Through engaging stories, thoughtful conversations and behind-the-scenes insights, we invite you to explore every facet of our school, from our student-centered approach to teaching and learning to candid perspectives about our admissions process. PDS Perspectives offers an authentic glimpse into the unique spirit and academic excellence that defines Princeton Day School. Join us as we share the stories, voices and moments that make our community truly one of a kind.
Ep. 10 - Learning Beyond the Classroom: Inside Mini Course Week with Nicole Mangino
Host Nicole Mangino shares the unique joys and learning experiences middle schoolers gain during Mini Course Week in this interview.
27 Aug 2025
Ep. 9 - Ready for Anything: Values-Driven College Planning with Sarah Graham
Director of College Counseling Sarah Graham interviews with the host about values-driven college planning, guiding students toward personal fit, academic passion, and life purpose.
27 Aug 2025
Ep. 8 - From Seed to Table: Learning in the Garden with Pam Flory
Pam Flory, PDS Garden Educator, shares how the PDS garden cultivates science, sustainability, and community across grade levels in this interview.
27 Aug 2025
Ep. 7 - Art that Anchors: The Gallery as Classroom with Gwen Shockey
Gwen Shockey, director of the Ann Reid ’72 Art Gallery, discusses how gallery exhibitions foster critique and conversation, revealing art's role in intellectual life in this interview.
4 Dec 2024
Ep. 6 - One-on-One with Eric Rempe, Visual Arts Faculty and Greenhouse Manager
"Students have to really embrace failure as part of the learning process because failure is the ultimate teacher."
In this episode, Julie chats with faculty member Eric Rempe about how artmaking is more than just creating tangible pieces, it's about helping students better understand themselves and their capacity for growth and discovery.
4 Dec 2024
Ep. 5 - One-on-One with Stan Cahill, Director of Performing & Fine Arts/Design
"We collaborate with the kids, and they are as much a creative force on any project as I am. I get the ideas from them."
In this episode, Julie chats with longstanding faculty member Stan Cahill about helping students safely explore creative risk-taking, building confidence and fostering authentic self-expression.
4 Dec 2024
Ep. 4 - Minds in Motion: The PDS Approach to Learning
"The PDS classroom is such a unique space. It's vibrant, it's fun, it's challenging, and it's always, always changing."
In this episode, Julie chats with Lower School teacher Christina Lee '00 and Upper School English Department Chair Dr. Karen Latham on how PDS students are taught to become active participants in their learning.
4 Dec 2024
Ep. 3 - One-on-One with Courtney White, Director of Sustainability and Environmental Education
"The garden sparks curiosity. It gives students an opportunity to work on social-emotional skills, on civil discourse. To talk and to listen, to share ideas, to wonder together, to think creatively, to test ideas, to experiment, to tinker."
In this episode, Julie chats with faculty member Courtney White about experiential learning in the garden and teaching kitchen and the importance of hands-on environmental education.
4 Dec 2024
Ep. 2 - Heart of a Panther: Character Building in Action
"We know that the brain works best when you make mistakes. You try something, and you fail, and your brain does a better job of remembering it next time. It's the same with building social-emotional skills."
In this episode, Julie chats with Jonathan Martin, Middle School dean and performing arts faculty, and Director of Athletics and Physical Education Katie Fay on the importance of creating opportunities for students to build resilience, teamwork and emotional intelligence.
4 Dec 2024
Ep. 1 - Navigating the Application Process
"On your tour, really take the time to imagine what your life would look like in the hallways, in the campus center, outside of the classroom. Take the time to look around and get a sense of, 'Would I have fun here?' I can say that the answer will absolutely be yes."
In this episode, Julie chats with students Gabby '26 and Luke '25, along with new Pre-K parent Derick Diaz, on their personal experiences with the PDS admissions journey and their best advice for prospective students and families.
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