Between the Bells
Welcome to Between the Bells—a space where high school students dive into the unfiltered realities of teenage life, hosted by Seneca Valley students, Alexa, Annelise, Cami, Maddie, Lucy, and Ruby. From mental health and friendships to academic pressure, identity, social media, and everything in between, we’re here to explore the issues that matter most to today’s teenagers.
Episode are packed with honest conversations, relatable stories, sometimes special guests, and always the kind of insights you don’t always get in the classroom. Whether it’s tackling tough topics, celebrating small victories, or navigating the ups and downs of growing up, Between the Bells gives students a space to be heard and to hear from others who are navigating the same messy moments —and finding strength, humor, and growth along the way.
Here the bell doesn't end the lesson - it starts the conversation.
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Episodes
9 episodes
The Final Bell: Dreams, Decisions, and Senior Goodbyes
On this special senior spotlight episode of Between the Bells, we talk with graduating seniors Connor and London about the excitement, pressure, and emotions that come with the final weeks of high school. From senioritis and favorite m...
Judgement
Judgement. How does it show up in everyday high school life? From appearance and friend groups to social pressure and self-confidence, in this episode we explore how judgement shapes who we think we need to be. We discuss the fear o...
Next Steps (No Pressure)
In this episode, we talk with our guest, SV Sophomore, Quinn, honestly about the stress of future planning, grades, and the pressure to have everything figured out. Through real stories and reflection, this episode explores uncertainty, changin...
It's Not "Just a Joke" - Part 2
In this episode of Between the Bells, we sit down with two 10th-grade students, Jason and Kyle, to talk honestly about what negativity, peer pressure, and bullying look like for boys in high school.We talk about how guys sometim...
It's Not "Just a Joke"
In this episode of Between the Bells, we have an open and honest conversation about bullying—what it is, how it shows up in high school today, and how it affects students. We discuss topics like gossip, online behaviors, stereotypes, and the di...
Doing the Hard Thing: Navigating AP World & Beyond with Mrs. Derrico
In this episode of Between the Bells, we sat down with AP World History teacher Mrs. Derrico to find out the truths behind the scary AP label. From tears on her first day of teaching to the joy of helping students grow, Mrs. Derrico de...
We're Fine. It's just Quarterlies.
What’s it like facing quarterlies, late nights, and endless to-dos? The Between the Bells hosts open up about study strategies, test anxiety, and the pressure to succeed in school, all while balancing school, sports, clubs, and life. From...