Season 1 · Episode 11 · Nov 27, 2024

Mr. Marcia on Teaching, Creativity, Lifelong Impact, and the Power of the Theme System

Hosted by Charlie Martin & Jack NelsonMiddle School Faculty34 minutes

In Episode 11 of The Late Start Show, Charlie Martin and Jack Nelson sit down with legendary fifth-grade social studies teacher Mr. Marcia to explore his incredible journey as a teacher. Mr. Marcia shares his path to University School, including his early experiences in outdoor education, teaching at various schools across the U.S., and ultimately finding his home at US, where he has shaped countless lives over the past 27 years.


The conversation delves into Mr. Marcia's innovative teaching philosophies, his passion for integrated education, and offers invaluable insights into the art of teaching and the beauty of fostering creativity in students. This episode is an inspiring celebration of a teacher who has truly made a lasting impact on the University School family.


Credits to Theo Walter for Production and Editing, Jay Miller and Nico Morelli for the Sports and News segment, Russ Nobles for the Intro and Outro songs, Mr. Wickboldt for being our advisor, and you for listening to our podcast and keeping up with the latest US news.

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