In this episode, we hear from Class of 2023 graduate Levi York, who shares his experiences, what he's learned, and the friendships he has made during his 10 years at the Foote School.

This Week at Foote, Foote School 4th graders challenge members of the faculty and staff in a trivia showdown. This podcast was produced, written and edited by 4th grade students with the help of host Michael Valente.

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This Week at Foote we uncover the transformative power of outdoor education and how it nurtures our students' development. From enhanced academic performance to improved physical and mental well-being, outdoor learning offers a myriad of advantages that shape our students' educational journey.Through real-life examples, our teachers shed light on the seven key benefits students gain through outdoor learning. The Foote School recognizes the importance of outdoor learning in preparing our students for success in the 21st century. By integrating outdoor experiences into our curriculum, we empower our students with the skills and mindset needed to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

To learn more about Foote School's commitment to outdoor learning and its remarkable impact on our students, visit our website at www.footeschool.org. Discover how our dedicated teachers create immersive outdoor experiences and leverage the power of nature to inspire a lifelong love for learning.

This Week at Foote kindergarten continues their school study project and sits down with alum Landon Osborn, Class of 2004, as he speaks about his time at Foote School. Discover how Foote School impacted his life and learn how the school has changed since he was a student. This engaging and insightful episode provides a unique perspective on Foote School from both a student and alum. Tune in to hear Landon's memories and reflections on his time at Foote School and how it has influenced his life beyond the classroom.

Tune in to This Week at Foote for an exclusive interview with Foote School alum Alex Kleiner '00 as he talks to kindergarten students about how the Foote School has evolved since his time as a student while also staying true to its core values.

Alumni Weekend is May 12th and 13th. Details available at https://www.footeschool.org/alumni/reunions

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This Week at Foote, Kindergarten students interview Foote School alums Ginger Swords Stevens '62 and Ginger Stevens May '96. Listen as the students ask about their experiences as students at Foote. What has changed? What has stayed the same? This unique conversation offers valuable insights into the history and culture of this vibrant learning community. Tune in to discover the lasting impact of a Foote School education and hear firsthand accounts from two accomplished Foote School alums!

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When Elaina Pakutka shares her opinion about baseball, it’s safe to say that you should listen. The Foote 8th grader has done her research. Copious, calculated research.

Her most recent project involved advocating for inducting more relief pitchers to be inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Right now, the Hall of Fame requires pitchers to have 10 years of professional pitching under their belt in order to be considered for a spot. Relief pitchers only pitch one or two innings a game, which handicaps their statistical achievements when compared to those who pitch for multiple innings each game. With just seven relief pitchers currently inducted into that august Cooperstown institution, Elaina feels that the importance of relief pitchers to the success of their teams is historically grossly under-represented.

In looking at how she can effect change, she turned to the data. Together with her father, John Pakutka, they reached out to more than 100 Hall of Fame voters from the Baseball Writers’ Association of America to collect feedback. They looked at the pitching careers of everyone from Mariano Rivera (the only relief pitcher to receive unanimous induction votes) to Connecticut’s own Ron Dibble, a 1990 NLCS MVP and fastest relief pitcher to 500 career strikeouts whose seven-year career does not make him eligible for induction into the Hall of Fame. Using this compiled data, the Pakutkas will take their case to the Society of American Baseball Research for review. (Read their report here.)

Elaina and John recently sat down with us to discuss their process and findings. In this kick-off podcast episode, the Pakutkas also point out how the math, research, and writing skills that Elaina has developed at Foote have played a large role in getting baseball analytics professionals to recognize the legitimacy of her work. (P.S. She's even gotten a shout-out in the Boston Globe!)

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This Week at Foote, Michael Valente sits down with Foote School alum Allyx Schiavone who was a guest of Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro at the 2023 State of the Union Address. Allyx is the Executive Director of the Friends Center for Children in New Haven and the Co-Chair of Childcare for Connecticut's Future. This discussion includes her time in Washington, D.C., Allyx's time at The Foote School and her fight for support in Early Child Care and Education.

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