The Recess-An Inside Look at the Auburn School District

Dr. Spicciati talks with lead school nurse Cathy Meyer about her path to school nursing, working with families and students, and memories of swinging at recess.

Dr. Spicciati interviews Abe VanDerPuy, longtime teacher and coach. Hear about his journey to teaching, AP African American Studies and fostering a feeling of family.

In this epidode of The Recess, hear from Brandon Hoggans as he talks about his path to Lea Hill Elementary, his passion for being a role model and his double-dutch skills.

Learn about the ASD's amazing AVID program as Dr. Spicciati interviews Corrie Agnew, AVID teacher at Cascade Middle School. Hear about her path to teaching, her passion for student learning and her favorite recess activity.

Dr. Spicciati interviews coordinator of maintenance, Sergio Rios. Hear about all the ways he supports students and staff, his passion for playing drums and his fondest recess memories.

Dr. Spicciati interviews two ASD Board members as they talk about the role of the school board, their deep connections to the ASD community and, of course, their favorite recess activities.

Dr. Spicciati interviews Auburn Mountainview Principal Terri Herren. Hear about her journey as ASD's first female high school principal, her advice for aspiring principals and her love of students.

Dr. Spicciati interviews Julie McKenzie, a Kindergarten teacher at Gildo Rey Elementary. Hear all about today's Kindergarten classroom, the importance of learning to read and of course her favorite recess activity!

We close out the year with Dr. Spicciati's interview with Auburn High senior Khysner Ayo. She talks about moving from the Phillipines to the US, her excellent middle school experience and her love of swinging.

Hear Dr. Spicciati's interview with Auburn Mountainview senior Mande Wanlemvo. He talks about the impact of AVID, the Superintendent's Student Advisory and his elementary football memories.