The 8th Grade Team

Beatriz
​Barnachia

English
Education: San Diego State University
​​Bachelor's Degree: English
Master's Degree: Education

Philosophy of Education: Every student has the potential to learn and excel. As an English teacher, I believe in making connections through literature in order to empower students to think critically. Students will have the opportunity to continue their development of oral and written language skills through on-going collaboration, a community of acceptance, and striving for excellence as life long learners.

Athena Manjarrez

U.S  History
​Education: University of California, Irvine
Bachelor's Degree: Comparative Culture
Master's Degree: Curriculum and Instruction

Philosophy of Education: All students will be challenged in their education given the skills to become life-long learners, given the support they need to fulfill their potential, and be active participants in the education they receive.

Laurie   Worthington

Math
Education: University of California, San Diego
Bachelor's Degree: Psychology
Master's Degree: Education

Philosophy of Education: I believe that every student can be a successful mathematician, given encouraagement, patience, and nurturing. Mathematics is highly relevant in today's society and, as such, is an essential part of a well-rounded education. It is my goal to make mathematics accessible to all my students through engaging lessons and real world applications.

Carmela Golden-Reyna

Science
Education: San Diego State University/ The University of Edinburgh
Bachelor's Degree:  Religious Studies
Master's Degree: Anthropology
Minor: Anthropology
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Philosophy of Education: I believe education is the great equalizer. Given a nurturing and challenging environment, all students are capable of learning and growing, and I am dedicated to providing the best environment for them to do so. Science should be fun and engaging and teach students about the world outside the classroom, not just as an educational tool, but so that they can take the best care of our planet and community.