Grant Brugger & Colton Gile on Eighth Grade, High School Expectations, and Making an Impact
In Episode 23 of The Late Start Show, Charlie Martin and Jack Nelson sit down with Grant Brugger and Colton Gile, two eighth graders from University School’s Shaker Campus. They discuss their experiences as new students, their favorite moments from eighth grade, and their excitement and nerves about transitioning to the Upper School. From Founders Day to the house system, sports, and clubs, they share what makes the middle school experience special and how they’re preparing for the next chapter.
Grant and Colton also reflect on their involvement in local government, explaining how their letters to the mayor of South Russell helped push forward a project to install sidewalks and bike lanes in their community. They discuss the impact of their teachers, the lessons they’ve learned, and their goals for high school and beyond. Whether you're a current student, an alum, or just curious about student life at US, this episode offers an insightful and inspiring look at the middle school experience.
Credits to Theo Walter for Production and Editing, 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.
Grant Brugger is an eighth-grade student at University School's Shaker Campus. He joined the school at the start of his eighth-grade year. Grant is an active participant in school life, playing football, basketball, and baseball. He also engages in academic challenges, including the stock market challenge. Notably, Grant co-authored letters to the mayor of South Russell, advocating for the installation of sidewalks and bike lanes in his community.
Colton Gile is an eighth-grade student at University School's Shaker Campus. He began his time at the school in eighth grade. Colton is involved in various sports, playing football, basketball, and lacrosse. In his free time, he enjoys fishing. Colton, alongside Grant, made an impact by writing letters to the mayor of South Russell, which helped advance a project for sidewalks and bike lanes.