Coming from a family of artists, Mrs. Garcia has art running through her veins. In college, Mrs. Garcia studied art through cultural anthropology before arriving in art education at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff.  Mrs. Garcia also studied art and anthropology in the land down under when she lived in New Castle Australia! She earned a master's degree in Educational Leadership from Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design and is a lifelong learner constantly pursuing educational enrichment. Mrs. Garcia is also a certified yoga instructor!  When she is not in the classroom or the yoga studio, Mrs.Garcia can be found playing outside with her son, her husband, her dog named Salvador Doggie, and her kitty cat, Picasso!  In the winter you will find her cruising slopeside on a snowboard.  In the summer she’s on a beach somewhere with her paddle board or backpacking into the forest. Mrs.Garcia has been teaching art for over 20 years and considers being an art teacher one of her greatest joys and passions.

agarcia@jajags.com

Ms. Grace has been teaching drama, vocal music and other electives for 24 years, 20 of those being at JA. Ms. Grace provides an environment of inclusivity and a safe space for students to explore their abilities while building skills. One of the things she loves most is that students get to be in a musical by simply signing up for the class. Ms. Grace sponsors both Tri-M Music Honor Society and National Thespian honor society. Both of these clubs perform monthly and provide spportunities for students to experience live perfomances on a regular basis. She did her undergraduate studies at CU Denver, Fort Hays, and Witchita State. She received a Masters in Educational Leadership from Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design.

agrace@jajags.com

Ms. Luceri has been teaching at JA since the beginning of the 2004 school year. Originally from New York, Ms. Luceri earned a B.A. in Mass Communication with a minor in Fine Arts from Iona University in New Rochelle, NY. After graduating from college and working for a year in the music industry, Ms. Luceri revisited her love of teaching. She pursued an M.S. in Education from Mercy College in Dobbs Ferry, NY. She is proud to share that she has been an educator for over 25 years.

Other things Ms. Luceri would like you to know about her: 
She was a four-year NCAA Division-I Soccer Player at Iona University. Outside of JA, Ms. Luceri is a 200-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher and is passionate about teaching and practicing yoga. She also loves to spend her free time with her dogs Olive and Maple, going to concerts, and immersing herself in nature.

mluceri@jajags.com

Mr. Moore is a graduate of the University of Colorado, where he earned degrees in Psychology and Education with a specialization in Child Development. Currently, he serves as an elective teacher at Jefferson Secondary Academy, offering a diverse range of classes, including Junior High Animation, Junior High Comics, High School Technical Theater, High School Creative Writing, and High School SAT Prep.

Mr. Moore is dedicated to fostering creativity and self-expression among his students, emphasizing the storytelling aspects of their projects to encourage personal growth and exploration. His teaching philosophy centers on providing students with the creative freedom to develop their ideas and passions while showcasing the endless possibilities of their work.

In addition to his teaching responsibilities, Mr. Moore is actively pursuing his interests in comic creation and is in the process of establishing his own Dungeons & Dragons live play company. In his leisure time, he enjoys outdoor activities such as rock climbing and snowboarding, reflecting his passion for adventure and the outdoors.

jmoore@jajags.com

Simply put, art has always been a significant part of Mrs. Stadler’s life. She truly appreciates this opportunity to share her passions with students and help them learn more about themselves through their artistic expressions and learning new mediums. Mrs. Stadler graduated from Baker University in Kansas with degrees in Studio Art and Psychology. While attending Baker she ran cross country and track in a Baker U uniform. Therefore, in addition to teaching visual art such as ceramics, she coaches high school cross country and junior high track. JA has been Mrs. Stadler’s family for many years as her 3 children have all attended since kindergarten and Mr. Stadler began his career at JA. Moving to Colorado over 25 years ago has allowed her to properly enjoy the outdoors through hiking, paddleboarding, and Jeeping with Mr. Stadler. Currently, Mrs. Stadler spends her “free” time attending her 3 teenagers’ athletic, artistic, and academic pursuits; and reading for book club!

tstadler@jajags.com

Mrs. Wiarda (we- are- duh) is an enthusiastic music educator with over a decade of experience in teaching music and other electives. A passionate musician herself, Mrs. Wiarda presents many fun opportunities for young musicians to hear professional ensembles as she plays the clarinet in both the Denver Pops Orchestra and the Broomfield Symphony Orchestra. 

Mrs. Wiarda holds two Bachelor’s degrees in Music and Clarinet Performance from Truman State University in Missouri and a Master’s in Music Education Degree from Western Illinois University. She believes that every student has the potential to express themselves through music and strives to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all. Mrs. Wiarda loves to spend time with her husband and dog hiking or going for walks. She also loves to golf at least once a week and is working on breaking 100.

lwiarda@jajags.com