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America is thrilled to be starting her first year with Heritage. With seven years of experience in office administration, she has worked as both a front office receptionist and registrar in a charter school setting. In her free time, America enjoys spending time with her family. She is the oldest of five siblings and has a three-year-old nephew. America is also a food enthusiast who loves trying new dishes and exploring our beautiful state while traveling and camping.
Mr. Conti is excited to continue the journey of teaching the importance of history to young minds at Heritage. This is his fifth year teaching and his second with Heritage. Born and raised here in Phoenix, Mr. Conti first attended Paradise Valley Community College where he received an Associates of Fine Arts before transferring to Arizona State University where he earned a Bachelor of Science focusing on Political Science, Communications and History. When not in the classroom, he can be found at one of the many Phoenix parks playing disc golf, attending concerts, as well as many other activities that can be found locally.
Carolina Correa
¡HOLA! I was born and raised in Managua, Nicaragua. I have two handsome sons and two beautiful daughters. We love to travel as a family and to visit new local places. I have a great passion for languages. Although, I only speak Spanish and English, and just greetings in Portuguese, French and Italian (Languages with Latin roots). I have completed an AA in Psychology at Glendale Community College. I am currently taking classes at the Miguel de Cervantes University of Spain through ELE International, (Online). I will be finishing my master’s as a Spanish Teacher in 2027. Before becoming a full-time teacher, I used to teach Spanish private classes to high school students for five years. This will be my 10th year of teaching as a full-time teacher; teaching Spanish I through Spanish IV, AP Spanish Language and Culture and this will be my first year teaching Latin II. I really enjoy teaching but I especially love teaching high school students. I have witnessed my students’ growth and potential over these past years. I am ready to teach my scholars not only the Spanish or the latin languages but also to help them discover the best that they have within themselves.
Mrs. Curfew was born and raised in Phoenix, AZ. She received her BA in Secondary Education specializing in math from ASU, Master’s in Secondary Education from GCU, and has her Master’s certificate in content area instruction for math. During the past 16 years in the 4 schools she has worked at, she has taught Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Precalculus, Statistics, and AP Calculus AB along with an elective of Marketing. Currently, she is teaching Algebra 2, Statistics, Precalculus, and Keyboarding/Study Skills.
While not teaching, Mrs. Curfew enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, and (so far) 2 dogs. Some of her favorite things include otters and all things Disney.
My academic background is in electrical engineering, for which I received my bachelor’s and master’s degree from the University of Texas at El Paso. I devoted four years of my graduate studies researching semiconductor material and their application to next-generation solar cells; two of those years were spent at Arizona State University. Along with my graduate research, I was employed for over two years as a teaching assistant for a junior level semiconductor device physics course. The 2024 / 2025 school year will be my second year in full time teaching with Heritage Academy, and I look forward to continuing bringing my heavily-based STEM background to my students. When not teaching in the classroom, you can find me practicing my novice cooking skills, playing guitar and songwriting, listening to music, and spending way too much money at a nearby Zia Records store.
Mrs. Ashley Green is a fifth generation native of Arizona. She was raised in Glendale and currently resides in New River with her Husband Bryan, two sons, Hudson and Easton and their dog Bizzy. Ashley studied dance at Arizona State University and received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Education from Ottawa University and is certified to teach PreK-12. Mrs. Green has taught secondary dance in public school for 14 years and has taught post-secondary at Scottsdale Community College. Throughout her time in education she was the Department Chair of Performing Arts, an active member in Professional Learning Community and the recipient of Arizona Dance/PE Teacher of the year. Mrs. Green has enjoyed the opportunity to manage well over 30 productions, performances and recruitment tours on and off campus. Ashley is also entering her 10th season with an Arizona based dance company, The Parking Lot Project. She has performed with them in several festivals throughout the valley. In her spare time you can find her on a golf course or a Pickleball court. Some say she is competitive to a fault. Ashley Green has a passion for Dance and Theatre but loves most of all teaching young scholars how to move and be confident on and off the stage.
I received my B.A. in English Literature from Occidental College in Los Angeles and a master’s from the University of York in England. I’ve been in education for 18 years, most of that time in 7th grade English, but I’ve also taught various subjects in 1st, 4th, 6th, and 8th grades. Additionally, I’ve spent time working in special education and instructional coaching. Before having a stroke in 2018, I coached JH track and field and directed JH theater performances as well. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my large family, reading, doing jigsaw puzzles, and binge watching true crime tv.
I was born in Phoenix, where I lived until my family moved to Ohio when I was in middle school. (I still regard myself as a Midwestern/Arizonan hybrid, which is a fairly common breed out here.) After high school, I acquired my Bachelor’s Degree in History from Bowling Green State University in western Ohio. A few years later, I finally made the decision to teach, and earned my MA in Education from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. I have taught History (US and World), American Government, and Geography in Catholic schools, private schools, charter schools, and public schools, in Ohio, Michigan, and out here in Arizona. A confluence of circumstances saw a whole new generation of my family move west in 2006. These past many years in the Valley of the Sun have helped me grow into a more thoughtful and passionate educator, and I am committed to the academic and social well-being of all the young people in my family and in my classroom.
I’m a certified English teacher here at Heritage Academy Pointe. This year will be my 10th year of teaching, and I’m looking forward to making it my best yet! I believe in the power of reading and writing to elevate human intelligence and character to its fullest potential. I’ve taught English in South America, Philadelphia and Phoenix! I grew up in New Jersey, and I am an alumnus of The College of New Jersey. My wife Dana and I have three rescued dogs, and we also foster dogs! I enjoy nature, fishing, and making music.
This year marks my eleventh year in education. I earned my bachelor’s degree in education from Arizona State University in 2013. My first years in the classroom, I taught fifth grade. After five years as a fifth-grade teacher, I transitioned to teaching eighth grade English. I am always looking forward to learning and furthering my education. Currently, I am working on my master’s degree in education administration from The University of Phoenix. I am excited to be teaching at Heritage this year. I am ready to challenge our scholars and excited to see them grow academically.
I am an Arizona native who has lived all over the state of AZ due to my dads work and even through the heat, I love it here!! I recently married my High School sweetheart and we are enjoying life with our two dogs! This is my 3rd year in Education as well as being at Heritage. Before joining the new Pointe campus I taught at the Laven campus (Algebra 1 & 2). This will be my first year as an Athletic Director and I am super excited to build our Athletic programs as we start this new chapter here at Pointe! I have a love for athletics and how sports can positively impact the lives of our youth. When I am not at work you can find me watching Netflix with my Dogs or planning my next vacation!
My name is Ms. Perez! I was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. I’m a Heritage Academy alumni from the Laveen campus. I’m attending Glendale Community College; where I plan on receiving my Bachelor’s in Elementary Education and Special Education.
Throughout high school, I was in the chamber choir, and chamber band, as well as participated in our school musicals. I love to sing and play the clarinet, alto saxophone, piano, and bass.
Last year was my first year teaching and I loved every moment of it. Music class is a safe space, and I love getting myself and my scholars out of our comfort boxes. I believe EVERYONE can create music, we just have to find our rhythm.
In my free time, you can find me playing volleyball, singing, making music, baking, or hanging out with my family and friends.
Ms. Randle has been teaching for 12 years. She is an Arizona native and attended ASU for her BA. in Education, and GCU for her M.A. in Education as well. She has been teaching high school math since 2019, after many years of teaching at the elementary level. In addition to teaching, Ms. Randle has experience as an instructional coach and support teacher. In her free time, she enjoys playing with her dog and spending time with her family.
Hello, Heritage families! My name is Mrs. Ruiz, and I am so excited to be joining
Heritage Academy this year. I have spent a big part of my life in Arizona where I met
my husband and where our son was born. However, I attended college in California
where I received a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Performance and a Minor in Theatre.
I have been in education for about 10 years, initially as a music camp counselor and
teacher in college before becoming a teacher for private lessons and a choir director,
as well as being a teacher’s aide for elementary school. I also served as the Office
Manager for the Music Department. Since graduation I have coached volleyball and
taught K-8 General Music, Middle School Social Studies and Government, and 5 th & 6th Grade Science. In my 10 years, I have also been blessed to have been a part of
planning and leadership teams. I believe strongly in the impact we can have in our
student’s lives and do my best every day to make sure it has a positive impact. Outside of
work I like to travel, hike, play volleyball, read, attend live shows, and workout at the
gym.
Hello! I am Ms. Strehl and this will be my first year at Heritage Academy Pointe teaching Science. I previously taught a college biology lab as a Teaching Assistant at Eastern Illinois University. I have my Bachelor’s of Animal Science from Illinois State University and my Masters of Biology from EIU where I studied pathogens in Virginia opossums. I recently moved here from the Chicago area. I love to hike, snowboard, travel, and hang out with my 3 cats. I am excited to be a part of Heritage and to share my passion with others!
Ms. Villa is a Heritage Academy alumni who was born and raised in Arizona. Through Arizona State University, Ms. Villa has earned her Bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Secondary Education. In the future, she hopes to pursue her Master’s in Educational Psychology. Ms. Villa has been in Education since she was 19 years old and has hopes of becoming a Principal before turning 30! Outside of Heritage, you can find Ms. Villa spending lots of time with her family and dog Lily! As a Cancer sign, spending time in any body of water is Ms. Villa’s #1 favorite pass time to-date!
