Teachers and Staff


"Indigo is a warm, inviting community of learners that allows a student to be an explorer. We welcome inquisitive, engaged learners and provide a unique atmosphere of investigative learning. Parent support is an integral part of the program and we are proud to provide students with a rich learning environment."
            - Kim Kianidehkian, Principal
"I have the opportunity to use my creativity to plan engaging hands-on lessons. The parent support in the classroom is an essential asset to Indigo's students. I enjoy watching everyone benefit from community-based learning!"
            - Lori Kamal, Kindergarten teacher
"I feel so lucky to be working in such a dynamic parent participation program. I enjoy educating and working with the children and the parents in such a positive environment. The enrichment components that the teachers and parents provide are amazing."
            - Stacy Sewell, Kindergarten teacher

            - Mariana Alvarez, 1st grade teacher

            - Maripaz Berlin, 1st/2nd grade teacher
"I enjoy teaching because every day is a new adventure. It is exciting to be a part of the Indigo community, and watch students progress academically and socially."
            - Kim Reiley, 2nd grade teacher

            - Amanda Bishop, 3rd grade teacher
“Indigo offers an enriching educational experience where parents and students have the opportunity to be active participants in the learning process. I am very excited to be a part of this thriving community of learners."
            - Nasreen Husain, 4th grade teacher

            - Kelly Thompson, 5th grade teacher
“Having parent participation at Indigo provides opportunities for more enrichment activities and hands-on learning. It makes learning more meaningful and teaching more fun."
            - Christine Chellino, 6th grade teacher
“I enjoy the challenge and excitement of working with students and families to develop interactive, hands-on learning experiences. To see the connections students make is fabulous!”
            - Mimi Lawler, 7th/8th grade teacher
“I enjoy the challenge and excitement of working with students and families to develop interactive, hands-on learning experiences. To see the connections students make is fabulous!”
            - Kelly Robinson, 5th/6th/7th grade math/science
Janetta Coleman, Music
Doreen Williams, Art
Cheryl Snyder, School Secretary
Kathy Caballero, Health Clerk
Pam Barrett, Librarian
Dena-Marie Janich, Lunchroom Staff
Tina Grijalua, Lunchroom Staff
Belinda Lew, Speech/Language Specialist
Celia Sartor, Resource Specialist
Diane Ratcliff, RSP
Karen Piergallini, Instructional Assistant, RSP