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HEC VENDOR: ARCHOFACTS
Ariana Bell
Miss Ariana has been working with Archofacts Archaeology for Kids for the last 2 years while raising two wonderful children. She has graduated with her Masters degree in Education with an emphasis in Inspired Teaching. She completed her undergraduate degree with Bachelor of Science in Applied Exercise Science at Azusa Pacific University. She has a love for Science, but is always eager to learn more about other subjects. She is also very fond of doing fun activities with her children and enjoys being outside adventuring. She is looking forward to another amazing year!
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Melissa Allen was inspired to be an archaeologist when she was 8 years old after watching movies like Raiders of the Lost Ark, The Mummy, and Tomb Raider. She grew up to become an archaeologist in San Diego and started her business 'Archofacts' so she could teach children about a fun and adventurous career. She teaches classes in archaeology, history, social studies, and anthropology by using real life archaeological methods and hands on activities. Melissa balances her professional life with homeschooling her four children, cherishing the opportunity to create lasting memories with her family.
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CHARTERS ACCEPTED: Pacific Coast Academy (PCA), Cabrillo, Point Academy (CPA), Mission Vista Academy (MVA), Freedom Academy, Elite Academy, Element Education, Granite Mountain, Sage Oak, Socal Scholars, Compass, Suncoast, Springs Charter, Excel Charter, 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


HEC VENDOR: AMAZING ATHLETES OF INLAND EMPIRE
Coach Art
Coach Art is from Riverside California and has a passion for coaching. He believes a lifetime of physical fitness is important and wants to teach that as well! Other than being an amazing athlete coach, he also coaches boys volleyball for Arlington High-school. His future aspirations are to be in the field of law enforcement. His favorite sports are basketball and volleyball. He is also ardent on teaching and showing what it means to be a leader and advocating for healthy life styles such as physical and mental health, healthy eating habits, and having fun!
At Amazing Athletes, we believe that our program is a fit for every child. From the earliest beginner to the advanced player, we have programs designed to help your child grow physically and emotionally, all while having fun. Amazing Athletes uses a multi-sport program to benefit children aged 2 ½ to 12 years physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally. Our program introduces the fundamentals of 10 different sports (soccer, hockey, volleyball, basketball, tennis, lacrosse, football, track and field, baseball, and golf) in a non-competitive environment. Children in Amazing Athletes routinely gain greater confidence, learn to combine fitness with fun, and develop 6 key motor skills with high energy, experienced & fun coaches!
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CHARTERS: SPRINGS - SAGE - SCALE - GRANITE - MISSION- CABRILLO - ELITE - COMPASS - EXCEL - PCA - SUNCOAST PREP - BLUE RIDGE - SOCAL SCHOLARS - iLEAD - GORMAN- SKY MOUNTAIN - TAYLION
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EMAIL: ie@amazingathletes.com
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PAYMENTS: ZELLE @ ie@amazingathletes.com
ZELLE: ie@amazingathletes.com​


HEC VENDOR : THE COLLECTIVE MOVEMENTS
Nathan Shrader
​Nathan has been doing parkour for 15 years, professionally for about 13 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 working with the parkour community. The parkour community holds a special place in his heart and will always continue to inspire him to be a better leader and athlete.
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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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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, Gorman Learning Charter Network, Suncoast Prep and More
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EMAIL: office@collectivemovements.com
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PAYMENTS: Venmo: @DillonTaitano,
Zelle 760 -554-0496, cash, check


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Sarah Carter- Asplund
Meet Mrs. A! She LOVES Books! She has a Masters Degree in Education from the University of Laverne & has taught in various learning capacities for over 25 years! She's been married to Mr. A for 15 years and a mom to 5 wild kids who retired early from teaching elementary school to homeschool her own kids and now she teaches enrichment classes for fun! Teaching for fun? What? Yes! For FUN! Isn't that WILD? Her 5 Favorite subjects to teach are: Language Arts - Geography - Life Science - Creative Art - & Social Emotional Learning (SEL). She's most experienced in teaching Language Arts & she's WILD about the idea of having fun as you dive into all of these subjects with her! There is a seat waiting just for you! Now that's WILD!
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CHARTERS: Mission Vista Academy, Cabrillo Point Academy, Pacific Coast Academy, Granite Mountain Charter School, SCALE Leadership Academy & Freedom Academy
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EMAIL: sarahkins2@yahoo.com
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PAYMENTS: Zelle is: Sarah Asplund 0525
Venmo @Sarah-Asplund-2


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Brandy Caler
Brandy Caler is an AMI trained Montessori Guide for Primary and a homeschool Mom. With a background in Interior Design and child education, her true passion was ignited when she became a Mom. She finds value in spending time in nature and creating lessons that will ignite a love of learning. As a Montessori Guide, the term "follow the child" serves as a reminder to guide children through lessons and observe their interests and sensitive periods for learning so she adapts and adjusts lessons as needed when working with the children. When she is not teaching, you can catch her nature journaling, reading living books with her child and spending quality time with her child as well.
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CHARTERS: Cabrillo Point Academy Mission Vista Academy Excel Compass SoCal Scholars Taylion Gormon Learning Center Sage Oak Pacific Coast Academy DehesaGranite Mountain Sky Mountain Springs​
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EMAIL: blcaler121@gmail.com
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PAYMENTS:
Zelle: 623-300-8169
Venmo: @Brandy-Caler


HEC VENDOR: TONI BROOKS
Dana Vollmar
Dana Vollmar represents the fourth generation in a remarkable family legacy spanning five generations of deaf individuals. She grew up in Riverside, alongside her three deaf brothers and her deaf parents, who are now retired teachers from the California Schools for the Deaf. Dana herself is a proud graduate of the California School for the Deaf, Riverside (CSDR). She went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from Gallaudet University, the world’s only university dedicated to the education of deaf and hard-of-hearing students. Dana is a proud aunt to five nephews and one niece, two of whom are also deaf. Her passion for American Sign Language (ASL) shines through her teaching and decades of dedicated volunteer work. When she’s not teaching or volunteering, Dana enjoys spending time with her cairn terrier mix, who reminds her of Toto from The Wizard of Oz.
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Toni Brooks, a passionate educator with 20+ years of experience, crafts joyful, inspiring learning environments. She graduated magna cum laude from California State University, Northridge, with an education degree, teaching credential in Language & Diversity, and Cultural Linguistics minor. Toni has taught K-12 across various settings, specializing in curriculum design, reading/math intervention, and social-emotional learning. A literacy coach and fluent ASL speaker, she’s passionate about Deaf culture. Toni lives in San Diego with her family, enjoying travel, reading, and 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: t.brooks228@gmail.com
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PAYMENTS: Venmo@Toni-Brooks-15 Paypal: t.brooks228@gmail.com
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Megan Sparks
Megan Sparks is from Jurupa Valley and lives with her husband their three children since 2008. She has an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Development and is currently working on her Bacholers Degree in Elementary Education. She worked as a preschool teacher substitute for 6 years and as a Tk aide for 2 years. This is her second year as a homeschool mom and is loving the homeschool community. In her spare time she enjoys camping with her family and being involved in her children's sports. She has a passion, love, and patience to teach younger children.
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CHARTERS: Mission Vista and Granite Mountain
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EMAIL: Msparks35@yahoo.com
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PAYMENTS: Zelle and Venmo: @Megan-Sparks-48


HEC VENDOR: CHAMPS UNIVERSAL
Christian Silva
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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Champs Universal is a Southern California-based enrichment organization founded in 2015 by Will Reed and David Broadbent, who discovered their passion for teaching while working at an outdoor science camp. The company began with archery classes and has since grown to offer a wide range of programs, including STEM, creative writing, and interactive adventures like Dungeons & Dragons and Minecraft history. Serving primarily 1st through 8th-grade students, Champs Universal emphasizes learning through play, believing it's the most powerful path to real education. Their hands-on, heart-first approach helps students grow both intellectually and emotionally. Operating across Southern California, Champs brings enriching, joyful experiences to classrooms, camps, and communities. Guided by the motto, “Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all,” Champs Universal is committed to nurturing well-rounded learners.
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CHARTERS: Mission Vista, Cabrillo, Pacific, Ilead, Granite mountain, Excel Academy, Empire Sprints, River Springs, Harbor Springs, Citrus Springs, Sage Oakes, Sky Mountain
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EMAIL: sean@champsuniversal.com
accounting@champsuniversal.com or david@champsuniversal.com
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HEC VENDOR: CHAMPS UNIVERSAL
Lauren Monzano
Lauren is an international, award winning dancer and martial artist. She currently teaches dance at UC Irvine and other Southern California studios. She is a Master and 4th degree black belt in Taekwondo, and a current member of Team USA. Lauren graduated from UC Irvine with a BA in International Studies and a minor in Conflict Resolution.
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Champs Universal is a Southern California-based enrichment organization founded in 2015 by Will Reed and David Broadbent, who discovered their passion for teaching while working at an outdoor science camp. The company began with archery classes and has since grown to offer a wide range of programs, including STEM, creative writing, and interactive adventures like Dungeons & Dragons and Minecraft history. Serving primarily 1st through 8th-grade students, Champs Universal emphasizes learning through play, believing it's the most powerful path to real education. Their hands-on, heart-first approach helps students grow both intellectually and emotionally. Operating across Southern California, Champs brings enriching, joyful experiences to classrooms, camps, and communities. Guided by the motto, “Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all,” Champs Universal is committed to nurturing well-rounded learners.
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CHARTERS: Mission Vista, Cabrillo, Pacific, Ilead, Granit mountain , Excel Academy, Empire Sprints, River Springs, Harbor Springs,Citrus Springs, Sage Oakes,Sky Mountain
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EMAIL: sean@champsuniversal.com
accounting@champsuniversal.com
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HEC VENDOR: DESERT COAST LEARNING LLC
Deanna Parish
Deanna Parish is a dedicated homeschooling mom of three, with two of her children having graduated and gone on to college. She has spent much of her life working with children through tutoring, volunteer work, extracurricular activities, and leading homeschool and 4H groups. Deanna has a deep love for reading, exploring nature, traveling, and following rabbit trails of learning—turning curiosity into discovery! Her passion in education is to foster a love of learning by encouraging kids to make their own connections through hands-on projects, creative activities, and living books. With a heart for children and a goal to make learning joyful and engaging, Deanna is excited to inspire students and spark their curiosity in the classroom!
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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, Taylion, Sparrow, Gorman, Epic.
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EMAIL: Desertcoastlearning@gmail.com
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PAYMENTS:
Venmo: Desertcoastlearning
Paypal: Desertcoastlearning


HEC VENDOR: DESERT COAST LEARNING LLC
Jennifer Orozco
Jennifer has extensive experience in education, working with students from preschool to college. She has taught preschoolers, led summer camps for elementary kids, served as a dean at an international boarding school for high schoolers, and coached college students. For the past six years, she has homeschooled her four children (ages 6–10), infusing creativity and leadership into their learning. Jennifer holds an Education Specialist degree in School Administration and Leadership, a Master’s in Counseling, and a Bachelor’s in Studio Art. Passionate about education, she is eager to inspire and guide students on their learning journeys!
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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


HEC VENDOR : 5 ELEMENTS MARTIAL ARTS
Paul Monje
With 32 years of martial arts training and 20 years of teaching, Paul holds teaching ranks in four styles: 6th Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo, Instructor in Balintawak Esgrima, and Associate Instructor in Chinese Boxing and Chinatown Jeet Kune Do. He has run his own martial arts school for seven years, coaching athletes to #1 national rankings and international competitions. His greatest joy is helping students achieve what they thought impossible, aiming to positively impact lives
Sifu Mario Mayorga, owner of 5 Elements Martial Arts & Wellness Center, began martial arts in 1993, training in Taekwondo, Northern Shaolin, Wing Chun, Aikido, Tai Chi, Escrima, and Chi Gong, earning a Kung Fu black belt in 1999. He specializes in Northern Shaolin and Tai Chi, teaching kids across San Diego. Mario holds an Associate of Science from Grossmont College (2005), became a certified Massage Therapist in 2010, and co-founded 5 Elements, blending martial arts, yoga, and therapy. A certified Holistic Health Practitioner (2012), he trains in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Filipino Martial Arts. He enjoys soccer, basketball, yoga, dancing, hiking, and cycling.
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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
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Paige Rotarius
Paige Rotarius holds a Master's in Elementary Education, with 5 years of classroom experience in both public school and homeschool settings. Throughout her career, Paige has worked with a diverse range of students, developing tailored strategies to meet each child's unique needs. She is passionate about helping students not only develop a love for school but also gain confidence in their abilities. Paige creates a positive and engaging learning environment where students have fun while learning and feel supported in achieving their academic goals.​​
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CHARTERS: Mission Vista, BEST, SunCoast Prep, Excel, Sage Oak, Taylion, Sky Mountain, Compass, Cabrillo Point Academy
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EMAIL: paigeellenrotarius@gmail.com
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PAYMENTS: Venmo: @PaigeRotarius
Zelle: paigeellenrotarius@gmail.com


HEC VENDOR : INCLUDEDUCATION
Aaron
Mr. Aaron has been with includEDucation for 3 years and is one of our most popular instructors. He enjoys drawing, animation, surfing, snowboarding, and has a love of chemistry! Teaching STEM provides Mr Aaron the opportunity to not only teach kids about fun and interesting things, but it allows him to continue exploring science and engineering himself.
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Instructors for includEDucation programs are subject to change in order to meet the needs of the campus, students, and the company. We strive to have a consistent instructor, but circumstances may necessitate a change in our instructor's schedules.
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​Includeducation is run by Mr. James, who is a passionate educator on a mission. Learning is FUN. With an engaging presentation style and exciting curriculum, he has successfully inspired thousands of children to actively seek out information and take delight in learning new things.
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CHARTERS: PCA, Freedom, MVA, CPA, Sage Oak, Compass, Taylion, BEST Academy, Southcoast Prep, Excel, Elite, iLEAD, Blueridge, Granite Mountain, Gorman, Springs, Scale, Epic, Sky Mountain, Heartwood, SoCal Scholars Academy, Julian, and more
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EMAIL: socal@includEDucation.com
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PAYMENTS:
Venmo @includEDucation
Email about other options if needed


HEC VENDOR: JULIA HINKE
Rachel Rotarius
Rachel is a dedicated and talented local artist from the Riverside area. With a keen eye for design, Rachel loves to transform spaces in her community with creativity through mural arts. Her kind, compassionate nature and willingness to go the extra mile shine through in her love to teach. A collaborative team player, Rachel fosters positivity and brings out creativity in the classroom. Her skills, and dedication to learning make her an exceptional art teacher with a passion for sculpture, and design.
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Rachel works under Julia Amonette-Hinke, a seasoned art educator in San Diego, who 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, Freedom, SoCal Scholars, Granite Mountain.
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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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HEC VENDOR: PLAYGROUND PLAYERS PRODUCTION
Marina Garrison
Marina has been involved in the performing arts world since she was seven years old, and is so excited to be bringing her talents into the classroom here with Edudance! Ever since she graduated high school, she has been teaching dance, musical theater, and voice to people of all shapes and sizes. When she’s not teaching, she can be found onstage, with credits such as Anna in Frozen, Mrs. Potts understudy/dancer in Beauty and the Beast, Jovie in Elf, and Wicked Witch in Wizard of Oz, just to name a few. She believes that performing arts classes teach students many invaluable life skills, such as punctuation, rhythm, empathy, intuition, and much more!
Playground Players Productions was founded in 2016 and Edudance Classrooms in Motion was founded in 2003 by Laura Bueno. Over these past 21 years, Laura has taught thousands of students the art of ballroom dance, theater, and vocal performance. Laura Bueno 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!
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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


HEC VENDOR: DRAMA KIDS
Elyse Swanson
Elyse Miranda Swanson, a Southern California native, is a versatile musician, educator, composer, and director. After earning a Bachelor of Music in Music Composition from California Baptist University, she transitioned from performing to directing, where she brings her creative vision to life. Elyse teaches Acting Academy, Creative Drama, and GLEE Club, inspiring students to explore their artistic potential.
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Drama Kids Temecula Valley and Menifee offers fun, engaging drama programs that help kids build confidence, creativity, public speaking, and leadership skills. A trusted homeschool vendor in the Inland Valley for over 5 years, Drama Kids partners with learning centers, community groups, and pods. They’re excited to help HEC students unlock their imagination and express themselves with confidence—because, as Albert Einstein said, “Imagination will take you everywhere.”
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CHARTERS: Mission Vista Academy, Suncoast Preparatory Academy, Springs, Granite Mountain Academy & Sage Oak, Excel Academy & Taylion Homeschool
EMAIL: Dramakidstemeculavalley@gmail.com
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PAYMENTS:
Venmo: @DramaKidsca8


HEC VENDOR: PLAYWELL TEKNOLOGIES
Kaylee Perez
Kaylee Perez is a passionate LEGO Engineering Homeschool teacher at Play-Well TEKnologies, where she inspires young minds to explore the wonders of engineering through creativity and hands-on learning. Currently pursuing a degree in social work at Chaffey Community College, Kaylee is dedicated to making a positive impact in her community, aspiring to become a Child Protective Services (CPS) worker upon graduation in three years. Her unique blend of educational enthusiasm and commitment to social advocacy makes her an ideal mentor for students, fostering both technical skills and a sense of compassion. Kaylee’s mission is to empower the next generation of thinkers and problem solvers while instilling values of empathy and community service.
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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. Build and program robots in this introductory Robotics class using the LEGO® Spike Prime® system. Learn basic programming skills using a simple and visual block coding system that will allow kids to grasp new and diverse coding challenges. Join us as we build a variety of different robots using motors, sensors and lights that will make for a fun experience that incorporates both building with LEGO® and coding. This is a great way to prepare young Robotics enthusiasts for our more advanced Robotics programs.
​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: chrissy@play-well.org
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PAYMENTS: Venmo: @Timothy-Bowen-49
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Lynn Green
Mrs. Green is a homeschool mom and teacher. She is passionate about learning and making it interesting for students of all ages! Her teaching style includes some lecture;
but hands-on, crafts, and activities are always included to make each area of study more applicable and memorable! When not at HEC, Mrs. Green can be found spending time with her husband & 2 kiddos camping. Or, in her "happy places"...the
kitchen or at the beach! Usually, she has a good book with her, too!
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CHARTERS: Mission Vista Academy, SunCoast Preparatory,
Granite Mountain, Pending: Springs & Compass
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EMAIL: mrsgreen1009@gmail.com
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PAYMENTS:
Venmo: @Lynn-Green-162
PayPal: mrsgreen1009@gmail.com
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HEC VENDOR: ART AVENUE
Veronica Gutierrez
Fueled by a deep passion for education and creativity, Veronica has proudly owned and operated The Art Avenue since 2014. This educational company specializes in art and Spanish curricula, positively impacting the lives of young learners. As a parent, Veronica understands the significance of finding someone who genuinely cares about children’s growth and development, and she brings that personal touch to everything she does. Drawing from her strong background in corporate training and development, coupled with a lifelong love for art, Veronica has honed her expertise in designing tailored programs for students. She is recognized for her innovative techniques that engage and captivate young learners, ensuring maximum participation and knowledge retention.
Veronica cultivates a warm and inviting environment where students of all ages freely express their artistic abilities and/or nurture Spanish language proficiency. She fosters the creative process, encourages growth, and equips students with valuable skills that will endure a lifetime. Through her unwavering commitment to quality, Veronica has garnered a devoted following of students. Her dedication to excellence and ability to inspire and motivate others have set her apart as a respected educator. Outside of the classroom, Veronica satisfies her adventurous spirit by traveling to new countries, exploring diverse cultures, and immersing herself in nature. She believes that these experiences enrich her own creativity and provide fresh ideas and perspectives making her approach to education dynamic and engaging.
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CHARTERS: Mission Vista, Cabrillo point, Granite Mountain, Excel, Sage Oak, ILEAD, Pacific Coast, River Springs (Spring Charter), SCALE, Sky Mountain, Sun Coast, Compass, SoCal Scholars Academy
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EMAIL: vqgutierrez05@gmail.com
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PAYMENTS:
VENMO: @Veronica-Gutierrez-95
Zelle: use cell 714-588-5622.


HEC VENDOR: ESCUELA DE RIO
Beatriz Herrera
Mrs. B is a wife and homeschooling mom of three children ages 13, 11, 6. She has been homeschooling for 9 years and an entrepreneur for 20 years. She is a creative, enthusiastic teacher.
Homeschooling developed a passion for teaching and making classroom fun and engaging. She has four year experience in classroom instruction.
She became passionate in teaching Spanish, Math, and Science. Proficient in classroom management and modern teaching techniques. Knowledgeable in a creating a fun interactive experience.
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CHARTERS: Mission Vista Academy, Suncoast Preparatory Academy, Pacific Coast Academy, Cabrillo Point Academy, Sage Oak Charter School, Compass Charter School
Granite Mountain Charter School, Elite Academy, Sky Mountain, Taylion Charter, So Cal Scholars Academy, Deshesa
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EMAIL: escueladelrio23@gmail.com
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PAYMENTS: Zelle 323-470-8063
Paypal escueladelrio23@gmail.com
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HEC VENDOR: SASSY CASSY'S SEWING
Cassandra Jones
Cassandra is a wife, mother to 4 beautiful children and Nonna to 2 adorable little boys! She has a specialized degree in fashion design and has been sewing for more than 20 years. She has had several sewing jobs, including custom sewing for clients as well as selling hand-sewn goods in her etsy shop. She discovered her real passion when she was shopping at Joann fabrics one day and was offered a job teaching sewing classes. It wasn’t long before she ventured out on her own, teaching a variety of beginning to intermediate classes from her house. She has been teaching off and on ever since then, but when her youngest child started school full-time, she discovered teaching through the charters. She has been a vendor with [many] charters since 2018 and it has become a full-time profession. A large part of her wardrobe is handmade, and she loves to wear what she’s made while she’s teaching (her students love it too!) When she isn’t sewing, she enjoys reading, traveling, glamping, water activities, and spending time with her family.
CHARTERS: Mission Vista Academy, Cabrillo Point Academy, Compass Charter, Pacific Coast Academy, Sage Oak, Springs, Granite Mountain, Suncoast Prep Academy, So Cal Scholars Academy, BEST Academy
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EMAIL: cassy@sassycassysews.com
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PAYMENTS: Zelle: 951-796-8859 (Cassandra Jones)
Venmo: @cassjones0809


HEC VENDOR: KIDS GARDENING CENTER
Nzingha Newton (Ms. Zinga)
Nzingha Newton, Riverside native, a dedicated homeschool educator and San Diego State University Business Management alum, brings over 10 years of experience teaching children and families about self-sufficiency, healthy living, and financial literacy. With a diverse background in nutrition, gardening, real estate, homesteading, culinary arts, and music, she blends practical skills with academics.
After working as a neo-soul/R&B music manager and Program Director at Jenny Craig, Nzingha earned her Real Estate License, which she has held for 11 years. Her passion for sustainability led her to grow edible gardens, a practice she now teaches through her Kids Gardening Center, founded a decade ago. Living on an avocado farm in Temecula, she and her four children (ages 8-17) build community gardens at local churches and centers, fostering connections to the land. Married for nearly 19 years, Nzingha inspires the next generation to develop essential life skills through hands-on, creative learning.
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CHARTERS: Suncoast Preparatory Academy; MVA Mission Vista Academy; CPA Cabrillo Point Academy; PCA Pacific Coast Academy; SoCal Scholars, Freedom Academy, Excel, Elite, Granite Mountain Charter School, Springs Charter School, Sky Mountain, Blue Ridge, Compass, Ilead, Sage Oak, Taylion Homeschool Program, Best, Gorman
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EMAIL: Kidsgardeningcenter@gmail.com
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PAYMENTS:
Venmo: Nzingha Newton @KidsGardeningCenter
Zelle: Nzingha Newton 951-776-6971
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HEC VENDOR: FORWARD MUSIC ACADEMY
Ed Krzyzaniak (Mr. K)
Ed Krzyzaniak studied at top music schools and works with some of the biggest names in music. He is a session guitarist for Matt Forger (who was Michael Jackson and Paul McCartney's recording engineer). He's a lead guitarist for legendary Mitch Ryder and the Detroit Wheels. He has performed on 2 Grammy nominated recordings and performed with Grammy winners and nominees. Ed has written songs and recorded with artists like Michael Sembello (who wrote #1 hit "Maniac"), Rami Jaffee (Foo Fighters), Larry Dunn (Earth Wind & Fire), Alex Del Zoppo (Beach Boys, Sweetwater), an Australian Idol winner and many others. He was a music coach for an X Factor TV show contestant and was the live guitarist for the show "Battle of the Dance". He loves teaching young students the joy of playing an instrument!
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CHARTERS: Mission Vista, Springs, Granite Mountain
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EMAIL: edkmusic@yahoo.com
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PAYMENTS:
Zelle: edkmusicart@gmail.com
Venmo: @Ed-Krzyzaniak
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HEC VENDOR
Kathy Lascano
Kathy Lascano has been a teacher since 2005. She holds a degree in Education. She also has a Baking and Cooking certification from AIB International School of Cooking and Baking. She loves to attend professional baking and decorating events and workshops. Kathy makes learning to bake and cook fun for her students. Her goal is to give her students confidence in the kitchen and also a love for baking and cooking that will last a lifetime.
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CHARTERS: Mission Vista, Cabrillo Point, SunCoast Prep., Pacific Coast Academy, SoCal Scholars, Granite Mountain, Compass Charter, Sage Oak, Taylion
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EMAIL: kathyskitchen@myyahoo.com
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PAYMENTS: Paypal:paypal.me/kathykitchen676 Mark friends & family or add 3%
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HEC VENDOR
Heather Nguyen
Heather Nguyen is a homeschooling mom of 3. She's been homeschooling for 9 years and working with the IEW program just as long. While her favorite subjects are math and chemistry (she earned a BS in Computer Science from University of California, Riverside), she also loves reading and discussing quality literature. In addition to homeschooling her children, Heather has taught classes in writing (IEW elementary and middle school), along with middle school and high school sciences. In her free time, she likes to read, camp, travel, play games, and spend time with friends and family. Heather has a desire for the next generation to grow up as excellent communicators and inquisitive, lifelong learners.
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CHARTERS: Mission Vista Academy, Suncoast Prep Academy, Granite Mountain, Compass, Excel
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EMAIL: missheather.tutoring@gmail.com
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PAYMENTS:
Venmo: @Heather-Nguyen-41
Zelle: missheather.tutoring@gmail.com


HEC VENDOR
Maggie Reinker
Ms. Maggie is a dedicated law enforcement wife, and homeschoooling mom of three daughers who are 14, 12, and 10. She enjoys family time and adventures in nature. Ms. Maggie is passionate about shopping second-hand and repurposing items, and using sustainable and reusable items throuhgout her home to cut down on waste. Ms. Maggie has been crocheting for 13 years and has taught the beautiful life skill to all of her children and many of her friends. She and her children enjoy making crocheted items for thier home and to give as gifts. She loves teaching others to crochet as it can help improve concentration, hand-eye coordination, and is overall a fun and enriching skill!
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CHARTERS: Mission Vista Academy, Cabrillo Point Academy, Granite Mountain, Pacific Coast Academy
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EMAIL: maggiereinker@gmail.com
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PAYMENTS: Zelle: 949-933-2322
Venmo: @Maggie-Reinker


HEC VENDOR: DISCOVER ART
Reshma Solbach
Reshma Solbach has a Masters degree in Fine Arts and has used her knowledge of fine arts to teach children for nearly 20 years. She has a passion for teaching and builds a creative, supportive environment for students to express themselves artistically while learning all the principles of art.. She considers it a privilege to be a part of the students creative journey.
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CHARTERS: MVA, PCA, CPA, River Springs, Sage Oak, Elite, Excel, Suncoast, Granite Mountain, Sky Mountain
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EMAIL: solbach@verizon.net
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PAYMENTS:
Venmo ID: @Reshma-Solbach
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HEC VENDOR: SPROUT AND BLOSSOM LLC
Gloria O'Hare
Gloria was born and raised in Redlands CA, and is excited to be offering gardening enrichment classes and subscription boxes for children. She worked as a preschool teacher and elementary paraeducator for 15 years. She has over 30 units in early childhood education. In 2018 she earned a BA in Public Relations. She previously worked for a children's garden, where she wore many hats from managing the social media to creating fundraising events. She also created and implemented curriculum for various programs on site. She has experience creating curriculum, Summer Day Camp programs, Outdoor Learning Days, and other programs to get children into the garden and outside enjoying what nature has to offer.
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CHARTERS: Pacific Coast Academy Sage Oak, Cabrillo Point, ILead, Springs Charters, Granite Mountain, Sky Mountain, SoCal Scholars, Suncoast Academy, Mission Vista, Compass. Gorman, Excel
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EMAIL: Sproutandblossom@outlook.com
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PAYMENTS:
Venmo: @sproutandblossom
PayPal; sproutandblossom@outlook.com
Zelle: 909-658-5999


HEC VENDOR: YOUNG AND WISE
Anthony Young
​Anthony Young is a passionate educator and the proud owner of Young and Wise, an organization dedicated to providing innovative and engaging learning experiences for students. With a background in entrepreneurship, Anthony brings a unique perspective to the classroom, showing students that learning can be exciting and enjoyable.
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CHARTERS: MVA, CPA, PCA, Sun Coast, Granite Mountain, Sage Oak
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EMAIL: Youngandwiseedu@gmail.com
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PAYMENTS:
Zelle: 951-961-8575
Venmo: @anthonyyoungandwise
Cash, Check (made out to Anthony Young)


HEC VENDOR: YOUNG AND WISE
Wyatt Goodsite
Wyatt Goodsite is driven by curiosity, creativity, and a deep passion for STEM education. With a background in Industrial and Systems Engineering. He has been fortunate to teach a wide range of subjects, from physics and chemistry to robotics,
agriculture, 3D printing, programming, electronics, CAD, and more. Currently, He has honed his skills in making complex concepts not only understandable but also exciting for students!
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Wyatt works under Anthony Young, a passionate educator and the proud owner of Young and Wise, an organization dedicated to providing innovative and engaging learning experiences for students. With a background in entrepreneurship, Anthony brings a unique perspective to the classroom, showing students that learning can be exciting and enjoyable.
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CHARTERS: MVA, CPA, PCA, Sun Coast, Granite Mountain, Sage Oak
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EMAIL: Youngandwiseedu@gmail.com
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PAYMENTS:
Zelle: 951-961-8575
Venmo: @anthonyyoungandwise
Cash, Check (made out to Anthony Young)


HEC VENDOR: YOUNG AND WISE
Cesar Recinos
Cesar is specialized in a range of exciting fields, including computer programming, coding, 3D printing, and graphic design. Over the years he had the privilege of guiding young minds through the captivating world of STEM curriculum, and
is passionate about fostering a love for technology and innovation!
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Cesar works under Anthony Young, a passionate educator and the proud owner of Young and Wise, an organization dedicated to providing innovative and engaging learning experiences for students. With a background in entrepreneurship, Anthony brings a unique perspective to the classroom, showing students that learning can be exciting and enjoyable.
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CHARTERS: MVA, CPA, PCA, Sun Coast, Granite Mountain, Sage Oak
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EMAIL: Youngandwiseedu@gmail.com
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PAYMENTS:
Zelle: 951-961-8575
Venmo: @anthonyyoungandwise
Cash, Check (made out to Anthony Young)
