Enrichment Specialists

Akiko Arevolo – Science

Mrs. Arevalo joined Marquez in 2007 as a Kindergarten teacher. From 2009, instead of teaching only one Kindergarten class, all of the Kindergarten children, 2nd and 4th grades now benefit from her focused science classes. Prior to teaching, Mrs. Arevalo worked as a production manager at a clothing manufacturing company for ten years before returning to school to pursue a career in teaching. She earned her B.A. and teaching credential at Cal State Northridge. She even did some of her training in 3rd Grade at Marquez! Mrs. Arevalo has two children of her own and has found motherhood to be an excellent resource for teaching. She truly enjoys working with the children of Marquez and their wonderfully helpful parents, and looks forward to seeing “her kids” learn and grow throughout their years at Marquez.

Bob Harrison – Music (in classroom)

Chris Keene

1st Semester Theatre Enrichment

Jacob Dubois – IT

Kathy Lawenda – Art & Room 37 Instructional Aide

Lise Borja – Day Playground Supervisor

Lise essential role is implemented in a watchful and caring manor. Her approach with children is effortless and they enjoy being with her.

Pieter Wool/Loring – Art (Rm 20) Gds 1, 3 & 5 & Room 27 Instructional Aide

Shahmyl Day – PE Coach

This man is amazing. His communication and organisation skills will make fine sports players out of our children. PE offers teachers the chance to meet and plan at grade level or do half group enrichments. And PE offers our children exercise and skills to improve their dexterity and manoverabilty.

Michael Spector

Music Enrichement, Monday’s

Nicole Currie

2nd Semester Dance Enrichement

Penny Watkins – Library Aide

Penny will be managing our school library and providing enrichment to our students. Ms. Watkins comes to us having served more than 18 years in library services. Ms. Watkins began her career as a committed volunteer, organizing the library and providing students access to great enjoyment of the written word in great books and other resources. When not at work, Ms. Watkins enjoys spending time with her family and reading to her grandchild.