The Gabes Gab Podcast
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Season 1
Episode 7, May 29, 2025
Episode 7: Tips for Summer Fun🎙️
In this episode, hear from 3 of our 4th grade students about what they like to do for summer fun!
Episode 6, May 8, 2025
Episode 6: Nutrition🎙️
In our upcoming episode, we sit down with Kathleen Wellman, a wellness expert with extensive experience in nutrition and exercise. She shares practical advice on fueling kids for their day—from why protein and fiber at breakfast matter, to what (and when) to eat before a big game. Get tips on easy lunch ideas, healthy snacks, hydration, and even navigating sugar intake. Kathleen also dives into how food choices affect mood, energy, and focus—plus where to shop and how to stay on track during busy weeks, summer break, and vacation season. Don’t miss this informative and relatable episode!
Episode 5, April 3, 2025
Episode 5: Friends 🎙️
Join Mrs. Snoke and our wonderful school counselors—Mrs. Pedroli, Mrs. Anderson, and Mrs. Downing—as they explore the topic of FRIENDS in elementary school. This episode dives into how friendships are formed, what healthy friendships look like, and practical tips for being a good friend. It's a heartwarming and helpful conversation for students and parents alike!
Episode 4, November 26, 2024
Episode 4: Advent 🎙️
In this episode, Mrs. Snoke and 5th grader Olivia interviewed Fr. Tran, asking him insightful questions about Advent, and learning about meaningful ways to celebrate the season at home.
Episode 3, November 21, 2024
Episode 3: Catherine's House 🎙️
In this episode, Mrs. Snoke sits down with Mrs. Kathy Gauger, the Executive Director of Catherine’s House. Mrs. Gauger shares insights into this incredible organization that provides vital support to women experiencing homelessness. Together, they discuss how our school’s Christmas drive has become one of the highlights of Mrs. Gauger’s year.
Episode 2, October 31, 2024
Episode 2: The Impact of Connected Devices on Elementary Children 🎙️
In this episode of The Gabes Gab Podcast, we explore the effects of connected devices—like laptops, phones, and wearables—on our elementary-age children. Hosted by Mrs. Snoke, Principal, and joined by St. Gabriel parent and technology expert Meri Short, we dive into:
- School Rules: Our device policies and why they matter.
- Effects on Kids: Declines in social, interpersonal, and language skills; impulsivity; a culture of instant gratification; depression in kids 10-19; and struggles with in-person connection.
- Informed Choices for Parents: Options to help parents make empowered decisions about tech use.
- Who Has Access? How devices open a door to our kids’ lives and not the other way around.
- Behind the Design: Insights on how behavioralists work with engineers to create "addictive" games for young users.
- Pain Points: Specific challenges we see in our students.
Join us for our upcoming Screenagers screening to dive even deeper!
Episode 1, October 10, 2024
Episode 1: Highlights from "Scoop with Snoke" 🎙️
In the debut episode of The Gabes Gab Podcast, we’re recapping key takeaways from the recent "Scoop with Snoke" parent meeting. Hosted by Mrs. Snoke, Principal, and joined by Allison Walsh, Advancement Coordinator, we cover:
- Terra Nova Testing: Updates and what it means for students.
- Speech & Occupational Therapy Screenings: Resources available for our students.
- School Lunch Program: What’s new and how it works.
- Handling Forgotten Items: Tips for managing those last-minute needs.
Catch up on important school updates and insights from your St. Gabriel community!
Season 2
🎙️Episode 3: Conversation with Fr. Richard
In this week’s episode, Mrs. Snoke sits down with Father Richard to talk about our new virtue focus of Justice and what it means to live it out in our daily lives and within our school community. They also chat about the many wonderful happenings in our parish and celebrate a special milestone: Fr. Richard’s 6th anniversary as pastor of St. Gabriel!
🎙️Episode 2: Spelling Curriculum
Join Mrs. Snoke as she talks with our Academic Achievement teacher, Aimee Reap. You’ll get an amazing overview of our new spelling curriculum, why we made the switch, and how our students are being set up for future reading and spelling success!
🎙️Episode 1: Occupational Therapy
In our first episode of Season 2, Mrs. Snoke welcomes Heidi Tringali, founder of Tringali Occupational Therapy Services (T.O.T.S). Together, they explore how physical development supports learning—touching on the vestibular system, the value of organized sports, a need for disorganized sports, core strength, fine motor skills, sensory regulation, and even how kids can accurately self-assess to empower them as they grow into adults. It’s an insightful conversation packed with practical takeaways for parents and educators alike. Don't miss it!