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Staff Directory

Alexandria Burgess

Role: ELA and Social Studies Teacher

Grade Level: 6

  • 6th grade
  • ELA
  • Social Studies
Amanda Cox

Role: Math and Science Teacher

Grade Level: 6

  • 6th grade
  • Math
  • Science
Ashley Hendrix

Role: English Language Facilitator

Grade Level: 6, 7, 8

  • Student Support
Brenda Johnson

Role: Intervention Teacher

Grade Level: 6, 7, 8

  • 6th grade
  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
Brett Chaney

Role: ELA Teacher, Basketball Coach

Grade Level: 7, 8

Leadership Role: ELA Department Lead, Mentor Teacher

  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • ELA
Brittany Noble

Role: PE Teacher

Grade Levels: 6, 7, 8

Leadership Roles: Leadership Teacher, Cross Country Coach

  • 6th grade
  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • elective
Caitlin Knobbe

Role: Assistant Principal

Leadership Role: Administration

  • Administration
Chelsea Hahn

Role: Math and Science Magnet Teacher

Grade Level: 6

  • 6th grade
  • Magnet
  • Math
  • Science
Chelsea Mellott

Role: Special Education Strategies Teacher

Grade Levels: 6, 7, 8

Leadership Role: Special Education Mentor Teacher, Website Manager, Falcon Fuel Coordinator

Short Bio: I am originally from Indiana and have a master's in autism spectrum disorder from GCU. I support students with autism who are below grade level in developing academic, social-emotional, and life-skills independence. I collaborate closely with staff, families, and community partners to create inclusive practices that help every learner thrive. I also manage the school website and coordinate the Falcon Fuel store.

  • 6th grade
  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • Special Education
Danielle Adkins

Role: ELA and Social Studies Teacher

Grade Level: 6

Leadership Role: Team Lead, Mentor Teacher, MTSS committee, Volleyball Coach

  • 6th grade
  • ELA
  • Social Studies
David Zepeda

Role: Social Studies Teacher

Grade Level: 7

  • 7th grade
  • Social Studies
Diondra Mieras

Role: School Counselor

Grade Level: 7

Leadership Role: Lead counselor (department lead, team lead)

Short Bio: I am originally from Florida. I attended SMU University and Argosy University for my master’s program. This is my 13th year as a school counselor. I have previously worked at Anderson Elementary and Wooster High School.

NBCC certified (NCC and NCSC)

  • 7th grade
  • Student Support
Emily Aguilar

Role: Home Economics Teacher

Grade Level: 6, 7, 8

  • 6th grade
  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • elective
Garrett Moss

Role: Film and (6th grade) Social Studies Magnet Teacher

Grade Level: 6, 7, 8

  • 6th grade
  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • Magnet
  • STEM
  • Social Studies
  • elective
Geeta Bhatia

Role: Math and Science Teacher

Grade Level: 7

  • 7th grade
  • Math
  • Science
Gina Lujan

Role: School Counselor

Grade Level: 6

  • 6th grade
  • Student Support
Gorden Clark

Role: Special Education Resource Teacher

Grade Level: 6, 7

  • 6th grade
  • 7th grade
  • Special Education
Jack Scarbrough

Role: Band Teacher

Grade Level: 6, 7, 8

Short Bio: Mr. Scarbrough is a born and raised musician in Reno and is a graduate in Music Education from the University of Nevada, Reno.  Outside of teaching, Jack enjoys being a voice over artist, painter, avid Star Wars fan, and regular with the Reno Jazz Orchestra.

  • 6th grade
  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • Music
Jennifer Evans

Role: Social Studies Teacher

Grade Level: 8

  • 8th grade
  • Social Studies
Jennifer Johanson

Role: Art and Design Teacher

Grade Levels: 7, 8

Leadership Roles: District MS Art Teacher Mentor, MTSS Team, Art Department Lead

Short Bio: I have been a teacher for 22 years (LCSD, Hug HS, Depoali MS Marce Herz).

  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • elective
Jessica Ligon

Role: Dean of Students

Grade Levels: 6, 7, 8

Leadership Roles: Admin Team

  • Administration
John Helgerson

Role: Science Teacher

Grade Levels: 7, 8

  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • Science
Juana Saad

Role: Para Aide II 1:1

Grade Levels: 6

  • Special Education
Justin Jervinis

Role: Special Education, CLS Teacher

Grade Levels: 6, 7, 8

Leadership Role: Special Education Mentor, PAES Lab (STEM)

Short Bio: I have been in special education since I graduated with a bachelor's degree in 2010. I was an aide for 6 years. This is my 10th year teaching, my 8th in a self-contained classroom.

  • 6th grade
  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • STEM
  • Special Education
Kara Schwendener

Role: Math and Science Teacher

Grade Level: 6

Leadership Role: Team Lead

  • 6th grade
  • Math
  • Science
Kate Hollinger

Role: Special Education, Resource Teacher

Grade Levels: 7, 8

Leadership Role: Department Lead

  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • Special Education
Kelsey Waller

Role: ELA and PE Teacher

Grade Levels: 7,8

Leadership Roles: Athletic Director Assistant

Short Bio: I grew up in Douglas County and graduated from the University of Nevada! After college I spent some time in Australia; teaching, traveling, and making new friends! I also coach varsity soccer at Damonte Ranch High School.

  • 8th grade
  • ELA
Kevin Ames

Role: Orchestra Teacher

Grade Levels: 6, 7, 8

  • 6th grade
  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • Music
Kiana Kosturos

Role: Social Studies Teacher

Grade Level: 7

  • 7th grade
  • Social Studies
Kristen Zepeda

Role: Social Studies Magnet and Current Events Teacher

Grade Levels: 7, 8

  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • Magnet
  • Social Studies
  • elective
Laura Hill

Role: ELA and Spanish Teacher

Grade Levels: 7, 8

Leadership Role: Team Lead

Short Bio: I have been teaching for 23 years. I earned a bachelor's degree in English with a minor in Spanish from Brigham Young University and a master's degree in English Language Acquisition and Development from Sierra Nevada University. Born and raised in Michigan, I’ve lived in The Biggest Little City for over 20 years with my husband, raising our three sons.

  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • ELA
  • elective
Lisa Johnson

Role: Librarian

Grade Level: 6, 7, 8

Leadership Role: Department Lead

  • Student Support
Marisa Cardenas

Role: Administrative Secretary

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Leadership Role: Administration

  • Administration
  • Office & Operations
Mary DeLorme

Role: School Psychologist

Grade Levels: 6, 7, 8

Short Bio: I am the school psychologist at Marce Herz Middle School, supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional growth. I work closely with teachers, families, and students to provide assessments and interventions that help each student succeed. With a focus on fostering resilience and positive school experiences, I am committed to helping students reach their full potential in a safe and supportive environment.

  • Student Support
Mayra Ruiz

Role: Safe Schools Professional

Grade Levels: 6, 7, 8

  • Student Support
Meghan Beyer

Role: Science Teacher

Grade Levels: 7, 8

Short Bio: I am a wife and mom of 2 teens and a tween. I am a Navy Veteran. I love all things outdoors, Texas A&M football, music, and my bird dog – Trigger.

  • 7th grade
  • Science
Miao Xin

Role: Strategies Teacher Assistant

Grade Levels: 6, 7, 8

Short Bio: I love helping students and learning with them. I also love sports!

  • 6th grade
  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • Special Education
Michelle Gamble

Role: School Counselor

Grade Level: 8

Leadership Role: 7/8 Girls Soccer Coach

Short Bio: I am a native Nevadan. I grew up in Carson City, NV and went to UNR.

  • 8th grade
  • Student Support
Michelle Johnson

Role: Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Grade Level: 6, 7, 8

  • Student Support
Mollie Hull

Role: Robotics/Coding Teacher/Computer Science/PLTW

Grade Levels: 6,7,8

Leadership Role: Robotics Lead

Short Bio: I am originally from Montana where I attended the University of Montana earning my BA in Elementary Ed in 1997. In 2018 I earned my master’s degree from UNR-Reno. MS: Elementary Ed w emphasis in STEM education. This is my 27th year as an educator and have previously worked at Traner MS, Depoali MS, as well as schools in Alaska and Idaho. I love to ski, camp, travel and enjoy the beauty of Tahoe and Northern Sierras. I spend much time with my daughter in Alaska and traveling in our RV.

  • 6th grade
  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • STEM
  • elective
Natalie Tucker

Role: Math and Science Teacher

Grade Level: 6

Leadership Role: Team Lead

Short Bio: Hi, I am originally from Montana and have lived in Reno just under 10 years. I am a diehard Los Angeles Rams fan and enjoy going to Lake Tahoe. My favorite band is Fleetwood Mac and I enjoy reading murder/mysteries.

  • 6th grade
Nick Walker

Role: Choir Teacher

Grade Level: 6, 7, 8

  • 6th grade
  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • Music
Nicole Bibb

Role: ELA and Social Studies Teacher

Grade Level: 6

  • 6th grade
  • ELA
  • Social Studies
Nicole Maypark

Role: Secretary

Leadership Role: Special Events Coordinator

  • Office & Operations
Patrick Moorehead

Role: SFC (Site Facility Coordinator)

Short Bio:  I’m in charge of everything from cleaning to security.

  • Office & Operations
Renee Gates

Role: Social Studies Teache

Grade Level: 8

Leadership Role: Yearbook

  • 8th grade
  • Social Studies
Richard Barbey

Role: PE Teacher

Grade Level: 6, 7, 8

Leadership Role: Elective DL

  • 6th grade
  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • elective
Rosalie Empillo

Role: Special Education Resource Teacher

Grade Level: 6

  • 6th grade
  • Special Education
Sarah McCalden

Role: Registered Nurse

Short Bio: I am a school nurse for both Marce Herz MS and Hunsberger ES.  I bring 18 years of nursing experience to my role.  Previously, I spent over a decade as a labor and delivery nurse, supporting families during some of their most meaningful moments. This is my fifth year as a school nurse. I am dedicated to promoting student wellness, supporting safe learning environments, and building strong connections with the school communities I serve. When I am not working, I enjoy exploring and camping with my family and friends, walking my dog and spending time reading. 

  • Student Support
Sharon Cabangon

Role: Math Magnet Teacher

Grade Level: 7, 8

Short Bio: This is my 11th year teaching. Ten years in middle school with the GATE program and one year in high school. I have taught 6th grade accelerated math through Algebra II Honors.

  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • Magnet
  • Math
Stephanie Tracy

Role: Flight and Space Teacher

Grade Level: 6, 7, 8

  • 6th grade
  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • STEM
  • elective
Susan Hahl

Role: Special Education Resource Teacher

Grade Level: 6

  • 6th grade
  • Special Education
Sylvia Malizia

Role: Spanish Teacher

Grade Level: 7, 8

Short Bio: I have been teaching for over 20 years and earned my degree here at the University of Nevad Reno.  I love teaching Spanish and keeping the legacy of my mother alive by teaching Spanish, the culture and traditions that she valued as well as making bridges so that many will learn from one another and create an environment that we all belong.  I enjoy the great outdoors, crafting, and spending time with my husband and our four children.

  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • elective
Tera Moshrefnoory

Role: Special Education Resource Teacher

Grade Level: 7

Short Bio: I'm all in for special education, driven by the energy of creating super supportive, fun, and inclusive spaces where all students can truly unlock their greatness! When I hit pause on work, it's pure family time: my daughter is my bestie, my husband is my rock, and our dogs make every day a cozy, hilarious adventure filled with endless love and laughter!

  • 7th grade
  • Special Education
Travis Carr

Role: Assistant Principal

Leadership Role: Administration

  • Administration
Verna Blair

Role: CLS Teacher Assistant

Grade Level: 6, 7, 8

Short Bio: I was born in San Franscisco, CA and grew up in Carson City, NV. I graduated from UNR with a business administration degree. I have been working for WCSD for 15 years. I am married with 2 children and 3 grandsons.

  • 6th grade
  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • Special Education
Wendi Cox

Role: ELA and Mythology Teacher

Grade Level: 7, 8

  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • ELA
  • elective
Wendy Louton

Role: ELA and Social Studies Teacher

Grade Level: 6

  • 6th grade
  • ELA
  • Social Studies