New SCVi Theatre Director Amy Ciceri
The Theatre Department at SCVi has always been a program that learners, staff and families have been proud of. It is our pleasure to introduce you to Mrs. Amy Ciceri, who will be joining the upper school team in the 2024-25 school year in her new role as SCVi Performing Arts Lead.
Mrs. Ciceri is no stranger to SCVi. In fact, some of the lower school families may already be familiar with ‘Miss Amy’ in her role as 1st & 2nd grade facilitator. In addition to her passion for learner-led, project-based learning, Mrs. Ciceri brings with her over 10 years of high school education experience, teaching musical theater, drama, vocal music, piano, music theory, stagecraft, and also serving as ASB Adviser/ Activities Director. Mrs. Ciceri holds a multiple subject credential, a single-subject credential in music, as well as a CTE (career-technical education) credential in arts, media, and entertainment.
Mrs. Ciceri’s professional experience is diverse, ranging in the industries of entertainment, hospitality, and education. Over the years, time and time again, Ms. Ciceri realized that working with people of all ages in creative and collaborative settings is her passion. While obtaining her degree from Chapman University in Social Science and a credential from La Verne, she also worked four consecutive years as a one-on-one aide for a child with autism in an inclusive general education setting. Her love for music, and background as a singer-songwriter and performer, adds an artistic quality to her work as an educator.
When asked what she is looking forward to in her new role leading the SCVi Performing Arts Department, she said, “Throughout the process of making art, there will be surprises every day that none of us expect. Life is often preparing us to expect the unexpected and understand the impact we can make as thoughtful individuals when we show up in a space where everyone feels seen and heard. Together as learners, we start to discover the pattern of simple gifts, and how these small things can mean so much and add up to everything. When we are encouraged to document and share our own reflection process in creative and authentic ways, we feel empowered, with a sense of increased confidence to contribute to something bigger than us that looks and feels deeply valuable. Throughout my own teaching experiences, I’ve observed how effective ‘playful learning’ strategies can be in forming a supportive classroom culture that allows our authentic inner voice to strengthen and explore a range of different ways to freely express ourselves and grow as compassionate communicators. I love to facilitate inquiry-based lessons designed to increase skill abilities, collaboration, meaningful connections, and understanding between learners. The various performance projects we will be producing will give our audiences the chance to relate and share in the growth experience. Also, I’m really looking forward to exploring fun opportunities for the learners in SCVi’s upper school performing arts program to work together with the learners in the lower school–to inspire each other through the power of music and performing arts. The access to cross-collaboration across grade levels is something very special about SCVi.”
Please join us in welcoming Amy Ciceri to the high school team for 2024-25!
About SCVi:
Santa Clarita Valley International School (SCVi) is a free public charter school empowering TK-12th graders to become conscientious, compassionate, and responsible citizens of the world. We use project-based and social-emotional learning concepts to inspire and motivate lifelong learners with the skills they need to lead in the 21st century. We incorporate technology into every component of our curriculum, and we value and encourage development of leadership skills by inspiring confidence and character in each of our unique learners. Join our innovative school today!
