Hi, my name is Destiny Lugo and I’m excited to be a 5th grade teacher at Pioneer Elementary for the 23-24 school year. I have been in the teaching field for 4 years but working with children all my life. My reason behind what I do is to allow children the opportunity to achieve rigorous learning by defining their strengths and weaknesses to achieve their goals inside and outside the classroom. I look forward to having a productive & fun school year and getting toknow each one of you. I hold a Bachelor's Degree from Benedict College and Masters Degree from Alder Graduate School. I am a mother to a handsome 2 yr old boy. My hobbies are Painting, Cosmetology, Video Editing, Photography & relaxing near the water. My favorite quote: If you change the way you look at things, thethings you look at change -Wayne Dyer

 

Email: destiny.lugo@trusd.net

 

 

Hi there! My name is Jen Webber and I will be joining the Pioneer team as the 5/6 combo teacher this year! In elementary school I wasin a 5/6 combo class myself, so I know how great they can be! I was born and raised in a little town called Windsor in Sonoma County, CA. I attended Sacramento State (go Hornets!) for my undergrad and went to UC Davis for my teaching credential. I also studied abroad at a university in Chile for a year, and I am bilingual in Spanish. I currently live in the Arden area with my partner and our two cats, Kobe and Korra. In my free time I love to read (especially science fiction & fantasy), dance, spend time with friends and family, and watch true crime documentaries. I’m so excited to be a Pioneer Panther and I can’t wait to share my love of learning with my students!

 

Email: jennifer.webber@trusd.net

 

 

My name is Megan Barr, and this will be my 19th year in the classroom. I have also worked as an administrator, and also in a science museum, which was super cool. During non-work times, my husband, son, and I like to explore beaches, rivers, and lakes. We almost always take our dog, Bailey, with us. At home, I am enjoying reading, watching too much tv, and learning how to garden. Teaching is my passion and I look forward to meeting my students, creating a safe and welcoming classroom, and having some fun while learning. I believe in group work, focusing on *how* we know something, and celebrating successes. Stop by Room 23 and say hi!

 

Email: megan.barr@trusd.net

 

 

Hello everyone! My name is Julie Ann Marie Gavin, and I am thrilled to be part of this amazing team here at Pioneer as a 6th grade teacher, and I can't wait to embark on this exciting journey with my students.Teaching has always been my true calling. I have a deep passion for education and a strong desire to make a positive impact on young minds. I believe that education is the key to unlocking the potential within each student and empowering them to become lifelong learners. As for my background, I went to California State University, Sacramento where I received my Bachelor’s degree and teaching credential. I am also continuing with my Master’s in Education. I was born and raised in the Philippines and migrated to the USA in the year of 2006; that being said, I am bilingual and speak “Tagalog”. Outside of school, I am literally a homebody who loves to spend time with my husband and our cat Toby” and on vacation, I visit my family in LA (I value my family a lot!). I look forward to meeting you all and to an exciting year! Cheers!

 

Email: julie.gavin@trusd.net

 

 

Email: amy.christensen@trusd.net