Our School Board
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School Board
Bill Martinez
Bryan Brophy
Rebecca Simjian
Ryan Sosa
Jay Brakensiek
The Board of Education of Hope Lutheran Church is responsible for developing school policies, protocols, and general strategic direction. They oversee the implementation of these policies through the work of the principal.
Our Faculty & Staff
Rev. Dr. Steve Parks
Principal MRS. BRENDA NGUYEN
Principal MRS. BRENDA NGUYEN
The Pastor is the spiritual leader of Hope Lutheran Church & School. He frequently conducts weekly chapel services, is a resource to teachers and students, and works closely with the principal to ensure the community of Hope is sharing the Gospel.
Principal MRS. BRENDA NGUYEN
Principal MRS. BRENDA NGUYEN
Principal MRS. BRENDA NGUYEN
Concordia University, Irvine
B.A. in Liberal Studies
Early Childhood Concentration
California Teaching Credential
Lutheran Ed. Certified (LCMS)
10 yrs. Childcare/Preschool
17 yrs. Elementary Teaching
4 yrs. Administration Experience
Ephesians 4:2
"Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with
one another in love."
Teachers
Mrs. Rebecca Armstrong
Mrs. Rebecca Armstrong
Mrs. Rebecca Armstrong
8th Grade Homeroom
Middle school
Religion, ELA
Concordia University, Irvine
B.A. in Education & English Literature
Lutheran Ed. Certified (LCMS)
Cal State Monterey
California Teaching Credential
Barton Trained
23 yrs. Teaching Experience
Ephesians 2:8
"For by grace you have been saved, through faith, and this not of yourselves, it is the gift of God."
Mrs. Renee Wishek
Mrs. Rebecca Armstrong
Mrs. Rebecca Armstrong
7th Grade Homeroom
Middle School
Algebra, Sciences
Azusa Pacific University
B.S. in Chemistry
UC Irvine
M.S. in Physical Chemistry
12 yrs. Full-time Teaching Experience
10 yrs. summer school and substitute teaching experience
Isaiah 40:31
"But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will ru
7th Grade Homeroom
Middle School
Algebra, Sciences
Azusa Pacific University
B.S. in Chemistry
UC Irvine
M.S. in Physical Chemistry
12 yrs. Full-time Teaching Experience
10 yrs. summer school and substitute teaching experience
Isaiah 40:31
"But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint."
Mr. Cody Molla
Mrs. Rebecca Armstrong
Mr. Ruben Olivas
6th Grade Homeroom
Middle School
Pre-Algebra, Social Studies, PE
Cal State Fullerton
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
CA Teaching Credential in Progress
3 yrs. Teaching Experience
Jeremiah 29:11
"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you not to harm you, to give you a future and a hope."
Mr. Ruben Olivas
Mrs. ELISA SANCHEZ
Mr. Ruben Olivas
Middle School
Geometry, Music, Aide
Cal Poly Pomona University
B.S. in Political Science
California State Fullerton
Educational Studies
CA Teaching Credential In Progress
3 yrs. Teaching Experience
Deuteronomy 31:6
"Be strong and of good courage. Do not fear or be afraid of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave or forsake you."
Mrs. Pamela Moore
Mrs. ELISA SANCHEZ
Mrs. ELISA SANCHEZ
5th Grade
Music
Concordia University, Irvine
B.A in Elementary Education
Lutheran Ed. Certified (LCMS)
CA Teaching Credential
36 yrs. Teaching Experience
Jeremiah 29:11
"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
Joshua 1:9
"Have I not commanded you? Be s
5th Grade
Music
Concordia University, Irvine
B.A in Elementary Education
Lutheran Ed. Certified (LCMS)
CA Teaching Credential
36 yrs. Teaching Experience
Jeremiah 29:11
"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
Joshua 1:9
"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go."
Mrs. ELISA SANCHEZ
Mrs. ELISA SANCHEZ
Mrs. ELISA SANCHEZ
4th Grade
Snellman College, Helsinki, Finland
B.A. in Waldorf Education
Jolly Phonics Trained
TEFL (ESL) Trained
Bilingual Teaching Experience
12 yrs. Teaching Experience
Psalm 46:10
“Be still and know I am God.”
MRS. Darlene sandmark
MRS. Darlene sandmark
MRS. Darlene sandmark
3rd Grade
Grand Canyon University
B.A. in Early Childhood Education
CA Teaching Credential in Progress
10 yrs. Teaching Experience
Ecclesiastes 3:11
"He has made everything beautiful in His time."
Ms. Tammy Garcia
MRS. Darlene sandmark
MRS. Darlene sandmark
2nd Grade
Azusa Pacific University
B.A and Masters in Education
CA Teaching Credential
16 yrs. Teaching Experience
Jeremiah 29:11
"For I know the plans for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
Philippians 4:13
"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."
Mrs. Karen Johnson
MRS. Darlene sandmark
Mrs. Jennifer Marshall
1st Grade
Concordia University, Irvine
B.A. in Liberal Studies
CA Teaching Credential
Lutheran Ed. Certified (LCMS)
Cal State Fullerton
M.A. in Curriculum & Instruction
Barton Trained
26 yrs. Teaching Experience
Isaiah 41:10
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphol
1st Grade
Concordia University, Irvine
B.A. in Liberal Studies
CA Teaching Credential
Lutheran Ed. Certified (LCMS)
Cal State Fullerton
M.A. in Curriculum & Instruction
Barton Trained
26 yrs. Teaching Experience
Isaiah 41:10
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."
Mrs. Jennifer Marshall
Mrs. Jennifer Marshall
Mrs. Jennifer Marshall
Kindergarten
Concordia University, Irvine
B.A. in Liberal Arts
Emphasis in Education
CA Teaching Credential
Lutheran Ed. Certified (LCMS)
Barton Trained
22 yrs. Teaching Experience
Jeremiah 29:11
"For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the Lord, 'plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
MS. Roberta Files
Mrs. Jennifer Marshall
MS. Roberta Files
Morning and After School Caregiver
MS. Ellie Nguyen
Mrs. Jennifer Marshall
MS. Roberta Files
Morning and After School
Care Director
Hope Lutheran Preschool
Mrs. Tina Romero
Mrs. Barbara Molina
Mrs. Barbara Molina
Mrs. Barbara Molina
Mrs. Barbara Molina
Mrs. Barbara Molina
Rainbow Room Teacher
38 Years Experience
28 Years at Hope Lutheran
Ms. Tracy Lopez
Mrs. Barbara Molina
Ms. Amanda Moreno Dominguez
BS
Rainbow Room Teacher
3 Years at Hope Lutheran
Ms. Amanda Moreno Dominguez
Ms. Amanda Moreno Dominguez
Ms. Amanda Moreno Dominguez
BA
Sunshine Room Teacher
3 Years at Hope Lutheran
Ms. Tony Hood
Ms. Amanda Moreno Dominguez
Mrs. Yvonne Bock
Sunshine Room Teacher
1 Year at Hope Lutheran
Mrs. Yvonne Bock
Ms. Amanda Moreno Dominguez
Mrs. Yvonne Bock
Preschool Closing Teacher
20 years Experience
Ms. Dina Soliman
Ms. Dina Soliman
Ms. Dina Soliman
AA
Rainbow Room Teacher