Brighter on the Hillside

Lawrence Academy
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Welcome to Brighter on the Hillside. Lawrence Academy’s first-ever podcast celebrating our community and the many ways students shine brighter during their time on campus. Hosted by our very own Dean of Students, Equity & Campus Life Dennis Canty, join us as we explore life on the Elm Tree Shaded Hillside.

单集

  1. 10小时前

    Dare to Lead: Inspiring Confident, Authentic Leadership

    Listen as Dennis Canty sits down with four Lawrence Academy students who truly “walk the walk” as leaders. From team captains and club leaders to Spartan Leaders and dorm proctors, they reflect on the roles they’ve held, how their leadership journeys began by feeling comfortable being their authentic selves, and what it is about the environment at LA that cultivates and celebrates student leadership.

    35 分钟

  2. 3月2日

    Recognizing Every Learner: Deep Dive into Learning Support

    Listen in as host Dennis Canty sits down with our Director of Learning Support, Jen McAleer '03, and two students who have benefited from our Learning Support program. From building self-advocacy skills to strengthening time management and organization, they reflect on the meaningful skill development students experience and how the program empowers them to approach their learning at Lawrence Academy with confidence and independence.

    24 分钟

  3. 2月25日

    Dare to Do: Being Brave at LA

    Join host Dennis Canty for a conversation with current students about embracing challenges, taking risks, and learning to grow beyond their comfort zones at Lawrence Academy. From stepping on stage at the talent show to stretching into more advanced coursework, LA students reflect on how a supportive, spirited community gives them the confidence to be bold — and the courage to try something new.

    27 分钟

  4. 2月17日

    Empowered for What’s Next: College Counseling at LA

    Join host Dennis Canty for an inside look at Lawrence Academy’s college counseling program. In conversation with two seniors and college counselors Amy Selinger and Mia Ritter, this episode explores the mission-driven approach that shapes our work, the often-overlooked “hidden curriculum” of the college process, and the many ways our counselors recognize, inspire, support, and empower students from their first steps to their final decisions.

    39 分钟

  5. 1月15日

    Winterim: History, Purpose, and Impact on the Student Experience

    Join host Dennis Canty as he sits down with Winterim Director Tony Hawgood and a senior student to explore how three Winterim experiences have helped shape her journey at LA. From the program’s purpose to its lasting impact, this episode offers a deeper look at what makes Winterim so transformative.

    24 分钟

  6. 1月12日

    Learning at LA: Three Students Reflect on their Academic Journeys

    In the first episode of 2026, host Dennis Canty is joined by Dean of Faculty and Academic Affairs Christine Torigian, along with three Lawrence Academy students. Together, they explore the learning experience at LA and reflect on the academic growth and support these students have experienced during their time on campus.

    29 分钟

  7. 2025/12/05

    Advisory: The Heart of the LA Experience

    In our first full-length episode of Brighter on the Hillside, Host Dennis Canty is joined by one of his advisees. Additionally, Assistant Head of School Libby Margraf joins the table with one of her advisees. The group discusses Lawrence Academy's Advisory Program and why it's considered "the heart of the LA experience."

    20 分钟

  8. 2025/12/04

    An Introduction to Brighter on the Hillside

    In this introductory episode, our Host, Dennis Canty, is joined by Director of Admissions & Digital Strategy (and alum of LA) Sara Gillis '10 to chat about what you can expect as a listener, why she believes this show will help prospective families, and how it will keep you up-to-date about what's happening on campus.

    7 分钟

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关于

Welcome to Brighter on the Hillside. Lawrence Academy’s first-ever podcast celebrating our community and the many ways students shine brighter during their time on campus. Hosted by our very own Dean of Students, Equity & Campus Life Dennis Canty, join us as we explore life on the Elm Tree Shaded Hillside.

信息

  • 创作者
    Lawrence Academy
  • 活跃年份
    2025年 - 2026年
  • 单集
    8
  • 分级
    儿童适宜
  • 版权
    © 2026 Lawrence Academy
  • 节目网站
    Brighter on the Hillside