Vazquez, Jorge | Physical Education Jorge Vasquez earned his Licentiate in Recreation, Sport, and Physical Culture in 1985 from the Superior Institute of Physical Culture “Manuel Fajardo” in Havana, Cuba. His graduation project focused on an investigation titled “Influences of Track and Field as a Program on My Students.” From 1981 to 2003, he worked…
Varela, Jessica | American Mathematics Mrs. Varela was born and raised in Guayaquil, Ecuador. She later moved to the United States to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from Florida International University. She also earned an MBA in International Business from the University of Miami. Before entering education, she gained valuable professional experience working at…
Taratsa, Eirini | Greek Language Ms. Eirini Taratsa holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Educational Sciences in Early Childhood. She has been working in Greek kindergartens since 2000 and joined Archimedean Academy in 2019. She currently teaches Greek Language in 1st Grade. She is passionate about helping students develop a love for the Greek language through…
Schimer, Jason | Physical Education Mr. Jason Schimer is a proud graduate of Florida International University. For the past 14 years, he has served as a Physical Education Teacher, dedicated to inspiring students to live active and healthy lifestyles. His teaching philosophy emphasizes not only the development of athletic skills but also an appreciation for…
Ramos, Michelle | Language Arts | Social Studies Ms. Ramos has been an educator for over 16 years, with the last 11 years dedicated to Archimedean Academy. Throughout her career at Archimedean, she has taught Science, Social Studies, and Reading/Language Arts. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and her Master’s Degree in Educational…
Quintana, Dorlaine | Science | Social Studies Mrs. Dorlaine Quintana was born in Cuba and moved to Costa Rica at the age of 13. She later moved to the United States at 18 years old and graduated Cum Laude from Nova Southeastern University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Pre-K/Primary Education and an ESOL Endorsement. She…
Morales, Maria | Assistant Principal Since 2009, Maria Morales has taught at Archimedean Academy instilling the values of creativity, originality, and critical thinking in all her students. She serves as the Elementary Science Olympiad/SECME Head Coach and guided her team to 1st place in the 2018 Elementary Science Olympiad Competition. With a B.A. in Child…
Martin, Florence | Language Arts | Social Studies In the words of Nelson Mandela, “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” Ms. Martin knew she wanted to help “change the world” from a young age, often turning her bedroom into a classroom and giving spelling tests to her…
Marquez, Nimia | Music, Chorus Ms. Marquez was born and raised in Cuba. She graduated Summa Cum Laude and as a Worlds Ahead Graduate from Florida International University, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Music and a Master’s degree in Choral Studies. She has performed professionally as a choral singer in countries including Spain, France, Italy,…
Koulouri, Panagiota | Science Ms. Panagiota (Yiouli) Koulouri was born in Greece and has been living in Miami for the past 13 years. She teaches 4th Grade Science and serves as the school’s STEM Designation Liaison. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from the American College of Greece, a Master’s Degree in International…
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