Miss Veronica is a dedicated educator and a proud native of California. She has been working with Archofacts Archaeology for Kids for the past 4 years. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from San Diego State University and has a deep passion for teaching across various subjects, with a particular enthusiasm for science and history. Throughout her career, Veronica has gained extensive experience as a classroom aide, science tutor for high school students, and working with elementary school children. Veronica's husband, a retired Navy veteran, and their two children are central to her life. Her daughter is currently attending college, and her son is an 8th grade student whom she has homeschooled for the past eight years. In addition to her professional pursuits, Veronica enjoys writing, crafting, and spending quality time with her family while continuing her work with children. She is looking forward to another wonderful year! 

 

CHARTERS ACCEPTED: Element, Elite, Sage Oak, Compass, Granite Mountain, Suncoast, SoCal Scholars, Freedom, PCA, MVA, CPA, Excel, Springs, Best, Gorman, Epic, Taylion

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EMAIL: Archofacts@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS:

Venmo: @Melissahareallen

Paypal:Melissahareallen@gmail.com

Zelle: archofacts@gmail.com

Checks written out to Melissa Allen, Cash / Charter Funds

Mikala Aragon has been part of Home School Enrichment Centers for 3 years and has fallen in love with how excited and passionate each teacher, parent and stundent is about learning. She has searved as a teacher for over seven years and across all grade levels. Mikala graduated from the University of Arizona Global Campus with a degree in History, however she is an expert in elementary math and middle and high school sciences. She has earned many academic awards and recieved recognition for outstanding work in the Lakeside Union School Dirstict. She is passionate about learning through exploration. Her mission is to inspire her students to enjoy the process of learning and develop thier skills as critical thinkers. Mikala is a advocate for students of all learning types and creates a classroom environment where both success and failure are celebrated as exciting parts of growth and learning. Mikala has had many years of working with students who are neurodivergent and does her best to make exceptional students feel at home within the classroom. Beyond the classroom, Miss Aragon is an avid baker, traveler, and explorer of sea life. She spends much of her free time exploring and trying new things.

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CHARTERS: PCA, Freedom, Cabrillo, Mission Vista, Elite, Sage Oak, Excel, Element, SoCal Scholars, Suncoast

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EMAIL: mikalaaragon@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo:@Mikala-Aragon

Paypal:@mikalaaragon

Cash, Check

Sifu Mario Mayorga, owner of 5 Elements Martial Arts & Wellness Center, began his martial arts journey in 1993, training in Taekwondo, Northern Shaolin, Wing Chun Kung Fu, Aikido, Tai Chi, Escrima, and Chi Gong. He earned his black belt in Kung Fu in 1999 and specializes in Northern Shaolin Kung Fu and Tai Chi, with extensive experience teaching children across San Diego County.

In 2005, Mario earned an Associate of Science degree from Grossmont College and began studies at San Diego State University. Inspired by healers, he studied at the International Professional School of Bodywork, becoming a certified Massage Therapist in 2010, specializing in Thai Medical Massage and Sensory Re-patterning. That year, he co-founded 5 Elements with Keith Jacobson, blending martial arts, Tai Chi, Chi Gong, Yoga, and massage therapy. In 2012, he became a certified Holistic Health Practitioner and completed teacher training at IPSB in 2014.

Mario continues to train in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Filipino Martial Arts, and ICE Urban Combat Martial Arts. Outside the studio, he enjoys soccer, basketball, yoga, gymnastics, ballroom dancing, hiking, and cycling, enriching his holistic approach to wellness.

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CHARTERS: Mission Vista Academy, Pacific Coast Academy, Freedom Academy, Sage Oak, Element Education, Elite Academy, Excel Academy

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EMAIL: 5elementssandiego@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo: @Mario-Mayorga-4, Paypal: 5elementssandiego@gmail.com

Cash / Check

Toni Brooks, a passionate educator with over 20 years of experience, holds a magna cum laude degree in education from California State University, Northridge, with a teaching credential in Language & Diversity and a minor in Cultural Linguistics. She has taught K-12 students in public, private, charter, and homeschool settings, specializing in curriculum design, reading/math intervention, social-emotional learning, and Kagan cooperative strategies.

 

A literacy coach and fluent ASL speaker, Toni shares her love of Deaf culture, inspired by a Deaf family member. She fosters joyful, supportive learning environments to build student confidence and a lifelong love of learning. Toni lives in San Diego with her family and enjoys travel, reading, and exploring local coffee shops.

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CHARTERS: PCA, Freedom, Excel, Cabrillo Point, Dimensions/Element, Suncoast, Socal Scholars, Elite, MVA

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EMAIL: tonibteaching@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo@Toni-Brooks-15

Paypal: t.brooks228@gmail.com

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Makenzie Burrows has lived in San Diego her whole life, and has been in Lakeside with her husband and son for the last 3 years. She graduated with a bachelors degree from SDSU in 2021 in Business. Since high school, however, she has been doing floral design and started her own business officially during college to pursue weddings and events. In the midst of weekend jobs, she tutored at her old high school as well as made spelling and vocabulary games for coworkers kids. Makenzie has always enjoyed teaching kids, working in junior high youth group at church, and encouraging young ones to learn and grow. Her goal is to bring the love of learning to each kid she teaches and interacts with in the classroom, and to feel proud of the work they have accomplished. 

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CHARTERS: PCA, SoCal Scholars, Freedom, Excel, Element, CPA, Suncoast

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EMAIL: makenziecrouder@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo: @burrows-flowerbee

Zelle: 619-672-3085

​DillonTaitano, the founder of The Collective Movement, has been doing parkour for 15 years. Throughout his parkour career he has coached kids-adults, worked stunt jobs (movies-tv), and competed in many competitions, even winning a few. Parkour for him isn’t a career or a hobby, it’s a lifestyle. He will be practicing it for as long as he physically can! Longevity is his ultimate goal, along with continuing his efforts in working with the parkour community.

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The Collective Movements was founded on the base of providing a real world education of parkour. TCM Strives to provide excellent coaching who are capable not only as a coach, but as an athlete to demonstrate and provide feedback not just from a theoretical stand point, but from practical application

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Teacher: My name is Alex Karenbauer, and I am a dedicated parkour athlete with over four years of experience and more than two and a half years as a coach. I worked with a diverse age group—ranging from pre-K kids to adults over 50—bringing expertise and enthusiasm to teaching parkour. My style of coaching covers physical skills such as jumping over walls and executing flips, as well as the often-overlooked mental aspects of the discipline. I’ve taught various curriculums, including Apex School of Movement’s, UCSD’s gymnastics and parkour curriculum, and The Collective Movements curriculum, inspiring students to embrace parkour’s challenges and rewards that come along with it!

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CHARTERS: Excel Academy Charter School, Mission Vista Academy, Scale Academy, Pacific Coast Academy, Sage Oak Charter Schools, Granite Mountain Charter School, iLead Schools Development, Cabrillo Point Academy, Springs Charter Schools, Maker Learning Network, SoCal Scholars, Excel and More

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EMAIL: office@collectivemovements.com

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PAYMENTS:

Venmo: @DillonTaitano

Zelle: 760-554-0496)

Geek Cred, is run and was founded by husband and wife team, Andrea and Roman Covarubias. They have been a part of HEC for 4 years now. Andrea has been working in youth programs since 1997. Her curricula has enriched the lives of students all over the country through her work with The Y. Now, she homeschools her own children and shares her passion for creative technologies at HEC at the Lakeside and Bonita campuses.

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CHARTERS: PCA, CPA, MVA, SoCal Scholars, Sage Oak, Excel, Dimensions, Freedom, Compass

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EMAIL: geekcredkids@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: Zelle: geekcredkids@gmail.com 

Paypal: @geekcredkids
Venmo: @GeekCredKids

Geek Cred, is run and was founded by husband and wife team, Andrea and Roman Covarubias. They have been a part of HEC for 4 years now. Roman has been working in carpentry and construction since 1999. Now, homeschooling his own children, he has been inspired to offer classes in his field to us at HEC in Lakeside and Bonita. Known as the local handyman, his catchphrase is “I am the warranty."

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CHARTERS: PCA, CPA, MVA, SoCal Scholars, Sage Oak, Excel, Dimensions, Freedom, Compass

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EMAIL: geekcredkids@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: Zelle: geekcredkids@gmail.com 

Paypal: @geekcredkids
Venmo: @GeekCredKids

Geek Cred, is run and was founded by husband and wife team, Andrea and Roman Covarubias. They have been a part of HEC for 4 years now. For the second year, they are joined again by Saba Bajwa (Mrs. B), a bona fide scientist and HEC parent. Saba holds a Bachelor’s degree in Health Science and has experience in both homeopathy and pharmacy. She has actively contributed to various youth programs within her community. She has been homeschooling her children since 2017 and now teaches Geek Cred curriculum at HEC's Bonita location.

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CHARTERS: PCA, CPA, MVA, SoCal Scholars, Sage Oak, Excel, Dimensions, Freedom, Compass

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EMAIL: geekcredkids@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: Zelle: geekcredkids@gmail.com 

Paypal: @geekcredkids
Venmo: @GeekCredKids

​Ebelin is a devoted mom of four boys who began her homeschooling journey four years ago. With a deep love for teaching children, she has been a Sunday school teacher for over eight years and enjoys creating engaging and meaningful learning experiences. She taught Science and Spanish at HEC in the 2022/23 school year, took a brief break, and is now back for her second year in a row! She is excited to continue inspiring students and sharing her passion for learning in a fun and supportive environment.

 

Desert Coast Learning LLC was founded by dedicated educator, Mary Longbottom who has 15 years of experience teaching homeschool families. Mary graduated from San Diego State University in 2009 with a Liberal Arts degree in Science. She began teaching at Art with Larisse, guiding students in drawing, soft pastels, watercolor, and oil paints. Later, at Dehesa (now Element) South Bay Resource Center, she taught Art, Spanish, Science, Math, and History, and provided private tutoring for homeschool, private, and public school students. Passionate about integrating art into all subjects, Mary makes learning hands-on and engaging, helping students grasp concepts creatively.

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CHARTERS: Element, Excel, Elite, Sage Oak, Compass, Granite Mountain, Suncoast Academy, Best, Springs, SoCal Scholars, Freedom, Pacific Coast Academy, Mission Vista Academy, Cabrillo Point Academy, Tayliom, Sparrow, Gorman, Epic

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EMAIL: Desertcoastlearning@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo: Desertcoastlearning

PayPal: Desertcoastlearning

Zelle: Desertcoastlearning@gmail.com  

Sheryl has been dedicated to homeschooling for nearly 20 years, including 11 years teaching her own children. For the past 8 years, she has been running "Tot School" from her home, providing young learners with a nurturing and engaging start to their education. She joined HEC three years ago and has been a passionate educator ever since. With a heart for teaching, Sheryl covers all subjects in a loving and supportive environment, encouraging children to grow, explore, and develop a lifelong love for learning. She is excited to bring her experience and enthusiasm to the classroom and looks forward to inspiring young minds!

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Desert Coast Learning LLC was founded by dedicated educator, Mary Longbottom who has 15 years of experience teaching homeschool families. Mary graduated from San Diego State University in 2009 with a Liberal Arts degree in Science. She began teaching at Art with Larisse, guiding students in drawing, soft pastels, watercolor, and oil paints. Later, at Dehesa (now Element) South Bay Resource Center, she taught Art, Spanish, Science, Math, and History, and provided private tutoring for homeschool, private, and public school students. Passionate about integrating art into all subjects, Mary makes learning hands-on and engaging, helping students grasp concepts creatively.

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CHARTERS: Element, Excel, Elite, Sage Oak, Compass, Granite Mountain, Suncoast Academy, Best, Springs, SoCal Scholars, Freedom, Pacific Coast Academy, Mission Vista Academy, Cabrillo Point Academy, Tayliom, Sparrow, Gorman, Epic

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EMAIL: Desertcoastlearning@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo: Desertcoastlearning

PayPal: Desertcoastlearning

Zelle: Desertcoastlearning@gmail.com  

Angela Damery has experience teaching children for over 28 years. She has worked extensively with a diverse student population and a wide range of learning styles. As a San Diego native, she received her bachelor’s degree from San Diego State University while later completing her masters degree with an emphasis in teaching reading. Angela enjoys watching her students master academic skills through meaningful interactions. Getting students engaged in their learning and providing hands-on experiences is what she loves to do! Angela strives to not only develop positive relationships with her students, but with their families as well. When she is not teaching, Angela enjoys spending time reading, cooking, gardening, and being outdoors with her family.

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CHARTERS: PCA, Compass, Suncoast, Sage Oak, Socal Scholars, Excel, Freedom

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EMAIL: angeladamery58@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo: @Angela-Damery (pay with Friends & Family Only)

Zelle

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DeAnna has been molding young minds, creatively at HEC for 4 years. She is a professional seamstress by trade, with a degree in Fashion Design. She has also taught mixed media art classes to children for 4 years as well. She is a wife and a mother of 3, ages 11, 9, and 6. She absolutely loves what she does, which is offer a creative space for children to explore and discover through sewing, mixed media arts. Having a quality creative outlet for children (and adults alike) is crucial in this tech driven world. Creativity is a muscle and the more we use it the better we get at it. Spreading joy through the arts is something she will be doing for the rest of her life.

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CHARTERS: Pacific Coast Academy, Freedom Academy, Suncoast Prep Academy, SoCal Scholars, Excel

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EMAIL: dcmunoz12@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo: @deannamunozclasses

Paypal: @deannamunozartclasses

Connie Gatlin has been in education for over 35 years. She has taught students from Pre-School Montessori through Algebra 2. She believes that not all students learn in the same manner and adjusts her style to incorporate all students. She is patient with students and wants all students to be successful!

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CHARTERS: PCA, CPA, SoCal Scholars, Freedom, Excel

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EMAIL: cgatlin2011@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo: @Connie-Gatlin-2

Julia Amonette-Hinke, a seasoned art educator in San Diego, leverages over a decade of experience in fine art, sculpture, and language arts. Her teaching approach is grounded in solid training from local colleges in studio arts and language arts. With a focus on skill development, Julia adeptly guides students in ceramic clay, painting, and drawing. Empowering creativity, she encourages students to push their artistic boundaries and express their unique perspectives. Julia's classroom environment is known for fostering experimentation and growth. Through her guidance, students hone their craft and discover their creative voices. Her commitment to nurturing artistic exploration underscores her teaching philosophy.

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CHARTERS: PCA, MVA, CPA, Excel, Elite, Dimensions, Suncoast (San Diego Only)

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EMAIL: juliaamonette@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo:@Julia-Amonette-Hinke

Zelle & Paypal: juliaamonette@gmail.com

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​Chef instructor Alex has been a teacher’s aide in a blended preschool, created and managed an after care homework club, hosted craft parties for children, and more! She loves seeing children light up and watching their confidence grow as they learn knew skills. Chef Alex is a self-taught chef who loves trying new cuisines and ingredients from different countries - it’s like traveling through cooking!

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CHARTERS: PCA, Excel, Freedom, SoCal Scholars

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EMAIL: sd@stickyfingerscooking.com

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo: victoria-jones-97

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Our wonderful chef instructor Luz has been working with students in both in-home and in-school settings for over 10 years. She has taught ages TK through 11th grade students and loves seeing them smile and learn. She also teaches Spanish and is excited to include some vocabulary words in the classroom. Chef Luz is self-taught in cooking and baking and loves to try new recipes!

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CHARTERS: PCA, Excel, Freedom, SoCal Scholars

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EMAIL: sd@stickyfingerscooking.com

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo: victoria-jones-97

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Karin Leonard is a homeschooling mom and a classically trained pianist. For over 30 years, she has taught beginner to advanced level music to people from ages 5 to 95. At age 14, she sang at Carnegie Hall. At age 16, she was hired as a church pianist, began assembling praise bands, conducting choirs and directing musicals. After graduating, she worked for the college tutoring department teaching piano, music theory, math and English and performed as a featured soloist in the college Jazz Ensemble. In 1997, she was hired as a church music director. Karin loves to be creative with music and arts and crafts. She enjoys composing music, crocheting, painting, sewing, and relaxing with her family and their pugs. Karin feels blessed to have shared her love and knowledge of music, math, crochet, and writing with hundreds of people over the years.

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CHARTERS: Pacific Coast Academy, Mission Vista Academy, Cabrillo Point Academy, Dehesa/Dimensions Academy, Springs: Empire, Harbor, Pacific, Freedom Academy, Elite Academy, Sage Oak, Excel, SunCoast Prep, SoCal Scholars Academy

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EMAIL: learntoplay@cox.net AND karinleonard@cox.net

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo: @Karin-Leonard-2

PayPal: karinleonard@cox.net (Pay with Friends & Family or add 5% fee)

Zelle: karinleonard@cox.ne

Amy Martinez is originally from New York and has been living in Chula Vista with her husband their two sons since 2009. After obtaining her bachelors degree in Health Education in 2014, she set out to teach health and wellness to the community. It was then she realized her love for teaching, and started working with Special Ed Students in the public school system. Shortly after, Amy began her Homeschool Teacher journey with a local charter school and has been teaching ever since. Amy's end goal in all her classes is to ensure her students feel successful and proud of themselves when they leave at the end of the day!

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CHARTERS: PCA, CPA, Freedom & Dimensions, Mission Vista, Suncoast, SoCal Scholars, Excel

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EMAIL: amy.martinez.vendor@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: Zelle:757-839-0925

Venmo: Amy-Martinez-74​

Music Speaks Studio wants to help make lifelong music lovers who believe that music is meant to be shared.  Our mission at Music Speaks Studio is to cultivate a dynamic community where aspiring musicians thrive in small group settings. By fostering collaborative learning environments, we nurture individual growth, ignite artistic innovation, and celebrate the joy of music-making. Through personalized instruction and interactive experiences, we empower students to explore their passions, develop their skills, and forge lifelong connections with fellow musicians. Together, we harmonize the journey of musical discovery, inspiring each other to reach new heights of creativity, expression, and excellence. 

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Darryn Campbell has been playing guitar for 14 years, earning a Bachelor’s in Guitar Performance and a Master’s in Performance Psychology. He believes in enhancing art and life through mental skills training, focusing on upbeat and positive practice sessions. Raised by music-loving parents from the grunge era, Darryn grew up with constant music, leading him to excel in guitar. He earned a college scholarship and served as a guitarist and crew chief for California Baptist University, touring the U.S. and performing at high schools and churches. Beyond music, Darryn is a gamer, exercise and nutrition trainer, MMA enthusiast, and die-hard Raiders fan.​

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CHARTERS: PCA, MVA; Element/Dimensions; Springs Charter; Elite; Freedom (Literacy First); Sage Oak; SDRC; SoCal Scholars, Excel

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EMAIL: Ruthie@MusicSpeaksStudio.com

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PAYMENTS: 

VenMo: @MusicSpeaksStudio

PayPal: @MusicSpeaksStudio

Zelle: Ruthie@MusicSpeaksStudio.com

"Coach Ron" founded Pacific Hills Chess Academy in 2012. He was President of the San Diego Chess Club for 16 years and President of the Southern California Chess Federation for 3 years. He helped organize two US Chess Championships held in San Diego in 2004 and 2006. He has been teaching thousands of students over the last 30+ years, including his time with Mountain Lake Chess Camp run by International Master Larry Evans.

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Mr Acierto has been teaching and coaching chess under the guidance of national chess champion Larry Evans for many years. Mr. Acierto loves teaching kids and seeing their excitement when they see & learn a new move! 

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CHARTERS: PCA, Freedom, SoCal Scholars Academy, Excel Academy

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EMAIL: rrezendes@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: 

Paypal via website / Paypal: coachron

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Lara Sheridan has been teacher at HEC for 4 years, and working with kids in edcational environments for 20 years.  She found HEC during her own homeschool journey with her 5 children.  Her biggest goal is to create an environment where students love to learn and have positive experiences around the subjects taught that can carry them for years to come in their educational journey.  Partnering with families on specific learning and classroom goals is an important part of her teaching.  

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CHARTERS: PCA, Freedom, SoCal Scholars, Excel

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EMAIL: larasheridan@me.com

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PAYMENTS: Zelle - larasheridan@me.com V

Venmo - @lseducation

Play-Well TEKnologies has been dedicated to teaching kids through hands-on activities with LEGO for over 20 years. Our instructors are fully trained and excited about teaching STEM to your students.

 

Alex brings his passion for all things STEM to Play-Well, making him a cornerstone of our team. With a Bachelor’s in Computer Science from the University of Portland, Alex excels in teaching everything from basic engineering concepts to advanced robotics. His expertise and enthusiasm inspire students to dive into the world of STEM with confidence and curiosity.

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CHARTERS: Granite Mountain Academy, Visions, iLead, River Springs, Sage Oak, Compass, Sky Mountain, Suncoast Prep, River Oaks, Pacific Coast Academy, SoCal Scholars, Cabrillo Point Academy, LFCS Freedom Academy, Mission Vista Academy, Excel Academy

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EMAIL: faith@play-well.org

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo: @Timothy-Bowen-49
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A native speaker, Ms Adriana received all her elementary education in her home country of Costa Rica. Conversation, fluency, spelling and grammar were solidified during those early years of her life. Upon moving to California, learning English as a second language became a priority, but at home and with friends Spanish continued to remain the norm. Professionally, Ms Adriana has spent the last 14 years as a Spanish Linguist. She started teaching elementary school children back in 2003 and currently teaches all ages and grade levels.

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CHARTERS: PCA, Freedom, Elite, Excel, SoCal Scholars, and Sage Oak

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EMAIL: sparkjoycollective@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo: @adri_robinson

Paypal: @adrianaprobinson

Zelle: priscilavqz@hotmail.com

She is a French native. She has been teaching this language for over 30 years in the San Diego area in private schools. She also has been tutoring students from Pre-K - 12th as well as adults. She loves her language and wants to share it as well as the rich French culture. Her goal is for people to be able to speak the basic during their trip to France and other French speaking destinations.

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CHARTERS: Pacific Coast Academy, Elite, Freedom, So Cal, Element, Sage Oak, Excel

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EMAIL: regineswim@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo @Regine Swim
Zelle @ regineswim@gmail.com
Paypal @regine frenchie

Tamberly Slagle is a passionate educator and devoted mother with over six years of experience in homeschool enrichment across Southern California. With a background in baking, art, science, and photography, she offers dynamic, hands-on classes designed to spark creativity and curiosity. Committed to personalized learning, she fosters critical thinking and a supportive environment where students feel encouraged to explore and express themselves. Tamberly’s mission is to inspire a love of learning and make a lasting impact on each child’s educational journey.

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CHARTERS: PCA, Freedom, Excel, SoCal Scholars

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EMAIL: Tamberly@hiddenstarphotography.com

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo: @Tamberly-Slagle

PayPal: Tamberly@hiddenstarphotography.com

​Zelle: 619-315-7014

Playground Players was started by Laura Beuno. She has been teaching throughout San Diego County since 2003. She has a Bachelor of Science in Music Education from the University of Missouri and has performed with the San Diego Opera for 20 years. Laura has a passion for teaching young budding actors and singers and loves using their creative energy to build a production from the ground up! Playground Players Productions was founded in 2016 and Edudance Classrooms in Motion was founded in 2003. Over these past 21 years, Laura has taught thousands of students the art of ballroom dance, theater, and vocal performance.

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CHARTERS: PCA, MVA, CPA, Freedom, Excel, Sage Oak, Elite Academy, Suncoast Academy, Dimensions Academy, Granite Mountain, Sparrow Academy

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EMAIL: sdplaygroundplayers@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo: laura-bueno-2
PayPal: playgroundplayersproductions@hotmail.com
Zelle: sdplaygroundplayers@gmail.com

Sawyer’s love for sports has made him one of Kidokinetics’ top youth coaches! A Seattle native, he grew up embracing the outdoors—rain or shine—playing football, baseball, and even golf. His passion for helping kids discover and enjoy new sports is one of his proudest achievements. This semester at HEC, Sawyer is excited to bring fun, energy, and dynamic sports activities to every class. Don’t hesitate to say hello!

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Brady Boyd is the owner of Kidokinetics San Diego. With a background as a former college athlete at PLNU and as a father of two girls (4 and 7 year olds), he understands the importance of physical activity and fitness and teaching these concepts to kids. He enjoys passing on his love for sports and physical activity to kids and helping them to PLAY CONFIDENTLY!  Their certified coaches bring their own unique skills and experience, but they are all united by a love for inspiring kids to be active and confident. They believe in the power of play to not only improve physical fitness but to also help children develop critical life skills like teamwork, leadership, and resilience. Their coaches are passionate about creating an environment where kids can have fun, be challenged, and grow, all while fostering a positive attitude toward sports and physical activity.

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CHARTERS ACCEPTED: CPA, PCA, Elite, Excel, MVA, Julian, Suncoast, and SoCal Scholars

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EMAIL: sandiego@kidokinetics.com

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PAYMENTS: Checks made out to “Kidokinetics San Diego”
Venmo: @KidoSD
PayPal: paypal.me/BradyCBoyd
Zelle: sandiego@kidokinetics.com

Mrs. Abney is looking forward to her fourth year here at HEC. She has earned a CA teaching credential and degrees in Science and Education and has been teaching or homeschooling for 20+ years, including her own three children. She has taught a variety of classes in all grade levels Tk-12, in a variety of settings; private school, science co-ops, online classes, and now as a vendor at HEC. She truly enjoys working with the children and families at HEC and sharing her love of homeschooling. She also enjoys homeschooling her last child, (who loves the HEC), spending time with her family, and sewing.

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CHARTERS ACCEPTED: Freedom, PCA, CPA, MVA, Excel, SoCal Scholars, Suncoast

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EMAIL: saabney@me.com

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PAYMENTS:

Venmo: @SAAbney
PayPal: @sabneyteach

Playground Players was started by Laura Beuno. She has been teaching throughout San Diego County since 2003. She has a Bachelor of Science in Music Education from the University of Missouri and has performed with the San Diego Opera for 20 years. Laura has a passion for teaching young budding actors and singers and loves using their creative energy to build a production from the ground up! Playground Players Productions was founded in 2016 and Edudance Classrooms in Motion was founded in 2003. Over these past 21 years, Laura has taught thousands of students the art of ballroom dance, theater, and vocal performance.

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Joy is a local San Diego actor/singer/dancer/educator. She has a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of California, Irvine. Locally, she has performed on stages at The La Jolla Playhouse, the Old Globe, The Moonlight Amphitheater, LEGOLAND CA, SeaWorld and both San Diego Zoo parks.  When not performing Joy loves teaching the next generation of artists. She has found fulfillment in leading children to their inner confidence and inspiring a deep love for the performing arts. Her goal is to create a positive environment where all students can thrive, and gain skills beyond the classroom and stage.

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CHARTERS: PCA, MVA, CPA, Freedom, Excel, Sage Oak, Elite Academy, Suncoast Academy, Dimensions Academy, Granite Mountain, Sparrow Academy

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EMAIL: sdplaygroundplayers@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo: laura-bueno-2
PayPal: playgroundplayersproductions@hotmail.com
Zelle: sdplaygroundplayers@gmail.com

Playground Players was started by Laura Beuno. She has been teaching throughout San Diego County since 2003. She has a Bachelor of Science in Music Education from the University of Missouri and has performed with the San Diego Opera for 20 years. Laura has a passion for teaching young budding actors and singers and loves using their creative energy to build a production from the ground up! Playground Players Productions was founded in 2016 and Edudance Classrooms in Motion was founded in 2003. Over these past 21 years, Laura has taught thousands of students the art of ballroom dance, theater, and vocal performance.

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Shirley Johnston is pleased to be teaching with Playground Players Productions and Edudance! A dancer for several years, Shirley has taught hundreds of students around San Diego County. She has been a staple in the San Diego theater community as a performer, as well as a director. Shirley brings her vast knowledge of acting, tap, jazz, hip hop, ballet, and cultural dancing to make sure your child has the best dance experience possible! Shirley teaches ballroom dance to kids in National City for Edudance, another part of Playground Players Productions' offerings. She is excited to continue teaching this school year at HEC!

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CHARTERS: PCA, MVA, CPA, Freedom, Excel, Sage Oak, Elite Academy, Suncoast Academy, Dimensions Academy, Granite Mountain, Sparrow Academy

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EMAIL: sdplaygroundplayers@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo: laura-bueno-2
PayPal: playgroundplayersproductions@hotmail.com
Zelle: sdplaygroundplayers@gmail.com

Cassia Knighton is an excellent educator with a passion for supporting students of all learning styles. With a background in commercial interior design, she chose to step away from her career to focus on raising her two children, now 13 and 11. As her children grew, she found joy in education, beginning as a noon duty substitute with the Lakeside Union School District before transitioning into a Special Education Instructional Assistant role. For the past four years, Cassia has worked closely with students, gaining valuable experience in adapting instruction to meet diverse learning needs. Over the last eight months, she has had the privilege of serving as a substitute at HEC, further deepening her commitment to fostering an engaging and supportive learning environment. Cassia is excited to be a part of your child's educational journey and looks forward to inspiring confidence, curiosity, and a love for learning in every student she teaches.

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Elizabeth Blackmore is a passionate educator with a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education from Idaho State University, specializing in exceptional needs. With 16 years as a homeschool teacher and mother of six, she has extensive experience in literacy, ESL, and teaching math, science, and writing across diverse settings, including homeschool co-ops, inclusive preschool, K-3 public schools, and Idaho State University’s Natural History Museum and Partnership School. Now in her sixth year at HEC, Elizabeth inspires students through hands-on, play-based learning, believing every child can achieve greatness. She’s excited to partner with families to support each child’s educational journey.

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CHARTERS: Pacific Coast Academy, CPA, MVA, Elite, Sage Oak, Compass, Freedom Academy (LFCS), Excel Academy, SoCal Scholars, Suncoast, Best, Epic, Granite Mountain, Springs, Taylion, Sparrow

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Pending: Scale & Gorman

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EMAIL: blackmoreclasses@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo: @Mrs-Blackmore (pay with Friends & Family Only)

Cash

Mylene Noceda is dedicated to supporting children and families. She currently works within a local community college district as both a college tutor and a child development instructional assistant. As an instructional assistant, she brings her expertise to teaching child development and parent education, where she implements developmentally appropriate activities with children in a classroom setting. Currently pursuing her credentials to become a teacher, she excels at engaging her diverse students, including her homeschooled children, by creatively tailoring her methods to their unique needs and fostering their individual interests.

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Elizabeth Blackmore is a passionate educator with a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education from Idaho State University, specializing in exceptional needs. With 16 years as a homeschool teacher and mother of six, she has extensive experience in literacy, ESL, and teaching math, science, and writing across diverse settings, including homeschool co-ops, inclusive preschool, K-3 public schools, and Idaho State University’s Natural History Museum and Partnership School. Now in her sixth year at HEC, Elizabeth inspires students through hands-on, play-based learning, believing every child can achieve greatness. She’s excited to partner with families to support each child’s educational journey.

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CHARTERS: Pacific Coast Academy, CPA, MVA, Elite, Sage Oak, Compass, Freedom Academy (LFCS), Excel Academy, SoCal Scholars, Suncoast, Best, Epic, Granite Mountain, Springs, Taylion, Sparrow

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Pending: Scale & Gorman

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EMAIL: blackmoreclasses@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: 

Venmo: @Mrs-Blackmore (pay with Friends & Family Only)

Cash

Sheryl believes in creating a positive classroom environment where every student feels valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. With her creative approach to learning, she strives to make every lesson engaging and impactful. Outside of the classroom, Sheryl has been homeschooling for over 20 years, twelve of those with her own children. She has been running "Tot School" out of her home for almost ten years. She also started tutoring this year and absolutely loves it! She joined HEC 2 years ago. She covers all subjects in a loving environment to nurture children to grow and discover a love for learning.​

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CHARTERS: PCA, Excel, Freedom, SoCal Scholars

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EMAIL: sajm@att.net

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PAYMENTS: Venmo: @ Sheryl-Perez1
PayPal: @ SherylPerez326
Zelle: sajm@att.net

Christian Silva is a dedicated educator with a passion for history, archery, and fostering engaging learning environments. With a deep love for music and adventure, he infuses his teaching with creativity and enthusiasm, inspiring his students to explore the world around them. For the past decade, Christian has been working with children, leveraging his expertise to nurture their curiosity and ignite their love for learning. His favorite hero from the American Revolution is Henry Knox, whose determination and leadership continue to inspire Christian and his students alike. As an educator, Christian strives to instill a sense of wonder and discovery in every lesson, empowering his students to embrace knowledge and embark on their own educational journeys.

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CHARTERS: Mission, Cabrillo, Pacific, Ilead, Granite mountain, Excel Academy, Empire Sprints, River Springs, Harbor Springs, Citrus Springs, Sage Oakes, Sky Mountain

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EMAIL: accounting@champsuniversal.com or david@champsuniversal.com 

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PAYMENTS: 

Online at champsuniversal.com

Denise Ehlers is a homeschool mom of two, a firefighter wife and a Fitness Trainer. She's always been into eating healthy and working out since she was in high school, and has 7 years of physical fitness experience. She is passionate about teaching her children and others the importance of good health, strength and endurance which she believes are all useful in our day to day lives.    

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CHARTERS: PCA

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EMAIL: daringdashersrun@gmail.com

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PAYMENTS: Venmo: @Denise-Ehlers-1

Zelle: (858)815-0168

Paypal:@denisesaints