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PODCAST

The Happy Kid Project

Oak Knoll School

The Happy Kid Project — by Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child, a private Catholic PK-12 school in Summit, New Jersey — explores how students grow into their most joyful, purposeful, and empowered selves.

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All Episodes

06:43

Maddi Niebanck ’13: A Stroke of Luck

The Happy Kid Project ·

2023/01/24

It was the summer after her graduation from Georgetown University. She was all set to enjoy a few months off and then start her professional career at a new job in Boston. She finally had some time to schedule corrective surgery for a Brain AVM that had been plaguing her with terrible migraines since the age of seven. Everything was about to change. At a special assembly, Oak Knoll graduate Maddi Niebanck ’13 shares her incredible journey after suffering a near-fatal stroke at the age of 22.

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05:10

Physics First: Why Oak Knoll Students Learn Physics...

The Happy Kid Project ·

2023/01/18

It seems that school's have been teaching the sciences in a certain order dating back to the launching of Sputnik and the cold war period, but Oak Knoll has decided to re-order that sequence in a way that makes more sense for students of today.

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05:27

The Christmas Spirit: An Audio Postcard

The Happy Kid Project ·

2022/12/22

For this, our last podcast of the calendar year, we take you on an auditory tour through the month of December at Oak Knoll. Share in the Christmas spirit and enjoy this fun collage of activities – from decking the halls to icing gingerbread houses, from trees engineered out of books to pre-kindergarten singalongs. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

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06:11

Cracking the Code: Computer Science Education Week at...

The Happy Kid Project ·

2022/12/12

Audio postcards from Oak Knoll's Lower School as our youngest learners celebrate Computer Science Education Week. Gain an audio glimpse into our PK-6 classrooms as students delve into the world of coding, problem-solving, critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity.

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05:16

How Oak Knoll's Writing Center Cultivates Student...

The Happy Kid Project ·

2022/11/30

Oak Knoll's Writing Center provides a unique opportunity for middle and high school students to take on leadership roles while supporting their peers. Hear how the Writing Center increases student confidence, leadership skills, and academic excellence in a safe and supportive space.

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05:41

Being in Community With Others - Service Day

The Happy Kid Project ·

2022/11/16

Hear how Oak Knoll instills a sense of service in students, connecting their own experiences and the needs of the wider world. We sit down with Michele Van Kalsbeck, Oak Knoll's Director of Campus Ministry and Theology Teacher, about our annual day of service. During this episode, she talks about using this day as an essential jumping-off point to remind students that being in service is a mindset that should be ever-present rather than an activity performed for others.

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05:24

How Oak Knoll's Peer Leader Program Builds...

The Happy Kid Project ·

2022/10/31

From Peer to Leader: We talk with Oak Knoll senior Laura R. '23, Peer Leader Head Coordinator, about how the program promotes social and emotional health and leadership skills in students.

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05:07

29th Annual Oak Knoll Royal Boutique

The Happy Kid Project ·

2022/10/24

Oak Knoll invites members of the community to join us on campus for the 29th Annual Royal Boutique on November 3-5, 2022. More than 35 vendors from around the country participate, including homegoods, jewelry, holiday decor and gifts, and more.

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22:42

Episode 6: Volunteering and Giving Back

The Happy Kid Project ·

2022/09/09

Oak Knoll welcomed Richard Uniacke, President of Bridges Outreach, to talk about how students can get involved in the fight to end homelessness, stand out and give back in a meaningful way, and support the organization's overall mission by participating in the upcoming Streets 2 Homes 5K event.

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09:11

Episode 5: Getting Involved at OKS

The Happy Kid Project ·

2022/08/11

We chat with rising senior Zahra Jones '23 ahead of the 2022-23 school year about the many ways students can get involved at Oak Knoll.

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Episode 4: Mental Health and Athletics

The Happy Kid Project ·

2022/05/18

A special Mental Health Awareness Month episode featuring a recent presentation on student-athletes and the pressures associated with competing in competitive sports. Featuring: Dr. Kelly Childs, Oak Knoll School Athletic Director; Dr. Melissa Maskery, Oak Knoll’s Athletic Trainer; Christine Mahoney, Oak Knoll's Upper School Counselor; and Dr. Ashley M. Zultanky, a Certified School Psychologist and clinical psychology postdoctoral Fellow at Behavior Therapy Associates.

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19:46

Episode 3: The Importance of Black History Month

The Happy Kid Project ·

2022/02/15

Melissa Miller, Oak Knoll’s Director of Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, and Justice sits down with Desiree Mitchell ’23, Oak Knoll junior and leader of the Black Scholars Club, discussing the importance of February’s Black History Month and celebrating Black history all year-round.

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13:28

Episode 2: The Science of SEL

The Happy Kid Project ·

2022/01/19

Regina Cherill, Oak Knoll's Lower School Science Teacher for grades 4-6, talks about the importance of weaving social and emotional learning into the science and math curriculum.

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15:33

Episode 1: Building Confidence in Middle School Girls

The Happy Kid Project ·

2021/09/26

After unveiling the school's new confidence-building signature program, EmpowHER, this fall, we caught up with Upper School Division Head Kathryn McGroarty to discuss the confidence gap in middle school girls and how Oak Knoll is empowering students.

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19:56

Episode 10: Addressing Children's Social and...

The Happy Kid Project ·

2021/04/22

In Part II of Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child's "Parenting During the Pandemic" series, Dr. Jennifer Butler-Sweeney, Upper School psychologist, discusses tactics parents can use to address the social and emotional impact of COVID-19 on middle and high school students.

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16:19

Reunion 2021: Relive, Remember, Reconnect

The Happy Kid Project ·

2021/03/31

This special bonus episode of the Academically Speaking podcast brings together several Oak Knoll School alumnae who are celebrating milestones during this year’s virtual Reunion, taking place on April 24-25, 2021. Listen to these special alumnae as they relive, remember and reconnect on shared memories from Oak Knoll. Note: This episode was recorded following social distancing rules via Zoom. Please excuse the spotty internet service that could not be avoided under pandemic circumstances!

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18:17

Episode 9: Parenting During the Pandemic Part I

The Happy Kid Project ·

2021/03/04

This special four-part parenting podcast will cover all your burning questions about how to best protect and support your child’s mental health, their social life and development, and the ins-and outs of virtual learning during the pandemic. Part I features Melissa Nelson, Oak Knoll's Lower School Guidance Counselor, who talks about the pandemic's impact on the mental health of our youngest learners and how parents can support their child during this time.

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11:13

Episode 8: Student Perspective with Lizzie Athaide '21

The Happy Kid Project ·

2021/01/22

Oak Knoll senior Lizzie Athaide '21 talks remote and in-person learning during COVID-19, her plans post-graduation and how she has navigated leading the school as student body president during these uncertain times.

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08:02

Episode 7: Demystifying the Financial Aid Process

The Happy Kid Project ·

2021/01/06

We talk with Kelly Dun, Oak Knoll's Director of Enrollment Management and Financial Aid, to discuss the process of applying for financial aid, misconceptions about the process and how to get started. Learn more about financial aid process at Oak Knoll.

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10:22

Episode 6: Prioritizing Service During a Pandemic

The Happy Kid Project ·

2020/11/20

Community service is at the heart of Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child's mission. In Episode 6, we sit down with Michele Van Kalsbeck, Upper School Theology teacher and Campus Ministry member, as she describes the changing ways Oak Knoll continues to prioritize service during the pandemic.

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