Meet Our Wonderful Teachers & Staff

We have a wide range of talented professionals at Quentin STEM Academy for Health Sciences. Our team of administrators, teachers, instructional aides, and support staff all have the same passion: teaching. They all want one thing: for your children to be and feel successful during their academic career at Quentin. We believe a good education empowers students to follow and achieve their dreams. Please don’t hesitate to contact your child’s teacher with any questions or concerns. Parents are as important to our team as the rest of our wonderful members.

Administration


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  • Baeza Andrea
    Andrea Baeza Dean of Students baeza.andrea@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Goodyear, AZ

    Favorite Subject
    ELA

    Hobbies
    Sewing

    Message
    In 1980, I was new to my school in 5th grade mid-year. I was having a hard time adjusting and didn't have any friends. I was being bullied. My teacher, Miss Byars, would let me eat lunch with her every day. Eventually I made friends but her going out of her way made a huge impact on me and I decided then that I wanted to be a teacher so that I could have opportunities to positively impact the lives of students. I stayed in touch with her until she passed away in 2008.


    Andrea Baeza
  • Chicas Kari
    Kari Chicas Principal chicas.kari@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Salem, OR

    Favorite Subject
    Math and ELA

    Hobbies
    Sports, family, and travel.

    Message
    I love being a Shark! I hope to inspire students to reach for their goals and dreams!


    Kari Chicas

Administration


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Teachers

Kindergarten


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  • Bell Nicole
    Nicole Bell Kindergarten bell.nicole@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Phoenix, AZ

    Favorite Subject
    Science

    Hobbies
    Singing, Facebook, and drawing.

    Message
    I am excited to be at Quentin because of the love and support they have for their students, staff, teachers, administration, and community!

    Arizona State University logo


    Nicole Bell
  • Mejia Ruby
    Ruby Mejia Kindergarten mejia.ruby@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Fontana, CA

    Hobbies
    Traveling

    Favorite Subject
    Math

    Message
    I am so excited to be at Quentin because I love the people and the community that makes you feel like you are a part of a big family. I became an educator because I am committed to helping each child reach their full potential, nurturing their curiosity, and guiding them as they embark on their educational journey. The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of these young learners is a privilege that I cherish every day. Go, Shark nation!


    Ruby Mejia
  • Nickerson Zoey
    Zoey Nickerson Kindergarten nickerson.zoey@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Peoria, AZ

    Favorite Subject
    Reading/English

    Hobbies
    Hiking, fishing, camping, and hanging with my dogs.

    Message
    I am so excited to be at Quentin because I love the environment and all of the staff. I became an educator because of my past teachers who inspired me to make an impact on other lives, like they did mine. I love the grade level I teach because they are so new and fresh in life, everything is so exciting for them. 


    Zoey Nickerson

First Grade


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  • Hall Anaya
    Anaya Hall First Grade hall.anaya@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Harlem, NY

    Hobbies
    Traveling

    Favorite Subject
    ELA

    Message
    I was inspired to be an educator, because I love having the opportunity to help shape and build students into better individuals! I am excited to be at Quentin because I have had the opportunity to build wonderful bonds with my previous students, and having supportive colleagues!


    Anaya Hall
  • Lopez Ibarra Guadalupe
    Guadalupe Lopez Ibarra First Grade ibarra.guadalupe@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Tolleson, AZ

    Favorite Subject
    Math

    Hobbies
    I love going shopping, eating (trying new places to eat), watching Greys Anatomy (for the 100th time), and going to concerts.

    Message
    I became an educator for two reasons. The first reason was because when I was growing up, I didn’t have many teachers that looked like me, were like me, or spoke my native language. I had one teacher who was my color and my ethnicity. He made one of the biggest impacts in my life because he related to me, he showed he cared about my education, he took the time to have in depth conferences with my parents in their language. Not once was I the one translating for my parents, he communicated with them. He was also a teacher that made education relatable to my life. He never lowered his expectations because I was ELD or because I’m a girl of color, he was stern but fun, he created a safe environment for Hispanic students! The second reason I wanted to become an educator was because I like making bonds with kids. I love the fact that I get to see them grow for a year and still get to see them in the hallways. 


    Guadalupe Lopez Ibarra
  • McGlown Nora
    Nora McGlown First Grade mcglown.nora@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Chicago, IL

    Favorite Subject
    Arts and crafts

    Hobbies
    Decorating and drawing

    Message
    Quentin makes teaching relaxing and smooth. I became an educator because my son was special ed and I would have to volunteer with him. I knew then it was my calling to teach, and I passionate about teaching. I love teaching my babies, because when I taught all grade levels, I knew that my calling and patience was for the little ones. 


    Nora McGlown

Second Grade


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  • Brady-Shea Kathleen
    Kathleen Brady-Shea Second Grade shea.kathleen@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Las Vegas, NM

    Favorite Subject
    Science

    Hobbies
    I play keyboard, guitar, bass, ukulele, banjo, and Mandolin.

    Message
    I have been at Quentine STEM Academy going on four years. A number of those years was teaching science to 6th graders. This year I am teaching second grade which is where I started...student teaching and then classroom teaching second grade ten years ago. I am very happy to be a part of the Quentin Family!

    University of Phoenix logo Mt. San Antonio College logo Azusa Pacific University logo


    Kathleen Brady-Shea
  • Johnson Jakira
    Jakira Johnson Second Grade johnson.jakira@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Chicago, IL

    Favorite Subject
    ELA and Social Studies

    Hobbies
    Dance, reading, and creative writing.

    Message
    I want to teach because I want to impact students and be the teacher that inspired me growing up. I am very excited to help the students achieve their goals, the smile on their faces when they get that word they have been trying to spell or the book they have been trying to read. I love to see the happy smiles on my kids' faces. 


    Jakira Johnson
  • Sanchez Serina
    Serina Sanchez Second Grade sanchez.serina@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Avondale, AZ

    Favorite Subject
    Social Studies

    Hobbies
    Reading, family time, and trying new foods.

    Message
    I found my love for teaching while working as a paraprofessional. I loved it so much that I decided to change my degree to elementary and special education. I love working with students and helping them grow and gain new knowledge. I am so excited to work at Quentin and be a part of a school district that truly cares about their students and staff.


    Serina Sanchez
  • Tafolla Kyrie
    Kyrie Tafolla Second Grade tafolla.kyrie@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Silver City, NM

    Favorite Subject
    Math

    Hobbies
    Spending time with my family, big Disney fan, and going for hikes. 

    Message
    I love teaching because every single day I can make a difference in a student's life which goes far beyond knowledge. I like to inspire, support, and make a great impact in my student's life so that they can feel empowered to successfully continue with their education journey. 

    Arizona State University logo Estrella Mountain Community College logo


    Kyrie Tafolla

Third Grade


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  • Lim Jaquelyn
    Jaquelyn Lim Third Grade lim.jaquelyn@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Yuba City, CA

    Favorite Subject
    Math and reading

    Hobbies
    Hiking, paddle boarding, swimming, and spending time with family and friends.

    Message
    I became a teacher to make a difference and share my love of learning. 


  • Luis Santiago Nestor Agustin
    Nestor Agustin Luis Santiago Third Grade santiago.nestor@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Tlacolula de Matamoros, Oaxaca, Mexico

    Favorite Subject
    Science

    Hobbies
    Playing the guitar and jogging in the mornings

    Message
    Get ready for a year of learning, personal and academic growth, cultural activities, music, and fun experiences!

    “Benito


    Nestor Luis
  • Mesich Mary
    Mary Mesich Third Grade Mesich.Mary@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Born in Tucson, AZ, raised in South Milwaukee, WI

    Favorite Subject
    Science

    Hobbies
    Playing with my dog, growing plants, and reading.

    Message
    Quentin is like a second home to me. I love the families and watching the children grow. Third grade is exciting, the students grow and learn so much in just one year! 

    Arizona State University logo Northern Arizona University logo


    Mary Mesich
  • Pena Corral Leslei
    Leslei Pena Corral Third Grade corral.leslei@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Phoenix, AZ

    Favorite Subject
    Math

    Hobbies
    Going to the movies and bowling.

    Message
    I became an educator because I wanted to make an impact on our future generation. Growing up, I had a teacher that believed in me; she was patient, kind, and supportive. She always went above and beyond for everyone. She inspired me to become an educator. Now, I strive to make my students become the best version of themselves. I love building relationships with my students and having a classroom where they feel loved and safe! 


    Leslei Pena Corral

Fourth Grade


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  • Brashear Jake
    Jake Brashear Fourth Grade brashear.jake@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Avondale, AZ

    Favorite Subject
    Reading

    Hobbies
    Going to the movies and watching sports.

    Message
    I became a teacher to follow in the footsteps of my family and continue to change the lives for all my great students!


    Jake Brashear
  • Hernandez Ana
    Ana Hernandez Fourth Grade hernandez.ana@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Avondale, AZ

    Favorite Subject
    My favorite subject is science. I like learning about natural science and biology.

    Hobbies
    A couple of my favorite hobbies include cooking, hiking, gardening, camping, working out, and watching movies.

    Message
    What I am most excited to be at Quentin is the community. From the students, parents, and staff all join together to make the most for our students and can see the passion for our student's growth. For one of the reasons, I chose to become an educator and advocate for our students. I am currently a fourth-grade teacher and what I love most about this grade is their growth mindset. I enjoy hearing their ideas and not afraid of being wrong but most importantly willingness to hear out others' opinions. 


    Ana Hernandez
  • Mosely Megan
    Megan Mosely Fourth Grade medcalf.megan@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Goodyear, AZ

    Favorite Subject
    Reading

    Hobbies
    Reading, writing, watching movies, drawing, going to concerts, and going on trips.

    Message
    I love being an educator because I love learning! I love getting to share my passion for education with all of my students, and I am grateful to have a front row seat in seeing each one of them grow along the way. I love teaching fourth grade because it is the best grade!

    Arizona State University logo Grand Canyon University Arizona 1949 logo


    Megan Medcalf
  • Rivera Laura
    Laura Rivera Fourth Grade rivera.laura@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    El Paso, TX

    Favorite Subject
    My favorite subject is art because I can express myself, but I also enjoy ELA because the stories transport me to another world.

    Hobbies
    I really enjoy art, hiking, and traveling!

    Message
    Hello! My name is Ms. Rivera, and I am very excited to continue teaching 4th grade at Quentin STEM Academy! Being an English Language Learner myself I recognize the difficulties of learning a new language all while also learning the curriculum in English; that is why I became an educator. I strongly believe that all children can learn, all students are powerful, and all students can be the best version of themselves with a caring support system. Let's have a great year! 🙂

    Texas A&M University logo


    Laura Rivera

Fifth Grade


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  • Gutierrez Marilyn
    Marilyn Gutierrez Fifth Grade Gutierrez.Marilyn@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Albuquerque, NM

    Favorite Subject
    ELA

    Hobbies
    Arts and crafts

    Message
    I have been loyal to Shark nation for 10 years+ because I have always felt valued and trusted. I love the grade I'm in because I understand the educational level they are coming from and where they need to go, and I get to watch them grow and mature. I originally became an educator because I was helping out a friend but soon found out how rewarding it is even with all the challenges.

    Northern Arizona University logo


    Marilyn Gutierrez
  • Halmrest Lacy
    Lacy Halmrest Fifth Grade halmrest.lacy@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Madison, WI

    Favorite Subject
    Math

    Hobbies
    Reading, cooking, and traveling.

    Message
    I am excited to be at Quentin because it is the best place to be. I became a teacher because I love sharing and giving knowledge in any form. I love 5th grade because they are so fun and exciting and super smart. I especially love math because math is the only universal language, and it is the best language to speak! 

    Grand Canyon University Arizona 1949 logo


    Lacy Halmrest
  • Ortiz Adam
    Adam Ortiz Fifth Grade Science ortiz.adam@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Glendale, AZ

    Favorite Subject
    Science

    Hobbies
    Sports (playing and watching), family, church, and friends.

    Message
    I was very excited to become a teacher at Quentin because I wanted to make an impact with our students. I want to be a positive role model and give back to our community.


    Adam Ortiz
  • Salazar Gabriela
    Gabriela Salazar Fifth Grade salazar.gabriela@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Cananea, Sonora, Mexico

    Favorite Subject
    Social Studies

    Hobbies
    Family activities

    Universities Attended/Graduated
    Universidad Pedagogica Nacional Instituto Tecnologico Superior de Cananea

    Message
    It is a pleasure to be your child's teacher. This is going to be an awesome school year!


    Gabriela Salazar

Sixth Grade


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  • Balogun Saudat
    Saudat Balogun Sixth Grade balogan.saudat@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Ogbomoso (Nigeria)

    Favorite Subject
    Anatomy & physiology

    Hobbies
    Partying and traveling

    Message
    The staff at Quentin is very friendly and accommodating. I love the culture at Quentin. I am passionate about education, and I love to impact lives. Social studies is fun, as we unravel historical events and developments. 

    Ottawa University logo University of Lagos logo Bayero University logo


    Saudat Balogun
  • Ntonja Diana
    Diana Ntonja Sixth Grade ntonja.diana@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Nairobi

    Favorite Subject
    Biology

    Hobbies
    Dancing, reading, swimming, vacationing, and sports

    Message
    If you can dream it, you can achieve it.

    “Kenyatta


    Diana Ntonja
  • Stultz Brianna
    Brianna Stultz Sixth Grade ELA stultz.brianna@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Phoenix, AZ

    Favorite Subject
    History

    Hobbies
    Coloring, watching football, and reading.

    Message
    I am so excited to be at Quentin. My really good friend has worked at Quentin for years and has told me all about the amazing things happening at the school. My mom is a retired teacher. When I was in high school and college, I helped her in her classroom. I loved working with her students and decided to go into education. I've taught primary and middle school science/social studies (and now ELA). I'm also special education certified.


    Brianna Stultz
  • Thiede Michelle
    Michelle Thiede Sixth Grade thiede.michelle@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Scottsdale, AZ

    Favorite Subject
    Math

    Hobbies
    Zumba, listening to music, and baseball games.

    Message
    I am excited to be at Quentin because it is a great school to work at. The students are amazing, and staff are wonderful to work with. The reason I became a teacher was because I had an English teacher in high school who helped me get out of my shell and had high expectations for me. I love math because you can use the subject in so many activities. 

    Northern Arizona University logo


    Michelle Thiede

Seventh Grade


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  • Covert Darrell
    Darrell Covert Seventh Grade covert.darrell@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Glendale, AZ

    Favorite Subject
    My favorite subject is history.

    Hobbies
    Anything outdoors, ie: camping, hunting, fishing, and hiking. Building models and reading.

    Message
    I'm excited to be at Quentin because I have been a part of this school as a parent for many years before I became a teacher. I became an educator because I feel like it's important to mold the minds of children. I love teaching history because it's my favorite subject, and I believe that history is just as important to know as ELA and math. 


    Darrell Covert
  • Garcia John
    John Garcia Seventh Grade Math garcia.john@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Phoenix, AZ

    Favorite Subject
    Math

    Hobbies
    Watching sports

    Message
    I became an educator because I wanted to help children reach their full potential in life. I feel that building positive relationships with students will have an impact on their lives, even more than the learning they will acquire while I teach them math. I love what I do, and I wouldn't change my career for anything. This is where I should be and for the past 30 years, I have found great reward in the students that I have encountered and taught.

    Arizona State University logo


    John Garcia
  • Hatheway Lauren
    Lauren Hatheway Seventh Grade Science hatheway.lauren@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Ottawa , TX

    Favorite Subject
    My favorite subject is science!

    Hobbies
    I enjoy cooking, practicing yoga, and playing card games. 

    Message
    I am very excited to be a part of Quentin and watch our 7th graders' grow through this school year! 


    Lauren Hatheway
  • Quesada Quinones Laurana
    Laurana Quesada Quinones Seventh Grade ELA quinones.laurana@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Mayaguez, PR

    Favorite Subject
    English

    Hobbies
    Photography, writing, and skateboarding.

    Message
    I am so excited to develop positive relationships with the students and help them get to a place where they enjoy learning!


    Laurana Quesada Quinones

Eighth Grade


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  • Abujbarah Nora
    Nora Abujbarah Eighth Grade ELA Abujbarah.nora@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Phoenix, AZ

    Favorite Subject
    English Language Arts

    Hobbies
    Reading and hiking

    Message
    I love 8th grade ELA because it helps students prepare for high school and communicate their thoughts and feelings better!


    Nora Abujbarah
  • DeRosa Trisha
    Trisha DeRosa Eighth Grade Social Studies demola.trisha@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Chicago, IL

    Favorite Subject
    History/Social Studies

    Hobbies
    Reading, biking, and going to the movies with my son.

    Message
    I am excited to be at Quentin because I like that my son and I are part of a helpful, supportive community.

    I became an educator because I wanted to have a career where I was helping make a positive difference in kid's lives.

    I love teaching 8th grade because I am preparing my kids for high school, and I want them to graduate from 8th grade with confidence and excitement for the future.


    Trisha Derosa
  • Vasalin Christopher
    Christopher Vasalin Eighth Grade Science vasalin.christopher@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Detroit, MI

    Favorite Subject
    Science

    Hobbies
    Hiking, camping, and fishing.

    Message
    I am here to change the world, one student at a time.


    Staff
Exceptional Learning Teachers

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  • Carlo Jami
    Jami Carlo Resource carlo.jami@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Military brat

    Favorite Subject
    Reading

    Hobbies
    Sports events, shopping, and new adventures.

    Message
    I'm here for the kids! They are the reason I love what I do and being a Quentin Shark! 
    That we do, teachers are the best! Love what you do, I know I do!

    Arizona State University logo


    Jami Carlo
  • Marshall Jeni
    Jeni Marshall Exceptional Learning Teacher marshall.jeni@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Greensburg, PA

    Favorite Subject
    Literature

    Hobbies
    Reading, swimming, and playing with animals of all kinds.

    Message
    I became a special education teacher because I love to help students achieve learning to the best of their abilities. Special needs students are loving and caring even when they are having a bad day. They light up when they have learned something new. 

    I'm excited to be a part of the CASA team at Quentin to add to the program from my experiences and to learn new things also.


    Jeni Marshall
  • Mercado Jaime
    Jaime Mercado Resource Mercado.Jaime@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Union City, CA

    Favorite Subject
    Technology

    Hobbies
    Marvel fan, video games, movies, and traveling.

    Message
    This is my 6th year at Quentin and my 9th year of teaching! I started my teaching career here and love the community. I teach special education resource. I love teaching resource because I get to work in smaller groups with students and get to see them grow as individuals and become leaders in our community! Once a Shark always a Shark!


    Jaime Mercado
  • Quinones April
    April Quinones CASA quinones.april@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Glendale, AZ

    Favorite Subject
    History

    Hobbies
    Walking around the park during sunset.

    Message
    I'm excited to work at Quentin because I like that there is all female lead administration team. I became an educator because I would rather make a positive difference in a child's life then make all the money in the world. Also, I did not want to become a regular person with a regular job. I am supernatural! I can say, "I'm a teacher, how you like me now". 

    Estrella Mountain Community College logo Grand Canyon University Arizona 1949 logo


    April Quinones

Special Areas


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  • Bartels Marcus
    Marcus Bartels PE bartels.marcus@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Belden, NE

    Favorite Subject
    Physical Education

    Hobbies
    Spending time with my family, doing laundry, riding my motorcycle, and Nebraska Cornhuskers football!

    Message
    I am excited to build meaningful relationships with the students and to encourage them to be physically active for life! 

    Valley City State University logo Trinity Bible College logo


    Marcus Bartels
  • Deremus Ashlie
    Ashlie Deremus Health Focus deremus.ashlie@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Menifee, CA

    Favorite Subject
    History

    Hobbies
    Spending time with my kids.

    Message
    I am very excited to be at Quentin due to the impact I am able to make on the students! Teaching is my passion. 


    Ashlie Deremus
  • Duplanty Wendy
    Wendy Duplanty PE duplanty.wendy@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Phoenix, AZ

    Favorite Subject
    Physical Education

    Hobbies
    Exercising and playing games with my family.

    Message
    Quentin is an amazing school with wonderful students, families, and staff! Go sharks!


    Wendy Duplanty
  • Garcia Rosa
    Rosa Garcia Art Garcia.Rosa@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Surprise, AZ

    Favorite Subject
    Art

    Hobbies
    Crafting and playing sports.

    Message
    Quentin STEM Academy is one of my favorite places, I love the students and families in this community. I am dedicated to helping our students find and develop their strengths so that they can go out in the world and make us proud. 

    Arizona State University logo


    Rosa Garcia
  • Madril Jimenez Jesus Alicia
    Jesus Alicia Madril Jimenez jimenez.jesus@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Phoenix, AZ

    Favorite Subject
    Reading

    Hobbies
    I love spending time with my family.

    Message
    I love teaching because I know I can have a positive impact on someone's future success!


    Jesus Alicia Madril Jimenez
  • McCan Megan
    Megan McCan Music McCan.Megan@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Avondale, AZ

    Favorite Subject
    Music and physics

    Hobbies
    Crafting, cooking, and camping.

    Message
    As an alumni of Quentin, I am so excited to be back. I look forward to fostering an appreciation of music and growing musically with all of the students this year!


    Megan McCan
  • Russell Christine
    Christine Russell Student Achievement Coach russell.christine@littletonaz.org
    Additional information

    Hometown
    Fontana, CA

    Favorite Subject
    Math

    Hobbies
    Online shopping, swimming, and riding my bike.

    Message
    I love being a Shark! Working here with the people I work with doesn't make it feel like work. It is a place I love coming to every day. As the instructional coach, I love that I get to work with every student, teacher, admin, and other staff members so that I can make an impact throughout the school.

    University of Phoenix logo Ottawa University logo


    Christine Russell

School Support


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  • Wisener Katherine
    Katherine Wisener Psychologist wisener.katherine@littletonaz.org
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    Hometown
    Glendale, AZ

    Favorite Subject
    Neurological psychology

    Hobbies
    Volunteer work through the Daughters of the American Revolution, which includes fundraisers for community cleanups, volunteering and food pantries, donations, rewards, and scholarships for education, and historical preservation. I also spend a lot of time at the dog park with the sweetest boy ever, Hendrix.

    Message
    Education is the family business - both my parents, my grandmothers, and all of my father's siblings were teachers, and some became administrators. Therefore, I was never going to work in education. However, in college, while studying psychology, I started doing in-home therapy with children with Autism and I loved it. 

    The elementary school I attended had a high population of students with various disabilities, some very severe, and the school did a great job teaching us students about our peers and helping us to create friendships with these students.

    Therefore, I really think these two things pushed me back into education because I realized I innately understood education processes and students with disabilities due to my exposure to both of these things as a child. 

    I started as a paraprofessional, then a behavior specialist. As a behavior specialist, I met and worked closely with my school psychologist, Mike Linehan (now at Collier). He mentored me and pushed me to become a school psychologist. So, I started a program, and he was right! I love it! I love that I get to work with all grade levels, and all students. I like to solve the puzzle that is a student and work with teachers, families, and staff to help that student find success!


    Katherine Wisener