The Recess-An Inside Look at the Auburn School District

Dr. Spicciati interviews Dee Nelons, director of safety and security, in this episode of The Recess. Learn about the variety of tools we use to keep students and staff safe, how to submit a school safety concern and dodgeball specifics.

Dr. Spicciati interviews Erika Broaden, family engagement liaison. Learn about how she supports families, her journey to Auburn and, of course, her favorite recess activity.

Hear Dr. Spicciati talk with Chinook Elementary office manager, Lisa Wilkinson. Topics include diagramming sentences, welcoming families and sledding at recess! Take a listen!

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.

Dr. Spicciati is highlighting graduates for the rest of the year and kicks it off with an interview with Rory Murry, Auburn Riverside High School senior. Hear about her journey through the ASD, future soccer plans and her recess memories.

Dr. Spicciati talks with Dan Duran, coordinator of maintence. They discuss the many aspects of keeping our buildings great learning environments, his path as an ASD graduate to his current role and of course, his favorite recess activity!

Dr. Spicciati talks with  Ryann Mead, assistant director of PK-8 student learning. Hear about the science of reading, the importance of literacy and her love of double-dutch.

Dr. Spicciati talks with Prevention & Intervention Specialist Robert Powell.  He talks about the ongoing fight against vaping, the importance of checking in with students and, of course, his favorite recess memories.

Dr. Spicciati talks with Auburn Riverside High School student Noah Tenner about his experience on the Superintendent's Advisory Council, the game of tag and the importance of student voice.

Dr. Spicciati talks with recent West Auburn High School graduate DJ Eastlick about her high school experience, being class president and her bright future. 

Dr. Spicciati talks with HR Director Analia Galloway.  She highlights the wide variety of positions in the district, how to apply and why you should come work with us!  Join us for the ASD Hiring Fair, March 23 from 9 a.m. to noon at Auburn High School. All departments will be represented. 

Dr. Spicciati talks with Auburn High Art teacher Elisabeth Ronley.  Learn about the Auburn High mural projects, the value of arts education and friendship bracelets.

Dr. Spicciati talks with Mt. Baker Middle School Band teacher Kevin Paustian about trumpets, marbles and being the Washington State Middle School Band Teacher of the Year!

Dr. Spicciati talks with Cindi about  funding sources that make up the district budget, the upcoming replacement levy and jumping off swings!

Dr. Spicciati talks with Auburn High School Culinary Arts teacher Marci Killian. From favorite recipes to grease fires, hear about one of the ASD's strong Career & Technical Education programs from a great teacher!

Superintendent Dr. Spicciati talks with Maeghan about the richness of the languages of the students who call Auburn home and the teachers and programs that support them.