Our Staff

Our team of educators is thrilled to be a part of this exciting first chapter of your child’s education. We truly care about the students in our charge and are here to help them reach their goals every step of the way. If you have questions or concerns about your child’s education, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

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  • Feldstein Heidi
    Heidi Feldstein Teacher Send message »

    Education
    MA in special education

    Experience
    This is my 14th year with Fowler School District, but I've be teaching for 20 years in the Arizona Public School system.

    Why I Teach
    I love teaching preschool! My students are enthusiastic about discovering their world, and their sense of wonder never ceases to amaze me. I hope that all of my students find their days at preschool filled with this same wonder and joy and that I can help instill within them a love of learning that will follow them throughout their lives.

    Heidi Feldstein
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  • Zavala Natalie
    Natalie Zavala Teacher Send message »

    Education
    MA in special education

    Experience
    I have six years of experience.

    Why I Teach
    I teach to make a difference in the world. I love working with my students and providing an environment that not only meets their needs but helps them feel safe and supported.

    Natalie Zavala

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  • Andrade Gretta
    Gretta Andrade DMLCCC Head Start 4s Teacher Send message »

    Education
    AAS in early childhood education, BA in human services

    Experience
    I have been working with children for 20 years.

    Why I Teach
    I teach to make a difference. As an early childhood educator, I have the ability to introduce concepts to young children in fun and creative ways that create a lifetime love of learning. I love that my job allows me to motivate the next generation to continue their education.

    Gretta Andrade
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  • Gaspar Brianna
    Brianna Gaspar Fowler Elementary Head Start Teacher Send message »

    Education
    Working towards BA in early childhood education

    Experience
    I have five years of experience.

    Why I Teach
    I enjoy working with Head Start students and love seeing that "light bulb moment" when they make a connection to what they're learning. Learning through play is the best type of learning!

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  • Hernandez Elizabeth
    Elizabeth Hernandez Tuscano Elementary Head Start Teacher Send message »

    Education
    Working towards an MA in early childhood special education

    Experience
    I began my Head Start career as a parent volunteer in 1987 when my oldest child was a Head Start student. I so loved the program that I began working as an assistant teacher before advancing to lead teacher. Twenty-four years later, I am now a certified teacher through the state of Arizona and have been at DMLCCC for the last six years.

    Elizabeth Hernandez
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  • Hernandez Maria Cathy
    Maria Cathy Hernandez Fowler Elementary Head Start Teacher Send message »

    Experience
    I taught preschool in Idaho for three years before becoming an instructional assistant for special education. I then joined the team at the Fowler School District, where I finished my degree and received my teaching certificate. I am now a certified Head Start teacher at the Fowler Head Start Program site.

    Why I Teach
    I am excited to provide students with a positive learning environment to facilitate their academic, personal, social, and intellectual development. I love working with three-to five-year-olds, encouraging them to become life-long learners.

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  • Kanawaty Rosemary
    Rosemary Kanawaty Fowler Head Start Teacher Send message »

    Education
    MA in special education with an emphasis in early childhood

    Experience
    With over 20 years of teaching experience, I've found my home at Fowler Head Start and have been in the classroom here for the last four years.

    Why I Teach
    I love being an educator and working with children and their families. I enjoy making a difference in their lives and helping them to grow and develop as individuals. To make sure I'm giving my best to each student, I participate in a variety of early childhood education workshops and training.

    Rosemary Kanawaty
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  • Lewis Vilma
    Vilma Lewis Sunridge Elementary Head Start Teacher Send message »

    Experience
    I've been teaching Head Start for many years—the last five with Fowler School District. I'm happy to have found a home at the Sunridge Elementary Head Start site.

    Vilma Lewis
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  • Mata Sandra
    Sandra Mata Head Start Assistant Director Send message »

    Education
    BA in early childhood, MA in special education

    Experience
    I have 20 years of experience.

    Why I Teach
    Helping children grow and learn through experiences has always been my passion! Children are sponges, and our Reggio Emilia-inspired program at Head Start provides children with the opportunities they need to thrive.

    Sandra Mata
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  • Norman Cynthia
    Cynthia Norman Sunridge Elementary Head Start Teacher Send message »

    Education
    MA in early childhood education

    Experience
    I have had ten years with Head Start, seven years at Fowler School District. Prior to becoming a preschool teacher, I taught kindergarten at a Phoenix-area charter school.

    Why I Teach
    I have a passion for working with young children and love being a Head Start teacher! It is always exciting to come to work and help my students learn through investigation and discovery.

    Cynthia Norman
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  • Watson Angela
    Angela Watson DMLCCC Head Start 3s Teacher Send message »

    Education
    BS in conservation biology, BA in elementary education, MA in early childhood special education

    Experience
    With 20 years of early-education experience, I have taught preschool through second grade, spending seven years at Reggio Emilia Parochial Schools. I moved to Arizona in 2009 and found a home with the Fowler Head Start program. I'm so happy to be a part of the DMLCCC family.

    Why I Teach
    I teach to plant seeds and grow ideas. I love to watch children learn and grow in their understanding of educational and life concepts. I believe in constructivist learning, which means my job is a "guide on the side." I help children explore their interests and nurture their ability to learn.

    Angela Watson