The Panther Pod Season 2, Episode 17: Dr. Russell Johnston

Matteo Ventresca ’25 and Manny Pickup ’26 • May 18, 2025

Dr. Russell Johnston
PHOTO: Matteo Ventresca ’25
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On the seventeenth episode of The Panther Pod, hosts Matteo Ventresca and Manny Pickup welcome Dr. Russell Johnston, the new Superintendent of the Wallingford-Swarthmore School District. Johnston began his role on May 1, bringing experience from his previous position at the Massachusetts Department of Education.

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About the Contributors

Matteo Ventresca ’25, Editor-in-Chief

Matteo Ventresca is the Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Panther Press. He oversees the publication and its writers to ensure that the Panther Press gets the best out of every issue. Outside of the Panther Press, Matteo plays the trombone and enjoys watching soccer… a lot.

Manny Pickup ’26, Podcast Host

Manny is a junior at Strath Haven and co-host of The Panther Pod. He plays soccer and baseball for the high school, as well as being the Vice President of the Pickleball Club. He enjoys watching and talking sports, lifeguarding in the summer, and spending time with friends and family.

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