TCA’s Staff Team in Alphabetical Order
Leigh-Anne Anderson
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
These are a few of my favorite things....
Leigh-Anne Anderson
Birthdate:
August 11
Position:
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Favorite Place to shop:
Target / Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Carrabba's / Cracker Barrel
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse
Favorite Hot Drink:
Starbucks White Hot Chocolate
Favorite Cold Drink:
Cold Brew with Sweet Vanilla Cream Tall
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Lindt SLAB Choc/Snickers/Kilwins nut chocolates
Favorite Salty Snack:
KIND nut bars
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Banana Cream Pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Roses / fresh bouquet
Favorite Color:
Peach / Blue
Favorite Animal:
Dachshunds
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
A Gift Card
Do you have pets?:
no
Aversions/Allergies:
Candles with strong fragrances
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Candles
Special Note:
A meaningful note or card means so much to me.
Classroom Wish List:
Amazon Gift Cards, this is so helpful
Mrs. Joanna Barr
Teacher's Aide
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Joanna Barr
Birthdate:
September 5
Position:
Teacher's Aide
Favorite Place to shop:
Any place fun!
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chicken salad chick
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Cheesecake Factory
Favorite Hot Drink:
Coffee/tea/cider
Favorite Cold Drink:
Iced tea
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Salted caramel chocolate
Favorite Salty Snack:
Late July jalapeño lime chips
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Apple pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Anything green and beautiful
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Tiramisu
Favorite Author/Book:
David Baldacci. John Grisham
Favorite Sports Teams:
Red Sox. Celtics. Bruins. NE Patriots and TCA patriots
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
No
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
JEB
Ms. Elaine Belenguer
6th Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Ms. Elaine Belenguer
Birthdate:
January 23
Position:
6th Grade
Favorite Place to shop:
Target
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chilis, Olive Garden
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Nepule, Rodizio
Favorite Hot Drink:
Hot chocolate
Favorite Cold Drink:
Chai Tea Latte
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Anything chocolate
Favorite Salty Snack:
White cheddar popcorn, kettle cooked chips
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pumpkin, cherry
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Roses
Favorite Color:
Pink
Favorite Animal:
Basset Hound
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Manicure & Pedicure
Favorite Author/Book:
Nicholas Sparks
Favorite Sports Teams:
Pittsburgh Steelers
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
Pomegranates
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
EBT
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Mugs
Hobbies:
Shopping at Target
Do you collect anything?:
Target gift cards, sea shells
Special Note:
Thank you for thinking of me!
Classroom Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/PZ9VUOIC750S?ref_=wl_share
Emily Bemis
Latin, Music, & Theater (Lower School)
These are a few of my favorite things....
Emily Bemis
Birthdate:
June 20th
Position:
Latin, Music, & Theater (Lower School)
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon, Total Wine, Nordstrom Rack
My favorite casual restaurant:
Fresh Kitchen, Chick-Fil-A
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Grocery gift card to Trader Joe's or Detwiler's and I'll cook the fancy stuff!
Favorite Hot Drink:
Espresso with cream
Favorite Cold Drink:
Iced Cold Brew, heavy ice, and cream (no sugar)
Favorite Salty Snack:
Roasted and Salted Cashews or Pecans, Popcorn
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Orchids or living plants/herbs
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
pedicure or massage
Favorite Author/Book:
The Bible, Christian and historical fiction, classics, unique cookbooks
Aversions/Allergies:
scented items
Vegetarian/Vegan:
I'm a huge fan of meat!
Monogram:
ECB
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
mugs
Hobbies:
I love cooking, reading, swimming and exploring Florida!
Special Note:
I don’t eat sugar. Please don’t tempt me with your delicious treats!
Classroom Wish List:
Thank You! I'd love for you to look at my wish list. Books for Music Class: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/P5K906JKPDS1?ref_=wl_share
Dustin Bemis
Head Varsity Basketball Coach | Physical Education
These are a few of my favorite things....
Dustin Bemis
Birthdate:
February 26th
Position:
Head Varsity Basketball Coach | Physical Education
Favorite Place to shop:
Nike Outlet and Adidas Outlet
My favorite casual restaurant:
Culver’s or Yoder’s
Favorite Hot Drink:
Caramel Latte or coffee with cream
Favorite Cold Drink:
Coca-Cola
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Twix
Favorite Salty Snack:
Cheetos
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pecan
Favorite Color:
Green
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Massage
Favorite Author/Book:
Bible, Martin Luther, Lee Strobel and John Grisham
Favorite Sports Teams:
All Seattle Teams/ WA Huskies!
Aversions/Allergies:
Onions
Vegetarian/Vegan:
definitely not
Monogram:
DFB
Hobbies:
Basketball, Football, Christian Theology, Fishing
Gina Berriola
Teacher's Aide
These are a few of my favorite things....
Gina Berriola
Birthdate:
September 27th
Position:
Teacher's Aide
Favorite Place to shop:
The Farmer's Market or anything small biz/local
My favorite casual restaurant:
Fresh Kitchen, Tide Tables, Lucky Pelican
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Shore-LBK, Indigenous, Selva
Favorite Hot Drink:
Coffee/Hot Chocolate once in a while
Favorite Cold Drink:
Iced Tea
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Fruit
Favorite Salty Snack:
Cheese & Crackers
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Apple or Cherry Pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Sunflower or any herbal plant
Favorite Color:
Love 'em all
Favorite Animal:
Elephant
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Massage/Facials
Favorite Author/Book:
Too many to name. I love to read and learn new things 🙂
Favorite Sports Teams:
Any teams my girls' are playing on!
Do you have pets?:
1 sweet chocolate poodle (Teddy) 2 Birds (Storm & Sky)
Aversions/Allergies:
not really
Vegetarian/Vegan:
I LOVE Veggies!
Monogram:
GBM
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Just happy to be thought of!
Hobbies:
Teaching yoga, paddleboarding, reading, hiking, skiing, gardening & of course the beach!
Do you collect anything?:
Shells once in a while otherwise not a fan of clutter
T-Shirt/Sweatshirt Size:
Thank you for thinking of me. xo-Mrs. B
Mrs. Lauren Betts
Kindergarten
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Lauren Betts
Birthdate:
October 22
Position:
Kindergarten
Favorite Place to shop:
Target, Tjmaxx, Francesca’s
My favorite casual restaurant:
Yard house, Geckos, Chick-fil-A
Favorite fancy restaurant:
I don’t have one and I am willing to try new places!
Favorite Hot Drink:
Vanilla Latte with Oat Milk (half sweet)
Favorite Cold Drink:
Iced Vanilla Latte with Oat Milk (half sweet), Lemonchello La Croix, half sweet/unsweet tea
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Protein balls, cookies, muffins! Anything!
Favorite Salty Snack:
Nuts, White cheddar Cheeto puffs, Cheez itz
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pumpkin Pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Sunflowers and any plant! Always adding plants to my collection!
Favorite Color:
Yellow, Peach, Olive green, Light blue
Favorite Animal:
Dogs
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Massage Spa!
Favorite Sports Teams:
Baltimore Orioles baseball!
Do you have pets?:
2 dogs! Charlie (Beagle) and Holly (Beagle Mix)
Aversions/Allergies:
none
Vegetarian/Vegan:
no
Monogram:
LBR
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Candy
Hobbies:
Camping, reading, crafting, staying active
Do you collect anything?:
Earrings! Plants!
Special Note:
Thank you for your blessing! You are so appreciated! (:
Classroom Wish List:
Gift cards to amazon or target!
Alana Blasewitz
Resource-Lower Elementary
These are a few of my favorite things....
Alana Blasewitz
Birthdate:
February 6th
Position:
Resource-Lower Elementary
Favorite Place to shop:
J Crew Factory, Home Goods, LuLuLemon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Wow Wow, 3 Natives, Green Zebra
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Chateau 13, Lucile’s, Kojo, Indigenous
Favorite Hot Drink:
Matcha Latte w/ Oat Milk
Favorite Cold Drink:
Water 🙂
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Dairy Free Dark Chocolate
Favorite Salty Snack:
Nuts
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Succulents, or anything with earth tones
Favorite Animal:
dogs
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Pedicures or Massages
Favorite Author/Book:
Historical Fiction, love my kindle!
Favorite Sports Teams:
Bucs, Lightning, Rays
Do you have pets?:
Yes, a Goldendoodle (Daisy) and a Boxer (Lola)
Aversions/Allergies:
Dairy
Vegetarian/Vegan:
Vegan
Monogram:
AMB
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Starbucks Gift Cards
Hobbies:
Working Out, going for walks, hiking national parks, golf
Do you collect anything?:
I try not to! 🙂
Classroom Wish List:
Post Its, colorful pens
Gina Bordones
5th Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Gina Bordones
Birthdate:
October 11
Position:
5th Grade
Favorite Place to shop:
Target, Amazon, Homegoods
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chick-fil-A or Chipotle
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Carrabba’s or Valentinos (love Italian food)
Favorite Hot Drink:
Skinny white mocha from Starbucks
Favorite Cold Drink:
??? I really only drink water (no soda for me)
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Twizzlers, gummy bears, animal crackers
Favorite Salty Snack:
Garden salsa SunChips, honey mustard pretzels
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pumpkin or a pumpkin roll ( so good)
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Love Daisies 🌼 *all colors
Favorite Color:
Good question 🤔 I like all colors
Favorite Animal:
Puppies
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Ice cream or Nothing but Bundt cakes (yummy)
Favorite Author/Book:
Love historical fiction/ Kristin Hannah /author
Favorite Sports Teams:
Don’t really have one 🤷♀️
Do you have pets?:
1 cute little dog named Snickers ❤️
Aversions/Allergies:
Nut allergy (it’s minor but I try not to eat any)
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Coffee mugs
Hobbies:
Relaxing in my pool (does that count) 😂
Do you collect anything?:
No
Special Note:
I’m looking forward to an amazing year!
Classroom Wish List:
I have a list on Amazon! Ask me for the QR code 🙂
Rachel Borg
Literature 8th
These are a few of my favorite things....
Rachel Borg
Birthdate:
April 14
Position:
Literature 8th
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chipotle
Favorite Hot Drink:
Blueberry Tea
Favorite Cold Drink:
Water, Tea, Smoothie, Protein drink
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Dark Chocolate (GF/DF)
Favorite Salty Snack:
Salted Almonds, Cashews and Pecans
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
GF/DF flourless chocolate cake
Favorite Flower/Plant:
all kinds
Favorite Color:
Green and Blue
Favorite Animal:
any found in the wilds of Montana
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
dark chocolate
Favorite Author/Book:
too many to name!
Favorite Sports Teams:
TCA Patriots!
Do you have pets?:
1 dog
Aversions/Allergies:
Gluten, Dairy, Shellfish, Peanuts
Vegetarian/Vegan:
Nope!
Monogram:
RAB
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
coffee mugs
Hobbies:
Hiking, Camping, Running, Piano, Reading, Bushcrafting
Do you collect anything?:
memories, quotes, books, and rare glass bottled rootbeer
Justin Bradford
5th Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Justin Bradford
Birthdate:
November 29
Position:
5th Grade
Favorite Place to shop:
Dillards/Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Oak & Stone
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Andrea's
Favorite Hot Drink:
Coffee/Tea
Favorite Cold Drink:
Spindrift
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Skor or Heath bars
Favorite Salty Snack:
Beef Jerky
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Berry or Lemon
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Orchids/ Confederate Jasmine/living plants
Favorite Color:
Light Blue/ Light Green
Favorite Animal:
Cuddle fish/Octopus
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Fly Fishing / Clothes/ shoes
Favorite Author/Book:
C.S. Lewis/Plato, Seneca, Socrates etc..
Favorite Sports Teams:
Georgia Bulldogs
Aversions/Allergies:
Raw Tomato/Liver
Monogram:
JNB
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
starbucks gift cards
Hobbies:
Fishing/Gym/Reading
Do you collect anything?:
Ties/books/belt buckles
Special Note:
I do like candles
Molly Bragg
Receptionist
These are a few of my favorite things....
Molly Bragg
Position:
Receptionist
Emmalie Brock
Kindergarten Teacher
These are a few of my favorite things....
Emmalie Brock
Birthdate:
March 27th
Position:
Kindergarten Teacher
Favorite Place to shop:
Target or Francescas
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chick Fil A
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Cheescake Factory
Favorite Hot Drink:
Vanilla latte
Favorite Cold Drink:
Vanilla latte
Favorite Sweet Snack:
kettle corn
Favorite Salty Snack:
salt and vinegar chips
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pumpkin pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
any flower or plants
Favorite Color:
blue or light purple or light green
Favorite Animal:
dolphin
Favorite Sports Teams:
Seminoles
Aversions/Allergies:
Cats
Monogram:
ENB
Hobbies:
anything outdoors/going to the beach
Classroom Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1ZJ4VHVEVINCB?ref_=list_d_wl_ys_list_3&filter=unpurchased&sort=default&viewType=list
Barnali Chakraborty
Pre-K Aide
These are a few of my favorite things....
Barnali Chakraborty
Birthdate:
May 27th
Position:
Preschool Aide
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon, Target, Home Goods
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chick-fil-A, Blaze Pizza
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Cheesecake Factory, Valentinos
Favorite Hot Drink:
Coffee with extra cream
Favorite Cold Drink:
Caramel Ribbon Crunch, Sprite
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Tiramisu or Lindor Chocolates
Favorite Salty Snack:
Jalapeño chips
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pumpkin pie
Favorite Color:
Blue
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Hair spa, facial
Favorite Author/Book:
JK Rowling
Favorite Sports Teams:
FC Barcelona
Aversions/Allergies:
No
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
BC
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Coffee mugs
Hobbies:
Painting, baking, singing & reading to kids
Do you collect anything?:
Center pieces, essential oils (anything citrusy/lemony)
Classroom Wish List:
Amazon gift cards
Kayla Christie
Physical Education
These are a few of my favorite things....
Kayla Christie
Birthdate:
December 25th
Position:
Physical Education
Favorite Place to shop:
Target
My favorite casual restaurant:
Ginza Sushi
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Jpan Sushi and Grill
Favorite Hot Drink:
Tea (decaf)
Favorite Cold Drink:
Spindrift
Favorite Salty Snack:
cashews
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
apple
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Tulips
Favorite Color:
aqua
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Blueberry Muffin
Favorite Author/Book:
Any great parenting book
Favorite Sports Teams:
Toronto Maple Leafs
Do you have pets?:
pomeranian
Monogram:
KMC
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
desk ornaments
Hobbies:
anything active/reading
Classroom Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1JV7SRSNAWDOO/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_2
Mrs. Robin Clapp
3rd Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Robin Clapp
Birthdate:
January 18th
Position:
3rd Grade
Favorite Place to shop:
Target or Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
First Watch
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Summer House
Favorite Hot Drink:
Medium roast coffee
Favorite Cold Drink:
221 Kombucha
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Dark Chocolate
Favorite Salty Snack:
Chomps
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Chocolate peanut butter pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
I love them all!
Favorite Color:
Sage green
Favorite Animal:
Dogs
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Massages
Favorite Author/Book:
C.S. Lewis
Favorite Sports Teams:
TCA Patriots
Do you have pets?:
Midge-mini dachshund and Annie- pitbull mix
Aversions/Allergies:
bath and body works fragrances
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
RLC
Hobbies:
Crossfit, Kayaking, Traveling
Do you collect anything?:
Earrings and plants
Miss Sonya Clark
Geometry | Geometry Honors
These are a few of my favorite things....
Miss Sonya Clark
Birthdate:
August 15
Position:
Physical Education | Geometry
Favorite Place to shop:
Walmart, Bealls Outlet
My favorite casual restaurant:
China Taste
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Olive Garden
Favorite Hot Drink:
Decaf Mocha or Herbal Tea
Favorite Cold Drink:
Flavored Iced Tea (any fruit flavor)
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Peanut M&Ms, Snickers
Favorite Salty Snack:
Kettle Corn or Mixed nuts
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Cherry
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Anything really hardy
Favorite Color:
Blue
Favorite Animal:
Dog
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Ice cream with Chocolate and nuts or peanut butter
Favorite Author/Book:
C. S. Lewis
Favorite Sports Teams:
USA Soccer or University of Kentucky Wildcats
Do you have pets?:
Yes, dog
Aversions/Allergies:
Onions, dill, too much spice
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
SLC
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Starbucks
Hobbies:
Watching soccer, Escape Rooms, and Logic Puzzles
Do you collect anything?:
Unique Puzzles (Magic Puzzles Company/Escape Puzzles)
T-Shirt/Sweatshirt Size:
Medium
Special Note:
Basic Calculators (+-*/ and square root), more colors of dry erase markers
Emmarose Cline
Preschool Aide
These are a few of my favorite things....
Emmarose Cline
Birthdate:
January 14th
Position:
Preschool Aide
Favorite Place to shop:
Target
My favorite casual restaurant:
U-Yee
Favorite fancy restaurant:
DaRuma
Favorite Cold Drink:
Iced Vanilla Latte or Dr. Pepper
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Brownies
Favorite Salty Snack:
Popcorn
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Apple
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Roses
Favorite Color:
blue/pink
Favorite Animal:
Cow
Favorite Author/Book:
Colleen Hoover
Do you have pets?:
Yes, dogs, cats, cows, horses and goats
Hobbies:
showing cows
Ms. Chynna Cole
Resource
These are a few of my favorite things....
Ms. Chynna Cole
Birthdate:
June 30
Position:
Resource
Favorite Place to shop:
Lowes/Target
My favorite casual restaurant:
Fresh Kitchen
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Geckos
Favorite Hot Drink:
Coffee
Favorite Cold Drink:
Healthy Juices
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Banana Bread
Favorite Salty Snack:
Trail Mix
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Apple
Favorite Flower/Plant:
White Orchid
Favorite Color:
Blue/Green
Favorite Animal:
Dogs
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Lemon Cake/Cheesecake
Favorite Author/Book:
I just love any good reads
Favorite Sports Teams:
Don't really have one
Do you have pets?:
2 Pitbull Dogs. Panda and River
Aversions/Allergies:
none
Vegetarian/Vegan:
no
Monogram:
CLC
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Cups
Hobbies:
Camping, and Building Things.
Do you collect anything?:
Games
Mrs. Pamela Cox
Theater
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Pamela Cox
Birthdate:
November 4
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon, Marshall's, and Macy's
My favorite casual restaurant:
Fresh Kitchen
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Anything Italian
Favorite Hot Drink:
Coffee (Mocha)
Favorite Cold Drink:
Green Tea
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Dark chocolate covered cashews or almonds
Favorite Salty Snack:
Cashews
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Chocolate Cream
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Any shade of pink or white roses
Favorite Color:
Natural blues and greens
Favorite Animal:
Golden Retriever
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Going to the theater or movies
Favorite Author/Book:
Jane Austen, Shakespeare, Dickens
Favorite Sports Teams:
University of Kentucky
Do you have pets?:
Two golden retrievers and one kitty
Aversions/Allergies:
No true aversions
Vegetarian/Vegan:
Not vegetarian
Monogram:
PCS
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Nothing comes to mind
Hobbies:
Theater, Literature, Bible Study, Travel
Do you collect anything?:
The Classics
Special Note:
Thank you for caring enough to read my favorites! 🙂
Classroom Wish List:
Nothing in particular
Kira Crespo
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
These are a few of my favorite things....
Kira Crespo
Birthdate:
July 22nd
Position:
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Favorite Place to shop:
Target
My favorite casual restaurant:
Tijuana Flats
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Any sushi place
Favorite Hot Drink:
Vanilla Latte
Favorite Cold Drink:
Iced Caramel Latte with Oatmilk
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Chocolate Covered Pretzels
Favorite Salty Snack:
Sea Salt Kettle Chips
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pecan
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Succulents
Favorite Color:
Green
Favorite Animal:
Orcas/Cats
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
A good candle
Favorite Author/Book:
John Green
Favorite Sports Teams:
Boston Red Sox and the Tampa Bay Lightning
Do you have pets?:
Yes, 5 cats and 1 dog
Aversions/Allergies:
None
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Do you collect anything?:
Enamel pins from cool places and CDs
Ashley Dehan
Pre-Kindergarten Aide
These are a few of my favorite things....
Ashley Dehan
Birthdate:
March 20th
Position:
Pre-Kindergarten Aide
Favorite Place to shop:
Natural Life
My favorite casual restaurant:
Valentino's
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Bourbon and Bones
Favorite Hot Drink:
Starbucks white chocolate mocha ( hot or iced )
Favorite Cold Drink:
Sweet Tea or Dr. Pepper
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Gummy Bears
Favorite Salty Snack:
Honey Chex mix
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Dutch Apple Pie
Favorite Color:
Green (different shades)
Favorite Animal:
Dogs 🐶
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Ghirardelli salted Caramel chocolates
Favorite Sports Teams:
Tampa Bay Lightning
Do you have pets?:
Yes! Dogs!
Hobbies:
Spending time with family.
Ms. Maria Dent
Pre-Algebra, Sign Language, & Typing
These are a few of my favorite things....
Ms. Maria Dent
Birthdate:
February 20
Position:
Pre-Algebra, Sign Language, & Typing
Favorite Place to shop:
TJ Maxx
My favorite casual restaurant:
Geckos
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Yumey Sushi
Favorite Hot Drink:
N/A
Favorite Cold Drink:
Coke Zero
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Peanut M & M's
Favorite Salty Snack:
Fries
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
No pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Anything that doesn't die fast
Favorite Color:
purple
Favorite Animal:
horse
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
pedicure
Favorite Author/Book:
historical fiction
Favorite Sports Teams:
Alabama
Do you have pets?:
2 dogs
Aversions/Allergies:
cats
Vegetarian/Vegan:
no way
Monogram:
MD
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
N/A
Hobbies:
reading, music
Do you collect anything?:
plants and books
Mrs. Michelle DeVolder
Receptionist
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Michelle DeVolder
Ben Devolder
TCA Maintenance
These are a few of my favorite things....
Ben Devolder
Position:
TCA Maintenance
Alaina Elliot
Physical Science
These are a few of my favorite things....
Alaina Elliot
Position:
Physical Science
Mrs. Jana Espy
3rd Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Jana Espy
Birthdate:
December 8
Favorite Place to shop:
Target, Amazon, TJ Maxx
My favorite casual restaurant:
Fresh Kitchen, Cava, Buffalo Wild Wings
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Any seafood
Favorite Hot Drink:
Starbucks bold coffee black
Favorite Cold Drink:
Kombucha or 1/2 sweet/1/2 unsweetened iced tea
Favorite Sweet Snack:
One bars
Favorite Salty Snack:
Pistachios, chomp beef jerkey
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pecan, apple
Favorite Flower/Plant:
All
Favorite Color:
Orange
Favorite Animal:
Bulldogs
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Mani/pedi
Favorite Sports Teams:
Auburn Tigers
Do you have pets?:
A bulldog
Aversions/Allergies:
Peanuts, almonds, and pineapple
Vegetarian/Vegan:
Nope
Monogram:
JSE
Hobbies:
Boating, fishing
Classroom Wish List:
Lysol wipes, expo markers, Kleenex
Abigail Samayoa
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
These are a few of my favorite things....
Abigail Samayoa
Birthdate:
March 6th
Position:
Preschool Teacher
Favorite Place to shop:
Detwiler’s, Hobby lobby, tjmaxx, Nike, SHEIN, Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Blaze pizza, Olive Garden, Starbucks
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Jpan, seasons52, Cheesecake Factory
Favorite Hot Drink:
Vanilla or caramel coffee with nondairy milk or creamer
Favorite Cold Drink:
Iced SF vanilla latte with oat milk
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Kettle corn, fruit, dark chocolate pretzels
Favorite Salty Snack:
Pita chips, popcorn
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pumpkin
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Rose, succulent
Favorite Color:
Purple & sage green
Favorite Animal:
Cow
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Traveling, spa days, going to different coffee shops
Favorite Author/Book:
The Bible
Favorite Sports Teams:
Buffalo Bills
Do you have pets?:
Dog & 3 cats
Aversions/Allergies:
Dairy, mango, oak, pine, cedar, palm oil
Vegetarian/Vegan:
Dairy free
Monogram:
ASL
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Socks, mugs
Hobbies:
Shopping, spending time with family/friends, drinking coffee
Do you collect anything?:
Cash
Special Note:
I am dairy free! Enjoy oat & almond milk! Huge coffee fan!!
Classroom Wish List:
I can also use cleaning supplies & essential oils!! Thank you so much!!
Melody Farrell
Academic Decathlon
These are a few of my favorite things....
Melody Farrell
Birthdate:
September 29th
Position:
Academic Decathlon
Favorite Place to shop:
Target
My favorite casual restaurant:
First Watch
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Veronica
Favorite Hot Drink:
Peppermint Tea
Favorite Cold Drink:
Fizzy Water
Favorite Sweet Snack:
chocolate chip cookie
Favorite Salty Snack:
tortilla chips
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
pumpkin
Favorite Flower/Plant:
jacaranda tree
Favorite Color:
purple
Favorite Animal:
horse
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
massage
Favorite Author/Book:
C.S. Lewis
Favorite Sports Teams:
ummm the Patriots!
Do you have pets?:
yes, a dog
Aversions/Allergies:
no
Vegetarian/Vegan:
no
Monogram:
MCF
Hobbies:
writing, singing
Do you collect anything?:
red birds
Mr. Alex Frey
Athletic Director
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mr. Alex Frey
Birthdate:
June 18
Position:
Athletic Director
Favorite Place to shop:
Fit to Run or Bass Pro
My favorite casual restaurant:
Blaze
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Texas Roadhouse
Favorite Hot Drink:
A Latte
Favorite Cold Drink:
Iced Latte
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Twix
Favorite Salty Snack:
Popcorn
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Peanut Butter
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Roses - for my wife
Favorite Color:
Blue
Favorite Animal:
Chicken
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Chocolates
Favorite Author/Book:
Lead for God's Sake - Todd Gongwer
Favorite Sports Teams:
Florida Gators, St. Louis Cardinals
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
None
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
ANF
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
None
Hobbies:
Raising Chickens, Running, Fishing
Do you collect anything?:
Hats
Special Note:
None
Classroom Wish List:
Decorations for my classroom or office
Madi Frick
3rd Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Madi Frick
Birthdate:
January 25th
Position:
3rd Grade
Favorite Place to shop:
TJ Maxx
My favorite casual restaurant:
Panera
Favorite Hot Drink:
Hot Chocolate
Favorite Cold Drink:
Mocha Frappuccino
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Chocolate
Favorite Salty Snack:
Chex Mix
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Succulents
Favorite Color:
Green
Favorite Animal:
Cats
Favorite Author/Book:
American History Books
Favorite Sports Teams:
Books
Do you have pets?:
A cat
Hobbies:
Reading, Writing
Do you collect anything?:
Books, postcards
Delaney Forbes
Teacher's Aide
These are a few of my favorite things....
Delaney Forbes
Birthdate:
August 12th
Position:
Teacher's Aide
Favorite Place to shop:
Target, old navy
My favorite casual restaurant:
Fresh kitchen, 3 natives
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Cheesecake Factory, yardhouse
Favorite Hot Drink:
Not a big fan of them
Favorite Cold Drink:
Chikfila lemonade, smoothies
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Peanut mnms, unreal brand peanut butter cups
Favorite Salty Snack:
Jalapeño kettle chips, Plantain chips
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Chocolate
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Peonies, tulips
Favorite Color:
Pink
Favorite Animal:
Elephant or parrotfish
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Tiramisu/ tiramisu cheesecake from Cheesecake Factory
Favorite Author/Book:
Jennie Allen
Favorite Sports Teams:
Tennessee volunteers
Do you have pets?:
Yes, one dog
Aversions/Allergies:
N/A
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
SDEF
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Mugs
Hobbies:
DIYing
Do you collect anything?:
No
Brittany Gieske
Earth Science (Upper School)
These are a few of my favorite things....
Brittany Gieske
Birthdate:
09/16
Position:
Earth Science (Upper School)
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chick fil A
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Coopers Hawk
Favorite Hot Drink:
Coffee
Favorite Cold Drink:
Iced coffee with almond milk
Favorite Salty Snack:
Chips
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Apple
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Succulents
Favorite Color:
Pink
Favorite Animal:
Horses
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Pedicures and candles
Favorite Author/Book:
Kristin Hannah
Favorite Sports Teams:
UCF
Do you have pets?:
One dog
Aversions/Allergies:
No
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
BAG
Megan Grier
2nd Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Megan Grier
Birthdate:
November 22nd
Position:
2nd Grade
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon, TJ Maxx, Hobby Lobby, Michaels
My favorite casual restaurant:
First Watch, Fresh Kitchen
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Any steakhouse, Pacific Rim, The Melting Pot
Favorite Hot Drink:
Chai or vanilla latte
Favorite Cold Drink:
Iced caramel macchiato, flavored sparkling water, cherry coke
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Dove chocolate, chocolate covered pretzels
Favorite Salty Snack:
Lesser Evil popcorn, Simple Mills snacks, Siete chips
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Sunflowers, daisies, orchids
Favorite Color:
all shades of blue
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Mani/Pedi, facial, massage
Do you have pets?:
Yes - dogs, chickens, a tortiose, and a bearded dragon
Aversions/Allergies:
All artificial fragrances, and quite a few food allergies
Classroom Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2CQG6CEETA996?ref_=wl_share
Austin Hayes
Composition & Rhetoric
These are a few of my favorite things....
Austin Hayes
Birthdate:
June 16th
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chick-Fil-A
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Outback
Favorite Hot Drink:
coffee
Favorite Cold Drink:
smoothies
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Ice Cream
Favorite Salty Snack:
popcorn
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Apple
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Lavender
Favorite Color:
Green
Favorite Animal:
Elephant
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Steak
Favorite Author/Book:
C.S. Lewis, The Bible
Favorite Sports Teams:
TCA, Troy, Alabama
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
No
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
AEH
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Socks
Hobbies:
Reading, Gun Range, Guitar
Do you collect anything?:
Anything Patriotic
Classroom Wish List:
Anything patriotic, Aristotle/Socrates
Mrs. Isabelle Hayes
Kindergarten
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Isabelle Hayes
Birthdate:
April 9
Position:
Kindergarten
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon, Goodwill Bookstore
My favorite casual restaurant:
Fresh Kitchen
Favorite fancy restaurant:
I love trying new places!
Favorite Hot Drink:
Tea, Hot Chocolate
Favorite Cold Drink:
Smoothies
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Anything chocolate! Chocolate covered fruit, nuts, pretzels, etc.
Favorite Salty Snack:
Popcorn, kettle corn, pretzels
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pumpkin
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Daisy
Favorite Color:
Blue
Favorite Animal:
Butterfly
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Mani/Pedi, Essential Oils, Ice Cream
Favorite Author/Book:
The Bible, Classics, Christian Living
Favorite Sports Teams:
TCA Patriots
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
Seafood (allergy), almonds(aversion)
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
IHM
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Coffe mugs and candles
Hobbies:
Reading & puzzles
Do you collect anything?:
Books!
Classroom Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AWONCZ1BCYVQ?ref_=wl_share
Ms. Debbie Hegeman
6th Grade | Math (4th)
These are a few of my favorite things....
Ms. Debbie Hegeman
Birthdate:
October 18
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon, Target
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chick-fil-A
Favorite Hot Drink:
Hot Chocolate
Favorite Cold Drink:
Coke
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Snickers or Publix Moose Tracks Ice Cream
Favorite Salty Snack:
Chex Mix
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Cherry
Favorite Flower/Plant:
I do not have a green thumb
Favorite Color:
Purple
Favorite Animal:
Cat
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Mani/Pedi Allstar Nails
Favorite Author/Book:
Fiction
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
Aversions to coconut, coffee, & tea
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
DHJ
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Mugs, Soaps, & Lotions
Special Note:
I do not drink coffees or teas & I never shop at Starbucks
Sophia Helme
Preschool Teacher
These are a few of my favorite things....
Sophia Helme
Birthdate:
June 10th
Favorite Place to shop:
Target, Amazon, Abercrombie, Marshalls, & lululemon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Yard House & Cheesecake Factory
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Osteria 500
Favorite Hot Drink:
Green tea w/ honey
Favorite Cold Drink:
Diet Dr. Pepper
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Dark Chocolate
Favorite Salty Snack:
Anything from Trader Joe’s
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Peanut Butter
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Tulips
Favorite Color:
Blue
Favorite Animal:
Dog
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Manicures/pedicures
Favorite Sports Teams:
New York Yankees
Do you have pets?:
2 dogs
Aversions/Allergies:
Gluten allergy
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Candles, lotion, cups & mugs, and socks
Classroom Wish List:
Anything! But always love any Seventh Generation cleaning supplies 🙂
Mr. Jason Herlihy
IT Specialist
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mr. Jason Herlihy
Position:
IT Specialist
Mrs. Megan Herlihy
Math (6th)
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Megan Herlihy
Birthdate:
August 13
Favorite Place to shop:
Ross, Marshalls, Amazon, Home Goods
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chipotle
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Cheesecake Factory
Favorite Hot Drink:
Decaf Cafe con leche
Favorite Cold Drink:
Chickfila Lemonade, Root Beer
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Peanut Butter Cups, Sour Patch Kids
Favorite Salty Snack:
Jalapeno Lime Ruffles, GF Pretzels
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Gluten Free Cookie Pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Fake plants 🙂
Favorite Color:
Pink!
Favorite Animal:
N/A 🙂
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Pedicures
Favorite Author/Book:
Jan Karon
Favorite Sports Teams:
Chicago Cubs
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
Gluten
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
MAH
Hobbies:
Reading, Beach, Piano
T-Shirt/Sweatshirt Size:
Small
Special Note:
Gluten-Free
Mrs. Cydney Hernandez
3rd Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Cydney Hernandez
Birthdate:
12/25
Position:
3rd Grade
Favorite Place to shop:
Target
My favorite casual restaurant:
Torchy Taco's
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Libby's
Favorite Hot Drink:
Chamomile tea
Favorite Cold Drink:
Sweet Tea
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Sonders Sea Salt Milk chocolate caramels
Favorite Salty Snack:
White Cheddar Cheeto puffs
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Peach Cobbler
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Hydrangeas and Pothos
Favorite Color:
Blue
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Salon
Aversions/Allergies:
Almonds & Cashews
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Classroom Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/140JHTZ5CF3T6?ref_=wl_share
Mrs. Missy Hippich
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Missy Hippich
Birthdate:
April 3
Position:
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon, Old Navy, Marshall's
My favorite casual restaurant:
Pinchers, Agave
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Dry Dock, Speaks
Favorite Hot Drink:
No hot drinks for me
Favorite Cold Drink:
Diet Coke, Sparkling Water
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Chocolate Ice Cream, Dark chocolate
Favorite Salty Snack:
I love all kinds of chips
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
No pies for me
Favorite Flower/Plant:
sunflowers
Favorite Color:
Green
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
shopping days
Favorite Author/Book:
biographies, true stories
Favorite Sports Teams:
Tampa Bay Rays
Do you have pets?:
no
Aversions/Allergies:
I am allergic to Almonds and bananas
Vegetarian/Vegan:
I am a pescatarian!
Monogram:
MLH
Hobbies:
playing cards & board games, boating, pickleball and Disney
Classroom Wish List:
Classroom books
Jene' Howard
3rd Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Jene' Howard
Birthdate:
May 14th
Position:
3rd Grade
Favorite Place to shop:
T.J. Maxx, Marshals
My favorite casual restaurant:
Thai Wasabi, Skillets
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Oxford Exchange, Owens Fish House
Favorite Hot Drink:
Coffee with cream
Favorite Cold Drink:
Duncan Iced Coffee with cold foam
Favorite Sweet Snack:
That's It fruit snacks, chocolate covered pecans or cherries
Favorite Salty Snack:
Mixed nuts, waffle pretzels, caramel popcorn, Pop Corners Kettle Corn
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pecan
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Succulents, wildflowers, any houseplant
Favorite Color:
Pink, teal
Favorite Animal:
Dogs
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Pedicure, iced coffee
Favorite Author/Book:
C.S. Lewis, Judith Pella, Ruth Chou Simons
Favorite Sports Teams:
U.S.F. Bulls
Do you have pets?:
Chickens
Aversions/Allergies:
Most scents, jasmine, lavender, plug-ins
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
JHD
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Candles, lotions (allergic to most)
Hobbies:
Camping, reading, journaling
Do you collect anything?:
Pens, markers
Classroom Wish List:
Amazon Gift Cards, 3rd Grade children's books
Mrs. Gina Ianelli
4th/5th Grade Aide
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Gina Ianelli
Birthdate:
September 20th
Favorite Place to shop:
TJMAXX and Hobby Lobby
My favorite casual restaurant:
Gecko’s
Favorite fancy restaurant:
DaRuMa
Favorite Hot Drink:
Coffee
Favorite Cold Drink:
Coconut Water
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Cookies
Favorite Salty Snack:
Pretzels
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Apple
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Lilac
Favorite Color:
Green
Favorite Animal:
Dogs and Cats
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Facial
Favorite Author/Book:
Biography and Mystery
Favorite Sports Teams:
Pittsburgh Steelers
Do you have pets?:
Ranger - Dog
Aversions/Allergies:
NO
Vegetarian/Vegan:
NO
Monogram:
GRI
Hobbies:
Camping, reading, and I just started learning to garden!
Do you collect anything?:
No
Ally Junot
Speech
These are a few of my favorite things....
Ally Junot
Birthdate:
August 10th
Position:
Speech
Favorite Place to shop:
Altard State & Target
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chickfila
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Any spots in downtown St. Pete
Favorite Hot Drink:
Tea
Favorite Cold Drink:
Anything from Starbucks- PSL 🙂
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Gummy candy
Favorite Salty Snack:
Trail mix
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Apple
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Sunflowers
Favorite Color:
Blue/Pink
Favorite Animal:
Dogs
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Spa day
Favorite Author/Book:
Any fantasy books - Sarah J Maas
Favorite Sports Teams:
Rays, Steelers, Rowdies
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
None
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
AJH
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Mugs
Hobbies:
Tennis, pickleball, paddleboarding, going to the beach, reading
Do you collect anything?:
Sea shells & Shark teeth
Classroom Wish List:
Dry erase markers, dry erase boards, toys
Mrs. Krista Kauffman
High School Art, Set Design and Theatre
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Krista Kauffman
Birthdate:
December 31st
Favorite Place to shop:
Target
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chick-fil-A
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Olive Garden
Favorite Hot Drink:
Carmel Macchito, seasonal flavors
Favorite Cold Drink:
Carmel or seasonal flavors iced coffee or Arnold Palmers
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Dark Chocolate
Favorite Salty Snack:
Meat sticks, trail mix
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pumpkin or Sweet Potato
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Orchad, roses, sunflowers
Favorite Color:
Aqua Blue, purple and pink
Favorite Animal:
Owl
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Gourmet sweets and coffees
Favorite Author/Book:
Mystery
Do you have pets?:
Dog and cat
Aversions/Allergies:
Lillies- Allergic
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
KMK
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
None
Hobbies:
Crafting, Art and sewing
Do you collect anything?:
Baby Yoda
Special Note:
Prayers are always welcome!
Classroom Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/dl/invite/5XV8Inw?ref_=wl_share
Mr. Mathew Kepler
College Math, Geometry, Physics, & Wilderness Survival
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mr. Mathew Kepler
Birthdate:
December 26th
Position:
College Math, Geometry, Physics, & Wilderness Survival
Favorite Place to shop:
Lowes or Bass Pro
My favorite casual restaurant:
Stottlemyer's
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Shore
Favorite Hot Drink:
coffee
Favorite Cold Drink:
bourbon
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Snickers
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pumpkin
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Live Oak
Favorite Color:
Is camo a color? If not, then most earth tones
Favorite Animal:
Whitetail Deer
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
ice cream
Favorite Author/Book:
That's tough... Peterson, Haidt, Holiday? I tend to like books on stoicism, life, philosophy, mindset, leadership... with the occasional indulgence in an apocalyptic novel
Favorite Sports Teams:
TCA Patriots
Do you have pets?:
1 dog, 2 cats
Aversions/Allergies:
laziness
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No thank you
Monogram:
MVK... or is it MKV?
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
socks!
Hobbies:
hunting, fishing, archery, paddling, ham radio, jiu jitsu
Do you collect anything?:
Tools, books, ham radios, ammo
Special Note:
God Bless America
Classroom Wish List:
Can always use some fine point expo markers and erasers
Mrs. Lisa Kotasek
Human Resources
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Lisa Kotasek
Birthdate:
02/17
Position:
Human Resources
Favorite Place to shop:
Detweilers
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chic Fila
Favorite fancy restaurant:
The Italian Grill
Favorite Hot Drink:
Small ice coffee with light cream and sugar
Favorite Cold Drink:
Diet Dr Pepper
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Hershey's miniatures
Favorite Salty Snack:
Pistachios
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Peach
Favorite Flower/Plant:
I'm not the best with flowers / plants (sneezy)
Favorite Color:
Patriots Blue!
Favorite Animal:
Red Cardinal
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
pedicures (such a luxury!)
Favorite Author/Book:
G.K. Chesterton
Favorite Sports Teams:
Patriots!
Do you have pets?:
no
Aversions/Allergies:
scented things (sneezy)
Vegetarian/Vegan:
no
Monogram:
LMK
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
nothing 🙂
Hobbies:
Thank you cards 🙂
Do you collect anything?:
Thank you cards 🙂 scripture quotes
Special Note:
I'm so blessed to be at TCA. I love you all!
Classroom Wish List:
Thank you cards. 🙂
Mrs. Lorraine Kouvatsos
Accounting
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Lorraine Kouvatsos
Ester Kurecki
Resource Teacher (Lower Elementary)
These are a few of my favorite things....
Ester Kurecki
Birthdate:
January 25th
Favorite Place to shop:
Nordstroms, Target, TJ Maxx
My favorite casual restaurant:
Fresh Kitchen
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Fins and Capitol Grill
Favorite Hot Drink:
Cafe Mocha extra hot
Favorite Cold Drink:
Iced green tea Matcha with cold foam
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Gummy candies
Favorite Salty Snack:
Cheez it snack mix, nut mixes
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Apple Struedel
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Succulents
Favorite Color:
Blues and greys
Favorite Animal:
Chickens, ducks
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Chocolate covered fruits
Favorite Author/Book:
Any devotional or inspirational books
Favorite Sports Teams:
Team USA
Do you have pets?:
Beagle
Aversions/Allergies:
none
Vegetarian/Vegan:
no
Monogram:
EKC
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Candy
Hobbies:
Boating, bread making, exercising
Special Note:
We farm ducks and chickens and harvests eggs, we also have bee hives and harvest their honey 🙂
Mrs. Alison Lacy
1st Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Alison Lacy
Birthdate:
July 6th
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon, T.J.Maxx, MIssion Thrift
My favorite casual restaurant:
Burger Fi, Chick-Fil-A
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Libby's, Owens Fish Camp
Favorite Hot Drink:
Coffee with cream and sugar
Favorite Cold Drink:
221 B.C. Kombucha, Sparking Water, Celsius
Favorite Salty Snack:
Nuts and Popcorn
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Passion Flower, house plants, succulents
Favorite Color:
Teal
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
lotions, perfumes, masks, Spa treatment (pedi/mani), Sarasota Premier Aesthetics
Favorite Sports Teams:
TCA Patriots!!!
Do you have pets?:
1 dog, 1 donkey, 2 cows, 12 chickens
Hobbies:
Working out, camping with my family, watching my sons play sports!
Special Note:
It is an honor to be your child's teacher. Thank you for sharing your greatest blessing with me.
Classroom Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1L2TA2FWN7QZV/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_2
Sra. Rosa Martín LaGarde
Spanish (Upper School)
These are a few of my favorite things....
Sra. Rosa Martín LaGarde
Birthdate:
June 11
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon
Favorite Color:
Red/Purple
Favorite Animal:
Dog
Favorite Author/Book:
C.S. Lewis
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
No
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
RML
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Starbucks
Hobbies:
Cooking
Special Note:
I am still monitoring my food intake/diet because of ongoing cancer treatment, so honestly, Amazon, Publix, and Trader Joe's is where I shop.
Classroom Wish List:
For my classroom: Amazon
For myself: Publix & Trader Joe's
Mrs. Rachael LaMagna
Events Coordinator
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Rachael LaMagna
Birthdate:
September 11
Position:
Events Coordinator
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Blu Kouzina
Favorite fancy restaurant:
MJ's
Favorite Hot Drink:
Chai Tea
Favorite Cold Drink:
Shirley Temple or Anything from CROP Juice
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Dried Figs
Favorite Salty Snack:
Siete chips
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
pumpkin
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Tea Roses
Favorite Color:
Yellow
Favorite Animal:
Elephant
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Gluten free oreos
Favorite Author/Book:
Michelle McClain Walters
Favorite Sports Teams:
the Bulls/Basketball
Do you have pets?:
2 Fish
Aversions/Allergies:
Dairy/Gluten
Vegetarian/Vegan:
no
Monogram:
RLR
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Books
Hobbies:
Traveling & Yoga
Do you collect anything?:
Little things. I love anything little.
Special Note:
I LOVE SPA treatments!
Mrs. Rebecca Leguizamon
Lower School Dean
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Rebecca Leguizamon
Birthdate:
July 6
Favorite Place to shop:
Target, Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chick-Fil-A
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Bonefish
Favorite Cold Drink:
Iced Coffee, Dragon Drink
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Dark Chocolate
Favorite Salty Snack:
Popcorn
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Strawberry Cream
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Orchid/Succulents
Favorite Color:
Aqua
Favorite Animal:
Puppies!
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Reese's
Favorite Author/Book:
Jane Austen
Favorite Sports Teams:
Kansas City Chiefs
Do you have pets?:
Yes, 1 dog
Aversions/Allergies:
None
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
RLP
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
I love everything!
Hobbies:
Hiking, reading, going to the beach
Do you collect anything?:
No
Classroom Wish List:
Gel highlighters, bluetooth speaker
Jessica Long
4th Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Jessica Long
Birthdate:
August 26th
Position:
4th Grade
Favorite Place to shop:
Target, TJ Maxx, Lulu Lemon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Fresh Kitchen
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Lucky Pelican
Favorite Cold Drink:
any flavor iced latte or iced matcha w/ shot of espresso
Favorite Sweet Snack:
unreal dark chocolate pb cups
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Tulips or greenery
Favorite Color:
dark green
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Poppi Doc Pop flavor
Favorite Author/Book:
To Kill A Mockingbird
Favorite Sports Teams:
Bucs & Lightning
Do you have pets?:
the best dog - Preacher
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Mugs
Hobbies:
Soccer, beach, card games, hanging with my family
Classroom Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/30UY7LPFA33PZ/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_5
Ms. Addison Longenecker
Literature (Upper School)
These are a few of my favorite things....
Ms. Addison Longenecker
Birthdate:
05/20
Position:
Literature (Upper School)
Favorite Place to shop:
Marshall’s
My favorite casual restaurant:
Fresh Kitchen
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Capital Grill
Favorite Hot Drink:
Honey Lavender Latte with oat milk
Favorite Cold Drink:
Sweet tea with a lemon
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Brookside chocolate covered pomegranates
Favorite Salty Snack:
Chex mix
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Key lime pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Plumeria/Roses
Favorite Color:
Sage green
Favorite Animal:
Dolphin
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Fillet Mignon
Favorite Author/Book:
Wind in the Willows/ Wuthering Heights/ John Milton/ Shakespeare
Favorite Sports Teams:
Chiefs and Vols
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
None
Vegetarian/Vegan:
N/A
Monogram:
AHL
Hobbies:
Reading, watercolor, paddle boarding, snorkeling
Do you collect anything?:
Mugs
Classroom Wish List:
Beautiful books
Mrs. Harmony Longenecker
Founder | Director of Advancement
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Harmony Longenecker
Birthdate:
January 6
Position:
Founder | Director of Advancement
Favorite Place to shop:
Target, Marshall's
Favorite Hot Drink:
Pumpkin coffee
Favorite Cold Drink:
unsweet iced tea w/lemon
Favorite Sweet Snack:
dark chocolate w/ almonds, pumpkin anything
Favorite Salty Snack:
dark chocolate pretzels
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
pumpkin cream @ Yoders
Favorite Color:
Blue
Aversions/Allergies:
none
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No - Carnivore actually 🙂
Special Note:
I love all things pumpkin and fall
Classroom Wish List:
essential oils
multi-colored Expo markers
natural cleaning products
strong magnents
Ms. Addison Longenecker
Literature
These are a few of my favorite things....
Ms. Addison Longenecker
Birthdate:
May 20
Position:
Literature
Favorite Place to shop:
Marshall’s
My favorite casual restaurant:
Fresh Kitchen
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Capital Grille
Favorite Hot Drink:
Honey Lavender Latte with oat milk
Favorite Cold Drink:
Sweet tea with a lemon
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Brookside chocolate covered pomegranates
Favorite Salty Snack:
Chex mix
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Key lime pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Plumeria/Roses
Favorite Color:
Sage green
Favorite Animal:
Dolphin
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Fillet Mignon
Favorite Author/Book:
Wind in the Willows/ Wuthering Heights/ John Milton/ Shakespeare
Favorite Sports Teams:
Chiefs and Vols
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
None
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
AHL
Hobbies:
Reading, watercolor, paddle boarding, snorkeling
Do you collect anything?:
Mugs
Classroom Wish List:
Beautiful books
Mr. Josh Longenecker
Founder & Headmaster
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mr. Josh Longenecker
Birthdate:
June 20
Position:
Founder & Headmaster
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Fresh Kitchen
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Capital Grille
Favorite Cold Drink:
Black Rifle Mocha
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Salted caramel
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Peanut butter chocolate cream from Yoders
Favorite Sports Teams:
Patriots
Sra. Nelly Longenecker
Spanish (K-6th)
These are a few of my favorite things....
Sra. Nelly Longenecker
Birthdate:
March 17th
Favorite Place to shop:
Marshalls, TJ Maxx
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Any steak house
Favorite Hot Drink:
Coffee
Favorite Cold Drink:
Flavored sparkling water
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Chocolate almonds
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pumpkin pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Fiddle leaf fig
Favorite Color:
Black
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Facials, nails
Favorite Author/Book:
Personal growth books
Do you have pets?:
Yes, a dog
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Chick-fill-A gift cards, Target cards
Lonnie Longenecker
TCA Grounds
These are a few of my favorite things....
Lonnie Longenecker
Sheriff Blake
TCA Security
These are a few of my favorite things....
Sheriff Blake
Birthdate:
November 28
Favorite Place to shop:
Tractor Supply
My favorite casual restaurant:
Ale House
Favorite Hot Drink:
Coffee
Vegetarian/Vegan:
Negative
Special Note:
Thanks for your support!
Julie Marmelo
Teacher's Aide
These are a few of my favorite things....
Julie Marmelo
Birthdate:
October 11th
Position:
Teacher's Aide
Favorite Place to shop:
Free people/Nordstrom Rack
My favorite casual restaurant:
Food + Beer
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Napule
Favorite Hot Drink:
Coffee
Favorite Cold Drink:
Kombucha
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Stroopwafels
Favorite Salty Snack:
Ritz Cheese Crackers
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Chocolate Pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Daylily
Favorite Color:
Orange
Favorite Animal:
Dolphin/Fish
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Chocolates
Favorite Author/Book:
Attached
Favorite Sports Teams:
Patriots/Celtics
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
None
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
JSM
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Picture Frames
Hobbies:
Swimming/Dancing/Reading
Do you collect anything?:
Funny T-Shirts
Classroom Wish List:
Organizing tools/Pens/Stickers
Kaylee Mauser
2nd Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Kaylee Mauser
Birthdate:
October 9
Position:
2nd Grade
Favorite Place to shop:
Target and Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Naked Farmer or Chick Fila
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Venezia at St. Armand’s Circle
Favorite Hot Drink:
Coffee
Favorite Cold Drink:
Coffee
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Soft chocolate chip cookies
Favorite Salty Snack:
Most anything!
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Key Lime
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Peonies
Favorite Color:
Soft green or light pink
Favorite Animal:
Dog
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Gift cards!
Favorite Author/Book:
Almost any good classic or mystery
Favorite Sports Teams:
Pittsburgh Steelers and Real Madrid
Do you have pets?:
Yes, 2 dogs
Aversions/Allergies:
Shellfish and Bananas
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
KMA, soon to be KAA
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Chocolate, but I’ll never refuse more 🙂
Hobbies:
Singing, reading, playing piano
Do you collect anything?:
No
Special Note:
N/A
Classroom Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3BH1ANH0LHUWR?ref_=wl_share
Stephanie Mercier
1st Grade Aide
These are a few of my favorite things....
Stephanie Mercier
Birthdate:
August 29th
Position:
1st Grade Aide
Favorite Place to shop:
Marshall’s, Amazon, Mission Thrift!
My favorite casual restaurant:
Geckos
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Dry Dock Waterfront Grill
Favorite Hot Drink:
Caramel Latte
Favorite Cold Drink:
Sweet Tea
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Moose Munch
Favorite Salty Snack:
Kettle Corn Popcorn
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Apple Pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Love them ALL!
Favorite Color:
White and Gold
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Manicures and Pedicures
Hobbies:
Gardening, Crafts, Baking
Do you collect anything?:
Plants & Essential Oils
Special Note:
Thank you SO much!
Classroom Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/33FJ00UNOF0VI?ref_=wl_share
Geoff McBride
Algebra 1
These are a few of my favorite things....
Geoff McBride
Betsy McCaffity
Admin Assistant
These are a few of my favorite things....
Betsy McCaffity
Position:
Admin Assistant
Keri McMahon
2nd Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Keri McMahon
Birthdate:
June 8th
Position:
2nd Grade
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon, Target
My favorite casual restaurant:
Fresh Kitchen, Toastique, Raining Berries
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Cooper's Hawk
Favorite Cold Drink:
Iced Cinnamon Vanilla Latte with Almond Milk
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Anything from Simple Mills
Favorite Salty Snack:
Siete Chips
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Daisy, Sunflower, Succulents
Favorite Color:
Blues and greens
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Facial/Spa Treatment
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
Dairy and Gluten restricted
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
KMA
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Mugs/Thermoses
Hobbies:
Pickle Ball, Beach Volleyball, Baking/Cooking
Do you collect anything?:
N/a
Special Note:
I love supporting local restaurants and shops!
Classroom Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/owner-view/Q09MS19PMRTI?ref_=gr_universal_landing_ggr
Mr. Spence McSorley
5th Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mr. Spence McSorley
Birthdate:
August 24
Favorite Place to shop:
Nautica / Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Trader Joes (I'll do the cooking)
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Asian / Ethnic Food
Favorite Hot Drink:
Starbucks & Lavazza Coffee
Favorite Cold Drink:
Ginger Beer
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Organic Energy Squares
Favorite Salty Snack:
Mixed Nuts
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Blackberry
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Bromeliad / Succulents
Favorite Color:
Blue or Green (darker shades for both)
Favorite Animal:
Pelican
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Port, Drambuie, or Islay Scotch Whisky
Favorite Author/Book:
Pearl S. Buck / James Michener / Brant Pitre
Favorite Sports Teams:
Notre Dame / Tampa Bay Rowdies
Do you have pets?:
Family cat
Aversions/Allergies:
Hay Fever
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
WSM
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Religious Decorations
Hobbies:
Singing, Reading, Brewing Beer, Baking Bread, & Playing Board Games
Do you collect anything?:
No
Classroom Wish List:
Framed World Map / Dry Erasers / Color Dry Erase Markers
Andrea McSorley
Upper School
These are a few of my favorite things....
Andrea McSorley
Birthdate:
January 14th
Position:
Upper School
Favorite Place to shop:
Ellenton Outlet, Detwiler's Farm Market
My favorite casual restaurant:
any ethnic restaurant - I love trying new places
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Melting Pot
Favorite Hot Drink:
Lavender Tea, Rooibos Tea
Favorite Cold Drink:
Sparkling water (any flavor)
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Dried mango, berries, apricots, figs
Favorite Salty Snack:
Pistachios, walnuts, almonds
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Rhubarb custard pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
bromeliads, ferns
Favorite Color:
blues and purples
Favorite Animal:
peacock
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
dark chocolate with almonds or caramel
Favorite Author/Book:
Jane Austen
Favorite Sports Teams:
Um, my husband likes sports and I smile politely
Do you have pets?:
an outdoor kitty
Aversions/Allergies:
none
Vegetarian/Vegan:
no, but I love to eat vegetarian
Monogram:
AMM
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
candy (excepting of course dark chocolate!)
Hobbies:
reading, cooking, gardening
Do you collect anything?:
books unintentionally
Classroom Wish List:
Teal, purple, or green ink pens for grading, Large Print of The School of Athens by Rafael, spray mop
Mr. Aaron Minch
Maintenance
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mr. Aaron Minch
Position:
Maintenance
Mrs. Karra Minch
1st Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Karra Minch
Birthdate:
August 29th
Position:
1st Grade
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Yard House
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Connor's Steakhouse
Favorite Hot Drink:
White Chocolate Mocha
Favorite Cold Drink:
Cherry Lime Poppi / Coke / Sweet Tea
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Peanut Butter Cups
Favorite Salty Snack:
Dot's Pretzels / Salt and Vinegar Chips
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pecan
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Orchid / Snake / Pathos
Favorite Color:
Green
Favorite Animal:
Humpback Whales / Manatees
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Massage / Pedicures / Facials
Favorite Author/Book:
Lysa TerKeurst / Priscilla Shirer
Aversions/Allergies:
Oral Allergy Syndrome / (raw fruit)
Vegetarian/Vegan:
no
Monogram:
KMB
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
mugs / candy
Hobbies:
singing / cooking
Do you collect anything?:
no
Classroom Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2859XISLS21M0?ref_=wl_share
Maya Moshier
Teacher's Aide
These are a few of my favorite things....
Maya Moshier
Birthdate:
April 10th
Position:
Teacher's Aide
Favorite Place to shop:
Target
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chick fil a
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Texas Roadhouse
Favorite Cold Drink:
Dr.pepper, green tea
Favorite Salty Snack:
Extra toasty cheezits
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Apple
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Any and ALL (no succulents tho haha)
Favorite Color:
Blue
Favorite Animal:
Giraffe and cats
Favorite Sports Teams:
Boston bruins
Do you have pets?:
2 dogs, a cat and bird
Gretchen Mossburg
Lower School Art
These are a few of my favorite things....
Gretchen Mossburg
Birthdate:
October 8th
Position:
Lower School Art
Favorite Place to shop:
Walmart or Target
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chipotle
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Fins at sharkys
Favorite Hot Drink:
Apple cider
Favorite Cold Drink:
Lemonade
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Chocolate
Favorite Salty Snack:
Chips and popcorn
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Apple
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Lotus flower + sunflower
Favorite Color:
Blues and greens
Favorite Animal:
Bees and sea turles
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Art mediums + skincare/healthcare products
Favorite Author/Book:
Colleen Hoover and Julia Quinn
Favorite Sports Teams:
N/A
Do you have pets?:
N/A, but an auntie to a cute lab hound
Aversions/Allergies:
N/A
Vegetarian/Vegan:
N/A
Monogram:
GME
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Sketch books
Hobbies:
Reading
Do you collect anything?:
Unique Seashells, shark teeth, vintage cameras
Special Note:
Also love mermaids, greek mythology, and outdoorsy stuff!
Classroom Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1ODU730K25P0V?ref_=wl_share
Mrs. Courtney Moulton
Director of Marketing & Media | TCA Business Partners
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Courtney Moulton
Birthdate:
September 18th
Position:
Director of Marketing & Media
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon, Etsy
My favorite casual restaurant:
Wow Wow Lemonade, Tijuana Flats, Cava
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Coopers Hawk
Favorite Hot Drink:
Coconut Chai Tea Latte
Favorite Cold Drink:
221 B.C Kombucha or iced Coconut Chai Tea Latte
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Ghiradelli Sea Salt Caramel Dark Chocolate
Favorite Salty Snack:
Popcorn
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pumpkin
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Hydrangeas, Orchids, Succulents
Favorite Color:
Periwinkle
Favorite Animal:
Blue Morpho, Dachshunds
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Date nights, new restaurants, vineyards, cinema, + spa treatments
Favorite Author/Book:
Books: The Bible, the Apostle Paul, C.S. Lewis, Ruth Chou Simmons, Priscilla Shirer, Shakespeare, & books on health and wellness..
Favorite Artists: Norman Rockwell, Leonardo da Vinci, Claude Monet, & Vincent van Gogh
Favorite Sports Teams:
TCA Patriots, St. Louis Cardinals, + Florida Gators
Aversions/Allergies:
Lactose Intolerant + Almonds + Gluten
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
CMA
Hobbies:
Painting, Sculpting, Crocheting, Gardening, Aromatherapy
Do you collect anything?:
Willow and Sage Magazines
Ms. Kelly Murray
Kindergarten
These are a few of my favorite things....
Ms. Kelly Murray
Birthdate:
May 22
Position:
Kindergarten
Favorite Place to shop:
Target, Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chick-Fil-A, Geckos
Favorite fancy restaurant:
DaRuMa
Favorite Hot Drink:
Blonde Vanilla (or seasonal) Oatmilk Latte, Chai
Favorite Cold Drink:
Blonde Vanilla (or seasonal) Oatmilk Latte
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Fruit, dried fruit
Favorite Salty Snack:
White Cheddar Cheetos, Goldfish
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Apple
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Pink Roses
Favorite Color:
Pink
Favorite Animal:
Butterflies
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Starbucks
Favorite Author/Book:
Kindle Books
Favorite Sports Teams:
Cleveland Guardians
Do you have pets?:
Dog - Barley
Aversions/Allergies:
Honey
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
KMA
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Mugs, knick knacks
Hobbies:
Disney, reading on the Kindle, crafting
Do you collect anything?:
Gift cards to Starbucks, Target, Amazon
Classroom Wish List:
Tissues, baby wipes, cleaning wipes
Mrs. Michelle Needham
Preschool Teacher
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Michelle Needham
Birthdate:
1/23
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon, TJ Max, Costco
My favorite casual restaurant:
Breakfast Company, Yard House, Geckos
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Osteria 500, Owens Fish Camp, Speaks Clam Bar
Favorite Hot Drink:
Dark roast coffee or cappuccino
Favorite Cold Drink:
GT Synergy Kombucha, Spindrift, unsweetened ice tea
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Fresh fruit
Favorite Salty Snack:
Sweet potato or Kettle chips fried in avocado oil
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pumpkin or sweet potato
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Sunflowers, magnolia, Christmas cactus
Favorite Color:
Purple, yellow, orange
Favorite Animal:
Dogs and cats
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Dark chocolate Hu bars
Favorite Sports Teams:
Tampa Bay Rays
Do you have pets?:
Yes a Golden Retriever and a Tuxedo cat
Aversions/Allergies:
None
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
MAN
Hobbies:
Reading and listening to Audible, gardening, painting with acrylics
Do you collect anything?:
No
Classroom Wish List:
Laminating sheets, card stock ( white and colored) Seventh Generation Antibacterial wipes, OnGuard or Thieves
Emilee Nisly
Preschool Aide
These are a few of my favorite things....
Emilee Nisly
Birthdate:
August 14th
Position:
Preschool Aide
Favorite Place to shop:
Marshalls, Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chipotle, Chick-fil-A
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Gecko's, Brio, Valentinos
Favorite Hot Drink:
A vanilla latte
Favorite Cold Drink:
any kind of fruity tea
Favorite Sweet Snack:
cake
Favorite Salty Snack:
pretzel thins
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
pecan pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
roses
Favorite Color:
purple, gray, black, army green
Favorite Animal:
turtles
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
jewelry, getting nails done, shopping
Favorite Author/Book:
Agatha Christie
Favorite Sports Teams:
Tampa Bay Rays, Costa Rica National team
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
No
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
ESN
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
mugs
Hobbies:
painting, photography, reading
Do you collect anything?:
coins
Mrs. Amy Olsen
Literature & Composition (7th) Language Arts Department Head
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Amy Olsen
Birthdate:
October 14
Position:
Language Arts/Latin
Favorite Place to shop:
Dillards
My favorite casual restaurant:
Crisp & Green
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Cassarianos
Favorite Hot Drink:
Hot Chocolate.
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Whole Foods Organic Milk Chocolate bar
Favorite Salty Snack:
Sun Chips cheddar
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Blueberry
Favorite Flower/Plant:
None - black thumb!
Favorite Color:
Blue
Favorite Author/Book:
Frankenstein
Do you have pets?:
no
Aversions/Allergies:
Many food allergies
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
AHO
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
candles
Hobbies:
knitting, crafting, reading, puzzles
Do you collect anything?:
No
Classroom Wish List:
Diffuser, honeycomb-theme decor, desk privacy dividers for test taking
Mary Olson
3rd Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mary Olson
Birthdate:
June 18
Position:
3rd Grade
Favorite Place to shop:
Target, Dillards, Loft, Lush, Joann Fabrics, Michaels
My favorite casual restaurant:
Naked Farmer and Fresh Kitchen
Favorite fancy restaurant:
I don’t really have one.
Favorite Hot Drink:
Tea
Favorite Cold Drink:
Lemonade
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Dairy free chocolate
Favorite Salty Snack:
Chips
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
I like most, but they have to be allergy friendly.
Favorite Flower/Plant:
I love any potted plants and flowers.
Favorite Color:
It’s hard to pick, but probably the green and blue families would be at the top.
Favorite Animal:
Otters
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Mani/pedi
Favorite Author/Book:
L.M. Montgomery, Gene Stratton Porter, Jane Austin
Do you have pets?:
3 cats
Aversions/Allergies:
Gluten, dairy, and eggs
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Mugs
Hobbies:
Sewing and really any craft related
Do you collect anything?:
Old books
Classroom Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3NIZK8AKGBXLH?ref_=wl_share
Pam Winchell
1st Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Pam Winchell
Birthdate:
April 22
Position:
1st Grade
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon, Target, Home Goods
My favorite casual restaurant:
Geckos , Texas Roadhouse, Libbys, Owen’s Fish Camp, Chipotle
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Seasons 52, Coopers Hawk, Ruth’s Chris
Favorite Cold Drink:
Strawberry banana smoothie, Peanut butter smoothies, Caramel Frappuccino
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Any kind of Açaí Bowls, Gummy bears, Reese’s Cups, York Peppermint Patties
Favorite Salty Snack:
Popcorn, Trail Mix, Dried Fruits
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Peanut butter pie, Pecan Pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Tulips, easy to care for plants
Favorite Color:
Green and Teal
Favorite Animal:
cows
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Mani/Pedi, massage
Favorite Sports Teams:
FSU and The Bucs
Do you have pets?:
2 dogs : Chance and Titan
Monogram:
PGW
Hobbies:
Traveling, boating, RVing
Classroom Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/dl/invite/iqqHY7C?ref_=wl_share
Jessica Patella
Biology (Honors) and Honors Anatomy & Physiology
These are a few of my favorite things....
Jessica Patella
Birthdate:
November 24
Favorite Place to shop:
Ann Taylor, Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chipotle
Favorite fancy restaurant:
The Shore
Favorite Hot Drink:
Coffee
Favorite Cold Drink:
Water
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Chocolate
Favorite Salty Snack:
Nuts
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pumpkin
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Sunflower
Favorite Color:
Aqua
Favorite Animal:
Sheep
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Massage
Favorite Author/Book:
So Many!
Favorite Sports Teams:
FSU, Go Noles!
Do you have pets?:
No
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
JP
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Mugs 😉
Hobbies:
Reading, Running
Do you collect anything?:
No
Classroom Wish List:
Amazon Classroom Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/28981IQOSQPZY?ref_=wl_share
Mrs. Tamicka Quandt
Kindergarten
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Tamicka Quandt
Birthdate:
December 21st
Favorite Place to shop:
TJMaxx-Home Goods-Aldi-Publix-Target-Walmart
My favorite casual restaurant:
Rocco's Tacos-Wolves Head-Acapulco's LWR-Mod Pizza
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Ruth Chris-Hyde Park Steakhouse-Drydock-Chart House
Favorite Hot Drink:
Black Coffee (hazelnut pods @ Aldi)
Favorite Cold Drink:
Dr. Pepper
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Milk Chocolate & Honey/Lemon Cough Drops
Favorite Salty Snack:
Pop Daddy's Yellow Mustard Pretzels
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Apple pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Succulents
Favorite Color:
Neutrals & Red/White/Blue
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Massage-Facial-Acupuncture-Pedicure
Favorite Sports Teams:
FSU
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
Please NO perfumes or candles
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
BIG cups/water bottles
Hobbies:
Home Improvements & Cricut Crafting
Do you collect anything?:
Challenge Coins & Honey/Lemon Cough Drops
Special Note:
I love and use Doterra Abode (essential oil) A LOT in the classroom
Classroom Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1ZEINVEAM1SJP?ref_=wl_share
Jenna Ramalho
2nd Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Jenna Ramalho
Birthdate:
January 12th
Favorite Place to shop:
Nordstrom Rack/Amazon/Target
My favorite casual restaurant:
Geckos/Blaze
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Seasons 52/Oak and Stone
Favorite Hot Drink:
English Breakfast Tea
Favorite Cold Drink:
Iced Black Tea
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Any!!
Favorite Color:
Forest Green
Favorite Animal:
Crab/Owl
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Pedicures
Favorite Sports Teams:
Go Cowboys! Go Rays!
Do you have pets?:
1 schnauzer!
Aversions/Allergies:
I try to stay away from dairy.
Hobbies:
Candles! (Christmas candles are an exception😉)
Classroom Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2TNKDZF5CGP7L?ref_=wl_share
Angela Ramsey
4th Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Angela Ramsey
Position:
4th Grade
Mrs. Lisa Redhead
Director of Admissions
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Lisa Redhead
Birthdate:
December 23
Position:
Director of Admissions
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Blaze, Fat Point, Rocco's Tacos, Tijuana Flats
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Coopers Hawk, Dive Wine & Spirits, Flemings Steakhouse
Favorite Hot Drink:
Dunkin- Hot coffee, cream & sugar. Starbucks- Expresso Con Panna
Favorite Cold Drink:
Unsweet Iced Tea or Smoothie King
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Chocolate & Peanut Butter (Buckeyes, Reese's Cups, Butter Finger,...)
Favorite Salty Snack:
Nuts of any kind. Bacon.
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pumpkin or Apple
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Low maintenance.
Favorite Color:
Beach colors
Favorite Animal:
Cat & Dog
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Pedicure
Favorite Author/Book:
God/Bible
Favorite Sports Teams:
TCA Teams
Do you have pets?:
2 Cats
Aversions/Allergies:
I do not enjoy seafood
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No. I love bacon waaay too much.
Monogram:
LRD
Hobbies:
Time with my adult children
Do you collect anything?:
No
Classroom Wish List:
Office- sticky notes, colorful pens
Rebecca Ruark
Preschool Aide
These are a few of my favorite things....
Rebecca Ruark
Birthdate:
June 10th
Position:
Preschool Aide
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon, Aerie, Target, Ulta
My favorite casual restaurant:
Carrabas
Favorite fancy restaurant:
capitol grill
Favorite Hot Drink:
I don’t like hot drinks
Favorite Cold Drink:
iced shaken espresso, blonde roast with oatmilk
Favorite Sweet Snack:
kettle corn
Favorite Salty Snack:
popcorn
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
apple
Favorite Flower/Plant:
i do not have a green thumb
Favorite Color:
black
Favorite Animal:
dogs
Aversions/Allergies:
none
Vegetarian/Vegan:
no
Monogram:
RLR
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
mugs
Hobbies:
musicals/theater
Do you collect anything?:
perfume!!!
Special Note:
gifts cards are always nice and appreciated
Sonya Richards
Director of Operations
These are a few of my favorite things....
Sonya Richards
Birthdate:
September 2nd
Favorite Place to shop:
Home Goods
My favorite casual restaurant:
First Watch
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Seasons 52
Favorite Hot Drink:
Oat milk latte
Favorite Cold Drink:
Brown sugar espresso
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Unreal almond butter cups
Favorite Salty Snack:
potato chips
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
pumpkin pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
tulips
Favorite Color:
black
Favorite Animal:
cats
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
pedicure
Favorite Author/Book:
the Bible
Favorite Sports Teams:
MSU, PSU, Steelers
Do you have pets?:
no
Aversions/Allergies:
dairy and peanuts
Vegetarian/Vegan:
no
Monogram:
SDR
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
candles
Hobbies:
piano, painting, decorating
Ms. Jasmine Rodriguez
Preschool Teacher
These are a few of my favorite things....
Ms. Jasmine Rodriguez
Birthdate:
January 7th
Position:
Preschool Teacher
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon, Burlington, Target
My favorite casual restaurant:
Bitias Tacos on 17th St.
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Geckos
Favorite Hot Drink:
Hot Chocolate (Peppermint)
Favorite Cold Drink:
Vanilla Iced Coffee (Sweet)
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Gummies
Favorite Salty Snack:
Pringles
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Apple Pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Tulips & Sunflowers
Favorite Color:
Pink/Black
Favorite Animal:
Dinosaur
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Cricut Accessories
Favorite Author/Book:
Michael Crichton
Favorite Sports Teams:
Mexico Soccer Team
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
None
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
JAR
Hobbies:
Using Cricut, Watching Disney
Do you collect anything?:
Jurassic Park Memorabilia, Disney Movies, Children's Books
Classroom Wish List:
Essential Oils, Laminating Sheets, Colored Card stock Stickers, Colored Copy Paper, Sticky Tac, Activity trays (flat with raised edges) Eric Carle Books (large). Science Story/ picture books, velcro, Dymo Label refills, small treasure box toys, teacher rolling crate, clothes pins, beach wagon, large paper trimmer.
Abigail Samayoa
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
These are a few of my favorite things....
Abigail Samayoa
Birthdate:
March 6th
Position:
Preschool Teacher
Favorite Place to shop:
Target, Old Navy, TJMaxx, Vans, Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Mellow Mushroom, Chili's, Olive Garden, Tropical Smoothie
Favorite fancy restaurant:
JPan, Melting Pot
Favorite Hot Drink:
Coffee or Hot Chocolate
Favorite Cold Drink:
Iced Coffee, Water
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Kettle Corn
Favorite Salty Snack:
Pretzels, Triscuits
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pumpkin
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Rose, Succulents
Favorite Color:
Purple
Favorite Animal:
Cow
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Traveling, Spa days, Shopping
Favorite Author/Book:
the Bible
Favorite Sports Teams:
Buffalo Bills
Do you have pets?:
3 Cats and a Dog
Aversions/Allergies:
Dairy
Vegetarian/Vegan:
Absolutely not
Monogram:
ASL
Hobbies:
Spending time with friends/family, Traveling, Shopping, Dancing
Do you collect anything?:
Cash
T-Shirt/Sweatshirt Size:
Large
Special Note:
Dairy-free! oat milk, almond milk and coconut milk, for the win!
Classroom Wish List:
Masking tape, Stickers, Clothes pins, extra snacks for classroom.
Rachel Sanders
Resource Upper Elementary
These are a few of my favorite things....
Rachel Sanders
Birthdate:
December 26th
Position:
Resource Upper Elementary
Favorite Place to shop:
Target, Amazon, Hobby Lobby
My favorite casual restaurant:
Owens Fish Camp, Corkscrew Deli, Simon's Coffee House
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Indigenous, Selva, 1592 Wood Fired Kitchen
Favorite Hot Drink:
Fat free vanilla latte
Favorite Cold Drink:
Iced vanilla Latte
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Chocolate covered graham crackers
Favorite Salty Snack:
Popcorn
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pecan Pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Gardenia, roses, peony
Favorite Color:
Black, teal, pastels
Favorite Animal:
sloth or elephant
Do you have pets?:
Yes, one dog 🙂
Monogram:
RSP
Mr. Sarchet
Latin (Upper School) | Greek 1
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mr. Sarchet
Birthdate:
November 14
Position:
Upper School Latin & Greek
Favorite Place to shop:
Trader Joe's
My favorite casual restaurant:
Applebee's
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Longhorn Steakhouse, Outback
Favorite Hot Drink:
White Mocha Latte
Favorite Cold Drink:
Coldbrew Iced Coffee
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Honey Roasted Nuts
Favorite Salty Snack:
Beef Jerky
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pecan
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Bonsai
Favorite Color:
Green
Favorite Animal:
Lion
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Fancy coffee/food
Favorite Author/Book:
G.K. Chesterton
Favorite Sports Teams:
Florida Gators
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
No
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Hobbies:
Running, Working out, Surfing
Do you collect anything?:
Old Latin Books
Michelle Schale
2nd Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Michelle Schale
Birthdate:
April 10
Position:
2nd Grade
Favorite Place to shop:
Home Depot and Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Gekos or Detwilers
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Anna Maria Oyster Bar or Owens Fish Camp
Favorite Hot Drink:
Coffee
Favorite Cold Drink:
Water
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Fruit or dark chocolate
Favorite Salty Snack:
Almonds
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pumpkin Cheesecake
Favorite Flower/Plant:
House plants
Favorite Color:
Green
Favorite Animal:
Elephant
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
wellnessrealmsrq.com Helps keep me healthy all year around!
Favorite Author/Book:
Erik Larson, Ruta Sepetys/History books
Do you have pets?:
Chickens
Hobbies:
Home improvements, camping, reading, and traveling
Do you collect anything?:
Books
Special Note:
I love everything sourdough!
Classroom Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/JOGEJ470MHPL/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_2
Amanda Schwartz
College & Career Councelor
These are a few of my favorite things....
Amanda Schwartz
Birthdate:
9/9
Position:
College & Career Councelor
My favorite casual restaurant:
Food and Beer
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Pacific Rim
Favorite Cold Drink:
iced coffee with cream no sugar or flavor
Favorite Sweet Snack:
anything with pumpkin
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
pumpkin or pecan
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Gerber Daisies
Favorite Color:
blue
Favorite Animal:
dogs
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
orders coconut cream pie
Favorite Author/Book:
Bible/Man’s Search For Meaning
Favorite Sports Teams:
bears and buccaneers
Do you have pets?:
a silkie yorkie
Aversions/Allergies:
no
Vegetarian/Vegan:
no
Monogram:
ADS
Mrs. Amy Shaw
Teacher's Aide
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Amy Shaw
Birthdate:
June 5th
Position:
Teacher's Aide
Favorite Place to shop:
Mae Reid and Marmalade
My favorite casual restaurant:
Owens Fish Camp
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Shore
Favorite Hot Drink:
Coconut milk matcha green tea
Favorite Cold Drink:
Sparkling water
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Pie
Favorite Salty Snack:
Pretzel
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pumpkin and pecan
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Peonies
Favorite Color:
White
Favorite Animal:
Cow
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Mountain air
Favorite Author/Book:
Elsie silver
Favorite Sports Teams:
Florida State
Do you have pets?:
Golden retriever, Charles Hank
Aversions/Allergies:
NA
Vegetarian/Vegan:
Dairy free
Monogram:
ASB
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
NA
Hobbies:
Hiking, adventuring, lake life, crafts, working out
Do you collect anything?:
Antiques
Mallie Shirk
Physical Education (Upper School)
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mallie Shirk
Birthdate:
01/30
Position:
Physical Education (Upper School)
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Walt’s Fish Camp
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Bonefish
Favorite Hot Drink:
Tumeric Latte
Favorite Cold Drink:
Spindrift
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Heavenly Hunk
Favorite Salty Snack:
Cashews
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pumpkin
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Succulents
Favorite Color:
Teal
Favorite Animal:
Dog
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Heavenly Hunks
Favorite Author/Book:
Kristen Hannah
Favorite Sports Teams:
Chicago Cubs
Do you have pets?:
Yes. 3 Dogs. 1 cat and 4 fish
Aversions/Allergies:
None
Vegetarian/Vegan:
Nope
Monogram:
MSA
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Nothing really
Hobbies:
Being outdoors, beach, paddleboarding, weightlifting
Do you collect anything?:
Mexican blankets
Special Note:
Thank you
Classroom Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WUA0PMJ50R6P?ref_=wl_share
Ms. Kathleen Sierra
Financial Aid & Scholarship Coordinator
These are a few of my favorite things....
Ms. Kathleen Sierra
Birthdate:
September 11th
Position:
Financial Aid & Scholarship Coordinator
Favorite Place to shop:
Target or Marshalls
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Selva Grill or Libby’s
Favorite Hot Drink:
Matcha
Favorite Cold Drink:
Matcha
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Fresh Kitchen Paleo Cookies
Favorite Salty Snack:
Salted Pecans
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Detwilers Blueberry Pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
White peonies, white lily’s or white roses
Favorite Color:
White
Favorite Animal:
Horses
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Massages
Favorite Author/Book:
Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers
Favorite Sports Teams:
N/A
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
Gluten
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
Don’t prefer them
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Journals
Hobbies:
Dancing, board games, watching sunsets
Do you collect anything?:
Sweet Candles (can’t get enough of them, I burn through them quickly$
Special Note:
I’m so grateful to be able to serve our families
Classroom Wish List:
For the front desk: cute faux plants for decor
Rebecca Sirek
Upper School
These are a few of my favorite things....
Rebecca Sirek
Birthdate:
April 24
Position:
Upper School
Favorite Place to shop:
Target, Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Fresh Kitchen
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Shore
Favorite Hot Drink:
caramel latte, herbal tea
Favorite Cold Drink:
sweet tea
Favorite Sweet Snack:
chocolate
Favorite Salty Snack:
tortilla chips
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pumpkin Pie
Favorite Color:
blue
Do you have pets?:
1 dog
Aversions/Allergies:
none
Vegetarian/Vegan:
no
Hobbies:
thrifting, beach
Allyson Smith
1st Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Allyson Smith
Birthdate:
August 25th
Favorite Place to shop:
American Eagle
My favorite casual restaurant:
Rice bowl
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Cheesecake Factory
Favorite Hot Drink:
Starbucks sweet apple cider
Favorite Cold Drink:
Starbucks pumpkin cold brew iced
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Cut and bake chocolate chip cookies
Favorite Salty Snack:
Baked cheetos
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
chocolate cream pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Sunflower/ yellow flowers
Favorite Color:
Yellow
Favorite Animal:
Butterfly
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Strawberry Shortcake
Favorite Sports Teams:
Chicago Bears
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
Pets, peanuts/tree nuts, saffron
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
ANS
Hobbies:
Singing, playing piano, going to the gym.
Jessica Smithson
Preschool Aide
These are a few of my favorite things....
Jessica Smithson
Birthdate:
October 20th
Position:
Preschool Aide
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon, Target, Marshall’s, Abercrombie
My favorite casual restaurant:
First Watch, Ed’s Tavern, Mizu Sushi
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Dry Dock, Osteria 500
Favorite Hot Drink:
Medicine Ball from Starbucks
Favorite Cold Drink:
Pellegrino sparkling water, Iced peach green tea from Starbucks
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Trader Joe’s Sun Butter cups, unsweetened dried mango, nut-free dark chocolate
Favorite Salty Snack:
Barnana plantain chips, Siete chips, Annie’s cheddar bunnies
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Tulips, hydrangeas, peonies
Favorite Color:
Periwinkle
Favorite Animal:
Turtle, elephant, giraffe
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Nails, spa, ice cream 🙂
Favorite Author/Book:
Colleen Hoover/Cook Books
Favorite Sports Teams:
TCA patriot’s, TB Buccaneers, USF Bulls,
Do you have pets?:
1 small dog
Aversions/Allergies:
Severe anaphylactic peanut & tree nut allergy
Monogram:
JPS
Hobbies:
Baking, cooking, working out, pickleball
Special Note:
I do not drink coffee:)
Classroom Wish List:
@ Ms. Missy’s wishlist 🙂
Brendan Sommers
Physical Education (K, 2nd, & 6th)
These are a few of my favorite things....
Brendan Sommers
Birthdate:
12/23
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Blaze Pizza
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Coopers Hawk
Favorite Hot Drink:
Chai Tea
Favorite Cold Drink:
Iced Chai Tea
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Reeces Cups
Favorite Salty Snack:
Takis
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Snake Plant
Favorite Color:
Black
Favorite Animal:
Elephant
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Ghost Energy Drinks
Favorite Author/Book:
Arnold Schwarzenegger
Favorite Sports Teams:
Buccaneers
Do you have pets?:
2 dogs, 1 cat
Aversions/Allergies:
None
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Hobbies:
Weightlifting, Basketball, Cars, Skateboarding, Skimboarding, Minibikes, Paddleboarding,
Do you collect anything?:
Weights
Classroom Wish List:
Half Squat Racks, Bumper Plates, Pin-Bearing Barbells
Mrs. Robin Sommers
Athletics Administrative Assistant
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Robin Sommers
Birthdate:
July 14
Position:
Athletics Administrative Assistant
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon, Target
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chick-Fil-A
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Cheesecake Factory
Favorite Hot Drink:
Hot Chocolate
Favorite Cold Drink:
Iced Chai Latte
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Milkshakes
Favorite Salty Snack:
Popcorners
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Raspberry Cream (Yoder's)
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Any indoor plant
Favorite Color:
Grey
Favorite Animal:
Dogs
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Nail wraps
Favorite Author/Book:
Jesus
Favorite Sports Teams:
Ohio State
Do you have pets?:
Yes
Aversions/Allergies:
Seafood
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
RSL
Hobbies:
Indoor Plants
Do you collect anything?:
Plants
Classroom Wish List:
Paper Mate Flair Pens
Mr. Rick Soucie
Upper School Dean
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mr. Rick Soucie
Birthdate:
January 27
Position:
Upper School Dean
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon, Goodwill Bookstore
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chick-fil-a, Culvers, Chipotle
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Bern's Steak House
Favorite Hot Drink:
Coffee
Favorite Cold Drink:
Coffee
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Dark chocolate
Favorite Salty Snack:
Beef jerky, nuts
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
All pie
Favorite Color:
Red, White, and Blue
Favorite Animal:
I'll eat any animal
Favorite Author/Book:
C.S. Lewis, George MacDonald, Jack London, Rafael Sabatini, Mark Twain
Favorite Sports Teams:
Go Navy!
Aversions/Allergies:
None
Vegetarian/Vegan:
(see favorite animal)
Monogram:
RIS
Classroom Wish List:
Amazon gift cards
Jamie Squire
4th Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Jamie Squire
Birthdate:
June 13
Position:
4th Grade
Favorite Place to shop:
TJ Maxx, Mission Thrift, Anthropologie
My favorite casual restaurant:
Of Kors Bakery, Station 400, Columbia
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Capital Grille, Selva Grill, Cooper's Hawk
Favorite Hot Drink:
Organic Herbal Teas
Favorite Cold Drink:
Kombucha
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Jealous Sweets Grizzly Bears
Favorite Salty Snack:
Peanut Butter Pretzels
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Apple Pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Succulents, English Roses, Wildflowers
Favorite Color:
Sparkly Pink and Gold
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Massages & Facials
Favorite Author/Book:
The Bible, Eric Metaxas, Brian Jacques
Aversions/Allergies:
Scented items - lotions, candles, diffusers, soaps, etc.
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Coffee Cards
Hobbies:
Reading, Gardening, Homesteading, & Sourdough
Do you collect anything?:
Books!
Classroom Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2Q7SUF8045GF1/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_2
Mr. Dominic Stevens
History (10th-12th)
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mr. Dominic Stevens
Birthdate:
September 11
Position:
History (10th-12th) & Drum Line
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Panera
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Indigenous
Favorite Hot Drink:
Hot chocolate
Favorite Cold Drink:
Fresh lemonade
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Oreos
Favorite Salty Snack:
Popcorn
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pecan
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Roses
Favorite Color:
Blue
Favorite Animal:
Dog
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
An Apple Product
Favorite Author/Book:
Max Hastings
Favorite Sports Teams:
Arsenal
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
Nope 🙂
Vegetarian/Vegan:
Yes - vegetarian
Monogram:
DTLS
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Mugs
Hobbies:
Soccer/Movies
Do you collect anything?:
No
Classroom Wish List:
Amazon Gift Cards for classroom posters.
Mrs. Ashley Tamburino
1st Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Ashley Tamburino
Birthdate:
November 30
Position:
1st Grade
Favorite Place to shop:
TJ Maxx, Amazon, Target
My favorite casual restaurant:
Fresh Kitchen
Favorite Hot Drink:
Caramel Macchiato
Favorite Cold Drink:
Poppi soda or Alani
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Any!
Favorite Salty Snack:
Popcorn
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Any house plant, succulent or orchid
Favorite Color:
Beige
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Pedicure
Aversions/Allergies:
None
Monogram:
ATK
Hobbies:
Traveling to Air BnBs and vacationing with family!
Special Note:
Thank you!
Mrs. Rachel Tarro
Receptionist
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Rachel Tarro
Birthdate:
February 9
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon, Marshall's, Target
My favorite casual restaurant:
Walt's, Remy's on Main, almost any seafood restaurant
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Almost any seafood restaurant
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Cantaloupe or honeydew
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Succulents, low maintenance plants
Favorite Color:
Pink, mint
Favorite Animal:
Cat
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Pedi/mani, massage
Favorite Author/Book:
Parenting, marriage, christian, non-fiction, inspirational
Favorite Sports Teams:
Patriots
Do you have pets?:
Yes cats
Aversions/Allergies:
Too many to list. I have a very limited list of safe foods.
Vegetarian/Vegan:
no
Monogram:
RNT
Hobbies:
I enjoy Organizing, traveling, the beach.
Do you collect anything?:
no
Special Note:
I love Joanna Gaines style. Chic farmhouse decor
Classroom Wish List:
Sharpie pens, sharpie markers, organizers
Ms. Charlene Tillman
Algebra 1
These are a few of my favorite things....
Ms. Charlene Tillman
Birthdate:
April 19
Favorite Place to shop:
Target
My favorite casual restaurant:
Olive Garden
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Cooper's Hawk
Favorite Hot Drink:
White Mocha (Hot)
Favorite Cold Drink:
Root Beer
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Ice Cream
Favorite Salty Snack:
Popcorn
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pecan
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Roses and Sunflowers
Favorite Color:
Teal
Favorite Animal:
Elephant
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Cheesecake
Favorite Author/Book:
Too many to list
Favorite Sports Teams:
Bucs
Do you have pets?:
Yes
Monogram:
CT
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Coffee cups
Hobbies:
Travel, camping, beach, performing arts shows
Do you collect anything?:
minimalist in the making, so not really
Kimberly Testa
Lower School Music
These are a few of my favorite things....
Kimberly Testa
Position:
Lower School Music
Mr. Andy Tucker
Director of Facilities
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mr. Andy Tucker
Birthdate:
February 4th
Position:
Director of Facilities
Favorite Place to shop:
Lowe's or Detwiler's
My favorite casual restaurant:
Applebee's
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Apollonia Grill
Favorite Hot Drink:
Black Coffee
Favorite Cold Drink:
Pina Colada
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Candied Pecans
Favorite Salty Snack:
Salted Pecans
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pecan pie or Pumpkin pie
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Hibiscus
Favorite Color:
Kelly Green
Favorite Animal:
Australian Shepherd
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
No Bake Cookies
Favorite Author/Book:
The Yearling by M.K. Rawlings
Favorite Sports Teams:
Green Bay Packers
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
Heights
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No Thank You
Monogram:
ADT
Hobbies:
Family time, reading, shooting range.
Do you collect anything?:
Friends, memories, tools.
Classroom Wish List:
Cordless DeWalt Tools, Pickup truck
Mrs. Sandra Tucker
Assistant Registrar
These are a few of my favorite things....
Mrs. Sandra Tucker
Birthdate:
April 22
Position:
Assistant Registrar
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon, Target
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chick-Fil-A, First Watch
Favorite fancy restaurant:
I'm always open to trying new things!
Favorite Hot Drink:
Black coffee (Cinnamon)
Favorite Cold Drink:
Ice Cold Water
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Chocolate with Hazelnuts
Favorite Salty Snack:
Popcorn & Macadamia Nuts
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Pumpkin
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Lilac
Favorite Color:
Cobalt Blue
Favorite Luxury/Indulgence/Treat:
Chocolate Shake
Favorite Author/Book:
Mere Christianity, Shepherding a Child's Heart
Do you have pets?:
No
Aversions/Allergies:
Gluten & Dairy
Vegetarian/Vegan:
No
Monogram:
STM
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Coffee Cups
Hobbies:
Reading, Camping, Games with the family
Do you collect anything?:
Books
Alexander Vanston
History (9th), Military Studies, Survival & Civility
These are a few of my favorite things....
Alexander Vanston
Birthdate:
July 17th
Favorite Place to shop:
Amazon
My favorite casual restaurant:
Columbia, Coopers Hawk
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Selva Grill
Favorite Hot Drink:
coffee (not Starbucks)
Favorite Sweet Snack:
dark chocolate, cookies, coconut
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
pumpkin
Favorite Flower/Plant:
bonsai or any indoor plant
Favorite Color:
earth tones
Favorite Author/Book:
historical biographies
Favorite Sports Teams:
none
Do you have pets?:
n/a
Aversions/Allergies:
none
Vegetarian/Vegan:
no
Monogram:
n/a
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Starbucks
Hobbies:
Jeeps
Do you collect anything?:
no
Ms. Stephanie Yoder
Preschool & Pre-K Dean
These are a few of my favorite things....
Ms. Stephanie Yoder
Birthdate:
January 23
Position:
Dean of Preschool & Pre-K - Preschool Teacher
Favorite Place to shop:
TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Kate Spade, Ross, Macy's
My favorite casual restaurant:
Anna's Deli, Chick fil A, Cracker Barrel, Longhorn, Blaze Pizza
Favorite fancy restaurant:
Brio, Venezia (St. Armand's Circle), Ruth's Chris
Favorite Hot Drink:
Black coffee (Americano or Pike's Place)
Favorite Cold Drink:
Polar flavored sparkling water or regular coke
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Nothing Bundt Cakes, dark chocolate
Favorite Salty Snack:
Auntie Annie's Pretzels
Favorite Flower/Plant:
Any colorful flower
Favorite Color:
Teal, shades of blue, magenta
Aversions/Allergies:
none
The gift you keep getting you have plenty of:
Nail salon cards
Hobbies:
Goodwill shopping
Do you collect anything?:
Pandora Charms
Special Note:
I don't drink wine or other alcoholic beverages
Classroom Wish List:
Amazon/Walmart giftcards
Jack Young
6th Grade
These are a few of my favorite things....
Jack Young
Birthdate:
March 20th
Favorite Place to shop:
Abercrombie or Target
My favorite casual restaurant:
Chick-Fil-A
Favorite fancy restaurant:
JPAN
Favorite Hot Drink:
Pumpkin Spice Latte
Favorite Cold Drink:
Chocolate milk
Favorite Sweet Snack:
Twix or Snickers
Favorite Salty Snack:
Trail mix
Favorite pie at Thanksgiving:
Apple
Favorite Color:
Blue
Favorite Animal:
Dog
Favorite Sports Teams:
Michigan Wolverines or Chicago Cubs
Do you have pets?:
My family has a dog
Hobbies:
Golf