S01 E02: Ice, Ice, Bryan: The Science of a Snow Day

Release Date: February 2026

Duration: ~52 minutes

In this episode, Superintendent Mark Rairigh and host Chris Malanga dive into the "January Grind." As northwest Ohio deals with winter weather, we take a look at the grit required to keep the district moving when the temperatures drop and the snow starts falling.

This episode covers:

• District Deep Dive: Director of Transportation Ryan Eberly joins the show to explain the "Science of a Snow Day." From 5:00 AM road checks to the logistics of managing 40+ bus routes across 59 square miles, we pull back the curtain on how the "delay or close" decision is actually made.

• The News Feed: An update on the massive transformation of the Career Tech and Arts & Education spaces, a celebration of our "unsung heroes" for School Counselor Appreciation Week, and the story behind the student-led petition for official #BryanBuilt license plates.

• Community Mailbag: We address the question on every parent’s mind: "How many snow days do we have left?" Mark breaks down the state’s hourly requirements and explains the "Calamity Hour" math.

• The Fun Segment: Mark takes the hot seat for a winter-themed round of "Name That Tune." From Frozen to 90s rap, we see if the Superintendent’s musical knowledge is as cold as the weather outside.

We wrap up the show by honoring our Golden Bear Standouts, the district Custodial Crew, for their tireless work clearing lots and sidewalks in the early morning hours to keep our buildings safe.