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Education
Doctor of Divinity- Theology, Thanology
Masters of Education- Counseling and Human Relations
Bachelors of Arts- Anthropology, Psychology, Sociology
Associates of Arts- Communications
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Additional Education
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor -certification
Behavioral Health Counselor and Clinical Liaison- certification
Electronics, physics, research- United States Navy- certifications
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Teaching License
Certified teacher - History, Government
Highly qualified - Math, Art, Engineering
SEI Certified
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Teaching Experience
10+ years teaching 6-12. Public, Charter and Private schools. 3rd year teaching at ACE Charter High School.

Educational Philosophy
I believe that all people can learn given the right opportunities, resources and understanding.

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Extension: 2012

Jennifer Fimbres has been teaching at ACE Charter High School since 2007, and has been an alternative high school teacher since 2003. She currently teaches Earth Science and Physical Science. Jennifer is also the curriculum coordinator and district testing coordinator for ACE. Science, school improvement and the use of data to achieve student academic success are passions of hers.

Jennifer graduated from the University of Arizona with a Bachelor in Science: Geosciences. She is a Highly Qualified teacher in both Earth Science and Chemistry. Jennifer is currently pursuing a Masters of Education from the University of Phoenix. Prior to becoming a teacher, Jennifer worked at the University of Arizona as a radiogenic isotope geochemistry technician.

Jennifer grew up in Northern Michigan and moved to Arizona in 1994. She is the proud mom of a 13 year old boy and 11 year old girl. Jennifer enjoys her pets, two dogs, two desert tortoises and a small parrot. She volunteers with the Arizona Greyhound Rescue and has fostered retired racing Greyhounds. When Jennifer does have free time, it is often spend outside, running with her dogs, gardening, hiking and camping. Jennifer enjoys doing Yoga and Tae Kwon Do. She is also a hockey fan.

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Extension: 3015

Greetings,

My name is Louis King and this is my second year of teaching mathematics at ACE. I currently teach Algebra, Algebra II, Geometry, AIMS Mathematics, and Workplace Skills.

I graduated Summa Cum Laude (4.0 G.P.A) from Northern Arizona University in 2006 earning my bachelor of arts in public agency service. I am a veteran student of computer assisted instruction having earned both my bachelor’s degree and teaching certificate through online coursework. I am currently pursuing a master’s degree in educational technology with an emphasis on e-learning from Northcentral University.

My interests include tennis, hiking, robotics, model painting, and anything to do with teaching mathematics. I am fascinated by the concept of online learning and curriculum development. I firmly believe that online instruction has and will continue to change education for the better enabling teachers to provide highly individualized instruction. I am committed to providing timely and effective individualized instruction to my students. I am also firmly committed to maintaining high standards for all my students.

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Steve Nekolek grew up in Yonkers, NY receiving his high school diploma from Saunders Trades and Technical H.S. in 1978. In 1983 he earned a B.A. degree in Political Science and Law from SUNY New Paltz, NY. After working in publishing for several years in Appleton, WI, Steve and his wife Laura relocated to Page, Arizona where he started several businesses including Western Graphics and Publishing which he ran for more than seven years. While living in Page, Steve was active in both the Page-Lake Powell Chamber of Commerce, and the Page Main Street downtown re-development program. In 2000, Steve moved to Flagstaff and began attending Northern Arizona University's teacher education program. After receiving his teaching certification, Steve moved his family to Tucson where he currently teaches social studies, economics, and criminal justice classes at ACE Charter High School. Additionally, Steve serves the community as an Arizona Ranger volunteer, and serves on the city of Tucson’s Citizens Police Advisory Review Board (CPARB).

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Extension: 2023

Charel Oliver is one of the English teachers at ACE Charter High School. She also teaches the ELD and Reading programs. Mrs. Oliver started teaching for ACE in 2007.

She began working in the Arizona school systems in 1979 as a purchase clerk. She has also worked as an Administrative Secretary/Bookkeeper and the Secretary of the Discipline and Attendance Offices at Casa Grande Union High School. After obtaining a BA degree in Secondary Education from Ottawa University, Mrs. Oliver earned a Master’s degree from Northern Arizona University.

Mrs. Oliver is married to her husband Frank and has two children and 6 grandchildren. Her hobbies are cooking, reading, gardening and traveling. She also has 2 cats who are very spoiled.

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Extension: 3302

Christina Paige is certified to teach secondary Science, Math, and English. She was an Army medic for 4 years before moving to Arizona and attending Pima Community College and the University of Phoenix.

I grew up in Washington, DC and I was lucky enough to have some wonderful teachers. By the time I was 15 I knew I wanted to be a teacher too. The only way to become like my three favorite instructors was to become triple-certified.

One of the things I like best about Youthworks is the agriculture program – my Earth Science and Biology students benefit from the crossover, and I get gardens and songbirds outside my door. I am developing a scholarship program with the Arizona Theatre Company so Youthworks students have the chance to see at least one play a year. My hobbies include reading science fiction and writing book reviews.

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Extension: 3010

My Qualifications--Bachelor's Degree in Political Science from the University of Arizona, Teaching Credentials from the University of Arizona.

I have over 10 years of teaching experience at ACE Charter High School. I am the current Social Studies Department Head. I was born and raised in Tucson, Arizona. My interests are football, basketball, baseball. I also enjoy playing in Chess Tournaments. I am close to my family and I like to spend time with friends. My favorite vacation spot is San Diego.

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Extension: 3008

Sonoma State College:
B. A. in Psychology
- Minors in Mathematics and Music

University of Arizona
M. Ed. in Special Education
- Minor in Reading

17 additional credits in math and other continuing education courses

Beth Ryan is in her third year at ACE Charter High School and has 15 classroom years teaching high school Mathematics, particularly Algebra and Geometry as well as many years of providing private math tutoring. Her background is also in the social services area in foster care and adoption as well as in behavioral mental health working with families. She truly enjoys working with the young adult population in all capacities but her true passion is teaching. Her desire is to see these students meet all their math requirements and, even more importantly, to help prepare them to be successful in achieving their life goals. Respect and caring is the cornerstone of her classroom. She maintains and requires behavior that is conducive to a positive learning environment.

Additionally, she has been happily married for thirty-four years and has three wonderful adult children and one precious granddaughter. She is active in her church and is an avid needle worker and crafter. She and her husband enjoy spending time together reading, watching movies and visiting with friends and family. They are enjoying this time of being empty-nesters.

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Extension: 2016

5th generation Tucsonan, but have lived in several states and in Milan, Italy.

Graduated from U of A, Spanish/Russian majors

5th Year Ed degree U of A, bilingual education

Attended: Rhode Island College, Texas Women’s University, Universidad Complutense de Madrid--Spain, St. Petersburg State University—Russia

Taught K-8, 1980-2002 TUSD

ACE:
2004 - 2006 AIMS prep
2007 - 2009 Tutoring LEP students, Art
2009 - present AIMS Critical Thinking

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Extension: 2010

Certification: AZ State Teaching Certificate

Attended: University of Arizona, Central Arizona College, and Northern Arizona University

Experience: taught various grades throughout the state, including Kindergarten, 2nd grade, 8th grade, GED, High School 9-12 grades, and Northland Pioneer College

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Extension: 2013

Fritz Steinke teaches Biology and Health at ACE Charter High School. He has been with the school since ACE opened. He worked with the alternative education program at Tucson Youth Development prior to that. He has over 20 years of teaching experience. Mr. Steinke graduated from California State University of Fullerton with a degree in chemistry and currently holds certification to teach science.

One of Mr. Steinke's hobbies is photography. He uses his skills to take pictures of the graduates when they complete their graduation requirements. He also takes pictures of some school events. Mr. Steinke also likes to hike and spend time in the great outdoors. He takes pictures of the beauty of nature while hiking to share with his students.