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Dr. Christopher Smith is the new principal at Troy High School! In this quick interview, we learn more about who he is and why he wanted to join us here in Troy. Welcome, Dr. Smith! Podcast by Azra Yildiz & Seowoo Kim, Creative Guild Student Producers.

Superintendent Dr. Rich Machesky tours the new Smith Middle School with principal Ryan Brinks. After several construction update videos since our groundbreaking in May 2024, we are excited to finally see students in the building with the start of the 2026-2027 school year. Thank you to our Troy community for helping us bring this vision to life.

Many young adults often wish they had learned more in high school about topics such as finance and taxes. One student has taken matters into their own hands. In this TSD World Class Podcast, we speak with Saanvi Rameswarapu, a freshman student at the International Academy East, about her recent achievement of writing and publishing her first book, focusing on financial literacy for teens.

Superintendent Dr. Rich Machesky tours the construction site of the future Smith Middle School with principal Ryan Brinks as we prepare to open the building in the fall for the 2026-2027 school year.

The language you speak forms the basis of your learning journey, influencing how you think and determining the depth of your opportunities. Those who learn more than one language often find that the world they live in becomes wider, richer, and fuller of possibilities. In this podcast, we hear from a current student and a recent high school graduate about their unique opportunity to become an exchange student and attend high school in Japan.

TSD Service Spotlight is a student-produced podcast series about individuals in our district who support and impact others. This episode features Natalie Selweski, Spanish teacher at International Academy East.Podcast by Angelina Matti, a Creative Guild Student Producer.

He's a reporter at WXYZ Channel 7 News Detroit, but Brett Kast first discovered his on-camera talents as a student here in Troy. In this TSD Alumni Profile Podcast, we hear from Brett about how his time in the Athens TV class inspired him to take his passions beyond our walls, sharing his voice will millions across Metro Detroit.

Superintendent Dr. Rich Machesky shares a conversation with students and staff at Troy Union Elementary School about their love of reading.

Eric Flessa is a teacher at Troy College & Career High School who previously student taught at Athens High School and has subsequently spent his entire teaching career in the Troy School District. In this interview we discuss his journey and passion for what he does everyday. Podcast by Meera Iyer, a Creative Guild Student Producer.

Juggling multiple sports during a single season is difficult for students to manage. Troy Athens senior Kata Tasich details the grind of simultaneously playing varsity basketball and competing in powerlifting. Podcast by Taryn Fritzsching, a Creative Guild Student Producer.

TSD Service Spotlight is a student-produced podcast series about individuals in our district who support and impact others. This episode features Kendra Montante, TSD Director of Communications and Strategic Initiatives.Podcast by Angelina Matti, a Creative Guild Student Producer.

This is Jesse Allgeier's first school year as an assistant principal, but she is no stranger to Troy High School. In this interview we discuss her passion for education, her experience as a counselor, and what led her to joining our community. Podcast by Meera Iyer, a Creative Guild Student Producer.

Career and Technical Education classes are highly valuable opportunities for students to gain career readiness skills. These programs are spotlighted nationally every February to promote how work-based learning experiences in school lead to future careers. The Troy School District continues this national conversation with Superintendent Dr. Rich Machesky, featuring CTE Supervisor Mike Munaco and Athens teacher Adam Burns.

Superintendent Dr. Rich Machesky shares a conversation with Director of Athletics Matt Jansen about the learning opportunities for our student athletes and how participating as part of a team supports belonging in the Troy School District.

Superintendent Dr. Rich Machesky tours the construction site of the future Smith Middle School with principal Ryan Brinks.