Teachers and Staff

Estrella Vista is equipped with some of the finest educators Arizona has to offer. Each teacher is certified to teach in Arizona and comes to the classroom with innovative and effective teaching methods that help your child understand the curriculum thoroughly.

Administration

Nicole Durazo

Dr. Nicole Durazo
Principal
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Nicole Durazo
Dr. Nicole Durazo
Principal

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Hometown

Scottsdale, AZ

Favorite Subject

Reading

Hobbies

Spending time with my family, learning new things, and listening to music.

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"Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all." - Aristotle As the proud principal of Estrella Vista STEM Academy, I am here to serve the students, families, teachers, and staff. I am committed to providing a positing learning environment where every member of our school family feels safe, valued, loved, and respected.
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Cara Miller

Cara Miller
Assistant Principal
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Cara Miller
Cara Miller
Assistant Principal

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Hometown

Peoria

Favorite Subject

English

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I have been an educator for ten plus years. serving as an English teacher, English Language Arts Content Coach, and Assistant Principal in traditional, alternative, and online environments. No matter where I am working or what role I have, my passion for public education and my belief that all students are capable of achieving success does not change. I love what I do, and I am thrilled to serve the Littleton Elementary School District community this year.
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Christopher Valasin

Christopher Valasin
Dean of Students
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Christopher Valasin
Christopher Valasin
Dean of Students

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Office Support

Stephanie Bojorquez

Stephanie Bojorquez
Administrative Secretary
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Stephanie Bojorquez
Stephanie Bojorquez
Administrative Secretary

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Corina Cuellar

Corina Cuellar
Office Support Specialist, Sr.
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Corina Cuellar
Corina Cuellar
Office Support Specialist, Sr.

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Michelle Gonzales

Michelle Gonzales
Librarian
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Michelle Gonzales
Michelle Gonzales
Librarian

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Monica Huerta

Monica Huerta
Health Aid
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Monica Huerta
Monica Huerta
Health Aid

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Blanca Silva

Blanca Silva
Office Support Specialist, Jr.
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Blanca Silva
Office Support Specialist, Jr.

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Belia Alvarado

Belia Alvarado
School Social Worker
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Belia Alvarado
Belia Alvarado
School Social Worker

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Hometown

Alamogordo, New Mexico

Favorite Subject

Math

Hobbies

I like spending time with my family, hanging out with friends, taking walks, light hiking, and fun things.

Message

Hi everyone. I go by Bel. I am excited to meet everyone, and I am looking forward to getting to know each of you more.
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Adriana Amavisca

Adriana Amavisca
Gifted
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Adriana Amavisca
Adriana Amavisca
Gifted

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Hometown

Hermosillo, Sonora

Favorite Subject

Biology

Hobbies

Photography, reading, travel

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Everything is possible with a positive attitude, determination, and hard work I'm excited to be a part of the EV STEM Academy!
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Katelynn Livingston

Katelynn Livingston
Speech Pathologist
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Katelynn Livingston
Katelynn Livingston
Speech Pathologist

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Katy Valasin

Katy Valasin
Reading Interventionist
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Katy Valasin
Katy Valasin
Reading Interventionist

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Hometown

Muskegon, Michigan

Favorite Subject

Reading

Hobbies

I like to go camping with my daughter, husband, and golden retriever, Wally. I also enjoy reading books, watching movies, and swimming.

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I have such a passion for teaching children how to read! I am so excited to meet students where they are at and then help them become amazing readers. This year is going to be so exciting!
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Allison Wickstrom

Allison Wickstrom
School Psychologist
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Allison Wickstrom
Allison Wickstrom
School Psychologist

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Hometown

Duluth, Minnesota

Favorite Subject

Math and History

Hobbies

Hiking and reading

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I'm so excited to be here!
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Teachers

Kindergarten

Suyen Kimme

Suyen Kimme
Kindergarten
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Suyen Kimme
Suyen Kimme
Kindergarten

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Hometown

Nandaime, Nicaragua

Favorite Subject

Math

Hobbies

Watching movies, camping, and playing or watching sports.

Message

“There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it.” - Edith Wharton
Thank you for all you do for me and our school!
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Laura Montano

Laura Montano
Kindergarten
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Laura Montano
Laura Montano
Kindergarten

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Hometown

Goodyear, Arizona

Favorite Subject

Math, Science, and the Arts

Hobbies

Collecting butterfly-themed items, riding bikes (single, tandem, and limo), spending time with family, doodling and drawing, reading, watching comedies

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I am blessed to be a part of the teaching staff at Estrella Vista, and I hope that my students and their parents are as excited as I am for the adventures this year will bring.
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Margaret Sauer

Margaret Sauer
Kindergarten
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Margaret Sauer
Margaret Sauer
Kindergarten

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Hometown

St. Louis, Missouri

Favorite Subject

Math

Hobbies

Crafts, sports

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I am so excited for this year!
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First Grade

Nancy Farrell

Nancy Farrell
First Grade
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Nancy Farrell
Nancy Farrell
First Grade

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Hometown

Goodyear

Favorite Subject

Reading

Hobbies

I enjoy spending time with family and friends, cooking, and baking. I am an animal lover and love spending time taking care of my pets.

Message

Welcome to second grade! My name is Mrs. Farrell, and I am so excited that you are part of my class. We are going to have so much fun learning this year. Parents and students, please always remember that you are important to me and never forget how much you are loved!
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Sandra Gallegos

Sandra Gallegos
First Grade
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Sandra Gallegos
Sandra Gallegos
First Grade

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Hometown

Los Angeles, California

Favorite Subject

Math

Hobbies

Cooking and running

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I am very excited to be your child's teacher. We will have fun and learn at the same time.
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Kathy Gonzalez-Galvez

Kathy Gonzalez-Galvez
First Grade
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Kathy Gonzalez-Galvez
Kathy Gonzalez-Galvez
First Grade

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Hometown

Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico

Favorite Subject

Biology

Hobbies

I enjoy doing home improvement projects, crafting, swimming, and hiking.

Message

My goal is to establish a partnership with parents and guardians to help our students thrive in their education.
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Second Grade

Rahimat Adewumi

Rahimat Adewumi
Second Grade
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Rahimat Adewumi
Rahimat Adewumi
Second Grade

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Hometown

Ogbomosho, Nigeria

Favorite Subject

English Language

Hobbies

Cooking, shopping, listening to music, and spending time with family and children

Message

Education is the premise of progress in every society, in every family, and together we can achieve success.
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Ashley Chapman

Ashley Chapman
Second Grade
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Ashley Chapman
Ashley Chapman
Second Grade

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Hometown

Phoenix, Arizona

Favorite Subject

Reading

Hobbies

Bowling, reading, swimming, TV junkie

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I am looking forward to an exciting new year at EVES!
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Paige Lamb

Paige Lamb
Second Grade
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Paige Lamb
Paige Lamb
Second Grade

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Hometown

Niles, Michigan

Favorite Subject

Math

Hobbies

Reading, rollerblading, and watching hockey

Message

I am ready to learn alongside you all!
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Third Grade

Kelsey Barnes

Kelsey Barnes
Third Grade
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Kelsey Barnes
Kelsey Barnes
Third Grade

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Hometown

El Paso, Texas

Favorite Subject

Reading

Hobbies

Softball, and crafting

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I'm looking forward to meeting all of you! As a teacher, my priority is creating and fostering a safe classroom environment. I believe that by building connections and trust with each student we can have a great year!
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Torrey Parker

Torrey Parker
Third Grade
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Torrey Parker
Torrey Parker
Third Grade

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Hometown

Mission Viejo, CA

Favorite Subject

Language Arts

Hobbies

Reading, martial arts

Message

I am so excited to be here with you at EV! We are going to have an amazing year learning together!
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Rebecca Paul

Rebecca Paul
Third Grade
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Rebecca Paul
Rebecca Paul
Third Grade

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Hometown

Salem, Missouri

Favorite Subject

English

Hobbies

Reading, photography, and spending time with my fur babies Daisy (husky mix) and Iris (cat).

Message

Hello! My name is Miss Paul and I am very excited to be joining the second grade team at Estrella Vista! I am looking forward to getting to know all of you, but first I'll tell you some things about me. I was born in Missouri, where I lived my entire life until now. I went to school in Silex, Missouri until sixth grade, when I moved to Salem, Missouri. I went to college at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, where I got my degree in early childhood education. I live with my dog Daisy, who is a husky mix, and my cat, Iris. I can't wait to meet each and every one of you and start the school year!
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Daisy Sandoval

Daisy Sandoval
Third Grade
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Daisy Sandoval
Daisy Sandoval
Third Grade

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Hometown

Costa Mesa, California

Favorite Subject

Math

Hobbies

Hiking

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Let's have a great year!
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Fourth Grade

Kiara Danovaro

Kiara Danovaro
Fourth Grade
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Kiara Danovaro
Kiara Danovaro
Fourth Grade

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Hometown

Auburn, California

Favorite Subject

Reading

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I am so excited to be joining the amazing EV community! I cannot wait to get to know all of you and begin our learning adventures together this school year!
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Murdell Ellison Smith

Murdell Ellison Smith
Fourth Grade
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Murdell Ellison Smith
Murdell Ellison Smith
Fourth Grade

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Hometown

Jamaica

Favorite Subject

Social Studies

Hobbies

Hide, read, and travel.

Message

I am excited to join the Estrella Vista community. Looking forward to a great school year, working with you and your child.
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Philip Prusa

Philip Prusa
Fourth Grade
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Philip Prusa
Philip Prusa
Fourth Grade

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Hometown

Cleveland, Ohio

Favorite Subject

Social Studies, Reading

Hobbies

Reading, cooking, sports

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I'm very excited to be joining the Littleton School District family! Looking forward to an amazing 2021–2022 school year.

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Elliot Wasbotten

Elliot Wasbotten
Fourth Grade
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Elliot Wasbotten
Elliot Wasbotten
Fourth Grade

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Hometown

Cleveland, Ohio

Favorite Subject

Sign Language

Hobbies

I love traveling, cooking, and spending time with my loved ones and pets

Message

I am beyond excited to be part of the EV family! Together, we will grow as a team, challenge ourselves, support each other, and learn new things every day. I cannot wait for an amazing year!
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Fifth Grade

Yolanda Aguayo

Yolanda Aguayo
SCI
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Lynda Davis

Lynda Davis
ELA
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Hometown

Avondale

Favorite Subject

English

Hobbies

Writing, needle point sewing, painting, cooking/baking

Message

I want to welcome all of my students and parents/families, and I am so glad you are here, and this is going to be a great year for us all. I welcome the parents to visit my classroom and share their insight into our achievements and the assurance of good study faculties, and the great benefits that are offered to the students/parents.
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Deborah Peptenar

Deborah Peptenar
Math
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Hometown

Arizona

Favorite Subject

ELA, math, and science

Hobbies

Exercising, golfing, and reading

Message

Thank you for allowing me to guide and shape your child's future. As a team, we will educate the whole child while never ceasing to amaze. Together, we will transform the world. And, it all starts with your child.

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Samantha Smiley

Samantha Smiley
SST
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Sixth Grade

Lori Bowden

Lori Bowden
HSS
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Hometown

El Paso, Texas

Favorite Subject

Language arts, science, and art

Hobbies

I love to play golf, paint, be creative, and try new things.

Message

Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning. ~Albert Einstein
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Rosie Fleeman

Rosie Fleeman
SCI
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Hometown

Ste. Genevieve, MO

Favorite Subject

Creative Writing

Hobbies

Spending Money

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"Every child is a different kind of flower. All together they make this world a beautiful garden."
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Cindy Landis

Cindy Landis
ELA
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Hometown

Reading, Pennsylvania

Favorite Subject

Reading

Hobbies

Rollerskating, camping, swimming

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I'm very excited to part of the Littleton Community, and I'm looking forward to an EPIC year.
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Margarida Peterson

Margarida Peterson
Math
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Margarida Peterson
Margarida Peterson
Math

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Hometown

Livingston, NJ

Favorite Subject

History

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I'm so excited to be part of the EV family! Looking forward to having your child in my class.
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Seventh Grade

David Cooper

David Cooper
Science
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David Cooper
David Cooper
Science

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Hometown

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Favorite Subject

American History

Hobbies

Sports

Message

Come to school every day; make an effort and success will be yours.
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Rigoberto Gamez

Rigoberto Gamez
Math
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Hometown

Avondale, Arizona

Favorite Subject

Math and Science

Hobbies

Playing soccer, solving integrals and derivatives, eating wings

Message

I am excited to be a part of this school, and to make Estrella Vista STEM Academy a great place for growth!
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Madisen Miller

Madisen Miller
ELA
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Hometown

Chandler, Arizona

Favorite Subject

ELA, History, and Band

Hobbies

Rugby, reading, and visiting coffee shops

Message

The best things in life come to you through discomfort. Learning, growth, and achieving your dreams will not always be comfortable. Seek discomfort.
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Scott Schulte

Scott Schulte
HSS
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Hometown

Glendale, Arizona

Favorite Subject

Social Studies

Hobbies

Arizona sports teams, music, movies, reading, traveling

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The worst question is the one not asked. We're going to have a fantastic year here at Estrella Vista.
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Eighth Grade

Stephen Batchelder

Stephen Batchelder
Science
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Stephen Batchelder
Stephen Batchelder
Science

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Hometown

Orland, California

Favorite Subject

English and Biology

Hobbies

Writing, hiking, travel, and swimming

Message

I am thrilled to be a partner in learning and growing at Estrella Vista Elementary.
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Jeanette Kelley

Jeanette Kelley
ELA
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Zaquerie Munson

Zaquerie Munson
HSS
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Hometown

Spokane, Washington

Favorite Subject

History

Hobbies

Golf, reading, fishing, and gardening.

Message

Learning the past gives us all the opportunity to build a brighter future.
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Darrie Nowell

Darrie Nowell
Math
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Hometown

Ahoskie, NC

Favorite Subject

Spanish

Hobbies

Chess, swimming, martial arts, studying Spanish, and teaching about leadership.

Message

A leader knows the way, shows the way, and goes the way!
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Exceptional Learning Teachers

Barbara Disbrow

Barbara Disbrow
Resource Grades 6–8
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Barbara Disbrow
Barbara Disbrow
Resource Grades 6–8

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Hometown

Manchester, South Dakota

Favorite Subject

ELA (Reading, Writing, and Spelling)

Hobbies

Reading and camping

Message

You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.
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Cynita Slater

Cynita Slater
Resource Grades K–3
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Cynita Slater
Cynita Slater
Resource Grades K–3

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Hometown

Chicago, Illinois

Favorite Subject

Science

Hobbies

Running, shopping, dancing, listening to music

Message

My name is Cynita Slater. I am new to Arizona and looking forward to a new adventure. I graduated from the University of Texas in Arlington in May 2018 with my master's degree. This is my first year in Littleton Elementary School District, but my ninth year teaching. I have been in the education field for over thirteen years. Sharing my time with students and teaching them about life is one of my greatest joys. I cannot wait for us to get to know each other.
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Student Achievement Coach

Brittany Jimenez

Brittany Jimenez
Student Achievement Coach
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Brittany Jimenez
Brittany Jimenez
Student Achievement Coach

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Hometown

Glendale, Arizona

Favorite Subject

Math

Hobbies

Photography, crafting

Message

Have faith and hope! Follow your dreams!
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Reading Interventionist

Special Areas

Bobbie Brock

Bobbie Brock
P.E.
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Hometown

Hallam

Favorite Subject

Physical Education

Hobbies

Hiking and bike riding

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My students and parents are my priority and I am here for you. I care and want to make a difference in the lives of my students. I am 100% committed to the success of my students.
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Antony Brophy

Antony Brophy
P.E.
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Hometown

Brownsville, Texas

Favorite Subject

Science, P.E.

Hobbies

Running, reading, general tomfoolery

Message

Let's get out and play!
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Joseph Mansfield

Joseph Mansfield
Band
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Hometown

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Favorite Subject

Music

Hobbies

Music, fishing, reading, and learning new skills

Message

I am excited to create music with you and your student.
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Michael Spielman

Michael Spielman
Music
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Michael Spielman
Michael Spielman
Music

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Hometown

Scottsdale, Arizona

Favorite Subject

Music

Hobbies

Playing the piano, baking, going to Disneyland

Message

"Music doesn't lie. If there is something to be changed in this world, then it can only happen through music." -Jimi Hendrix
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Rachel Vliek

Rachel Vliek
STEM
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Hometown

Kalamazoo, Michigan

Favorite Subject

Art, science

Hobbies

Art, science, swimming

Message

Never be afraid to ask "why" or "how."
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Julie Whelihan

Julie Whelihan
Art
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Hometown

Grand Rapids, Michagan

Favorite Subject

Art and Drama

Hobbies

Playing guitar, singing, swimming

Message

I am delighted to be back in the art room with your wonderful children!
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School Support

Fabiola Avina

Fabiola Avina
Paraprofessional - Early Childhood
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Fabiola Avina
Fabiola Avina
Paraprofessional - Early Childhood

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Hometown

Los Angeles, California

Favorite Subject

Math and Science

Hobbies

Arts and crafts

Message

Looking forward to this school year!
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Itzel Ceballos Zuniga

Itzel Ceballos Zuniga
Paraprofessional - Early Childhood
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Itzel Ceballos Zuniga
Paraprofessional - Early Childhood

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Shady Cuellar

Shady Cuellar
Resource Paraprofessional - Early Childhood
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Shady Cuellar
Resource Paraprofessional - Early Childhood

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Ileana Espinoza

Ileana Espinoza
Paraprofessional - Early Childhood
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Ileana Espinoza
Paraprofessional - Early Childhood

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Jorge Garcia

Jorge Garcia
Resource Paraprofessional
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Jorge Garcia
Resource Paraprofessional

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Imelda Gomez

Imelda Gomez
K–8 Teacher
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Imelda Gomez
Imelda Gomez
K–8 Teacher

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Hometown

Bell Gardens, California

Favorite Subject

Math, Reading, and P.E.

Hobbies

Running, arts and crafts

Message

Looking forward to an amazing 2018-2019 school year at our great school!
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Evanglina McCue

Evanglina McCue
K–8 Teacher
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Evanglina McCue
Evanglina McCue
K–8 Teacher

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Hometown

Mexicali B.C., Mexico

Favorite Subject

Math and language arts

Hobbies

Camping, hiking, cooking.

Message

Believe in yourself and you will accomplish everything you set your mind to.
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Custodial Staff

Alfonso Almanza
Lead Custodian

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