Austin Prep: The Restless Journey Podcast

The Restless Journey Podcast | The College Counseling Experience with Cynthia Pitta

About this Episode:   With May 1—National College Decision Day—and Baccalaureate and Commencement for the Class of 2026 recently passed, Austin Prep's Senior Director of Communications, Tyler Fleming, is joined by Cynthia Pitta P'28, '30, Director of College Counseling, as they discuss Austin Prep's Office of College Counseling offerings, trends in college admissions, the successful #collegeadmissions journey for the Class of 2026, and more.   Guest: Cynthia Pitta P'28, '30, Director of College Counseling Host: Tyler Fleming P'28, '30, Senior Director of Communications Produced: Nina Bramante '19, Assistant Director of Communications   Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:45 - Welcome 2:06 - May 1, College Decision Day 3:08 - The College Counseling Process at Austin Prep 4:38 - An Introduction to the Office of College Counseling 5:53 - The Value Add of College Counseling at Austin Prep 8:01 - Building Relationships with Students 9:52 - What is the Most Important Part of the College Application? 12:40 - The Success of the #classof2026 15:44 - The Class of 2026 by the Numbers 16:31 - More About Mrs. Pitta 17:47 - Advice for Rising Juniors and Seniors   *****************************************************************************************************   About the Podcast:   Welcome to The Restless Journey Podcast! Austin Prep's official podcast provides a closer look at the people, programs, and initiatives that exemplify our core values, and we look forward to periodically welcoming members of the Austin Prep community to share their insights on a wide range of topics, reflecting on who we are today and where we are heading tomorrow.   You can find the #podcast on all these major podcast streaming platforms:   Podbean: https://bit.ly/4lBOyb7 [https://bit.ly/4lBOyb7] Spotify: https://bit.ly/4evaqCx [https://bit.ly/4evaqCx] Apple: https://apple.co/44KGvmB [https://apple.co/44KGvmB] Amazon: https://amzn.to/3GsRVlF [https://amzn.to/3GsRVlF]   #AustinPrep #podcast #therestlessjourney   Please see below for our Official Site: https://www.austinprep.org/ [https://www.austinprep.org/]

The Restless Journey Podcast | Previewing the 8th Grade Class Trip to Washington, D.C.

About this Episode: With the Class of 2030 departing on their 8th Grade Capstone trip to Washington, D.C. on Monday, March 2, Austin Prep's Senior Director of Communications, Tyler Fleming, is joined by experienced D.C. chaperones Michael McLaughlin, Head of Middle School; Jack Brady, History Faculty; and Kristen Donnelly, History Faculty as they preview everything the 8th grade class should expect on the trip. The capstone experience is a highlight of the Austin Prep Middle School experience and remembered fondly by students as they continue their Austin Prep journey in the Upper School. Guests: Michael McLaughlin, Head of Middle School; Jack Brady, History Faculty; and Kristen Donnelly, History Faculty Host: Tyler Fleming, Senior Director of Communications Produced: Nina Bramante '19, Assistant Director of Communications Please see below for our Official Site: www.austinprep.org/

The Restless Journey Podcast | The Austin Prep Nutcracker Tradition with Marla Pascucci-Byrne

About this Episode: With one of Austin Prep's most cherished #Christmas traditions, The #Nutcracker, coming to the Collins Center on December 15 and 16, Austin Prep's Senior Director of Communications, Tyler Fleming, is joined by Marla Pascucci-Byrne P'30, Art and Design Department Chair, as they discuss the origins of the show at Austin Prep, the importance of the show to the school community, how preparations have gone this fall, and more. Guest: Marla Pascucci-Byrne, Art and Design Department Chair Host: Tyler Fleming, Senior Director of Communications Produced: PJ Malafronte, Special Projects Manager Co-Produced: Nina Bramante, Assistant Director of Communications Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:46 - Welcome 1:59 - Christmas Traditions 2:59 - How did #thenutcracker start at Austin Prep? 4:57 - The evolution of the show 7:50 - Taking the show on the road 10:37 - This year's show 13:24 - Middle School and Upper School working together 16:16 - Including everyone in the show 18:14 - The Austin Prep interpretation of The Nutcracker 20:40 - What prospective families should know about dance at AP 23:02 - Ms. P's tenure at Austin Prep 25:58 - Favorite part of the show? 27:25 - What was your favorite show? ***************************************************************************************************** About the Podcast: Welcome to The Restless Journey Podcast! Austin Prep's official podcast provides a closer look at the people, programs, and initiatives that exemplify our core values, and we look forward to periodically welcoming members of the Austin Prep community to share their insights on a wide range of topics, reflecting on who we are today and where we are heading tomorrow. You can find the #podcast on all these major podcast streaming platforms: Podbean: https://bit.ly/4lBOyb7 [https://bit.ly/4lBOyb7] Spotify: https://bit.ly/4evaqCx [https://bit.ly/4evaqCx] Apple: https://apple.co/44KGvmB [https://apple.co/44KGvmB] Amazon: https://amzn.to/3GsRVlF [https://amzn.to/3GsRVlF] #AustinPrep #podcast #therestlessjourney Please see below for our Official Site: https://www.austinprep.org/ [https://www.austinprep.org/]

The Restless Journey Podcast | Previewing the Senior Class Trip With our Disney Chaperones

About this Episode: With the Class of 2026 departing on their senior class trip to Disney World on Monday, November 17, Austin Prep's Senior Director of Communications, Tyler Fleming, is joined by experienced Disney chaperones AJ Benning, Dean of Students, Stephanie Choate, English Department Chair, and Peter Deluca, Math Faculty as they preview everything the senior class should expect on the trip. The capstone experience is often remembered by seniors as a highlight of their Austin Prep journey. Guests: AJ Benning, Dean of Students, Stephanie Choate, English Department Chair, and Peter Deluca, Math Faculty Host: Tyler Fleming, Director of Communications Produced: PJ Malafronte, Special Projects Manager Co-Produced: Nina Bramante, Assistant Director of Communications Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:45 - Welcome 2:54 - Why the trip is important 3:52 - The trip from the Dean of Students' perspective 5:04 - What should seniors expect? 6:40 - The operational aspects of the trip 17:51 - Bonding opportunities for staff 19:50 - Dr. Hickey loves Disney 23:00 - #TheGroupTexts 29:13 - Mickey Ice Cream for all ***************************************************************************************************** About the Podcast: Welcome to The Restless Journey Podcast! Austin Prep's official podcast provides a closer look at the people, programs, and initiatives that exemplify our core values, and we look forward to periodically welcoming members of the Austin Prep community to share their insights on a wide range of topics, reflecting on who we are today and where we are heading tomorrow. You can find the podcast on all these major podcast streaming platforms: Podbean: https://bit.ly/4lBOyb7 [https://bit.ly/4lBOyb7] Spotify: https://bit.ly/4evaqCx [https://bit.ly/4evaqCx] Apple: https://apple.co/44KGvmB [https://apple.co/44KGvmB] Amazon: https://amzn.to/3GsRVlF [https://amzn.to/3GsRVlF] #AustinPrep #podcast #therestlessjourney Please see below for our Official Site: https://www.austinprep.org/ [https://www.austinprep.org/]

The Restless Journey Podcast | Inspired Philanthropy at Austin Prep with Jonathan Pollard ’97

About this Episode: Austin Prep's Senior Director of Communications, Tyler Fleming, is joined by Jonathan Pollard '97, Associate Head of School, who in advance of Austin Prep's Day of Giving on November 13 discusses his new role in Development an the importance of inspired philanthropy at Austin Prep. Guest: Jonathan Pollard '97, Associate Head of School Host: Tyler Fleming, Director of Communications Produced: PJ Malafronte, Special Projects Manager Co-Produced: Nina Bramante, Assistant Director of Communications Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:45 - Welcome 2:16 - Role in new podcast studio 3:56 - New role in development ***************************************************************************************************** About the Podcast: Welcome to The Restless Journey Podcast! Austin Prep's official podcast provides a closer look at the people, programs, and initiatives that exemplify our core values, and we look forward to periodically welcoming members of the Austin Prep community to share their insights on a wide range of topics, reflecting on who we are today and where we are heading tomorrow. You can find the podcast on all these major podcast streaming platforms: Podbean: https://bit.ly/4lBOyb7 [https://bit.ly/4lBOyb7] Spotify: https://bit.ly/4evaqCx [https://bit.ly/4evaqCx] Apple: https://apple.co/44KGvmB [https://apple.co/44KGvmB] Amazon: https://amzn.to/3GsRVlF [https://amzn.to/3GsRVlF] #AustinPrep #podcast #therestlessjourney Please see below for our Official Site: https://www.austinprep.org/ [https://www.austinprep.org/]