Our school is much more than buildings and textbooks. It is our talented teachers who make learning come alive. All are credentialed and hold at least one bachelors' degree –– many hold a masters' degree or higher.
David Carreon, Principal
- Master of Divinity, Andrews University, 1998
- Bachelor of Arts, Theology, minor in Physical Education, Pacific Union College, 1993
Teaching since 2016.
Teaching Staff
Tom Amato, Teacher (Biology, Chemistry, Health, Lifelong Fitness)
- Master of Science, Geology, Loma Linda University, 2008
- Bachelor or Science, Natural Science with an emphasis in Biology, Pacific Union College, 2000
North American Division Teaching Certification:
- Professional, with endorsements in Biology, Chemistry, Elementary Education, English, Physics and Junior Academy Religion
Teaching since 2004.
Cora Clark, Teacher (Grades 3&4)
- Master of Arts, Education, Andrews University, 2014
- Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education, Walla Walla University, 2006
- Bachelor of Arts, Piano Performance, Walla Walla University, 2006
North American Division Teaching Certification:
- Professional, with endorsements in Elementary Education, Curriculum and Instruction Specialist, Junior Academy General Science, Music and Religion
Teaching since 2007.
Melinda Fletcher, Teacher (Grades 5&6)
- Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Studies (with SDA and California state teaching credentials), Pacific Union College, 2006
- Master of Education, Pacific Union College, 2012
North American Division Teaching Certification:
- Professional, with endorsements in Elementary Education, Kindergarten, and Junior Academy English, General Science, History and Religion
Teaching since 2006
Natalie Hunter, Teacher (Grades 5&6, High School Art)
- Christian Education, Weimar University
North American Division Teaching Certification:
- Provisional
Teaching since 2019.
Raina Jackson, Teacher (Grades 7&8)
- Bachelors of Science, Elementary Education and Language Arts, Andrews University, 2021
North American Division Teaching Certification:
- Basic, with endorsements in Elementary Education, and Junior Academy English and Religion
Teaching since 2021.
Lorelie Krussow, Teacher (English, Life Skills, Personal Finance)
- Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction (emphasis in Language and Literacy), University of Texas, 2006
- Bachelor of Arts, English and History (minors in Psychology and Religion), Atlantic Union College, 1998
North American Division Teaching Certification:
- Professional, with endorsements in Curriculum & Instruction, English, History, Religion
Teaching since 1998. Learn more.
Carrie LeBarre, Teacher (Grades 1&2)
- Master of Arts in Teaching, Elementary Education, Andrews University, 1991
- Bachelor of Arts, Spanish (minor in Religion), Southern College, 1984
North American Division Teaching Certification:
- Professional, with endorsements in Elementary Education, Spanish
Teaching since 1985. Learn more.
Brad Ludwig, Teacher (Computer Applications, Economics, Government, History, Maker Space, Spanish 2, McGraw Hill Site Administrator)
- Master of Arts, Administration and Leadership, La Sierra University, 2016
- Bachelor of Arts, Religion, Pacific Union College, 2002
North American Division Teaching Certification:
- Professional, with endorsements in Elementary Education, Kindergarten, Religion; endorsements in History, Spanish
Teaching since 2002. Learn more.
Cristy-Anna Martinez, Teacher (Algebra, Calculus, Geometry, Statistics)
- Bachelors of Science, Mathematics, Pacific Union College, 2001
- Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction, La Sierra University, in process
North American Division Teaching Certification:
- Professional, with endorsements in Mathematics, and Junior Academy English, General Science and History
Teaching since 2002.
Gabriel Martinez, Director of Spiritual Life, Teacher (Bible, Music Ministry, Spanish 1, Yearbook)
- Bachelors of Arts, Religion, La Sierra University, 2006
North American Division Teaching Certification:
- Standard, with endorsement in Religion
Teaching since 2006.
Esther Nanasi, Teacher (Forest Kindergarten)
- Bachelor of Arts, Christian Education (minor in Health Ministry), Weimar Institute, 2016
North American Division Teaching Certification:
- Standard, with an endorsement in Elementary Education
Teaching since 2016. Learn more.
Terri Taaffe, Teacher (Elementary Music and High School Band, Choir, Choralaires and Drama)
- Bachelor of Music, Music Education, Pacific Union College, 2004
Teaching since 2004.
Administrative Staff
Christiane Dias, Registrar
Lindsay Quirarte, Administrative Assistant
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Bethany Riojas, Business Manager
Support Staff
Jonalyn Cooke, Teaching Assistant
Nicole Eby, Teaching Assistant
Bob Kennedy, Maintenance
Joshua Miller, Custodian
Hope Sekulic, After Care Director