Eckel. He shares how becoming valedictorian has been his goal since sixth grade, how he’s preparing his graduation speech, reflections on the Class of 2025, and his plans after graduation. Tune in!

In this episode of the Rossford Schools Podcast, we sit down with Band Directors Justin Kelley and Rachel Petrie, along with Wind Ensemble members Camille Harmon and Dana Chen. With the ensemble heading to state competition in Findlay on Friday, we caught up with the group to hear how they're preparing for the big day. They share what to expect at the competition, how they manage nerves, what...

Hear from Ohio State Highway Patrol Trooper Blackwood as he speaks to Rossford Jr.-Sr. High School juniors and seniors during his Drive to Live presentation. The episode includes real stories and key statistics about safe driving habits—like wearing seat belts and the dangers of distracted driving. Plus, we recognize four students who were honored for their creative contributions to a local Billbo...

Rossford Jr.-Sr. High School Principal Dr. Neiderhouse recently traveled to Washington, D.C., in his role as Federal Relations Coordinator for a statewide administrators association. He shares insights from his visit, the issues he advocated for and why this work is so important to him.

Two student podcasts from our Podcasting Class come together to interview peers and Mrs. Feldcamp about the Northwest Ohio Teen Book Festival, happening Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Rossford Jr.-Sr. High School. Tune in to learn more about this exciting event for avid readers and hear how our students are sharpening their podcasting skills!

We sit down with members of the cast and Director Mrs. Witulski to preview The Drowsy Chaperone , this year’s RHS Drama Spring Musical. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the show’s story, hear about funny rehearsal moments and learn about the unique challenges of bringing this production to life—all before opening night! Showtimes are 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at Rossford Jr...

In celebration of Right to Read Week, we sit down with RHS alum Scott McMahon (Class of 1999), a professional illustrator, comic creator, and author. He shares how Rossford staff nurtured his artistic talents from a young age, discusses his upcoming projects, and gives us a preview of the upcoming Teen Book Festival. Check out his work at scootcomics.com .