Tori is a 9th grade student at GOC. She's also into dancing, piano, and performing. Tori sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss dancing, the different styles of dance, what dance class is like, how she handles performing in front of a crowd, and her future aspirations in dance. We also talk about Tori’s musical talent, playing piano, her role and preparation for GOC's spring musical, and advice she has for younger students who may be interested in dance. If you have a question or want to be on the...
Mar 01, 2023•27 min•Ep. 58
Amir is a 9th-grader student at GOC. He's also into sports, family, and having fun. Amir shares his infectious positive energy with Mr. Lollis and talk about football (the LSU Tigers and the Cincinnati Bengals), Madden video game, the NBA, the Golden State Warriors, playing basketball with his younger sister, roller skating, his church youth group, trips to Six Flags, gel-blasters, hanging out with his family, music, darts, traveling, fixing things, a possible future in the Marines, and flexibil...
Feb 28, 2023•34 min•Ep. 57
Ava and Shaudi are 12th-graders at GOC. They are also really good friends. Ava and Shaudi sit down with Mr. Lollis to discuss their friendship, hanging out with friends in Ava’s neighborhood, playing down by the creek, eating at favorite restaurants, cooking, baking, playing musical instruments - Shaudi plays guitar and Ava plays cello - singing, roller skating, creating pottery and art with clay, and trying new things - basically all the awesome stuff you do a with a good friend. If you have a ...
Feb 22, 2023•24 min•Ep. 56
Daniel is a 6th-grade student at GOC. He's also is into a lot of hobbies and interests outside of school. hance to sit down with Daniel L, a 6th-grade student here at GOC. Daniel sits down with Mr. Lollis to talk about football, video games, roller skating, playing drums, karate, his dogs Prince and Shorty, favorite foods, fishing, riding bikes, Zooming, traveling, cruising, sneakers, and basketball. If you have a question or want to be on the podcast, please email me at dan.lollis@gcpsk12.org ....
Feb 21, 2023•48 min•Ep. 55
Eliana is an 8th-grade student here at GOC. She's also into Minecraft, making jewelry, Care Bears, baking, and drawing and creating comics. Eliana sits down with Mr. Lollis to share her Minecraft knowledge on building, creating and using private servers, and the design of her world. She also shares her passion for making jewelry and mushroom earrings, Care Bears, drawing and animation, baking cookies, pies, cakes, and settling the pancake vs. waffle debate. If you have a question or want to be o...
Feb 14, 2023•34 min•Ep. 54
Seth is a 7th grade student here at GOC. He's also an avid gamer, coder, and Minecraft expert. Seth sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss all things Minecraft - servers, modding, PVP, and playing with his sister. He also shares his interest in coding - including a game he created called Bike Bandits . We wrap up our conversation discussing his YouTube channel, badminton, table tennis, and making pizza. If you have a question or want to be on the podcast, please email me at dan.lollis@gcpsk12.org ...
Feb 13, 2023•20 min•Ep. 53
Mrs. Angela Lawson is a staff member at GOC. She's also a hiker, backpack, and outdoor enthusiast. Mrs. Lawson sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss all things hiking and backpacking - gear, weather, favorite trails, short hikes, long hikes, hikes in the rain, hikes in all four seasons, multi-day backpacking trips, food, water, injuries, fatigue, dream trips, goals, and the absolute joy, happiness, and sense of accomplishment that hiking and backpacking has brought to Mrs. Lawson’s life. If you h...
Feb 08, 2023•49 min•Ep. 52
Madie is an intern at GOC. She's also a college student and volleyball expert. Madie sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss criminal justice, forensics, and career options. Then we dive deep into one of Madie’s passions - volleyball. She gives me all the ins and outs about the years she spent playing and breaks down strategy, moves, and how the sport works. We also talk surfing, singing, doing your nails, hanging out with friends, and working and coaching with the STRIVE program, a community-based...
Feb 01, 2023•44 min•Ep. 51
Santiago is a 6th-grade student at GOC. He's also a extracurricular activity superstar. Santiago sits down with Mr. Lollis to discuss his love of basketball, the team he's on, and how much fun he has on the court in games and during practice. He shares with us his volunteer work at his church and at a school library. He talks about his entrepreneurial interests and business ventures. We dive into drawing, coding, zoom hangout sessions, working out, playing piano, singing, swimming, and a million...
Jan 31, 2023•52 min•Ep. 50
Landry is a 9th-grade student at GOC. He is also a musician, athlete, and board game aficionado. Landry sits down with Mr. Lollis to talk about his piano skills and talent, how he approaches learning a new piece, his competitions, and how he deals with feeling nervous or anxious. Landry also discusses his favorite NBA teams and players, the differences between playing basketball solo and with a team, and his enjoyment of tennis and golf. Finally, we talk about interesting and off-the-beaten trac...
Jan 25, 2023•41 min•Ep. 49
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. If you have a question or want to be on the podcast, please email me at dan.lollis@gcpsk12.org . I...
Dec 15, 2022•39 min•Ep. 48
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 handles occasional mistakes. Zion shares her tips for any aspiring actors at GOC and talks about her...
Dec 14, 2022•31 min•Ep. 47
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 were her everything and her all. Gabby talks about motivation and winning and how she has moved on to s...
Dec 08, 2022•37 min•Ep. 46
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 the podcast, please email me at dan.lollis@gcpsk12.org . If you’re interested in Gwinnett Online Camp...
Dec 08, 2022•37 min•Ep. 45
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 hanging out with her family when she isn't doing gymnastics. If you have a question or want to be on th...
Dec 01, 2022•31 min•Ep. 44
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 on the podcast, please email me at dan.lollis@gcpsk12.org . If you’re interested in Gwinnett Online...
Nov 30, 2022•49 min•Ep. 43
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 interested in Gwinnett Online Campus , you can head over to our website and find out all about the school and ...
Nov 17, 2022•12 min•Ep. 42
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 you have a question or want to be on the podcast, please email me at dan.lollis@gcpsk12.org . If you’r...
Nov 16, 2022•11 min•Ep. 41
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 Team, and her previous job at Krispy Kreme. If you have a question or want to be on the podcast, pleas...
Nov 10, 2022•58 min•Ep. 40
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 state off her list of half-marathon destinations. If you have a question or want to be on the podcast, p...
Nov 09, 2022•53 min•Ep. 39
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 volunteer work with Bears Make a Difference. Make sure to check out her AMAZING TRAILER for the pod...
Nov 03, 2022•50 min•Ep. 38
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 email me at dan.lollis@gcpsk12.org . If you’re interested in Gwinnett Online Campus , you can head o...
Nov 02, 2022•20 min•Ep. 37
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 to be on the podcast, please email me at dan.lollis@gcpsk12.org . If you’re interested in Gwinnett ...
Oct 27, 2022•47 min•Ep. 36
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 podcast, please email me at dan.lollis@gcpsk12.org . If you’re interested in Gwinnett Online Campus , you...
Oct 26, 2022•27 min•Ep. 35
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 Nicholas talk about his passions and interests. If you have a question or want to be on the podcast, p...
Oct 20, 2022•35 min•Ep. 34
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 information about the event. In addition to being a living historian and time traveler, Ms. Park ha...
Oct 19, 2022•52 min•Ep. 33
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 at dan.lollis@gcpsk12.org . If you’re interested in Gwinnett Online Campus , you can head over to ou...
Oct 13, 2022•46 min•Ep. 32
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 question or want to be on the podcast, please email me at dan.lollis@gcpsk12.org . If you’re interested in...
Oct 12, 2022•40 min•Ep. 31
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 a question or want to be on the podcast, please email me at dan.lollis@gcpsk12.org . If you’re inte...
Oct 05, 2022•25 min•Ep. 30
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 Gwinnett Online Campus , you can head over to our website and find out all about the school and the g...
Oct 04, 2022•46 min•Ep. 29
