James Barton Color Guard / Marching Arts
Director/Designer/Choreographer
With 35 years of teaching experience, James has flourished as both a Color Guard Choreographer, Designer, and Director. He has had the privilege of teaching and performing with many prestigious groups at the Southern California Color Guard Circuit. James has currently coached three WGI classification levels and has had a finalist group at WGI Championships. James has performed with such groups as, Out of the Blue. James is the Artistic Director of Prado Performing Arts which produced Prado Independent Performance Ensemble from 2010 to 2015.
Currently, James is the Color Guard Designer for Del Norte High School, Olympian High School and Junipero Serra High School. James is also the Director/Designer/Choreographer at Chula Vista Visual and Performing Arts High School, and Eastlake High School.
James is the president of West Coast Winter Guard and is the founding member of the Winter Guard Circuit. In 2014 James was inducted into the Southern California Winter Guard Hall of Fame.
For the last 20 years James has been a full time marching arts educator in Southern California. James loves spending time with his wife, three children their families and his new granddaughter. Disney is their go to place and it’s the best place to just get away.
Director/Designer/Choreographer
With 35 years of teaching experience, James has flourished as both a Color Guard Choreographer, Designer, and Director. He has had the privilege of teaching and performing with many prestigious groups at the Southern California Color Guard Circuit. James has currently coached three WGI classification levels and has had a finalist group at WGI Championships. James has performed with such groups as, Out of the Blue. James is the Artistic Director of Prado Performing Arts which produced Prado Independent Performance Ensemble from 2010 to 2015.
Currently, James is the Color Guard Designer for Del Norte High School, Olympian High School and Junipero Serra High School. James is also the Director/Designer/Choreographer at Chula Vista Visual and Performing Arts High School, and Eastlake High School.
James is the president of West Coast Winter Guard and is the founding member of the Winter Guard Circuit. In 2014 James was inducted into the Southern California Winter Guard Hall of Fame.
For the last 20 years James has been a full time marching arts educator in Southern California. James loves spending time with his wife, three children their families and his new granddaughter. Disney is their go to place and it’s the best place to just get away.
Melissa Barton - Color Guard Director/Choreographer
With 6 years of performance experience and 21 years of teaching experience, Melissa has flourished as both a color guard choreographer and designer. She has had the privilege of teaching and performing with many prestigious groups at the DCI Open Class Level, and three WGI classification levels and has had a finalist group at WGI Championships. Melissa has performed with such groups as, Earthquake Drum and Bugle Corps and Think About It Winter Guard and Orange Glen High School. Melissa has worked with such groups as Prado Independent Performance Ensemble.
Currently, Melissa is the Color Guard Caption Head for the Del Norte High School and Junipero Serra High School. Melissa is also the Assistant Director at Mira Mesa High School, Chula Vista Visual and Performing Arts High School, and Eastlake High School.
When you love this activity, as much as I do and love the students you work with and always have an amazing staff around you... what’s not to love.
I cherish each moment and look forward to each new day.
With 6 years of performance experience and 21 years of teaching experience, Melissa has flourished as both a color guard choreographer and designer. She has had the privilege of teaching and performing with many prestigious groups at the DCI Open Class Level, and three WGI classification levels and has had a finalist group at WGI Championships. Melissa has performed with such groups as, Earthquake Drum and Bugle Corps and Think About It Winter Guard and Orange Glen High School. Melissa has worked with such groups as Prado Independent Performance Ensemble.
Currently, Melissa is the Color Guard Caption Head for the Del Norte High School and Junipero Serra High School. Melissa is also the Assistant Director at Mira Mesa High School, Chula Vista Visual and Performing Arts High School, and Eastlake High School.
When you love this activity, as much as I do and love the students you work with and always have an amazing staff around you... what’s not to love.
I cherish each moment and look forward to each new day.
Jessica Barragan Tejada, Mariachi, Guitar
Jessica Barragan is a San Diego native that studied Music and Mariachi Specialization at Southwestern College and Chacala Mariachi Institute in Nayarit, Mexico. She graduated from Montgomery High of Sweetwater Union High School District. She has been performing music for over 25 years, and teaching mariachi for over 13 years. Before working at Chula Vista High, Jessica worked at Chula Vista Middle, Bonita Vista High, Southwest Middle, Montgomery Middle, Where Music Begins Academy of Music, Circle of Education, and International Mariachi and Folklorico Festival in Rosarito. She has performed and worked alongside Mariachis: Vargas de Tecalitlan, Sol de Mexico, Reinas de los Angeles, Divas and Expectacular (Disneyland), Flor de Toloache, Champana de Nevin; artists: Vicente Fernandez, Olga Breeskin, Placido Domingo, Monica Abrego; and Symphony Orchestras (including San Diego, San Francisco, Colorado, and Texas). Jessica has also performed for high ranking officials such as President Clinton, President Bush, Mayor of Chula Vista Mary Salas, Council Members of Chula Vista, and Arnold Schwartzenegger. As a Pacific Islander and Native American, Jessica views mariachi as music for everyone and anyone with the willingness to learn the beautiful rhythms and culture of Mexico. When she is not teaching, performing, or working at her own automotive maintenance center, she enjoys spending time with her family outdoors off-roading, fishing, and kayaking.
Jessica Barragan is a San Diego native that studied Music and Mariachi Specialization at Southwestern College and Chacala Mariachi Institute in Nayarit, Mexico. She graduated from Montgomery High of Sweetwater Union High School District. She has been performing music for over 25 years, and teaching mariachi for over 13 years. Before working at Chula Vista High, Jessica worked at Chula Vista Middle, Bonita Vista High, Southwest Middle, Montgomery Middle, Where Music Begins Academy of Music, Circle of Education, and International Mariachi and Folklorico Festival in Rosarito. She has performed and worked alongside Mariachis: Vargas de Tecalitlan, Sol de Mexico, Reinas de los Angeles, Divas and Expectacular (Disneyland), Flor de Toloache, Champana de Nevin; artists: Vicente Fernandez, Olga Breeskin, Placido Domingo, Monica Abrego; and Symphony Orchestras (including San Diego, San Francisco, Colorado, and Texas). Jessica has also performed for high ranking officials such as President Clinton, President Bush, Mayor of Chula Vista Mary Salas, Council Members of Chula Vista, and Arnold Schwartzenegger. As a Pacific Islander and Native American, Jessica views mariachi as music for everyone and anyone with the willingness to learn the beautiful rhythms and culture of Mexico. When she is not teaching, performing, or working at her own automotive maintenance center, she enjoys spending time with her family outdoors off-roading, fishing, and kayaking.
Charles Batchman Stage Techology
Dr. Conrad Bruderer Orchestras
Dr. Conrad D. Bruderer is currently the Director of Orchestras for the Chula Vista School for the Creative and Performing Arts in the Sweetwater Union High School District and the String Specialists for National School District. Under the direction of Dr. Bruderer, his ensembles have earned numerous excellent and superior awards at adjudicated festivals throughout Southern California. Several of his students have continued at the university level, pursuing music careers of their own. Dr. Bruderer was honored as the recipient of the 2010 Profiles in Music Education Award by the San Diego Youth Symphony and Conservatory. Conrad D. Bruderer holds the Ph.D. degree from the University of California, San Diego, having earned Bachelor and Master of Music degrees in Viola Performance from San Diego State University and The Wichita State University, respectively. He has previously served on the music faculties of Southwestern College, Children’s Creative and Performing Arts Academy, and Bethel College in Newton, Kansas. As a violist, Dr. Bruderer has performed with Pacific Symphony Orchestra, Opera Pacific, Wichita Symphony Orchestra, and as a soloist with the San Dieguito Chamber Orchestra.
Dr. Conrad D. Bruderer is currently the Director of Orchestras for the Chula Vista School for the Creative and Performing Arts in the Sweetwater Union High School District and the String Specialists for National School District. Under the direction of Dr. Bruderer, his ensembles have earned numerous excellent and superior awards at adjudicated festivals throughout Southern California. Several of his students have continued at the university level, pursuing music careers of their own. Dr. Bruderer was honored as the recipient of the 2010 Profiles in Music Education Award by the San Diego Youth Symphony and Conservatory. Conrad D. Bruderer holds the Ph.D. degree from the University of California, San Diego, having earned Bachelor and Master of Music degrees in Viola Performance from San Diego State University and The Wichita State University, respectively. He has previously served on the music faculties of Southwestern College, Children’s Creative and Performing Arts Academy, and Bethel College in Newton, Kansas. As a violist, Dr. Bruderer has performed with Pacific Symphony Orchestra, Opera Pacific, Wichita Symphony Orchestra, and as a soloist with the San Dieguito Chamber Orchestra.
Magdalena Castro Baile Folklorico
Magdalena Castro graduated from UCSC with her BA in Sociology. She helped teach and direct the Folklorico class at UCSC and often revisits as an alumna to be a guest instructor. She has been dancing Folklorico for over 25 years and teaching Folklorico for over 10. Magdalena is very passionate about dancing and education. She has had dozens of dance teachers from all over Mexico. Magdalena strongly believes in teaching life skills through dance such as practice, cooperation, discipline, and responsibility.
Magdalena Castro graduated from UCSC with her BA in Sociology. She helped teach and direct the Folklorico class at UCSC and often revisits as an alumna to be a guest instructor. She has been dancing Folklorico for over 25 years and teaching Folklorico for over 10. Magdalena is very passionate about dancing and education. She has had dozens of dance teachers from all over Mexico. Magdalena strongly believes in teaching life skills through dance such as practice, cooperation, discipline, and responsibility.
Maren Glover Director of Bands, Symphonic Orchestra
Lucas Dominguez Guitar, Music Theory, Piano, HOG (House of Guitars), JDilla grant
Lucas Dominguez is a gifted local artist and educator. He began studying piano at the age of 8 and began playing at his local church at the age of 12. Enamored with jazz and gospel music, he continued accompanying choirs and theater productions while still in high school. He later was accepted into the Jazz Program at the University of Southern California’s Thornton School of Music where he studied under world-class instructors Bill Cunliffe, Milchel Leviev, and David Arnay. He attained his Bachelor’s Degree in Music with an emphasis in Jazz Studies and a minor in Music Industry. He went on to earn his teaching credential from Chapman University and is currently studying for his Master’s in Education from the University of Massachusetts. Throughout his college career in Los Angeles he was the music director for the renowned Gospel Choir “Soldiers on Soul Patrol” - winners of the prestigious McDonald’s GospelFest. Lucas was also the music director for their debut album; produced by world famous percussionist Sheila E. He went on to perform with Sheila E at several events across the West Coast. He has also performed with Shirley Caesar, Gentleman for Christ, and local jazz artists Jenn Renee Cruz and Jason Brown. He currently performs with the “Republic of Music” a high-end wedding and corporate band . He is currently the head of the guitar programs at the SCPA. He teaches all levels and is the director of the one and only House of Guitars (H.O.G.). He has also taught piano, traditional choir, gospel choir, music appreciation, vocal production, music theory, and AP music theory. His musical theater experience includes productions for the Sweetwater Summer Theater Institute and several summers as a teaching artist at the La Jolla Playhouse Young Performer’s Workshop. Lucas currently serves as the Traditional Worship Pastor at Torrey Pines Church; part of the Community Network of Churches.
Lucas Dominguez is a gifted local artist and educator. He began studying piano at the age of 8 and began playing at his local church at the age of 12. Enamored with jazz and gospel music, he continued accompanying choirs and theater productions while still in high school. He later was accepted into the Jazz Program at the University of Southern California’s Thornton School of Music where he studied under world-class instructors Bill Cunliffe, Milchel Leviev, and David Arnay. He attained his Bachelor’s Degree in Music with an emphasis in Jazz Studies and a minor in Music Industry. He went on to earn his teaching credential from Chapman University and is currently studying for his Master’s in Education from the University of Massachusetts. Throughout his college career in Los Angeles he was the music director for the renowned Gospel Choir “Soldiers on Soul Patrol” - winners of the prestigious McDonald’s GospelFest. Lucas was also the music director for their debut album; produced by world famous percussionist Sheila E. He went on to perform with Sheila E at several events across the West Coast. He has also performed with Shirley Caesar, Gentleman for Christ, and local jazz artists Jenn Renee Cruz and Jason Brown. He currently performs with the “Republic of Music” a high-end wedding and corporate band . He is currently the head of the guitar programs at the SCPA. He teaches all levels and is the director of the one and only House of Guitars (H.O.G.). He has also taught piano, traditional choir, gospel choir, music appreciation, vocal production, music theory, and AP music theory. His musical theater experience includes productions for the Sweetwater Summer Theater Institute and several summers as a teaching artist at the La Jolla Playhouse Young Performer’s Workshop. Lucas currently serves as the Traditional Worship Pastor at Torrey Pines Church; part of the Community Network of Churches.
Harley Estrada Music Engineering, Recording Arts, JDilla grant
Harley Estrada graduated from the SAE Institute of Technology in Los Angeles in 2013, marking the beginning of his career as a freelance audio engineer and roadie. With a diverse portfolio ranging from local shows to regional tours, Harley has collaborated with various artists, including bands like Little Jesus, now signed with Sony.
In response to the challenges posed by the 2019 pandemic, Harley returned to school, achieving three associates: one in Commercial Music, another in Recording Arts and Technology, and a third in Liberal Arts with an Emphasis in Arts and Humanities. Concurrently, he served as a Theatre Operations Technician at the Southwestern College Performing Arts Center for two years.
Harley's professional journey extends across the Southern California border, from Ensenada, Baja California, to Los Angeles. He also teaches at the Coronado Arts Academy, sharing his musical expertise by teaching classes in guitar, ukulele, piano, voice, and music theory.
With a musical journey that began at the age of 12, learning instruments like guitar, bass guitar, tuba, and piano, Harley is currently immersed in recording his own album. Beyond musical pursuits, he takes on a leadership and teaching role for the youth group at the World Mission Society Church of God, contributing to the community through music and education.
Harley Estrada graduated from the SAE Institute of Technology in Los Angeles in 2013, marking the beginning of his career as a freelance audio engineer and roadie. With a diverse portfolio ranging from local shows to regional tours, Harley has collaborated with various artists, including bands like Little Jesus, now signed with Sony.
In response to the challenges posed by the 2019 pandemic, Harley returned to school, achieving three associates: one in Commercial Music, another in Recording Arts and Technology, and a third in Liberal Arts with an Emphasis in Arts and Humanities. Concurrently, he served as a Theatre Operations Technician at the Southwestern College Performing Arts Center for two years.
Harley's professional journey extends across the Southern California border, from Ensenada, Baja California, to Los Angeles. He also teaches at the Coronado Arts Academy, sharing his musical expertise by teaching classes in guitar, ukulele, piano, voice, and music theory.
With a musical journey that began at the age of 12, learning instruments like guitar, bass guitar, tuba, and piano, Harley is currently immersed in recording his own album. Beyond musical pursuits, he takes on a leadership and teaching role for the youth group at the World Mission Society Church of God, contributing to the community through music and education.
Jeff Frank Film, Video Production, Comedy Improv, Behind the Scenes Academy
Jeff Frank is a Video and Television Production specialist currently working in the industry. He has been a Director, Technical Director and Video Engineer at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, since it was opened in 2022. He has been a part of live events from Nation Women's Soccer League Championship Game, Women's Gold Cup Championship, Major League Rugby National Championship, International Lacrosse Championships, SDSU Football, San Diego Wave, and San Diego Legion. Previously, Jeff Frank worked at KUSI-TV in San Diego for nearly a decade, as a Director and Technical Director for Good Morning San Diego news show. Jeff has also been a mainstage cast member of the National Comedy Theatre, performing improvisational comedy and teaching improv through their High School League Program. Jeff Frank is a San Diego native, growing up in Ramona and completing a Bachelor's Degree in Visual Art at the University of California San Diego.
Paul Gallegos Photography
Paul Gallegos is a Graduate of Mesa Junior College AA English Lit., Graduate of SDSU BA English Lit. (Poetry Major), National University teaching credential, UCSD Certification, USD Certification, Vanguard University Certification and a few other institutions.
Surfer, photographer, fisherman, adventurer, world traveler.
Paul Gallegos is a Graduate of Mesa Junior College AA English Lit., Graduate of SDSU BA English Lit. (Poetry Major), National University teaching credential, UCSD Certification, USD Certification, Vanguard University Certification and a few other institutions.
Surfer, photographer, fisherman, adventurer, world traveler.
Roberto Gonzalez Beginning Drama
Valerie Ingram Dance, Dance Force, MPulse, Choreographer, Drama
Valerie Ingram has been employed at the School for the Creative and Performing Arts at Chula Vista High School since 2003. As a staff member of the dance department, she has taught tap, ballet, and jazz to 9th through 12th graders in levels 1-12 and is currently director of the advanced dance ensembles Dance Force and MPulse. The past two years she had added teaching drama to her repertoire. She has choreographed in multiple school musicals here at Chula Vista, most recently Freaky Friday in 2023. As well as many of SUHSD’s Summer Theatre Institute musicals. Choreographing most recently for Mean Girls this past summer break. Over her lifetime, she has been a competitive theater and ballroom dancer, and gymnast. Additionally, she has taught at many dance studios and choreographed for competition. As a performer, she was the rug in Starlight Theatre’s production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, a can-can dancer in Lyric at the Birch’s production of Gigi and has been a member of multiple dance companies and teams throughout San Diego.
Valerie Ingram has been employed at the School for the Creative and Performing Arts at Chula Vista High School since 2003. As a staff member of the dance department, she has taught tap, ballet, and jazz to 9th through 12th graders in levels 1-12 and is currently director of the advanced dance ensembles Dance Force and MPulse. The past two years she had added teaching drama to her repertoire. She has choreographed in multiple school musicals here at Chula Vista, most recently Freaky Friday in 2023. As well as many of SUHSD’s Summer Theatre Institute musicals. Choreographing most recently for Mean Girls this past summer break. Over her lifetime, she has been a competitive theater and ballroom dancer, and gymnast. Additionally, she has taught at many dance studios and choreographed for competition. As a performer, she was the rug in Starlight Theatre’s production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, a can-can dancer in Lyric at the Birch’s production of Gigi and has been a member of multiple dance companies and teams throughout San Diego.
Sonja Garcia Jaime Dance, Choreographer
Sonja Garcia Jaime is a native San Diegan. She has been married for 35 years and has two sons. Her performing career was with the company of Dancemania and Gretchen productions. Over the past forty years she has taught in San Diego at several private dance studios and taught at the United States International University in San Diego, before coming to the Chula Vista Middle and Chula Vista High, School for the Creative and Performing Arts. Sonja has been teaching dance at CVM and CVH for almost 35 years and is currently dance department chair at Chula Vista High School. Sonja Jaime was owner/director of the East County School of Dance in La Mesa for twenty years.
Thomas E. Lynn Visual Arts
Tom Lynn is a proud graduate of Montgomery High School in the South Bay. He studied art there with Barry Parr who would later be one of his colleagues. Mr Lynn has been in the industry of the Visual Arts since receiving his Bachelors in Visual Arts and has continued his education in the arts through graduate school at California State University Long Beach with a Master of Fine Arts degree. Mr. Lynn has been actively teaching in the visual arts department at Chula Vista High School/SCPA for the past 24 years. He continues to read about art, travel to see art, paint, and participate in the visual arts for the past 30 years. He strives to stay on top of the latest technologies associated with the visual arts in today’s ever changing vocational world.
Tom Lynn is a proud graduate of Montgomery High School in the South Bay. He studied art there with Barry Parr who would later be one of his colleagues. Mr Lynn has been in the industry of the Visual Arts since receiving his Bachelors in Visual Arts and has continued his education in the arts through graduate school at California State University Long Beach with a Master of Fine Arts degree. Mr. Lynn has been actively teaching in the visual arts department at Chula Vista High School/SCPA for the past 24 years. He continues to read about art, travel to see art, paint, and participate in the visual arts for the past 30 years. He strives to stay on top of the latest technologies associated with the visual arts in today’s ever changing vocational world.
Randy McCray - Bands, Piano CVM
Anabel Moreno Quezada Administrative Assistant
Anabel Moreno Quezada is a SUHSD Alumni and has been employed with SUHSD since 2015. She has previous classroom experience as an Instructional Assistant and has since switched to an administrative role. Anabel loves spending time with her two daughters who are her biggest pride and joy, the outdoors, attending concerts, and BBQ’s. She currently attends Grand Canyon University, where she is working to obtain her Bachelor of Science in Educational Studies. Anabel is an Arts supporter and encourages student individuality.
Anabel Moreno Quezada is a SUHSD Alumni and has been employed with SUHSD since 2015. She has previous classroom experience as an Instructional Assistant and has since switched to an administrative role. Anabel loves spending time with her two daughters who are her biggest pride and joy, the outdoors, attending concerts, and BBQ’s. She currently attends Grand Canyon University, where she is working to obtain her Bachelor of Science in Educational Studies. Anabel is an Arts supporter and encourages student individuality.
Daniel Moyer Director of Vocal Music, Main Attraction, Silhouettes, Spartan Choir
Daniel Moyer has had the pleasure of directing choral activities at Chula Vista High School since joining the SCPA team in 2024. Mr. Moyer holds a Bachelor of Music degree in Music Education from West Chester University of Pennsylvania with a concentration in vocal music, and a Master of Music degree in Choral Conducting from California State University, Los Angeles. A passionate performer and educator, Daniel Moyer is a tenor soloist and section leader at Church of the Nativity, Rancho Santa Fe. He also teaches individual voice lessons from his home in Hillcrest.
Mr. Moyer’s experience as both a soloist and a member of an ensemble includes performances of choral masterworks, chamber music, opera, and oratorio as well as musical theater, folk, and jazz music. Since moving to San Diego in 2013, Mr. Moyer has sung with a number of organizations including the San Diego Master Chorale, SACRA/PROFANA, San Diego Opera, San Diego Symphony, South Coast Chamber Choir, and Folklore Music Guild.
Daniel Moyer has had the pleasure of directing choral activities at Chula Vista High School since joining the SCPA team in 2024. Mr. Moyer holds a Bachelor of Music degree in Music Education from West Chester University of Pennsylvania with a concentration in vocal music, and a Master of Music degree in Choral Conducting from California State University, Los Angeles. A passionate performer and educator, Daniel Moyer is a tenor soloist and section leader at Church of the Nativity, Rancho Santa Fe. He also teaches individual voice lessons from his home in Hillcrest.
Mr. Moyer’s experience as both a soloist and a member of an ensemble includes performances of choral masterworks, chamber music, opera, and oratorio as well as musical theater, folk, and jazz music. Since moving to San Diego in 2013, Mr. Moyer has sung with a number of organizations including the San Diego Master Chorale, SACRA/PROFANA, San Diego Opera, San Diego Symphony, South Coast Chamber Choir, and Folklore Music Guild.
Trevor Neeb Video Game Design, AP Computer Science Principles
Mr. Neeb, with a wealth of teaching experience spanning over two decades, has passionately educated students across various subjects, including math, English, social studies, and computer science. Holding a bachelor's degree from UC Berkeley, Mr. Neeb has pursued advanced education, earning master's degrees from esteemed institutions such as Stanford University, SDSU, and the University of Birmingham.
Beyond the classroom, Mr. Neeb has demonstrated remarkable endurance by completing over 150 marathons, showcasing his commitment to personal challenges and physical achievement.
In his personal life, Mr. Neeb finds joy in spending quality time with his family and cherished dogs. This multifaceted approach to life encapsulates the diverse pursuits and accomplishments of Mr. Neeb.
Mr. Neeb, with a wealth of teaching experience spanning over two decades, has passionately educated students across various subjects, including math, English, social studies, and computer science. Holding a bachelor's degree from UC Berkeley, Mr. Neeb has pursued advanced education, earning master's degrees from esteemed institutions such as Stanford University, SDSU, and the University of Birmingham.
Beyond the classroom, Mr. Neeb has demonstrated remarkable endurance by completing over 150 marathons, showcasing his commitment to personal challenges and physical achievement.
In his personal life, Mr. Neeb finds joy in spending quality time with his family and cherished dogs. This multifaceted approach to life encapsulates the diverse pursuits and accomplishments of Mr. Neeb.
Deborah Nevin-Armstrong Arts Facilitator
Ms. Nevin-Armstrong became the Arts Facilitator of the School for the Creative and Performing Arts in 2011. She has been a music and arts educator for more than 40 years. In addition to her duties as Arts Facilitator she conducts the band at Southwestern Community College and teaches a music education class to future educators at the University of San Diego. Ms. Nevin-Armstrong earned her Bachelor’s degree in music education from the University of Arizona and her Master’s degree from the American Band College in Ashland Oregon. She has been voted teacher of the year numerous times and was named Instrumental Music Teacher of the Year in San Diego in 2006. Ms. Nevin Armstrong was named Arts Administrator of the year by the California Music Educator's Association in 2019 and in 2022 she was awarded the Arts Empower Ovation Award for Creative Leader in San Diego County.
Ms. Nevin-Armstrong became the Arts Facilitator of the School for the Creative and Performing Arts in 2011. She has been a music and arts educator for more than 40 years. In addition to her duties as Arts Facilitator she conducts the band at Southwestern Community College and teaches a music education class to future educators at the University of San Diego. Ms. Nevin-Armstrong earned her Bachelor’s degree in music education from the University of Arizona and her Master’s degree from the American Band College in Ashland Oregon. She has been voted teacher of the year numerous times and was named Instrumental Music Teacher of the Year in San Diego in 2006. Ms. Nevin Armstrong was named Arts Administrator of the year by the California Music Educator's Association in 2019 and in 2022 she was awarded the Arts Empower Ovation Award for Creative Leader in San Diego County.
Jorge Noriega Print Shoppe
Jorge Noriega studied Music and Art at California State University in San Bernadino. He pursued his passion for creativity, design, and screen printing and started his own signage company in 2008. He continued to work independently until he began to teach printmaking at Chula Vista High School in 2016. When Mr. Noriega is not teaching at CVHS or working on projects for his own company, he enjoys spending time outdoors playing sports, biking, and fishing.
Jorge Noriega studied Music and Art at California State University in San Bernadino. He pursued his passion for creativity, design, and screen printing and started his own signage company in 2008. He continued to work independently until he began to teach printmaking at Chula Vista High School in 2016. When Mr. Noriega is not teaching at CVHS or working on projects for his own company, he enjoys spending time outdoors playing sports, biking, and fishing.
June Rogers - Visual Art CVM
Linda Scott Piano
Linda Scott has been the head of the piano program at the School for Creative and Performing Arts at Chula Vista High School since 1987. She is active as a chamber musician and accompanist in the San Diego area, is a coach at the University of San Diego Summer Chamber Music Festival, and maintains a private teaching studio. While teaching at Chula Vista High, Ms. Scott was also a Lecturer in Piano at the University of San Diego from 1993-2010 and has performed with the San Diego Symphony, Grossmont Pops Orchestra and Salina Symphony in Salina, Kansas. She graduated with honors from the Eastman School of Music with a Bachelor of Music degree and subsequently earned a Master of Music degree from San Diego State University.
Linda Scott has been the head of the piano program at the School for Creative and Performing Arts at Chula Vista High School since 1987. She is active as a chamber musician and accompanist in the San Diego area, is a coach at the University of San Diego Summer Chamber Music Festival, and maintains a private teaching studio. While teaching at Chula Vista High, Ms. Scott was also a Lecturer in Piano at the University of San Diego from 1993-2010 and has performed with the San Diego Symphony, Grossmont Pops Orchestra and Salina Symphony in Salina, Kansas. She graduated with honors from the Eastman School of Music with a Bachelor of Music degree and subsequently earned a Master of Music degree from San Diego State University.
Michelle Blanchard Spielman Visual Arts
Michelle Blanchard Spielman is a visual artist and art teacher at Chula Vista High/SCPA since 1999. A San Diego local, grad of El Capitan High School, she earned a Bachelor of Fine Art degree from the University of California, Santa Cruz (go Banana Slugs!) and a Professional Clear teaching credential in Fine Art from National University. She teaches all levels of visual art, from beginning to A. P. Studio Art ; digital (Computer Art), as well as traditional 2-dimensional, drawing and painting media (Design Studio 1/2 and 5/6.)
Her enduring goal as an arts educator is to help guide students to develop their artistic and creative skills, and ultimately to see the world through an artistic lens and appreciate all of the art, design and natural beauty that surrounds us in our world.
Michelle Blanchard Spielman is a visual artist and art teacher at Chula Vista High/SCPA since 1999. A San Diego local, grad of El Capitan High School, she earned a Bachelor of Fine Art degree from the University of California, Santa Cruz (go Banana Slugs!) and a Professional Clear teaching credential in Fine Art from National University. She teaches all levels of visual art, from beginning to A. P. Studio Art ; digital (Computer Art), as well as traditional 2-dimensional, drawing and painting media (Design Studio 1/2 and 5/6.)
Her enduring goal as an arts educator is to help guide students to develop their artistic and creative skills, and ultimately to see the world through an artistic lens and appreciate all of the art, design and natural beauty that surrounds us in our world.
Suriya Stewart Visual Arts, 3D Design , Costume and Fashion Design
Suriya Stewart is a native San Diegan and a graduate of Valhalla High School in East County. Having been “In love with Art” from an early age, she pursued Art in High School. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Art (visual) from UCLA, and also studied Costume Design at the MFA level while at UCLA. She later earned a Masters degree in Education from National University.Before pursuing her teaching credential. Suriya worked for UCSD and the La Jolla Playhouse for 4 years as the Head Costume Crafts person for all of their professional and student productions. In her free time, she still enjoys painting almost everyday, and has shown work in the San Diego County Fair’s adult exhibition many times. You can catch Suriya doing any number of Art related hobbies at any given time, from sewing, sculpture, jewelry making, drawing or photography. She enjoys all types of Art media.
Suriya Stewart is a native San Diegan and a graduate of Valhalla High School in East County. Having been “In love with Art” from an early age, she pursued Art in High School. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Art (visual) from UCLA, and also studied Costume Design at the MFA level while at UCLA. She later earned a Masters degree in Education from National University.Before pursuing her teaching credential. Suriya worked for UCSD and the La Jolla Playhouse for 4 years as the Head Costume Crafts person for all of their professional and student productions. In her free time, she still enjoys painting almost everyday, and has shown work in the San Diego County Fair’s adult exhibition many times. You can catch Suriya doing any number of Art related hobbies at any given time, from sewing, sculpture, jewelry making, drawing or photography. She enjoys all types of Art media.
Pablo Urbina Drama CVM
Victor Viberos - Guitar CVM
Carrie Wahamaki Dance CVM. Carrie Wahamaki is a proud Chula Vista High School SCPA alumni with over 20 years teaching experience. Carrie Graduated with an MFA in Dance from Loyola Marymount University and a teaching credential from Point Loma Nazarene University. Prior to teaching she performed with various groups in the Los Angeles region, including with teaching artist Stephanie Gilliland. She began her teaching career in South Bay’s Visual and Performing Arts program as the 4th grade teacher and resident choreographer. Carrie is a mother to 4 talented boys and enjoys being at the beach and spending time with family.
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