Shore Cast

In this episode of Shorecast , Mark Miller joins Justin and Mike to discuss his non-traditional journey into education and his work in Career Development at Cedar Cliff. Mark shares how his background in business ownership and finance helps him mentor students navigating today’s complex job market and rising tuition costs. By bridging the gap between the classroom and the community, Mark explains...

In this episode of Shore Cast, hosts Mike Zwatty and Justin Frawley welcome 22-year veteran Beth Hockenbery to discuss her journey from 15 years in learning support to teaching middle school math. The conversation covers the impact of AI in the classroom, the use of data-driven tools like Firefly and Exact Path, and the realities of implementing personalized learning through station rotations. Bet...

In this short bonus episode, Mike & Justin discuss Stories of Our Why, a new podcast and video series from the West Shore School District that celebrates the voices and journeys of our students. Each episode features student speakers from Red Land and Cedar Cliff High Schools who have shared their stories at Board of School Directors, giving us a firsthand look at their experiences, challenges...

AI is here to stay. Join the West Shore Instructional Technology Team as they unpack the district’s new artificial intelligence policy, why it matters for classrooms, and how they’re keeping learning human in a digital world.

At Red Mill Elementary, a passionate team of educators has transformed the stressful PSSA testing period into a schoolwide celebration of growth and achievement through creative themes, hallway makeovers, and community involvement. This year’s theme, “To Proficiency and Beyond,” turned the school into a glowing space adventure complete with astronaut costumes, student-made videos, and interactive...

In this episode of Shore Cast , hosts Mike Zwatty and Justin Frawley sit down with Red Land math teacher Maura Yinger to explore her deep dive into project-based learning (PBL). From analyzing solar panel cost-efficiency to composing music with trig functions, Maura discusses the power of PBL to foster student engagement, retention, and 21st-century skills. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or ju...

In this episode, we dive into all the exciting takeaways from PETE&C, Pennsylvania's premiere educational technology conference. Our team shares their favorite sessions, the best new tools to bring back to the classroom, plus how AI is reshaping the future of education. Tune in for a fun, insightful discussion on how this conference is shaping the way we teach and learn!

In this episode of Short Cast , we sit down with Dr. Michele Trevino and Doug Knepp, the administrators behind the brand-new Old Trail Intermediate School. They share their journey of opening a new school, from assembling a team and shaping a positive culture to navigating the challenges of change. We dive into what makes this intermediate model unique, how PBIS is shaping student behavior, and th...

Dive into the innovative world of aquaponics at Cedar Cliff High School, where hands-on learning takes center stage. Join hosts Justin Frawley and Mike Zwatty as they explore how teacher Justin Weaver and his students are growing more than plants – they’re cultivating teamwork, creativity, and real-world skills. From bee hives and laser engravers to community gardens and koi fish, this episode sho...

In this episode of Shore Cast, Red Land teachers Matt Wagoner, Ian Winn and Dan Snelbaker share their insights and experiences in the daVinci program. Founded in 2018, this cross-curricular program enables students to create personalized projects that align with PA Core Standards in Science, Mathematics, and Science and Technology.

Fifth-grade teacher Steph Watts shares her journey toward personalized learning in her classroom. After years of trial and refinement, she discusses the planning process and implementation of a self-paced learning environment.

In the season 1 finale of Shore Cast, Mike and Justin recollect on past interviews and discuss what's to come in Season 2.

In this episode of Shore Cast, we sit down with Shari Brenizer, a dedicated educator who transitioned from a career in social work to teaching. Shari shares insights about her journey and the impactful West Shore Connect program. This innovative initiative provides students with intellectual disabilities and autism the chance to experience college life at Central Penn College, offering classes, jo...

In this episode of Shore Cast, Mike and Justin interview Kyle Wagner, father, coach, accomplished author, business owner, and math teacher at Red Land High School. Kyle shares his journey from professional baseball into education, the parallels between coaching in the dugout and the classroom, and his unique approach to assessing student understanding which he calls “siding with procedural justice...

Coding has become an integral part of our lives, it drives all of the electronic devices we use on a daily basis. New Cumberland computer teacher Chris Haun is well aware of how important it is to expose his students to the coding process as a potential career path before they leave his class. We talk with Chris about his planning process to introduce drone coding to his students and the engagemen...

In this episode of Shore Cast, Justin and I interview Sean Stevenson, Social Studies teacher at Red Land High School. Sean, who was nominated by his students of having the most inviting classroom environment, discusses his educational philosophy as well as his unique experience with social media.

In this episode, we have a conversation with Megan Loomis, a Fishing Creek Elementary teacher navigating the dawn of her teaching career in one of our district's Autism Support classrooms. Megan sheds light on some of our district's hardest-working students.

In this episode, Mike and Justin talk about their professional experiences while attending the Pennsylvania Educational Technology Expo and Conference.

In this episode we interview Suzette Forsyth from Cedar Cliff High School. Suzette discusses her use of Minecraft to teach literary process analysis with her students.

Welcome to the inaugural podcast of "Shore Cast," a podcast dedicated to showcasing the great things teachers and students are doing within the West Shore School District. In this episode, Instructional Advisors for Technology, Mike Zwatty and Justin Frawley, explain their vision and hope for the podcast.