Faculty
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Cristelda Gutierrez, Site Director Cristelda has worked with the Bridge program as an Assistant Director for the 2003 and 2004 summers and this is her second year as Site Director. She earned a BS in Sociology and BA in Spanish Studies from Santa Clara University. She continued her studies at Stanford University and received a Masters in Education through the STEP (Stanford Teacher Education Program). During the school year Cristelda enjoys teaching High School Spanish and mentoring students. She also enjoys spending time with her family, friends and whenever possible travelling to new destinations. |
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Andrea Gutierrez, Assistant Director Andrea is a former Bridge (���02) student and is a Woodside Priory School ('07) graduate. After her summer as a Bridge student she worked as a Teacher Assistant for a few years and is thrilled about her new leadership role in the program as Assistant Director for the second year. She will begin her undergraduate studies at University of San Francisco this fall. She enjoys volunteering her time, spending time with family and dancing. |
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Joshua Bookin, Math Teacher Josh taught Algebra 1 in the monthly follow-up Bridge sessions in the 2004-2005 and 2005-2006 school years before joining the faculty for this year's summer session. After graduating with a major in geology from Carleton College, Josh spent his next seven years teaching math, science and economics at Woodside Priory School. Last year, he became a student again to pursue a Master's in Education at Harvard University. In addition to teaching, his passions include playing and coaching soccer, rock climbing, travelling, and discussing ideas. |
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Christine Hemiup, Math & Technology Teacher Christine Hemiup received her BS in electrical engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, and MS at San Jose State University. After working in industry for several years, she found a passion for teaching. She began teaching computer science at Woodside Priory School in 2005. Besides instructing freshman and advanced placement computer science, she also mentored the robotics team and the Asian Club. At Bridge, Christine teaches essential computer skills such as email, Photoshop, and PowerPoint skills, along with interactive computerized instructions in Algebra. Her class allows students to work at their own pace, independently from the rest of the class, yet with the same help and assistance as a traditional math class. Besides teaching, Christine enjoys mountain biking, canoeing, hiking, and gourmet food. |
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Julian Cobian, Leadership Teacher Julian is a music producer and manager. He brings great energy and enthusiasm to the Leadership class, which is being offered for the first time at Bridge this year: ���To Teach is to Touch Someone���s Life Forever��� -Julian J. Cobian |
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Jeff Friedman, English Language Arts Teacher Jeff has taught reading and writing with the Bridge Program since the summer of 2004. Jeff graduated with a major in Anthropology and a minor in Spanish in 1995 from Colorado College. He finished his teaching credential in 1997 from Notre Dame College. He continued his education at National University and earned a Masters in Educational Administration in 2000. Jeff has been a bilingual elementary school teacher for 12 years and currently teaches fifth grade at Stipe School in San Jose. |
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Henry Arredondo, Athletic Director, E.L.A Intern Henry has been with the Bridge program for 8 years. He grew up in Redwood City and attended Woodside Priory School for high school. As a teenager, Henry participated in a program similar to Bridge that delivered leadership and guidance. He thinks of Bridge as an opportunity to help the younger generation, as he was once helped. At Bridge, he serves as a TA and is director of Athletics. |
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Saul Chavez, Co-Athletic Director, Leadership Intern Saul Chavez graduated from Sequoia High School Spring of 2006. He has since finished his freshman year at University of California, Berkeley. Saul will pursue a business related major at Berkeley and he aspires to start his own business in the near future. During his time at Sequoia, Saul was a member of the basketball program all four years. He was a three-year starter on varsity and received many awards for his efforts in the season. In his free time he enjoys time with friends and family, often by playing basketball. |
Teacher Assistants The Teacher Assistants are high school students currently attending Woodside Priory School or are Bridge Alumni who have come back to the Bridge program. They offer academic and social support to current Bridge students, and play a valuable role in the entire program. |
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Servando Barriga Year Entering School : 11th Grade |
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Nathan Feldman Year Entering School: 11th Grade |
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Laura Hohnsbeen Year Entering School: Freshman in College |
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Angelo Ladeza Year Entering School: 12th Grade |
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Zuhayr Mallam Year Entering School: 11th Grade |
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Danny Mendoza Year Entering School: 9th Grade |
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Connor Pierson Year Entering School: 12th Grade |
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Alex Schreiner Year Entering School: Freshman in College |