Meet our staff... Valerie J. Kurtz, B.A. Bilingual Training Specialist

Ms. Kurtz has several years of experience as a bilingual elementary teacher.  She has developed a diverse selection of training methods to assist parents in learning more effective parenting skills.  She has also created workshops in language development, reading, and mathematics that are especially designed for students with special language needs.  Having studied piano, voice, guitar and cello, Ms. Kurtz adds the charm and magic of her musical talents to her teaching strategies, delighting both teachers and students.  She is also an accomplished independent film producer, having written, directed and produced a variety of full-length film features.

B. A.   English and Literature
   University of California San Diego, La Jolla, California

Professional Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
      Bilingual, Cross Cultural, Language & Academic Development; Emphasis: Spanish