Roll out the red carpet because this week on Straight from the Mustang’s Mouth, we are celebrating Brick Memorial’s finest!

We are honored to be joined by this year’s Governor’s Educators of the Year: Mr. Curran Fallen and Mrs. Maria Lupo. Hosts Collin Crawford and Clarke Patterson sit down with the award-winning duo to hear their reactions to receiving this prestigious honor and what it means to represent the best of BMHS.

But it’s not all serious business; Mr. Fallen and Mrs. Lupo also face the gauntlet of our brand-new Teacher Spotlight questions! Tune in to hear their stories, share some laughs, and find out what makes these two educators truly stand out.

Congratulations to our winners!

Freshman Ava Miller sits down with Ms. Barbara Stansbury for our Teacher Spotlight series on "Straight from the Mustang's Mouth"! Get to know Ms. Stansbury beyond the classroom as they chat about her favorite movies, the classes she teaches, hidden talents, and her surprising confession about why she can't stand Jake Gyllenhaal! It's a fun and revealing conversation that shows a different side of one of Brick Memorial's beloved teachers. Don't miss this entertaining episode!

Patriotism takes the mic! In this high-energy episode, public speaking teacher Ms. Barbara Stansbury introduces the champions of the Voice of Democracy scholarship competition.

Sponsored by VFW Post 8867, these students didn't just write speeches; they found their voices. Listen in as our top three winners read their prize-winning entries:

• Marra Tanay (1st Place)

• Samantha Kurek (2nd Place)

• Sean Collins (3rd Place)

Hear the future of democracy, spoken with pride and purpose. This is the student perspective, delivered Straight from the Mustang’s Mouth.

Bonjour, Mustangs! We are back with a brand new episode of Straight from the Mustang’s Mouth!

This week, we are rolling out the red carpet for the return of Brick Memorial High School’s very own French teacher, Madam Jennifer Schwester! Hosting the chaos are sophomores Isabella LaBruno and Layla Ambrose, who are taking over the microphones for their official podcast debut.

Get ready for some serious hot takes as Madam Schwester dishes on her absolute favorite snacks, unleashes her hatred for energy drinks (seriously, put the Monster down!), and reveals the one movie that every single student needs to watch before they graduate.

Grab your headphones (but maybe not an energy drink) and tune in!

Collin Crawford welcomes Ms. Delaney Cronin, Brick Memorial's new Head of School-Based Services, to "Straight from the Mustang's Mouth"! Ms. Cronin shares her excitement about joining the Mustang family, offers up a classic movie recommendation you won't want to miss, and reveals the secret to being both Type A and Type B at the same time. Get to know the newest member of our support team and learn how she's here to help our students thrive. Welcome to the herd, Ms. Cronin!

What is the one thing every senior needs to hear? We went straight to the source! In this episode of "Straight from the Mustang's Mouth," we asked Brick Memorial High School alumni to share the single most crucial piece of advice they wish they had received before graduating and heading out into the real world.

Forget the usual clichés. These graduates deliver honest, actionable insights on everything from practical finance and career expectations to managing change and defining success on your own terms. This is the indispensable senior wisdom, delivered by the people who have been there.

Lights, camera, action! Mr. Bloom, Giana Schroeder, and Mr. Stefanelli take you on a nostalgic journey through 1995 on "Straight from the Mustang's Mouth" as they draft their favorite films that turned 30 this year! From blockbusters to cult classics, hear which movies made the cut and why 1995 was such an iconic year for cinema. Whether you're a film buff or just love a good debate, this episode is packed with entertainment, nostalgia, and plenty of Mustang opinions. Grab your popcorn and tune in!

Get into the holiday spirit with this special festive episode of "Straight from the Mustang's Mouth"! Teachers and students share heartwarming and hilarious memories of the best gifts Santa ever left under their trees. From childhood dreams come true to unforgettable surprises, hear the stories that made Christmas morning magical for our Brick Memorial community. Whether it was a coveted toy, a cherished keepsake, or something totally unexpected, these memories will warm your heart and remind you of the joy of the season. Happy holidays, Mustangs!