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the district; educating AB, together
About the Podcast
Educating AB, Together is a podcast hosted by Peter Light, Superintendent of the Acton-Boxborough Regional School District, that brings listeners inside the stories, voices, and values that shape our schools. Each episode features conversations with educators, staff, and leaders who make a difference every day in the lives of students.
Through authentic discussions about their journeys, challenges, and inspirations, the series reveals the heart of the Acton-Boxborough community—its dedication to relationships, inclusion, and student-centered learning. From the counseling office to the athletic fields, the main office to school leadership, Educating AB, Together celebrates the people who make education a shared, human endeavor.
Guests like Todd Chicko (Counseling Chair), Jim Scanlon (Director of Athletics), Gabi Innella (Office Administrator), and Anthony Zhang (Assistant Principal) share how they foster connection, belonging, and growth in an ever-changing educational landscape.
At its core, Educating AB, Together is about collaboration—between educators, families, and the broader community—working side by side to support every student’s success.
Episodes
8 episodes
episode eight: natalia kierul, director of special education
In this episode of the district; EDUCATING AB, TOGETHER, Superintendent Peter Light sits down with Natalia Kierul, the Director of Special Education, to discuss her journey and vision for the Acton-Boxborough schools. Natalia shares her ...
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episode seven: tori campbell, school committee chairperson
In this episode of the district; EDUCATING AB, TOGETHER, Superintendent Peter Light sits down with Tori Campbell, the chair of the school committee, to discuss the complex process of school reorganization in the Acton-Boxborough district...
episode six: wellness; heather stouch (psychologist), kaitlin nealon (educator), jessica rose (parent)
In this episode of the district; EDUCATING AB, TOGETHER, Superintendent Peter Light sits down with Heather Stouch, Director of SEL, Mental and Behavioral Health; Jess Rose, Merriam Parent; and Kaitlin Nealon, Merriam 2nd Grade Teacher, t...
episode five: christy nealon, principal
In this episode of the district; EDUCATING AB, TOGETHER, Superintendent Peter Light sits down with Christy Nealon to discuss the complexities of being a principal during a time of reorganization. Christy shares her journey within the Act...
episode four: anthony zhang, assistant principal
In this episode of the district; EDUCATING AB, TOGETHER, Peter Light interviews Anthony Zhang, an assistant principal at RJ Grey Junior High. Anthony shares his journey into education, his experiences as a teacher, and the impact he hope...
episode three: jim scanlon, director of athletics
In this episode of the district; EDUCATING AB, TOGETHER, Peter Light, the Superintendent of Acton-Boxborough schools, interviews Jim Scanlon, the athletic director, about his journey, the revitalization of athletics in the community, and...
episode two: gabi innella, office administrator
In this episode of the district; EDUCATING AB, TOGETHER, Superintendent Peter Light interviews Gabi Innella, the elementary office administrator at McCarthy Town Elementary School. Gabi shares her journey in education, emphasizing the im...
episode one: todd chicko, counseling chair
In this episode of the district; EDUCATING AB, TOGETHER, Peter Light, Superintendent of the Acton-Boxborough Schools, interviews Todd Chicko, the Counseling Chair. Todd shares his journey of over 31 years in education, reflecting on sign...