Heritage Academy
Children are a heritage from the Lord... Psalm 127:3
Principal
1st and 2nd Grade
University of Redlands - BA in Psychology and Speech Therapy
San Jose State University - California Lifetime Teaching Credential
ACSI Administrators Credential
Public and Christian schools (grades 2-5) – 12 years
The King's Academy (World History 7th and 10th, English 7th and 10th, Psychology, Senior Bible, Yearbook, Mentor Teacher, 6th grade Vice Principal) - 17 years
Clif and I have been married for 33 years and have 3 grown daughters, 3 son-in-laws, and 5 grandchildren. We have attended Abundant Life Christian Fellowship for 14 years. Clif has been with Young Life for 39 years and is presently the Regional Director for Asia.
5th and 6th Grade
George Fox University BA Elementary Education
San Jose State University MA K-12 Administration and Supervision
California Clear Multiple Subject Credential
California Tier 1 Administration Credential
Oregon Tier 1 (5-9) Middle School Credential
Public and Private Christian education (Grades 5-8) 9 years
The King’s Academy (Grades 6,8) 6 years
I grew up and began teaching in Grass Valley, Ca. Along with teaching at Heritage Academy I coach for Team Fitness in the mornings. I attend Westgate Church and have enjoyed the fellowship there for the last six years.
5th and 6th Grade
Attended William Jessup University – Biblical Studies and Christian Education
Certified Foster Care Home – Coeur d’Alene, ID
Christian School Education (grades 2-12) – 13 years
Latin, Art, Institute in Excellence in Writing, Journalism
Earle and I have been married for 22 years and have five children. We attend First Presbyterian Church in Roseville and Peninsula Bible Church in Cupertino. Earle has worked in the medical device industry for 29 years and is currently an executive at NovoStent Corporation, a start-up medical device company in Mountain View.
3rd and 4th Grade
Biola University- BA in Liberal Studies, minor in Bible, concentration in History.
California SB 2042 Clear Credential
Public Education – 2 years
I went to a small Christian school from 4th-12th grade and have seen first-hand the impact a good teacher can have on the lives of their students. I grew up in Southern California and attended Biola University where I received both my BA and my teaching credential. My husband Tony and I were married on July 26th and attend Central Peninsula Church in Foster City.
Kindergarten
Notre Dame de Namur University – BA in Liberal Studies
Early Childhood Education Teaching Credential - Montesorri
California Clear Multiple Subject Credential in process
Preschool Teacher – 5 years
Kindergarten Teacher – 5 years
I grew up in Los Altos and attended The King’s Academy. I have been married to Jacob for 1 year and attend San Jose Christian Church.
1st and 2nd grade/Part Time
San Jose State BA in Child Development
CA Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential from SJSJ
Christian School Education – 16 years
Presently teaching Grade 6 at The King’s Academy and teaching Grades 1-2 at Heritage Academy
I have been married to my husband, Vinny, for almost 20 years and we have three children, Peter, Daniel (twins, 14) and Natalie (10). We are very involved at our church, The Highway Community. I am also a Creative Memories consultant and I love photography.
JARED BUCKO
P.E. and Music teacher/5th grade Aide
UCLA – BA in Political Science and Minor in Spanish
Counselor and Music Director – Summers at Mt Hermon – 2 years
I am very excited to have the opportunity to teach music and P.E. at Heritage Academy. I have attended Peninsula Bible Church Cupertino for most of my life.
Learning Specialist
California State University - BA in Liberal Studies
Level II Special Education Credential in process at Notre Dame de Namur
Independent School Education – 10 years, including four years as a 4th grade teacher
Certifications in various language remediation programs - Lindamood-Bell,, Slingerland.
I am a private tutor as well as teacher at Heritage Academy. I attend the Vineyard Christian Community and enjoy getting exercise by taking hikes on the weekend.
Office Manager – Part Time
Office Administration - 35 years
Principal’s administrative assistant – 7 years (The King’s Academy)
Visual and Performance Arts Department Administrative Assistant – 4 years (The King’s Academy)
Patient Service Representative - Palo Alto Medical Foundation
I was born and raised in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, but I have lived in the USA for 30 years.
Gary and I were married in September, 2009 and have 4 grown sons between us. We attend The Home Church in Campbell.