Flying solo--and suffering through the winter doldrums--Mr. Castagna hands the reins over to some of his Public Speaking students as seniors CHRISTIAN GORDON and TUCKER MACK give us a roving report on the boys basketball team (2:40), and senior CHARLES PROBST interviews senior dance team member MAGGIE PAVIS (9:55). Then, Mr. Castagna gets back behind the mic to chat with MRS. MOONEY about her new role as secretary in the front office (18:31). Got a suggestion? Drop us a line at SLSpartanLife@slsd.org. We are available on all major podcast platforms. Like and Subscribe on your device  and ..read more

On this year's Festivus episode, we feature package stories from Mr. Castagna's Public Speaking students as well as back-to-back teacher interviews! First up, SL's resident musicologist, COLBY MOONEY, leads an AIRING OF GRIEVANCES when he surveys students and staff about musical artists they think are overrated (1:50). Then the Gym Bros (NICK VENTRESCA and MICHAEL FLUCK) discuss fitness habits with community members eager to share their FEATS OF STRENGTH (13:36). After that, MRS. SCHIFFER stops by to tell us all about her new gig here at SL and explain what it's like to be a "Horse Mom" (22:19 ..read more

After Mr. Castagna helps talk Mr. Haupt through his FALL FATIGUE (1:39), our hosts sit down with junior LEAH LAZUREK and sophomore MADELYN LOGHMANI to dissect season five of COBRA KAI (6:21). They then speak with senior powerlifter ELYSE PAUGH about how she found her way to the gym and how it's made her a stronger, more confident individual (26:05). Finally, Ms. Scoralik stops by to discuss the wide array of experiences that inspired her to become a tech ed teacher (52:06). Interested in recording your own version of the new Spartan Life theme song??? Wanna suggest someone we should feature on ..read more

Our Homecoming episode features candidates for the homecoming crown as well as appearances from staff members who will be actively involved in the annual pep rally. We first reiterate our call for musicians who can RE-RECORD OUR THEME SONG for us in the hope that we can find someone--anyone--who can sing it better than Mr. Haupt and Mr. Castagna (1:15). After that, we challenge the community with another TRIVIA QUESTION, this one focusing on the immortal cinema classic, The Karate Kid (3:07). Mr. Castagna then chats with a handful of teachers--including Senorita Swartz, Mr. Schrader, and Mrs ..read more

We're baaaaaaack!!! In our Season 5 premiere, Haupt and Castagna put the call out to listeners for a few brave souls willing to RECORD THEIR OWN VERSION of the new Spartan Life theme song (0:10). We then offer a TRIVIA QUESTION (1:46) related to that new theme song that's good for Spartan Life swag or EXTRA CREDIT in a class of your choice! After that, we touch base with a handful of students and staff members--including Katie Farrell, Mr. Zeisloft, and Jack Inglis--to find out HOW THEY SPENT THEIR SUMMER VACATION (4:16). We then have the privilege of sitting down with senior A.J. MONCMAN to h ..read more

In our final go-round with an act performing at this year's Battle of the Bands, we chat with The Bassments, the all-girl group who won the inaugural BOTB event last April. What have they been up to since their decisive victory last year? What changes have they made to their lineup? How prepared are they to defend their crown on April 28th? Listen along and find out the answers to these questions and more, only on The Spartan Life! Looking to buy tickets for BOTB??? Hit up the members of The Bassments or any other band in the competition, or simply stop by Room 123 at any time. GA tickets are ..read more

This week, your hosts chat with the members of Pitchblende as they prepare to perform at this year's Battle of the Bands on Thursday, April 28th. It's their second appearance at a Battle of the Bands event. Will their prior experience equal victory this time around? Find out when they take the stage later this month. Looking to buy tickets for BOTB??? Hit up the members of Pitchblende or any other band in the competition or simply stop by Room 123 at any time. GA tickets are just $5.00. VIP tickets are $10.00 and include entry into a series of raffles at the event. Tickets will also be availab ..read more

Sit down with Castagna and Haupt as they discuss all things METAL with Lads of Kayos, one of the bands that will take the stage at The Spartan Life's 2nd Annual Battle of the Bands on Thursday, April 28th. Looking to buy tickets for BOTB??? Hit up one of the bands in the competition or stop by Room 123. GA tickets are just $5.00. VIP tickets are $10.00 and include entry into a series of raffles at the event. Tickets will also be available at the door. All proceeds benefit MiniTHON and the fight against childhood cancer ..read more

On this episode, Castagna and Haupt sit down with the district's new superintendent, Dr. Michael Mahon. Hear all about his long career in education, what drew him to Southern Lehigh, and the ambitious plans he has for the district ..read more

To liven up this holiday season, we’ve put together an hour or so of fun festivities that you can listen to while cozying up to the fireplace and sipping some hot cocoa. On this episode, we take you inside Habitat for Humanity’s Gingerbread House Building Contest, getting the skinny from Zoe Hess and Autumn Garges. Then, we sit down with Sra. Deterville to hear about her exotic roots, love of the Spanish language, and thoughts on making the transition from the Elementary to high school level. Finally, we chat with senior Colleen Schlieman about her old soul, gothic sensibilities, and plans for ..read more