Faculty

Support Staff

This is my 22nd year in education! I taught first grade for 10 years, and this is my eleventh year as the school counselor. I have attended UTA Arlington, Tarleton State, and Lamar University. I have a Bachelor's in Business Administration, Teaching Certification, Principal Certification, and Masters in School Counseling. I really enjoy family time and also traveling! I love the community and school I work for and look forward to a great year.

Instructional Support

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Regina Maldonado

Hello, my name is Regina Maldonado and I was born and raised in Fort Worth. I graduated from Texas Wesleyan University with a degree in elementary education with an early childhood specialization. This is my sixth year as an instructional coach at George C. Clarke. I began teaching here in 2004 after spending nine years at Worth Heights Elementary. Joining the GCC team has definitely been a highlight in my career. I have taught third, fourth, and fifth grades, but my heart is with those energetic fifth graders. I love the family atmosphere here at Clarke and the positivity of the teachers and staff. I would not want to work anywhere else. I have two children who currently attend Clarke in fifth and second, and a seventh and twelfth grader who came to school here.

My husband Jesse and I have a total of nine children. Yes, nine. Our oldest is 28 and our youngest is 6. They definitely keep us busy, but when I do have some spare time I like trying new recipes and I love to shop. I also love traveling, especially to the beach, and spending time with my family and friends.

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Kyle Murphy

Hi! My name is Kyle Murphy and I have the pleasure of serving as the Data Analyst/Testing Coordinator for the 2022-2023 school year at George C. Clarke. This is my 4th year at Clarke and my 2nd in this role. I love the sense of community that you feel the second you turn into the neighborhood and the family atmosphere that has been built within our school. For the 11 years prior to coming to Clarke I taught PreK, kindergarten, 3rd and 4th grades in Killeen ISD, Dallas ISD, and Fort Worth ISD. I have also taught future teachers at the University of North Texas. In 2017, I earned my PhD in Literacy from the University of North Texas with plans of staying at the collegiate level; however, I realized that my passion lies with elementary children. My husband Josh and I have a spunky 1st grader along with 4 rambunctious dogs. There is never a dull moment in the Murphy household. In my spare time I enjoy traveling, being in the sun, riding ATVs, spending time with my mom, and enjoying pretty days and live music out on a local patio.

Reading Acceleration

Math Support

Cafeteria Staff

Custodians

Teachers

Pre-K

Angelica Ortiz, PK teacher

My name is Angelica Ortiz . I have been teaching for 11 years in FWISD. I've had the privilege of teaching Pre-k, second, third, fourth, and fifth grade.

Each year I strive to build a strong relationship with my students and their families. I truly believe that building relationships and getting to know each and every one of them as human beings makes an impactful difference in their academics. I graduated from Texas Wesleyan University with a bachelors degree in education with an emphasis in math and early childhood. I love to learn so I returned to Texas Wesleyan University to obtain my Masters. I feel as educators we never stop learning. We need to learn new ways to constantly modify our way of teaching.

Joel Menchaca, PK teacher

Maria Montoya, PK teacher

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Carlysa Sides, PK teacher assistant

Mirna Lira, PK teacher assistant

Diana Cortina, PK teacher assistant

Kindergarten

Jennifer Everheart

My name is Jennifer Everheart. This year will be my 16^th year at George Clarke. I have taught 1^st grade, kindergarten, and Pre-K. I love working with the students at George Clarke, and I also love our staff. Our staff goes above and beyond to ensure the success of all students.

I graduated with a B.A. in psychology from The University of Texas at Arlington in 1994, and I received a M.S. degree in social work from The University of Texas at Arlington in 1996. I have also completed graduate level education courses through Tarleton State University. During my free time I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, and hanging out with my dog, Felix.

Denisse Padrón

My name is Denisse Padrón and I teach kindergarten Dual Language. This is my sixth year teaching. I recently graduated from Tarleton State University with a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies. Go Texans!

When I am not at school I enjoy spending time with my mom, sister, and our very active Chihuahua named Pepper.

Leslie Verduzco

1st Grade

2nd Grade

Shannon Brewer

Ianthe Raya

Shayla Brewer

3rd Grade

Sarah Wauson

My name is Sarah Wauson. This is my 7th year as an educator and my first year at George C. Clarke as a Fourth Grade Math/Science teacher. Previously, I taught in Victoria, TX for 3 years in fourth and second grade before moving to the DFW area in 2020. I spent the last 3 years as a second grade educator in Alvarado, TX. I graduated from The University of Texas at Austin in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education with an ESL certification (Hook ‘Em Horns!).

When I am not teaching I enjoy traveling and volunteering in the community. I also enjoy spending time with my husband and two dogs (Trooper and Ranger). My favorite hobbies are reading, crochet, and attending Comic Cons.

My name is Rachel Cadena. I am excited to return to teaching after taking a few years off to be with my children. This will be my fifth year in education. Previously, I taught fifth grade and Pre-k. Transitioning to third grade will be a great adventure!

I hold a bachelor's degree in Christian Ministries and Business Administration from Dallas Baptist University. Currently, I am working to complete my master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction at Tarleton State University. I have a love for learning and enjoy fostering that love within my students.

I am married with six children ages twelve to one years old. In my free time, I enjoy reading, art and craft projects, shopping, and eating a delicious meal with my family.

Kathleen Farmer

Yadira Piceno

4th Grade

Sarah Wauson

My name is Sarah Wauson. This is my 8th year as an educator and my first year at George C. Clarke as a Fourth Grade Math/Science teacher. Previously, I taught in Victoria, TX for 3 years in fourth and second grade before moving to the DFW area in 2020. I spent the last 3 years as a second grade educator in Alvarado, TX. I graduated from The University of Texas at Austin in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education with an ESL certification (Hook ‘Em Horns!).

Nancy Vazquez

Maria Carranza

Hello! My name is Maria Carranza. I attended George C Clarke as a child, so I am excited to be returning to George C Clarke as a teacher. I graduate in 2013 from Texas Wesleyan University with a bachelor’s degree in bilingual education. This is the beginning of my 8th year as a teacher and 11th year in education. Learning is very fundamental and without it we can’t be successful. “I can learn anything. I can know anything. I can be anything.” Besides being a teacher, I am a mom to two beautiful girls that keep me on my toes. We also have a Papillon and Love Birds, so the house is hardly ever quiet. We love to travel and explore new places especially when they have to do with food or activities the girls will enjoy. :) ¡Hola! Mi nombre es Maria Carranza. Asistí a George C Clarke cuando era niña, así que estoy emocionada de regresar a George C Clarke como maestra. Me gradué en el 2013 de la Universidad Texas Wesleyan con una licenciatura en educación bilingüe. Este es el comienzo de mi octavo año como maestra y undécimo año en educación. El aprendizaje es muy fundamental y sin él no podemos tener éxito. “Puedo aprender cualquier cosa. Puedo saber cualquier cosa. Puedo ser cualquier cosa." Además de ser maestra, soy mamá de dos hermosas niñas que me mantienen alerta. También tenemos un Papillon y Love Birds, por lo que la casa casi nunca hay tranquilidad. Nos encanta viajar y explorar nuevos lugares, especialmente cuando tienen que ver con comida o actividades que las niñas disfrutarán. :)

5th Grade

Nelson Cedillo

Chyna Hartfield

Neiza Santos

Specials

Osvaldo Martinez

Hello everyone! My name is Osvaldo Martinez and this will be my third year as a teacher! I graduated from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (V's Up!) with a degree in Music Education in order to fulfil dream as a music educator. Ever since I joined the band program in middle school, I developed a passion for music and have stuck with it ever since. My main instrument is the saxophone, but I also play the flute and many other instruments. I also have a background with jazz performance and love playing at any chance I get. I am very excited to join the GCC family, and I hope to bring many great ideas about music to GCC that I learned from studying in the diverse culture that is in the RGV area.

I grew up here in Fort Worth, and I am a proud Richard J. Wilson Elementary Alumni! Some of my favorite hobbies are reading, collecting retro video games, going out for walks with my brother, spending time with my friends and family, and of course anything and everything that has to do with music!

Christa Brewer

I have been the art teacher for 19 years at GCC. My favorite thing about being a teacher is watching students grow in their artistic ability and creativity. I graduated from the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma in 2014. My husband and I have live in Fort Worth and we have one son, Jacob, who is in sixth grade. As a family, we like to camp, swim, watch movies and play games. I like to cook with cast iron, drink coffee, and create art.

Eduardo Chiapa

This is my 17th year teaching at George C Clarke Elementary. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education from The University of Texas Arlington. I am Certified in both bilingual education and kinesiology which has allowed me to teach both in the classroom and the gym. My goal at GCC is for my students to enjoy a variety of activities that will motivate them to stay healthy and be active inside and outside of school. My wife, Justine, is a nurse . We both graduated from FWISD's North Side High School , and have been married 13 years. We enjoy spending time with family and friends, taking care of our cat (Tuna), our new puppy (Morty), and traveling.

Special Education

Cecilia Corpany

I have taught in Fort Worth ISD for 17 years. I have loved and learned every minute! I look forward to growing with my students. I have been married for over a decade and I have one son. We are a very busy family. We like to be active when at home with swimming, riding dirt bikes and go karts, visiting parks and arcades. I love to be artistic (not the greatest but that's the point of trying!) and crafty when I have the time.

Rebecca St. Amant

Katherine Nors

My name is Kathy Nors. I attended college at the University of North Texas. I am married with two wonderful kids. This will be my fifth year at George C. Clarke. I am a part of the special education team. I teach reading and writing inclusion and resource. I feel very lucky to work at such a great school in a wonderful community.