VGPA Welcome to the 20/21 School Year! by https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6 Share a snap of your life! From the type of shoes you are wearing, to a snapshot of your office, to what is right outside your window, sharing a snapshot of your life is a fun way to get everyone connected. en-us 2020-07-07 22:31:12 UTC 2024-11-21 21:35:12 UTC hello@padlet.com Mr. Deedrick Martinez, School Leader eliguevara1 https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649584238 Hey VGPA Team ! I have been with Leonagroup for 15 years. I started as a Spanish Teacher and moved into a Curriculum Coaching position. I have a 5 months boy, and 2 girls ( 2 and 8 year old) . VGPA = Together Towards Tomorrow ]]> 2020-07-07 22:35:25 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649584238 Mrs. Elvia Guevara, Instructional Specialist eliguevara1 https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649584654 Welcome to the 20/21 School Year! 
  1. Born and Raised in Phoenix, Ariozna
  2. Married with 2 children
I've been with the Leona Group for 15 years. 
  1. ELAS Coordinator @ the school and corporate level. 
  2. Taught 11 years, KG-8th grade
  3. 2nd years as a Curriculum coach @ VGPA
Looking forward to a succesful year!
]]> 2020-07-07 22:36:18 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649584654 Mrs. Emma Cabral, Office Manager eliguevara1 https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649584912 Married, have 4 children ages 4 to 13. I have been with Leona Group for 15 years. Love spending my time with my family. ]]> 2020-07-07 22:36:53 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649584912 Mr. Rashan Williams, PBIS Coach eliguevara1 https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649585158 Hello everyone, This is my first year with VGPA. I'm a California kid but glad to call Arizona home. I've been working in the school setting for over 4 years now,specifically with At-Risk Youth. Former college athlete (Football) and coached at that college level as well. Go Lions!!! ]]> 2020-07-07 22:37:24 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649585158 Ms. Celina Macias, NSLP, Enrollment Specialist eliguevara1 https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649585292 Hola! California is my home but I've been living in AZ for a while now. I have been with TLG for a little over a year now. I love spending time with kids; I feel like there is so much we can learn from them. I love watching movies, cooking, and spending time with my friends, bf and family.]]> 2020-07-07 22:37:47 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649585292 Mrs. Kimberly Patterson, Attendance Clerk/Receptionist eliguevara1 https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649585655 Been with Leona Group 1 1/2 years.  Married with 4 children & 7 Grands.
My Family is everything to me. It's not life unless you are living it to the fullest! KP]]> 2020-07-07 22:38:34 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649585655 Mrs. Jamie Ulloa, School Counselor eliguevara1 https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649586118 Hi Folks,
I'm an adventurous and outdoorsy person at heart and in my every day life. Professional my background is in Clinical Mental Health and Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy. With less than a year with Leona Group and Vista Grove Prep I am excited to start the year! (Pictured is Jax--one of my favorite and most opinionated co-workers.)]]> 2020-07-07 22:39:26 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649586118 Ms. Aaliyah White, Social Worker eliguevara1 https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649586348
I’m from Chicago, IL born and raised. I recently just move to AZ almost a year ago with my 3 year old daughter Brylee. This is my first time in a school setting and I have been with Leona Group since January.]]> 2020-07-07 22:39:56 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649586348 Ms. Cheyna Taylor, Kindergarten Teacher eliguevara1 https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649586699
Hello everyone! This is my second year of teaching Kindergarten at Vista Grove. I love to dance, hike and explore new places. Over the summer I went hiking in Sedona and the Grand Canyon. I'm excited to add some fun and sunshine to my new group of kiddos. My door or computer screen is always open. :)]]> 2020-07-07 22:40:47 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649586699 Ms. Jessica Jordan, First Grade Teacher eliguevara1 https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649587160 Hey team, this will be my 7th year with VGPA! I have done 1-6th so if you need any ideas I am your lady. I am excited for the new challenges to come! If we work together and use each others strengths to build our weakness we can go where no team has gone before- TOGETHER *TOWARDS* TOMORROW

]]> 2020-07-07 22:41:43 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649587160 Ms. Alyssa Lindy, Second Grade eliguevara1 https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649588247 Indiana born & raised. Moved to Las Vegas 5 years ago & now currently moving to Arizona with my fiance as I'm typing this! This is my first year with Leona group, but will be my 6th year teaching. I'm excited to join this work family!🙂]]> 2020-07-07 22:44:05 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649588247 Ms. Erica Curry, Third/Fourth Grade eliguevara1 https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649588560 I just moved here from North Carolina and am super excited to be a part of the Vista Grove team! This is my 3rd year teaching and I have always had a passion for working with students and making a positive influence. This here is my precious dog Jack that I got back after my ex having him for a year and a half. I love him so much! I love to paint, hike, and I am actually trying to get into some modeling as a hobby. ]]> 2020-07-07 22:44:31 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649588560 Ms. Cindy Lewis, Sixth Grade Teacher eliguevara1 https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649589510 Hello all! I am so excited to start on my first year with VGPA. I come from a background in children's ministry and cannot wait to continue to pour into the lives of young people. I have one 11 year old daughter and I love spending time with her and going on hiking adventures. ]]> 2020-07-07 22:46:42 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649589510 Mrs. Nicole Lord, Seventh Grade Teacher eliguevara1 https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649589727 Hello everyone, This is my second year teaching at Vista Grove (Leona Group) and my 5th year teaching. I will be teaching 7th grade this coming school year  for the first time and I am so excited. 
I am married with 3 wonderful children ages 7-13. This summer has definitely been a challenge trying to keep my children busy/occupied at home because of COVID-19 so we have been playing LOTS of board games.]]> 2020-07-07 22:47:14 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649589727 Ms. Kyra Simpson, Eighth Grade Teacher eliguevara1 https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649589964 Greetings Everyone 💛, 
I have been with Leona Group for 1 full school term. However, I’ve been in the school system (teaching) for 4years.  I’m a Southern Bell from Mississippi who’s extremely excited to make Arizona my new home. ]]> 2020-07-07 22:47:49 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649589964 Ms. Shelly Tawfall, MOWR Intructional Support eliguevara1 https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649590880 This will be my 5th year with Leona Group. I work with K-3 students.  My family is my everything!  My oldest is 43 and my youngest is 3 years old.]]> 2020-07-07 22:49:30 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649590880 Mrs. Tiffany Manley, Title 1 Teacher eliguevara1 https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649591117 This is the second half of my first year with VGPA.  I am moving to reading specialist from Title 1 for now, but who Knows? Maybe magic Mr. Martinez will get our grant back!
I have an amazing fourth grader, a fantastic 7 year old,  a husband and three grandfolks all spoiling us rotten while we are stuck at home.]]> 2020-07-07 22:49:57 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649591117 Mrs. Deborah Ames, eliguevara1 https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649591673 Been with VGPA for 10 years. I'm a bus driver. I'm a native to AZ. I was born in Flagstaff. Just celebrated my 38th wedding anniversary. I enjoy being with my son and working in my garden and playing with my 
Great Dane. ]]> 2020-07-07 22:50:54 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649591673 Ms. Shontei Stuckey, Bus Driver eliguevara1 https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649591927 2020-07-07 22:51:26 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/649591927 Ms. Jordan Johnson, SpED eliguevara1 https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/652077531 Hello everyone! I’m Mrs. Johnson and I’ll be the Special Education teacher this year! I have a five year old who will be starting kindergarten in the Fall! In my spare time, I like to crochet, read, and spend time outdoors. ]]> 2020-07-10 22:51:25 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/652077531 Mrs. Sheri Wheat, Specials Teacher eliguevara1 https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/652095613 I have taught 2nd grade for 6 years at VGPA and have switched to PE for the upcoming year! I’m super excited to teach the kids how great it feels to be healthy and in shape.  I love playing Pickleball and shopping for fun shoes to workout in! I can’t wait to be with you all and the students once again. ]]> 2020-07-10 23:43:50 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/652095613 Ms. Mia Davy Fifth Grade Teacher https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/656163720 I am excited to be completing my first year of teaching post grad from Buffalo State with the VGPA team ! I was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. I love to travel, when I was offered the opportunity to move to Arizona it warmed my heart. I look forward to growing in my career and making my family proud. ]]> 2020-07-16 16:15:23 UTC https://padlet.com/eliguevara1/8ifrer7um15zion6/wish/656163720