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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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Charlie Danella
David Bynes
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Zakary Cushing
Teacher
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, Alaska
(2000) Bachelor of Arts, Yale University, New Haven, CT
(2007) Master of Fine Arts, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
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Laureen Johnson
Teacher
Mrs. Johnson comes to Tuller with a wealth of experience in early childhood development. During her 14 years in the childcare profession, she worked not only as a teacher, but served in the administrative sector as Assistant Director and Director. Previous places of employment include Kindercare and La Petite Academy. Mrs. Johnson is currently persuing her teacher certification.
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Scott Jones
Teacher
Mr. Jones, along with his two sons and wife come to Tuller with a passion for sharing the joy of singing a joyful song to our students. A Massachusetts native, Mr. Jones has eight years teaching in public, private, and Christian schools. Prior to moving to Tucson, he held a teacher’s certificate in music for grades K-8th in the state of Massachusetts. Mr. Jones is currently pursuing teaching certification for the state of Arizona. In addition, Mr. Jones will be completing his Masters of Music Education from Boston University, College of Fine Arts in spring of 2009.
Mr. Jones has also served as a professional organist/choir director for the past 15 years, and is currently employed as the Children/Youth Choir Director at Christ Church United Methodist in Tucson.
Education
High School Diploma, Gloucester High School, Gloucester, Massachusetts
(1989) Bachelor of Arts from Cornell University, College of Arts and Sciences
Master of Fine Arts, Music, from Boston University
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Jason Shorbe
Teacher
Mr. Shorbe, a Tucson native comes to Tuller School with a love of bringing Arizona History alive to students. Prior to becoming an educator, Mr. Shorbe spent three years in the US Army. His deployments include Croatia and Bosnia/Herzogovinia on peacekeeping missions. Following his service career, Mr. Shorbe was employed by the Education Department of Arizona Historical Society as an educator traveling the state teaching about Arizona’s history.
Currently, Mr. Shorbe is pursuing Masters in Education from NAU.
Mr. Shorbe is a proud father of two boys and one little girl. In addition to studying history and teaching, Mr. Shorbe loves to spend time with his wife and growing family.
Education
High School Diploma, Flowing Wells High School, Tucson, Arizona
Bachelor of Arts in History from University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona
Masters of Elementary Education from Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, Arizona
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Teacher
For over 30 years Mrs. Trader has been inspiring students with her music and diverse teaching methods. In addition to teaching, she has been a professional singer and actress for many years. Mrs. Trader is very involved with Sweet Adelines, International and has received the distinguished Sweet Adeline of the Year Award. In addition, she is working towards her director certification for the Sweet Adelines. Prior to coming to the Tuller Family, Mrs. Trader was employed with Kindercare and received the Teacher of the Year Award twice and also Employee of the Year.
Education
High School Diploma from Yuma Union High School in Yuma, AZ.
5 years course work in the following areas: Early Childhood Education, Music Education, Conducting, and Drama from the University of Arizona.
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Celeste Trimble
Teacher
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 from The Athenian School in Danville, CA
(1997) Bachelor of Arts from Mills college in Oakland, CA
MA in Book Arts from the Camberwell College of Art, The London Institute, in London, UK
MFA in Photography from the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ
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Sister Theresa Rose
Teacher
Sister Theresa Rose came back home to Tuller School in 2007. She has over 20 years of teaching experience. Specifically, Sister Theresa has teaching credentials from the states of California and Wisconsin. While working for the San Bernardino Probation Department, she received an award for excellence in teacher service, the first award given to anyone outside of probation employment.
Education
High School Diploma from Tuller High School
(1979) B.A. Liberal Arts from San Diego State University, California
(1980) M.A. Education from Harvard University Cambridge, Massachusetts
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Karl Trader
Assistant Head of School
Mr. Trader received his Bachelor’s Degree in Education from the University of Arizona and has almost forty years 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
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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Head of School
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 school’s director. 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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Rev. Sister Alicia Torres
Mother Superior
Originally from Wisconsin, Rev. Sister Alicia Torres has been at Tuller School since her senior year in High School. She earned her Masters in Education from the Tuller College in 1974 and has been teaching students for more than 40 years! 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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David Bynes
Spanish Teacher & Counselor
Mr. Bynes will be rejoining Tuller School this year part time. As an educator and therapist, he brings many different talents to our campus. He has worked with children professionally in the educational and mental health fields in Tucson for almost 20 years.
Education
(1990) B.A. in Education from University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona
(1997) Masters in Clinical Social Work from Arizona State
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