Academics ATI Virtual School

Summer Evans is a graduate of the University of North Carolina and Johns Hopkins University. She holds a B.S. degrees in Mathematics and Political Science, and an M.S. in Secondary Education. Summer joins ATI Virtual School with a wealth of teaching experience. She began her career with Teach for America, and has spent the past decade teaching algebra, geometry, and calculus to adolescents in Baltimore and New York City. Beginning in 2016, Summer piloted initiatives using Chromebooks to support math education. This experience has allowed her to adapt to online environment seamlessly. Most importantly, Summer's ability to instantaneously connect with all students is the foundation of her educational approach. By fostering deep relationships, Summer motivates and supports all learners.

Jeremy is a fifth generation teacher who can trace his family's teaching history back to a one-room schoolhouse in rural Kansas in the late 1800s. He earned his Bachelors of Science Education in physics in 2009 from Emporia State University and went on to get a second Bachelors of Science in Geology from the University of Missouri-Kansas City in 2013. He completed his Masters of Science in Educational Leadership in May 2015 along with an additional 18 hours towards an Educational Specialist in Educational Administration from Fort Hays State University. Jeremy brings 9 years of experience teaching secondary science and a great enthusiasm for the Montessori educational philosophy. In his free time he is a keyboard player for three bands that pay tribute to three great Rock n' Roll bands: The Cars, REO Speedwagon and Bon Jovi. Jeremy is married with his first child expected to be born in summer 2021.

Hannah has nearly ten years of experience as an educator. She graduated from the University of North Texas and has taught all levels of elementary school. In her spare time she spends time with her Rhodesian ridgeback, Chief, and takes care of her many house plants. Hannah is passionate about reading and social emotional learning.

Jennifer earned a bachelor's degree in Anthropology with a minor in Education Studies from UCLA in 2010. She returned to UCLA to earn a Master of Education degree through the Teacher Education Program in 2012. Jennifer's journey as an educator first became clear when she worked to support middle-school students in an after school program at her local Boys and Girls Club in 2007. That experience inspired her to further her work uplifting youth in the Greater Los Angeles area, which ultimately led her to becoming a teacher. Jennifer is a life-long learner who finds opportunities to grow as an educator so that she can contribute to transforming lives, elevating education, and creating a more just society. She can typically be found in nature observing local wildlife, at home cuddling with her dogs, or in the kitchen trying out new recipes when not working.

Barbara earned a bachelor's degree in Psychology and Pre-medical Studies from The University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She is also working towards her master's degree in Instructional Design and Technology. Barbara is passionate about education and making an impact in student lives that go beyond the classroom. She started her teaching career 12 years ago while applying to medical school, and decided to dedicate her life to education. Barbara is a lifelong learner and has dabbled in many hobbies such as writing, painting, rollerblading, hiking, and even toured with a Spanish rock band in her early 20s. In her free time she enjoys being outside with her two children, going on nature walks with her husband, traveling the world, and learning all about her pet guinea pigs.

Andrea’s professional life has been varied and non-traditional. She discovered her love for teaching and connecting with students during an independent study course her senior year of high school, prompting her to attend the University of Idaho to pursue a degree in Elementary Education. On track to complete this, life interrupted a bit just before she was to graduate. She became a mother of four and chose to use her education to homeschool for 12 years before transitioning to a position as an 8th grade teacher at a private school. After 8 years, she began subbing at the local public high school and discovered a love of these students which prompted her to return her attention to finally completing her Bachelor's degree in Education. She added two high school endorsements of History and English, and began full-time at the High School, which expanded to include a Personal Choices course in addition to History and English. In every variation, her motivation and pleasure is a result of building relationships and connection with students of all ages, beginning with her family which now includes two new spouses and two grandsons. In her spare time she loves walking her two dogs, visiting her family members across the country, creating personalized gifts, camping and kayaking, and coffee with her husband.

Mary has a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and a Masters degree in secondary mathematics education from the University of Pittsburgh. She has taught mathematics up through AP Calculus for more than ten years.When she’s not in the classroom, she finds joy in running marathons, cooking, and teaching horseback riding lessons. She has been an avid equestrian since she was 4 and currently owns four horses of her own. She loves to teach and finds great joy in helping students discover their passion for mathematics and horses!

Sharon has been guiding students through the college admissions process for 40 years. Her experiences include serving as Director of College Counseling at Head Royce School; Associate Director of Admissions at Mills College; Consultant for the College Board; Instructor for the UC Berkeley Extension College and Career Certificate Program and other counseling roles. She has read applications for Cal Berkeley and UC Davis, and served on national committee for the National Association of College Admissions Counselors.With all that said, she really considers herself to be a matchmaker. Sharon thinks that there is no bigger thrill than to match a student with the right college.A native of the Bay Area, she is the very proud mom of 2 grown daughters. Her new passion (thanks to the pandemic) is cajun cooking.

Michele spent most of her youth living and studying in Mexico, Puerto Rico, and France before returning to the U.S. to attend university. She earned a Bachelor's degree and master's degree in Chemistry from Stevens Institute of Technology and holds a Lower Elementary (6-9) Montessori certificate from the North American Montessori Center. Michele began her teaching career in 2005 when she joined Montessori Community School in Durham, North Carolina. As a guide in their newly established Adolescent Community, she helped to launch and develop that program and went on to teach Spanish, French, and Science there for the next 11 years. Most recently Michele founded GoalSpark Coaching, a life coaching practice serving youth, teens, and young adults.In her free time she enjoys playing guitar, singing, attending theatre performances, SCUBA diving, and spending time with her son.

Claudia Sol was born and raised in Monterrey, Mexico. She completed her bachelor's degree in psychology at the Autonomous University of Nuevo León and did her fellowship as a psychologist at the UANL Clinic in Mexico. Sol also studied contemporary dance at the Conservatory of Music and Dance in Monterrey: ESMDM.Sol moved to Milwaukee, WI in 2012 after being hired as a dance teacher and performer. There, she discovered great enthusiasm for teaching her native language. She taught Spanish in the school system and as a private tutor, working with children, teenagers, and adults. Since moving to the United States, Sol has worked for different schools and tutoring programs such as Futura Language Professionals, Tierra Educational Center, Spanish Blackbelt, Casita de Arte, My Learning Springboard and AltSchool. She joined ATI as a world languages guide and curriculum developer in 2019. As a professional dancer, she has been part of many companies and productions for the last 20 years. Sol won first place at the World Salsa Summit in January 2020.