Our Faculty

Our School Leaders

Sherrie Paregian

Head of School

“I look forward to building the Stratford community in San Francisco and sharing the spirit and values of our school.”

Sherrie Paregian brings to Stratford School over two decades of experience in education. Sherrie’s Stratford experience includes 4 years teaching and 17 years serving as a Principal or Head of School at the Stratford Los Gatos, Palo Alto, Fremont, San Francisco campuses. In addition to her leadership experience at Stratford, she held a Head of School position at a Bay Area private school. Sherrie currently serves as Head of School for both San Francisco 14th Avenue and Parkside campuses.

Sherrie holds a B.A.in Liberal Studies, M.A. in Education Administration, and California Teaching and Administrative Credentials from San Francisco State University. She greatly enjoys collaborating with and supporting teachers to bring out their individual best, as well as the best in each of their students.  As Head of School, her goals are to uphold and support Stratford’s purpose, ESLR’s, and to contribute to its success in balanced education.

Sherrie has two children who attend Stratford and is also a professional ballroom dancer. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, baking, gardening, going on walks, and riding her bike.

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Maria Rodriguez

Early Childhood Education Director

“I love witnessing firsthand the curiosity children have as they explore, learn and
grow.”

In 2022 Maria joined the Stratford SF14 campus. Maria’s leadership potential has been evident through her various roles within the school. She was a preschool Spanish and science teacher, preschool classroom teacher, elementary summer camp teacher, summer camp coordinator, leader in training and current Early Childhood Director. Her collaborative approach and excellent communication skills have fostered strong relationships within the school community, making her a trusted and respected figure among colleagues and families alike.

Maria earned her Early Childhood Credentials from Saddleback College. Her academic journey has provided her with a solid foundation in child development, curriculum design, and leadership principles.

In her personal life, Maria enjoys the great outdoors, exercising, and enjoying the city’s extensive list of flavorsome restaurants.

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Gaelle Jeune

Director of Admissions & Marketing

“I aspire to connect families with exceptional opportunities in order to pave the way for a brighter future—where education, community, and growth come together to inspire every child.”

Gaelle Jeune is the Director of Admissions for Stratford School’s 14th Ave. and Parkside campuses, while also supporting marketing efforts for all Stratford schools in San Francisco. With a deep passion for education and a strong understanding of school communities, she leads initiatives to connect prospective families with Stratford’s exceptional programs, ensuring a seamless and welcoming admissions process.

Ashley Correia

Office Administrator
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Sara Houston

School Counselor

“I firmly believe that every child has the potential to thrive, and it is our collective responsibility to provide the support and guidance necessary for them to reach their fullest potential.”

Sara Houston is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 9 years of experience supporting students and families in both school and non-profit settings. She received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology (2015), followed by a Masters of Social Work (2019) from Tulane University in New Orleans. She strongly believes that social-emotional regulation and connection are essential for students to achieve success in school and in life. She strives to cultivate environments where every individual in the community feels supported and valued. New to San Francisco, Sara is excited to bring her passion for supporting students and families to the Stratford community! In her free time, she enjoys cooking with loved ones, walking around the city, and practicing yoga.

 

 

Our Faculty

Anthony Mayor

Music Teacher

Aveona Lachica

Preschool Teacher

Benjamin Pavitt

Pre-K Teacher

Brittany Santos

Spanish Teacher

Cole Neal

Extended Day and Lunch, Computer Science Teacher

Erin Keairns

1st Grade Teacher

Georgina Rosales

Preschool Spanish & Science Teacher

Ian Trevithick

5th Grade Teacher

Jacqueline Ng

Preschool English Teacher Mandarin Bilingual Program

Jayden White

Preschool Teacher

Karen Royall

3rd Grade Teacher

Ken Cummings

Security Guard

Lauren Lentz

2nd Grade English Teacher

Lihua (Taylor) Li

Preschool Mandarin Bilingual Teacher

Marco Anaya

Extended Day and Lunch

Margarita Martinez

Kindergarten and 1st Grade English Teacher Mandarin Bilingual Program

Mel Gutierrez

Kindergarten Teacher

Michelle Martinez

2nd Grade English Teacher Mandarin Bilingual Program

Rachael Fenton

2nd Grade Teacher

Sasha Yevelev

PE Teacher

Sheila Sanchis-Tortosa

Elementary Spanish Teacher

Tierra Cummings

1st Grade English Teacher Mandarin Bilingual Program

Wanhua (Mimi) He

Kindergarten Mandarin Teacher

Widhi Rahmahapsari

Lunch and Extended Day Teacher

Xiang (Nina) Guo

3rd Grade Mandarin Teacher

Xinyan (Tracy) Tao

1st Grade Mandarin Teacher