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Interview: Dutch Exchange Student Nina van Meerten

No Author — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 23:10:00 EST

Nina van Meerten is an exchange student from Holland. The Phoenix asked her about her experiences in the U.S. so far.

Teacher Focus: Ms. O'Connor

No Author — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 19:44:00 EST

Ms. Tamsin has taken leave from teaching, and a new long term substitute, Ms. O�Connor, is taking over her classes. Before coming here, Ms. O�Connor worked at Wilton Public Schools in a couple of different special education programs. Earlier this year she held a long term substituting position for a sixth grade English class in Wilton. Ms. O�Connor will be teaching here for the rest of the year. . .

Teacher Focus: Mr. Heiss

No Author — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 21:13:00 EST

Mr. Heiss is a physics student teacher, whose cooperating teacher is Mr. Iaiennaro. He was an intern at PHS all of last year, although, he explained to me, one does not need to be an intern before becoming a student teacher. . .

Meet the Freshman Class President: Heather Weber

No Author — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 21:11:00 EST

The Phoenix talked to Heather Weber, the newly elected freshman class president. 

Meet Mark of Cain

No Author — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:49:00 EST

Pomperaug�s band The Mark of Cain, featuring Billy Bivona, Jon Way, Mike Jones, and Joe Delvicario, has been growing in popularity lately. We caught up with them before their practice during the October storm. . .

Meet Region 15's Teacher of the Year: Ms. Driscoll

No Author — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 18:35:00 EST

Ms. Driscoll was recently named Region 15's Teacher of the Year. Read this interview to find out her favorite parts of PHS, what she does in her free time, her advice for other teachers and students, and more!

Meet the Class Officers! Junior President: Mengting Zhang

No Author — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 18:30:00 EST

Mengting Zhang was just elected Junior Class President. Find out what she's planning to do during her term!

Meet the Class Officers! Sophomore President: Tom DePalma

No Author — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 18:14:00 EST

Tom DePalma was just elected Sophomore Class President! Find out what he plans to do in his term.

Teacher Spotlight: Pomperaug's Four New Teachers

No Author — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 15:30:00 EST

This year, Pomperaug High School didn't just welcome in the Class of 2015, but we were also introduced to four new teachers! The Phoenix interviewed the four newest additions to our academic team about their first impressions of the school and their interests. Say hello to Ms. Gilland (science), Ms. Werner (math), Mr. Mesh (science), and Ms. Saraiva (practical law, civics, and psychology).

Meet Pomperaug's New Director of Guidance: Mrs. Kosicki

No Author — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 15:26:00 EST

Mrs. Kosicki has joined the guidance department this year as Director of Guidance. Read on to find out what her job is like, what her favorite movie is, her dream job, and more!

Interview: New Year Premiere

No Author — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 17:54:00 EST

New Year Premiere is Pomperaug�s very own small town band. A few years back, before they became New Year Premiere, members of the band were parts of two rival bands in the Region 15 school district. Over time they fused together and became Without Reason, then Turn Off the Silence, and finally New Year Premiere. Nick Tornatore is vocals and guitar. Mike Varrone is lead guitar. Steve Ibanez is vocals and bass and Ari Burger is on the drums. Nick and Mike tell all in this interview with the Phoenix, which you can also watch online at youtube.com/phsphoenix.

Teacher Spotlight: Dr. Bosman

No Author — Thu, 12 May 2011 20:35:00 EST

You may know Dr. Bosman from participating in clubs like Big Brother, Big Sister, or maybe from French class, but many people don�t know of the intricate details of her unbelievably unique life. Check out the interview below to find out more about Pomperaug�s famous French teacher!

Interview: Mile Marker Zero

No Author — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 21:33:00 EST

The first Connecticut band to have its music available for download on the popular RockBand game is Mile Marker Zero. They aren�t like just any other band though. Three of their members met and started performing together right here at Pomperaug High School and are now opening for famous bands and touring around the country. . .

Dr. Bosman Speaks About French Exchange

No Author — Sat, 26 Mar 2011 21:27:00 EST

The Phoenix talked to Dr. Bosman, chair of the Foreign Language Department and organizer of the recent French exchange trip, about the exchange. Although the interview didn't make it into the last issue on time, here are Dr. Bosman's thoughts on the trip. . .

Interview: Zach Berkman

No Author — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 23:58:00 EST

Recently, the Phoenix interviewed Zach Berkman, a singer/songwriter and music producer from New York City. As well as having a solo album and a few EPs on iTunes, his band The District also released its new album, Wellfleet, on December 21st. To watch the full interview and hear him sing one of his songs, visit youtube.com/phsphoenix.

PHS Profile: Cafeteria Staff

No Author — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 20:57:00 EST

Every day, many students at Pomperaug are served lunch from the kitchen in the school cafeteria. Many of us don�t think twice about what goes on behind those counters. But have you ever wondered what the women that serve you the food are actually like back there? Here is an interview with one of the PHS lunch staff.

Interview: Derek DiFronzo

No Author — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 20:23:00 EST

Last Sunday, I got the chance to chat with Derek DiFronzo, who is the lead singer of both an acoustic duet called Side Street Duo and of an alternative American rock band called Near Fall. Here's our interview!

Interview: New Junior Class President

No Author — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 18:25:00 EST

Over the last couple weeks of school, two juniors at Pomperaug High School ran against one another to become the new junior class president: David Flisher and Alexandra Cambra. After the election, David Flisher came out victorious. The Phoenix interviewed the new junior president.

Talking to College Freshmen

No Author — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 17:31:00 EST

Are you wondering what college is like? Already thinking about your freshman year? Maybe you want to hear about the dorms, or meeting new people, or what the transition from PHS is like. The Phoenixasked two 2010 Pomperaug graduates, Jay Purwin and Shelby Coppola, about these topics and more. Read on to find out about their first few weeks of college!

Interview: German Exchange Student

No Author — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 06:00:00 EST

Marvin Oswald is an exchange student from Germany who will be at PHS for five months. The Phoenix talked to him about his experiences so far. . .