Affton Unplugged

Welcome to a special episode of Affton Unplugged, where Superintendent Travis Bracht takes you inside the exciting Dreams for Schools student showcase at Gotsch Intermediate School. Explore how students in grades three through five are designing their own video games in a remarkable 10-week after-school coding club session, aimed at making science, technology, engineering, art, and math accessible...

Welcome to the latest episode of Affton Unplugged, where we delve into the transformative STL CAPS program. Hosted by Superintendent Travis Bracht, this episode highlights a unique initiative giving Affton High School juniors and seniors a head start in high-skill, high-demand careers. Join us as we sit down with Dr. Tim Luecke, the Program Director, and students of Affton High School who are bene...

Welcome to a special episode of Affton Unplugged, hosted by Superintendent Travis Bracht, where we shine a spotlight on the Affton School District Gifted Program. Join us as we converse with three dedicated gifted instructors representing Mesnier Primary School, Gotsch Intermediate School, and Rogers Middle School. Discover the unique approaches they use to nurture the academic and affective needs...

Welcome to this special episode of Affton Unplugged, where we dive into the heart of the Affton School District's cherished tradition: the Affton Floor Hockey League. With over half a century of history, this league brings together kids of all ages and skill levels, nurturing not just future athletes, but a vibrant, inclusive community. Join Superintendent Travis Bracht as he introduces Edo Grozda...

Welcome to another exciting episode of Affton Unplugged, where Superintendent Travis Bracht delves into the vibrant world of "Poetry Out Loud" at Affton High School. Join us as we unveil the voices behind this creative initiative, featuring English teacher Dr. Troy Kozak and a group of talented students who share their experiences and passion for poetry. Discover how this competition nurtures tale...

Welcome to this episode of Affton Unplugged, where we shine a spotlight on the Affton Education Foundation Scholarship Luncheon. This cherished annual event takes place just before the winter break and brings together Affton alumni who have benefited from the Foundation's generous scholarships. The Affton Education Foundation, established in 2005, has made a remarkable impact over the years by awa...

Welcome to the Affton Unplugged podcast, where Superintendent Travis Bracht delves into the intricate process of determining school snow days within the Affton School District. As weather can significantly disrupt school schedules, this episode offers insights on how weather forecasting, decision-making, and communication play pivotal roles in ensuring student safety. In this episode, Superintende...

Welcome to "Affton Unplugged," the podcast where innovation and community pulse through the stories of the Affton School District. In this episode Superintendent Travis Bracht uses the power of artificial intelligence to have Google NotebookLM create a conversation based podcast about the Affton Unplugged podcast. Join Superintendent Bracht as he takes you behind the scenes, not through dry report...

Welcome to another insightful episode of Affton Unplugged, hosted by Superintendent Travis Bracht, where we delve into the significance of social-emotional learning (SEL) within the Affton School District. In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Loren Widmer, Affton's Director of Student Services, as we explore the district's strategic integration of SEL into its educational framework. Discover how...

Welcome to the Affton Unplugged podcast, where we spotlight the inspiring people and stories from the Affton School District. In this episode, Superintendent Travis Bracht joins Principal Dr. Kevin Griffin to explore the special Student of the Month celebration at Rogers Middle School. This heartwarming event acknowledges students who exemplify virtues like gratitude, kindness, and responsibility....

In this episode of Affton Unplugged, Superintendent Travis Bracht takes a deep dive into the remarkable achievements of students from Affton and neighboring schools participating in the St. Louis Centers for Advanced Professional Studies (STL CAPS) engineering and technology course. Join us as students and their instructor, Mr. Gavin Grillo, share insights into their winning experience at the pres...

Welcome to this episode of Affton Unplugged, where Superintendent Travis Bracht interviews key staff members at Affton High School dedicated to enhancing career and college readiness for students. The episode introduces Dr. Jason Buck, Director of College and Career Readiness, and Mary Giunta, the Career & College Readiness Counselor and Senior Class Counselor, discussing their roles and new t...

Welcome to an engaging episode of Affton Unplugged, where Superintendent Travis Bracht takes you behind the scenes of the Affton School District's transportation department. Meet the dedicated bus drivers and transportation coordinator as they share heartwarming stories and provide an exclusive look into the daily routine of a bus driver. Discover the intricacies of pre-trip inspections, the impor...

Welcome to the latest episode of Affton Unplugged, where we dive into the heart of the Affton School District's vibrant community. Join Superintendent Travis Bracht as he takes us on a journey to Rogers Middle School, spotlighting the talented members of the school's drama club. In anticipation of their upcoming production, "The Day the Internet Died," we meet Mr. Joe Murphy alongside enthusiastic...

Welcome to this exciting episode of Affton Unplugged, where Superintendent Travis Bracht takes us to Rogers Middle School to meet the coach and players of the undefeated girls' volleyball team. Discover the stories behind their successful season and what makes this team truly remarkable. Coach Michelle Breihan, a passionate educator and volleyball coach, introduces us to her talented team. Each pl...

In this episode of Affton Unplugged, join Superintendent Travis Bracht as he delves into the captivating world of Affton High School's fall production, The Crucible. Meet the talented cast and crew members, including Sylas Hampton, the student director, Mary Cooper, the lead actress playing Abigail Williams, and key crew members Nick Owens and Landon, who bring the show to life with their skills i...

Welcome to the latest episode of Affton Unplugged, where Superintendent Travis Bracht takes you on a journey through the vibrant educational experiences within the Affton School District. In this episode, join us at Affton High School to explore their dynamic mock election, an engaging initiative that brings the democratic process to life for students. Meet Mr. Tony Muyco, the dedicated AP Politic...

Welcome to this episode of Affton Unplugged, where Superintendent Travis Bracht delves into the Affton School District's Portrait of a Graduate Competencies. Joining him are new staff members who share their initial experiences and insights into these vital educational benchmarks. The episode begins with introductions from a diverse group of educators, ranging from first-year teachers to seasoned...

Welcome to another insightful episode of "Affton Unplugged," where Superintendent Travis Bracht sits down with Adam Jasinski, the Director of Technology, to discuss the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity in education. As October marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month, this episode sheds light on the significance of cybersecurity for school districts, highlighting the challenges and strategies i...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of Affton Unplugged, hosted by Superintendent Travis Bracht. This week, we spotlight the budding talents of several 6th grade students at Rogers Middle School. These students share experiences and stories from their involvement with the Young Writers Club at Gotsch Intermediate School when they were in 5th grade. Joining us is Mrs. Jen Molsbee, a passionate edu...

Welcome to another engaging episode of Affton Unplugged, hosted by Superintendent Travis Bracht. Join us as we dive into the inspiring journeys of two Affton alumni, Malaina Bowers and Amy Puzniak, who have returned to their roots as educators in the Affton School District. Malaina and Amy share their unique educational paths, from early college programs to scholarships, and the experiences that l...

Welcome to this episode of Affton Unplugged, a podcast by the Affton School District. Join Superintendent Travis Bracht as he delves into the exciting events of the 2024 Affton High School Homecoming. This episode features special guests Soph Levinson and Ladarius Campbell, the Homecoming Royalty. Listen in as they share their personal experiences, from participating in theme days to the thrilling...

Welcome to Affton Unplugged, a podcast by the Affton School District that highlights the people and stories that make the district great. I'm your host, Superintendent Travis Bracht, and in the Affton School District, education is the most important thing we do. In this episode, we spotlight the boys and girls cross-country teams. Join us as we hear from their dedicated coaches, Coach Walker and C...

Welcome to this episode of Affton Unplugged, the podcast by the Affton School District that highlights the people and stories making the district great. Hosted by Superintendent Travis Bracht, this episode focuses on the Positive Office Referral Program at Gotsch Intermediate School, which serves grades three through five. We begin with an insightful conversation with Dr. Christine Powers, the Pri...

Welcome to another episode of Affton Unplugged, the podcast by the Affton School District that celebrates the people and stories that make our district great. I'm your host, Superintendent Travis Bracht, and today, we're diving into the experiences of our students as they share what they've enjoyed most about the first few weeks of school. From the Early Childhood Center to Affton High School, you...