\n6th, 7th, 8th, and 10th Grade Math Teacher<\/p>\n
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<\/a>Carmelita Ada is Mount Carmel School\u2019s new 6th, 7th, 8th, and 10th grade math teacher. Bringing 17 years of teaching experience, Ada is excited to join the MCS team as she is also a product of Catholic education. Ada holds a bachelor of science in industrial engineering and has participated in professional developments in the Philippines, the CNMI, and in California.
\n\u201cEvery year is a new challenge. I am excited about the learning that would take place in the classroom through various hands-on activities and real-life applications. Most of my goals focus on academics, but also getting our students involved in fostering community services throughout the school year.<\/p>\n
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MA. THERESA F. ATIENZA Theresa Atienza is Mount Carmel School\u2019s new third-grade homeroom teacher who brings seven years of teaching experience. Atienza earned her bachelor\u2019s degree in nursing from the University of Perpetual Help System DALTA in Las Pi\u00f1as, Philippines. Atienza is excited to start her new professional experience at MCS and integrate herself into the Mount Carmel School community. <\/p>\n DAVIN FERIA Davin Deria has 19 years of teaching experience and aims to share the knowledge and skills that he has in accordance with the mission and vision of MCS. Feria presently holds a bachelor of arts in classical philosophy from Maria Assumpta Seminary, units toward a master of arts in theology from San Carlos Graduate School of Theology, and units toward a doctorate in philosophy from De La Salle University Manila. <\/p>\n SUSAN GANDEZA Susan Gandeza is Mount Carmel School\u2019s new kindergarten teacher. Having four years of teaching experience, Gandeza is excited to teach at Mount Carmel School in support of the school\u2019s Catholic identity. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n TRICIA GLEASON Tricia Gleason is a long-time educator, bringing 36 years of teaching experience to the MCS family. Prior to joining the MCS team, Gleason taught at Saipan International School for four years. Gleason holds an impressive academic record, having obtained a bachelor of science in music education with a minor in biblical studies from The King\u2019s College, a master of arts in liberal studies from StonyBrook University, and a master of arts in technology and education from Teacher\u2019s College at Columbia University. Gleason also holds teaching certifications in Music K-12 and Elementary N-6 and a certificate in computer specialist from the Association of Christian Schools International.<\/p>\n \u201cThrough music, I developed a good working relationship with Mount Carmel School\u2019s former band teacher, Mr. Julian Greening. When he shared he was pursuing new professional opportunities off-island, he convinced me to apply as Mount Carmel\u2019s new music teacher. Mount Carmel is really committed to building the instrumental music program. I was really impressed by that and felt like it was a wonderful and strategic opportunity to really help promote music education on the island. While I am focused on getting familiar with the school community and culture, I do aim to coordinate off-island band performance opportunities for our students.\u201d<\/p>\n <\/p>\n HAZEL DELA SANTA Hazel Dela Santa is Mount Carmel School\u2019s new kindergarten teacher. Drawn to MCS because of its Catholic identity, Dela Santa shared that working at Mount Carmel School would allow her to grow professionally and spiritually. Dela Santa is a first-time educator but shares teaching has always remained a dream of hers and she is excited to educate and enrich the lives of her students. <\/p>\n
\n3rd Grade Homeroom Teacher<\/p>\n<\/a>
\n\u201cI am excited to meet new students, new friends, new colleagues,\u00a0and a new working environment. The new school year bring us new challenges, experiences, knowledge, and memories that will help us grow as an individual. One of my goals is to instill Positive Action Principles into students\u2019 cognitive, affective, and behavioral learning domains and to develop well-rounded students that positively\u00a0impact their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional wellness.\u201d<\/p>\n
\nHigh School Theology and Social Sciences Teacher<\/p>\n<\/a>
\n\u201cI aim to deliver the curriculum and the responsibilities or tasks that would be given to me with excellence and distinction. I look forward to the start of the new school year.\u201d<\/p>\n
\nK4 Homeroom Teacher<\/p>\n<\/a>
\n\u201cMy primary goal is to educate my students to the best of my abilities and enrich their lives with my teachings.\u201d<\/p>\n
\nMusic and Band Teacher<\/p>\n<\/a>
\nK5 Homeroom Teacher<\/p>\n<\/a>
\n\u201cTeaching is my dream and it has always been.\u00a0 I am beyond blessed to be given a chance and I am so grateful to Mount Carmel School for being the instrument in fulfilling my path of becoming one. Teaching will be an avenue for me not just to teach but to learn as well from the support of the MCS team, parents, and most especially from the students.\u00a0 I am excited to combine traditional methods of teaching with modern technologies where the students will be more engaged in our day-to-day activities.\u00a0 My goal is to encourage our young learners to take part in their own little ways.\u201d<\/p>\n