Staff

I am excited to be starting my first year teaching at MSSE. I have been a part of Mary Star of the Sea parish my whole life. I received my BA in Liberal Studies with a focus in Social Science from CSULB. I am currently pursuing a master's degree in Catechetics and Evangelization from Franciscan University. I have been actively in youth ministry for the last 7 years teaching confirmation students. I am looking forward to a wonderful school year.

I am the 6th Grade Homeroom, Middle School Math, and 8th Grade Science teacher. This will be my third year at MSSE. I have a BA in Liberal Studies: Math Focus, and currently attending LMU to receive my MA in Urban Education. I am excited to bring the fun and exciting world of math to all my students.

Having taught physical education at MSSE I fell in love with education and the community. After that I went on to obtain my teaching credential and spent time teaching in public school. I am so glad to be back teaching with the Mary Star family!

This will be my third year as the Kindergarten Aide. My daughter has attended MSSE since preschool and will be starting middle school this year. In my spare time I like to shop and go to the movies. I love coffee!

Things I love most are being with my family and reading for pleasure. Working at Mary Star gives me the opportunity to nurture my own faith so that I can become confident in articulating, sharing and celebrating my faith with each of the children and staff. It also gives me the opportunity to nurture the qualities of good citizenship in the children, along with the responsibility to be able to help them achieve their knowledge about God. Year started at MSSP: 2008 Degrees/Credentials: AA Early Childhood Education Director of Preschool CA Credential

I love being a member of the parish, Saint Anne's Society, and socializing with family and friends. To teach preschool at Mary Star of the Sea is a dream that I have reached because I love working with children. Kids must learn most in a friendly, warm and safe environment and we make every day fun while also using educational tools. We teach the value of God and our faith in the Catholic tradition, and also nurture each child to develop at his/her own pace to encourage personal growth. Year started at MSSE: 1995 Degrees/Credentials: AS Child Development, CTC Child Development Permit

This is my second year teaching third grade at Mary Star. I am currently working toward a credential and an MA in Urban Education as a member of the PLACE Corps at Loyola Marymount University. Before coming to Mary Star, I worked as a catechist at my home parish in Ladera Ranch, CA.

I am excited to be starting my first year teaching at MSSE. I have been a part of Mary Star of the Sea parish my whole life. I received my BA in Liberal Studies with a focus in Social Science from CSULB. I am currently pursuing a master's degree in Catechetics and Evangelization from Franciscan University. I have been actively in youth ministry for the last 7 years teaching confirmation students. I am looking forward to a wonderful school year.

The most enjoyable parts of my life are my children and husband, Search-a-Word puzzles for fun, assisting in Volleyball coaching, social gatherings, and acting goofy. Mary Star Elementary is family and fond childhood memories; faith, academics and discipline. I appreciate the gift of teaching at a Catholic school. My faith is very important to me and my family, which I love to share with my students. I love to see the transformation in the lives of those we teach as well as in our own lives.

Having taught physical education at MSSE I fell in love with education and the community. After that I went on to obtain my teaching credential and spent time teaching in public school. I am so glad to be back teaching with the Mary Star family!

I knew from a very young age that I was called to be a teacher, in fact as a child I used to pester my siblings into playing school. There are many things I love about teaching but I think my favorite part is watching a students face light up when they finally get a new skill. I believe in hard work and hands on activities that engage my students in the learning process. I taught for many years in New York City but am happy to be living and teaching back where I grew up in Southern California. I received my degree from Saint Mary's College in Notre Dame, Indiana and as a result am a die hard Notre Dame fan!

I am the 6th Grade Homeroom, Middle School Math, and 8th Grade Science teacher. This will be my third year at MSSE. I have a BA in Liberal Studies: Math Focus, and currently attending LMU to receive my MA in Urban Education. I am excited to bring the fun and exciting world of math to all my students.

This is my second year teaching third grade at Mary Star. I am currently working toward a credential and an MA in Urban Education as a member of the PLACE Corps at Loyola Marymount University. Before coming to Mary Star, I worked as a catechist at my home parish in Ladera Ranch, CA.

I am excited to be starting my first year teaching at MSSE. I have been a part of Mary Star of the Sea parish my whole life. I received my BA in Liberal Studies with a focus in Social Science from CSULB. I am currently pursuing a master's degree in Catechetics and Evangelization from Franciscan University. I have been actively in youth ministry for the last 7 years teaching confirmation students. I am looking forward to a wonderful school year.

I am the 6th Grade Homeroom, Middle School Math, and 8th Grade Science teacher. This will be my third year at MSSE. I have a BA in Liberal Studies: Math Focus, and currently attending LMU to receive my MA in Urban Education. I am excited to bring the fun and exciting world of math to all my students.

I have been working at the custodian for MSSE and the parish for over a decade, enjoying to community and family atmosphere. I was lucky enough to have my younger son graduate from MSSE.

Both my children have graduated from Mary Star and I love being a part of this community. I love watching so many great students pass through our doors and become successful in their careers.

The most enjoyable parts of my life are my children and husband, Search-a-Word puzzles for fun, assisting in Volleyball coaching, social gatherings, and acting goofy. Mary Star Elementary is family and fond childhood memories; faith, academics and discipline. I appreciate the gift of teaching at a Catholic school. My faith is very important to me and my family, which I love to share with my students. I love to see the transformation in the lives of those we teach as well as in our own lives.

Having taught physical education at MSSE I fell in love with education and the community. After that I went on to obtain my teaching credential and spent time teaching in public school. I am so glad to be back teaching with the Mary Star family!

I knew from a very young age that I was called to be a teacher, in fact as a child I used to pester my siblings into playing school. There are many things I love about teaching but I think my favorite part is watching a students face light up when they finally get a new skill. I believe in hard work and hands on activities that engage my students in the learning process. I taught for many years in New York City but am happy to be living and teaching back where I grew up in Southern California. I received my degree from Saint Mary's College in Notre Dame, Indiana and as a result am a die hard Notre Dame fan!

This will be my third year as the Kindergarten Aide. My daughter has attended MSSE since preschool and will be starting middle school this year. In my spare time I like to shop and go to the movies. I love coffee!

I have been working at the custodian for MSSE and the parish for over a decade, enjoying to community and family atmosphere. I was lucky enough to have my younger son graduate from MSSE.

Both my children have graduated from Mary Star and I love being a part of this community. I love watching so many great students pass through our doors and become successful in their careers.

This will be my third year as the Kindergarten Aide. My daughter has attended MSSE since preschool and will be starting middle school this year. In my spare time I like to shop and go to the movies. I love coffee!