Скачать или смотреть NCS Best in the West Podcast Season 1 Ep. 6 | Guest Sean Jackson '80 |

In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with longtime friend and fellow Normandie Christian School alum, Coach Sean Jackson, to take a walk down memory lane. As two of the original 53 students at NCS, Sean and I reflect on what it meant to grow up in a tight-knit Christian school community — from classroom memories and childhood friendships to foundational life lessons that still guide us today.

Sean, now the varsity football coach at Verdugo Hills High School in Los Angeles County, shares his journey from being a dedicated student whose parents commuted daily from the San Fernando Valley — to becoming a mentor and role model for today’s youth. We talk about the highs, the lessons, the leadership, and what it really takes to build character through education and sports.

🔑 In This Episode:

Growing up in the first NCS class (K–6th)

Favorite memories and friendships at Normandie Christian School

How daily discipline shaped Sean’s early life

Becoming a high school football coach in LAUSD

The challenge of keeping local talent in local schools

Coaching with character and purpose

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