Itz, Nicole

Nicole Itz is a veterinary professional with over eighteen years of experience in both general practice and emergency veterinary settings. Her background includes comprehensive patient care, clinical procedures, and laboratory diagnostics. Nicole worked as a Veterinary Technician at Parkway Veterinary Clinic, where she supported surgeries, monitored patients, and performed diagnostic testing. She also served as … Read more

Enrich, Liza

Liza Enrich is an experienced chemistry educator with over fifteen years of teaching experience in public, charter, and international schools. Liza has taught a range of chemistry courses, including AP and IB levels, and has developed rigorous, inquiry-based curricula that emphasize critical thinking and problem solving. She holds teaching licenses in Maryland and Washington DC … Read more

Sparks, Katherine

Katherine Sparks brings a strong background in microbiology and laboratory science, along with a passion for teaching students how science works in real-world settings. Katherine worked as a Senior Biologist at the American Type Culture Collection and as a Bacteriologist at Pace Analytical Services where she performed advanced techniques such as DNA extraction, PCR, microbial … Read more

Nowak, Jenlene

Jenlene Nowak, known as “Mizz Mozaic” has more than twenty years of experience in mosaic art and instruction. She first discovered mosaics, quickly developed a passion for the craft, and began working at a make-your-own crafting store, where she advanced to manager by 2002. During that time, she taught classes through the store as well … Read more

Fitzpatrick, Kate

Kate Fitzpatrick is a professional French horn performer and educator with more than 20 years of experience teaching musicians of all levels, from beginners to collegiate players. She previously held the role of Principal Horn of the U.S. Air Force Band for 24 years, the only woman to hold the title in the band’s 84-year … Read more

Conradt, Heidi

Heidi Conradt is a former special education teacher and school counselor with more than two decades of service supporting learners with diverse needs. She holds a BS in Special Education, a Master’s degree in Educational Psychology, and a School Psychology Specialist Certificate, all from Brigham Young University. Heidi began her career as a school psychologist, … Read more

Daines, Hunter

Hunter Daines is a Latin tutor and classicist who earned a Bachelor’s degree in History with a concentration in Ancient Languages from Brigham Young University. He has a passion for translating historical texts from ancient languages, particularly Greek, Latin, and Hebrew, which he studied at the college level. He has expanded his linguistic interests through … Read more

Deason, Carole

Carole Deason is a dedicated educator with decades of experience working with children and adults in a variety of instructional settings. She has a robust background in international education and training. Carole worked for Fairfax County Public Schools for the last ten years, where she taught Language Arts with a focus on ESOL students. She … Read more

Worrell, Louisa

Louisa Worrell is an experienced early childhood education specialist with over two decades of career experience in corporate and private sectors of education. She has spent years designing and curating a comprehensive, play-based curriculum that aligns with preschool aged children’s interests and developmental stages. Louisa’s curriculum draws influence from a variety of styles, incorporating STREAMIN3 … Read more

Shock, Dr. Steffany

Dr. Staffany Shock is a an experienced instructor in violin and viola. She has taught at the the Harmonia School of Music and Art in Vienna and at the Shenandoah Valley Preparatory Music Program in Harrisonburg, VA, since 2015. Professionally Steffany performs with the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra, the Huntington Symphony Orchestra, and the Paragon Philharmonia. … Read more