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"... The high quality of her educators and the structured and self-paced lessons promote a consistent and solid foundation upon which further learning can easily build. Her exposure to and success in reading, science, physical education, music, and German are just a few of the year's highlights ... It has been a wonderful year! We highly recommend Abbie Loveland Tuller School ..." - Chris and Stephanie Stasik, parents of Samantha - kindergarten (4/30/09) ***
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| Rev. Mother Alicia Torressisteralicia@tullerschool.com |
Originally from Wisconsin, Rev. Mother Alicia Torres has been at Tuller School since her senior year in High School. She earned her Master’s Degree in Education from the Tuller College in 1974 and has taught for more than 40 years! She is now retired but is still in the office daily. Her dedication to the Community and school has proven fruitful for the school as it continues to flourish in its 83rd year. |
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Nannette Akins
Head of School
nakins@tullerschool.com
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Mrs. Akins along with her sisters, Onolee and the deceased Rev. Mother Mary Louise graduated from Tuller School and Tuller College. Following her education, she moved to Alaska and resided there for more than 20 years. Mrs. Akins found her way back to Tuller as the accountant and her position evolved into becoming the Head of School. Her previous careers include: an accountant, small business manager, and small business owner. In addition to her professional achievements, Mrs. Akins is the proud mother of her son, Tuller alumnus Weston. She also enjoys participating in the following community organizations: Aids Foundation, American Diabetes Association, and the Arizona Episcopal Schools Foundation. Mrs. Akins is an Associate member of the Community of the Teachers of the Children of God.
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Karl Trader
Assistant Head of School
ktrader@tullerschool.com
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Mr. Trader received his Bachelor’s Degree in Education from the University of Arizona and has almost forty years of experience in education. His public school experience has included Kindergarten through grade 6, including an assignment as an Elementary Music Specialist. He has taught theatre arts and Folk Dance at the Community College level and was employed as a lecturer for U of A Extension Services. He has completed postgraduate course work in education and performing arts, and has been issued teacher certification in Arizona, Michigan, and Minnesota. Mr. Trader has received specialized training from Spalding Education International, which “places special emphasis on the techniques for teaching the logic and consistency of the English language as well as techniques for teaching spelling with an introduction to writing and comprehension as set forth in the Spalding Method”. Mr. Trader has also been trained in the use of Lee Canter’s Assertive Discipline, certified as an Active Parenting Leader, and has been awarded a certificate as a Teacher of the Tuller Method. In 1996 he was nominated as a candidate for Yuma County Teacher of the Year. Mr. Trader first taught at Tuller School in 1976. Before his most recent return to Tuller School, Mr. Trader was employed with the Healthy Families Program of Arizona where he worked with at risk families in the areas of child development and parenting skills awareness. Mr. Trader is an Associate member of the Community of the Teachers of the Children of God.
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Onolee Hopkins
Office Manager
ohopkins@tullerschool.com
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Mrs. Hopkins performs essential administrative tasks that allow our school to run efficiently. She grew up as a "Tuller Angel" when the school was still operating a boarding school along with her sisters Nannette and Rev. Mother Mary Louise (deceased). Prior to becoming Tuller’s office manager, Mrs. Hopkins served as a bank teller and secretary. In addition to her high school diploma from Tuller School, Mrs. Hopkins completed business school courses. |
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Zakary Cushing
Teacher 4th – 8th (Science)zcushing@tullerschool.com
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Mr. Cushing comes all the way from Homer, Alaska. He has been teaching for eight years and in his spare time is a practicing visual artist. Previous careers include: commercial fishing, assisted living in the mental health field, and bicycle courier. In addition, Mr. Cushing enjoys volunteering for youth theater programs and the Special Olympics.
Education
High School Diploma, Homer High School, Homer, AK (2000)
Bachelor of Arts, Yale University, New Haven, CT (2007)
Master of Fine Arts, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
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Jennifer Delgado
Teacher – 2nd
jdelgado@tullerschool.com
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Ethel Huerta
Teacher (Spanish)
ehuerta@tullerschool.com
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Miss Huerta, an Arizona native comes to Tuller School after recently graduating from the College of Education at the University of Arizona. She recently taught K-5 art at an extended day program at Davis Bilingual School and preschool during the summer. As a native Spanish speaker, Miss Huerta enjoys in sharing her culture, inspiring students to learn Spanish, and fostering a child’s confidence. In her spare time, Miss Huerta enjoys spending time with family and friends. Miss Huerta feels extremely fortunate to have found a group of dedicated teachers that share her professionalism and ideals in education.
Education
Nogales High School, Nogales, AZ (2005)
Associate Degree in Liberal Arts, Pima Community College, Tucson, AZ (2005-2009)
Bachelor of Art in Early Childhood Education, Bilingual/Bicultural Teaching Minor, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ (2011)
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Dr. Marvin Gladney
Teacher 4th – 8th (Social Studies)mgladney@tullerschool.com
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Dr. Marvin Gladney is a native of Chicago and has lived in Tucson for 4 years. He is a graduate of Chicago State University and holds a doctorate from the University of Denver's Creative Writing Program. He has taught a diverse range of subjects including literature, creative writing, media studies, mathematics and tennis. A published poet and essayist, Gladney enjoys immensely working with students and assisting them in reaching their fullest potential. In his spare time, Mr. Gladney enjoys spending time with family and mountain biking the trails found across beautiful southern Arizona.
Education
High School Diploma, Kenwood Academy, Chicago, IL
Bachelor of Arts in History, Chicago State University, Chicago, IL
Masters of Arts in Literature, Chicago State University, Chicago IL
Ph.D Literature/Creative Writing, University of Denver, Denver, CO
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Robert Hill
Teacher 4th – 8th (Writing) rhill@tullerschool.com
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A native of the great state of Ohio, Mr. Hill comes to Tuller after teaching high school Language Arts in the Tucson Unified School District for five years. A published author of two supernatural mystery novels, Hill has a passion for storytelling and helping to mold young minds. He has lived in Alaska and New York City, worked for MTV, traveled with a rhythm and blues band, played for a national championship high school football team, and was an All-American football player in college. Mr. Hill has been happily married for nineteen years and is the proud father of a brilliant ten year old boy and a talented six year old girl.
Education
HS Diploma, Archbishop Moeller High School , Cincinnati, OH (1982)
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, Ohio Wesleyan University, Delaware, OH (1986)
Masters of Art, English Literature, Xavier University, Cincinnati, OH (1997)
Teacher Certification/Secondary English, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ (2000)
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Katsi Powless
Teacher 4th – 8th (Social Studies)
kpowless@tullerschool.com
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Sister Theresa Rose
Teacher - 3rd sistertheresarose@tullerschool.com
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Sister Theresa Rose has come back to Tuller School where her dream of teaching began. She is originally from Green Bay, Wisconsin. She has over 30 years of teaching experience from Pre-K through adult education. She graduated from Tuller High School, and went on to pursue her dream of teaching. Her first stop in education was a San Diego State University, where she was the President of the student body for the American Indian Studies Department. As a full blood member of the Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin, Sister Theresa Rose was able to receive a scholarship to pay for her acceptance into the Master’s degree program at Harvard University. After her formal education was complete she taught in California for a number of years in the public school system. She went on to work for the San Bernardino Probation Department, where she received an award for excellence in teacher service, the first award given to anyone outside of probation employment. Sister Theresa Rose made her way back home to Wisconsin where she was fortunate to be a part of establishing the first Oneida Nation High School, as a Social Studies teacher. Her teaching career has come full circle… bringing her back here to Tuller School where she hopes to pass on the joy of education. Sister Theresa Rose also has a daughter, Katsitsyahawe, whom she enjoys spending free time with. Sister’s passion for education rubbed off on her daughter as well, as she recently graduated with a degree in education also.
Education
High School Diploma from Tuller High School
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts, San Diego State University, CA (1979)
Masters of Education, Harvard University Cambridge, MA (1980)
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Celeste Trimble
Teacher – 4th – 8th (Reading)ctrimble@tullerschool.com
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Ms. Trimble comes to Tuller with great enthusiasm to teach children the joys of reading, artistic expression, and music. She studied "The Book: Its History, Culture, and Creative Form" in college and minored in music. In addition, Ms. Trimble’s other passion includes photography. She has taught photography at the University of Arizona and is a photographer on the weekends for special occasions.
Education
High School Diploma, The Athenian School in Danville, CA
Bachelor of Art, Mills college in Oakland, CA (1997)
Masters of Art in Book Arts, Camberwell College of Art, The London Institute, London, UK
MFA in Photography from the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ
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Stephen Wollerman
Teacher – 4th – 8th (Math)swollerman@tullerschool.com
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