On this episode of Educating with Es, Dr. Bauer sits down with Alexa Merrill, an autistic support classroom teacher at Gwynedd Square and 4Es Award winner for elevating learning, who has spent more than five years making a lasting impact across the school community. Known for her extraordinary rapport with students, staff, administrators, and families, Alexa shares what drives her work, how collaboration shapes her classroom, and why being willing to help anywhere, anytime matters. It’s a conversation about mentorship, service, and the quiet leadership that helps a school family thrive.

In this episode of Educating with Es, Superintendent Dr. Todd Bauer sits down with Mrs. Teresa Young, beloved second-grade teacher at Bridle Path Elementary School and proud North Penn graduate. Teresa shares how growing up in North Penn shaped her dream to return as an educator and why teaching in the very district that inspired her still feels surreal.

Listeners will enjoy a fun and heartfelt conversation as Teresa reflects on her path back home, her passion for connecting with young learners, and a few lighter topics too, like how she ended up being voted “Most Likely to Be a Soccer Mom”, her first-ever concert, and her official ruling on the best type of snow day.

Warm, authentic, and full of North Penn pride, this episode shines a light on a teacher who truly embodies what it means to give back to the community that raised her. Tune in!

In this episode of Educating with Es, host Dr. Todd Bauer sits down with Dr. Nicole Kelly, Special Education Supervisor at the North Penn School District. Get to know Nicole’s journey in education, what drives her passion for supporting students and staff, and why her love for all things Philly sports runs deep.

We also dive into some lighter topics, including the one candy she hopes never shows up in a Halloween basket again!

Tune in for an engaging, insightful, and fun conversation that highlights the people and passions behind North Penn’s exceptional educational community.