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STEAM-focused programs that empower students with knowledge, imagination, and problem-solving skills.
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A Nurturing Environment for Every Learner

We at OCASA are committed to providing a safe, welcoming and enriching learning environment for students. Our Staff and teachers empower curiosity and creativity in students, ensuring their success through personalized learning. We offer opportunities for the individual to explore their interests through Inquiry Arc programs.
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How Our Teachers Support Student Growth

At OCASA, our teachers and staff provide personalized attention in small classes and a supportive school community. This approach fosters deeper student engagement, meaningful relationships, and higher academic achievement, ensuring every child receives the support they need to thrive.

Meet Our Teachers and Staff

OCASA Leadership

Kapil Mathur
Mr. Mathur LinkedIn

Founder & Executive Director, OCASA HQ

Jessica Newburn (1)
Ms. Newburn LinkedIn

Director of Schools, OCASA HQ

Dot Blanchi
Ms. Blanchi LinkedIn

Director of Operations, OCASA HQ

OCASA Elementary Team

Julie Beddow-Schubert
Dr. Beddow-Schubert

Principal, OCASA Elementary

Amanda Cronic
Ms. Cronic

Red Band, TK Teacher

Kayla Demari
Ms. Demari

Orange Band Teacher

Ramon Gonzalez
Mr. Gonzalez

Yellow Band Education Specialist

Taylor Groeniger
Mrs. Groeniger

Orange Band Teacher

Gina L'amour
Ms. L'amour

Visual Arts Teacher

Natalie Mason
Mrs. Mason

Red Band, TK Teacher

Hobi McClain
Mrs. McClain

Administrative Assistant

Vanessa Robertson
Mrs. Robertson

STEM Master Teacher

Jillian Taylor
Ms. Taylor

Red Band Teacher

Jenna Willey
Ms. Willey

Red Band, TK Lead Teacher

Blake Williams
Mr. Williams

Orange Band Instructional Assistant

Kaitlyn Boyd
Ms. Boyd

Red Band Instructional Assistant

Clarabelle Yee
Ms. Yee

Orange Band Education Specialist

Liah Ornelas
Ms. Ornelas

SPED Instructional Assistant

Jacob Fajardo
Mr. Fajardo

SPED Instructional Assistant

Natalie Gonzalez
Mrs. Gonzalez

SPED Instructional Assistant

Camille Mazloomian
Ms. Mazloomian

Red Band Teacher

Monica Cohen
Ms. Cohen

Spanish Teacher

Anastasia Gershenovitz
Ms. Gershenovitz

Ed Specialist

Rebecca Feldman
Ms. Feldman

Instructional Assistant

Natalie Meier
Ms. Meier

Orange Band Teacher

Leslie Curtis
Ms. Curtis

Instructional Assistant

Laura Sanborn
Ms. Sanborn

Yellow Band Teacher

Sammie Lee
Ms. Lee

TK Instructional Assistant

Paige Medlen
Ms. Medlen

Instructional Assistant

Micaela Robinson
Mrs. Robinson

Health Clerk

Tania Sanchez
Ms. Sanchez

AFT SCHL REC LDR

Stephen Coss
Mr. Coss

Arts Quest / Music Teacher

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Ms. Schnars

AFT SCHL REC LDR

Ryan Corrigan
Mr. Corrigan

Yellow Band Teacher

Martha Casarrubias
Ms. Casarrubias-Diaz

Office Manager

David Keleman
Mr. Kelemen

Physical Education Teacher

Stephanie Mora
Ms. Mora

Beyond the Stars, Assistant Coordinator

Horacio Medrano
Mr. Medrano

Porter

Susan Jaeckel
Mrs. Jaeckel

School Counselor

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Ms. Guthary

Red Band Teacher

Anne Benson
Mrs. Benson

Yellow Band Teacher

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Mrs. Gonzalez

SPED Instructional Assistant

Banker
Mrs. Banker

Beyond the Stars Coordinator

Kue Thomas
Mr. Thomas

Music Teacher

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Ms. Keyes

Instructional Assistant

OCASA Elementary Tustin (TK to 6th Grade)

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Designation

OCASA Middle School (6th to 8th Grade)

Emily Corrigan
Mrs. Corrigan

7th and 8th Grade Humanities

Nathan Parr
Mr. Parr

Principal, OCASA Middle School

Sindy Garcia
Ms. Garcia

School Site Operations Coordinator

Katie Holt
Mrs. Holt

6th Grade Teacher

Jenny Huynh
Ms. Huynh

7th & 8th Grade Math, Computer Science, & Project Lead the Way

Susan Jaeckel
Mrs. Jaeckel

School Counselor

David Keleman
Mr. Kelemen

Physical Education Teacher

Gina L'amour
Ms. L'amour

Visual Arts Teacher

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Mr. Banister

Education Specialist

Student Support

Marissa Thornquist
Ms. Thornquist

Speech pathologist

Jacob Walsh
Mr. Walsh

Behavior Intervention Specialist

Casas, Christina
Ms. Casas

Director of Student Services, OCASA HQ

OCASA Headquarters

Paul D'Ambrosio
Mr. D'Ambrosio

Community Outreach Manager, OCASA HQ

Jessie Boyne
Mrs. Boyne

HR/Accounting Specialist, OCASA HQ

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