Brittan Acres Staff

Brittan Acres Elementary is proud to have an excellent team of educators. A full list of the staff and email addresses can be found on the Contact Us page.

	Suzanne Fast Principal Principal at Brittan Acres since 2019 Teacher for 19 years in 1st-3rd grades in Portola Valley, CA and Las Vegas, Nevada. Love working with all stakeholders to ensure equitable access to an educational program focused on the whole child In spare time, enjoy traveling, mountain biking, hiking, reading and spending time with my husband and two children in the mountains.
	Jenny Goines Administrative Assistant This is my third year in this role, but have been a part of the BA community for years as all 3 of my kids graduated from Brittan Acres. I worked at Gap Inc. for 11 years previously, and at Intel Corp. before that. After filling a number of long term substitute positions throughout the district, I've realized how much joy being around students all day brings me (vs. being in a cubicle!). I love to bake, hike, craft, read and spend time with my family in my spare time. Please stop in to the front office and say hello!
Our Teachers
	Corina Carroll Room 25, TK I have taught Preschool for 35 years, have an AA in ECE, a BS from Portland State, and am a Master’s student in Education. I love teaching Transitional Kindergarten! I have been with San Carlos School District for five years. I grew up in San Carlos and attended Central, San Carlos High, and Carlmont. My sister attended BA years ago. I lived in Korea and Indonesia, teaching at the International School of Busan, Camp Hialeah Department of Defense School, and Jakarta International School. I love exploring by hiking, backpacking, camping, running, cycling, and traveling. I also love activities (mostly eating) with family and friends.
	Diane Bobich Room 26, TK I’m a native Californian. I grew up in San Diego, spent my college years/early career in LA, then migrated to the Bay Area in 1992. I’ve been in the field of early childhood education for the past 3 decades. I started as an elementary teacher (grades 1-3) for the first decade of my career, then fell in love with younger learners when I had toddlers of my own. I’ve worked as a preschool teacher here in the San Carlos School District since 2016 and I’m thrilled to now be a part of the Brittan Acres TK team. When I’m not in the classroom, I enjoy walking/hiking, reading, gardening, and good old-fashioned Family Game Nights when my 3 college-aged kids are home. Spending time in Yosemite is also a highlight. For me, being out in nature is the best way to recharge!
	Wendy Gapastione Room 27, TK I’m looking forward to teaching TK and joining this welcoming, wonderful school! It’s a privilege to teach young learners at the very beginning of their elementary school experience. I got my degree in Child Development from Cal Poly, SLO, and my teaching credential at SJSU. I spent the last 13 years teaching PreK in Redwood City, and before that I taught 2nd grade for 7 years in Menlo Park. When I’m not in the classroom I’m usually out and about with my husband, three teen daughters, and our spoiled labradoodle, Cubby. I grew up in Redwood City and yet I still enjoy discovering new (to me) places around the Bay!
	Pam Edgington Room 4, Kindergarten I started teaching in 2003. Teaching is a second career for me! I have always taught Kindergarten at Brittan Acres. I love spending time in the mountains with my family and dogs, watching college football (Go Ducks, Go Blue) going on dog hikes and spending time with my friends.
	Christina Lee Room 3, Kindergarten I grew up on the Peninsula. I earned my teaching credential and Masters of Education at Notre Dame de Namur. I have been a teacher for 16 years. I have two sons, love a good cup of coffee, a shopping trip, and watching a game on tv (49ers, Warriors, Giants).
	Nicole Stier Room 2, Kindergarten I grew up in Southern California, where I also received my BA in Communications from Cal State Long Beach (Go Beach!) After 20+ years in PR and Marketing, I attended CalStateTEACH and earned my multiple subject teaching credential. Both of my daughters attended Brittan Acres, and during that time I have been a room parent, classroom volunteer and PTA executive board member. This school is home to me. When I’m not in the classroom, I enjoy baking, hiking and hanging out with my husband and two daughters (5th and 7th grade).
	Shannon Wolf Room 1, Kindergarten I started my teaching career in 2007. I was born and raised in San Carlos. I currently live in San Carlos with my husband and two sons. My sons attend San Carlos Schools. In my spare time, I love baking, hanging out with my family, walking my dog, playing board games, and attending sporting events for my family members. During the summer, I like to escape to the mountains with my family and enjoy the lake.
	Molly Beardsley Room 8, Grade 1 I grew up on the Peninsula and graduated from St. Mary’s {Go Gaels!} I’ve taught in San Carlos since 2003 I enjoy spending time with my husband and son, Luke, reading anything and everything I can get my hands on, and relaxing in the mountains.
	Lisa Mohr Room 8, Grade 1 I began teaching in 2012. I grew up on the Peninsula. I received my bachelors degree and multiple subject teaching credential from the University of Redlands. I received my added Reading and Literacy authorization from UCSD extension in 2023. When I am not in the classroom, I enjoy golfing, cooking, walking and spending time with my husband and daughters.
	Corrine Muscat Room 6, Grade 1 I grew up on the S.F. Peninsula and graduated from UCLA. I later attended CSULB, where I earned my Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and subsequently earned a Master's in Educational Administration at NDNU in Belmont. I have taught in public, private, and parochial schools for 25 years with the majority of my teaching career in grades K-2. I live in San Carlos with my husband, my 8-year old daughter.
	Brandon Roslin Room 7, Grade 1 I began teaching in 2006. I'm a Michigan transplant to the Bay Area. I've earned both my Bachelor's and Master's degree in Elementary Education. I love teaching first grade and working with the wonderful students and families in San Carlos! I live in San Francisco and escape to the mountains every chance I get. I enjoy cooking, gardening, traveling, yoga, skiing, and the arts.
	Nancy Layten Room 11, Grade 2 I began teaching right out of college and my first teaching job was in 4th grade here at Brittan Acres. I returned to the district in 2007 after raising my two sons who attended Brittan Acres, Central, and Carlmont. I was born and raised in Sunnyvale. My husband and I have happily lived in San Carlos for 36 years. We are “empty nesters.” I have taught 4th, Special Ed, 3rd, and 2nd grade. This will be my 10th year in teaching first grade. I enjoy reading, crafting, baking, walking my dog, and spending time with my family and friends.
	Eve Mencher Room 9, Grade 2 I have been teaching since 2003. I began teaching in Millbrae and then in the San Mateo - Foster City School District before coming to Brittan Acres. I have taught 5th, 3rd, 2nd, 1st and a ½ combo class. Most of my teaching years have been in second grade. My husband and I have two children. In my free time I enjoy being with close friends, family, swimming, taking hikes/ long walks, yoga, and reading. I hope to one day have a dog. I really like to travel and look forward to doing a lot more of it when it is safe to do so.
	Dan Liner Room 21, Grade 2 I have happily spent half of my life at Brittan Acres. I attended BA from 1974-1979. I had amazing teachers who inspired me to become an educator. My parents continue to live in San Carlos in the same house where I grew up. My first two years of teaching were in San Francisco. I began teaching at Brittan Acres in 2001 and am here to stay. I feel fortunate to work with such amazing teachers and students. I appreciate the supportive parents who make our school such a special place to be. I am beginning my 6th year as the President of the San Carlos Teachers Association. I love to garden, swim, and travel.
	Audrey Chan Room 10, Grade 1 This will be my 15th year teaching at Brittan Acres. I’ve taught in several counties across the greater Bay Area in grade levels Kindergarten through 5th. I love the ocean, mountains, gardening, yoga, art, music, reading, off roading, nature and cooking. I enjoy spending time with all my four legged critters, friends and family.
	Marcy Corea Room 15, Grade 3 I have been teaching since 1996. I started my career in Pleasanton and then moved to San Carlos in 2000. I taught at Arundel until 2014 and then moved to Brittan Acres. I grew up in Pacifica, went to Chico State for my undergrad, and received my teaching credential from San Francisco State. I live here in San Carlos with my husband and our three children. My youngest is now in middle school but all of my kids went to Brittan Acres. I love Lego! In my spare time I love to read, spend time with friends and family, and hang out at the beach. My favorite places to go are Kauai, Tahoe, and Disneyland.
	Deana Hawkins Room 13, Grade 3 I come from a family of teachers, including my husband. I have taught kindergarten through 3rd grade, including all possible multiage combinations of those grade levels too! Mrs. Lansing and I were actually in the same cohort of the same teacher credentialing program, but we didn’t become friends until we both began teaching at Heather School. Now we can’t be separated by anything- unless you count the doorway in our classroom. I love to read, ride my bike, visit Disneyland and Hawaii, entertain people at my house, make things, and read to kids. I live with my two young daughters, my husband, and our adorable dog Honey Bear.
	Alison Lansing Room 14, Grade 3 I’m a Bay Area native and grew up just up the peninsula in Millbrae. I’ve taught for 16 years in the San Carlos school district and have taught all grades from kindergarten to third grade. I co-teach with my best friend which makes everyday extra fun. I live in San Carlos with my husband and two children. I love to exercise, travel, and visit Disneyland with my family.
	Greg Zillmer Room 5, Grade 2/3 I am a proud native Iowan (that’s corn not potatoes), but have been a California resident since 2000. While my undergrad degree is in Business Administration and Psychology, I discovered my real passion for teaching post-grad and received my Masters in Education in 2008. In 2009, I began teaching in second grade and have since journeyed through several years of teaching middle school Science, Math, and Design before making my way back to the friendly faces of primary students here at BA in 2019. I live in San Carlos with my wife and two young children.
Our Special Services Team
	Kimberly Arasato School Counselor I started my career as a teacher and taught 6th grade for 7 years before becoming a school counselor. I have been a school counselor for 21 years at the middle school and elementary school levels in OH, TX and CA. This is my 8th year as a school counselor for SCSD. I have a BS in Elementary Education with a minor in Psychology and a MEd in School Counseling from Bowling Green State University in OH. I have PPSC credentials. I love to travel and have been to 24 different countries. I am a portrait artist currently experimenting with abstract painting. I also enjoy hiking, beaches, nature, family, and the Ohio State Buckeyes football.
	Diane Regonini Speech and Language Pathologist I have been the Speech Language Pathologist at Brittan Acres since 2019 and practicing in the field since 2009. I am a Bay Area native and have not strayed far, collecting degrees at Stanford, Cal and SFSU. This is my second and best career! I have three grown children and enjoy camping with my husband in our vintage VW van. My first job out of college was working as a ranger at Yosemite.
	Jenny Brady Educational Specialist This will be my 12th year as an Education Specialist in SCSD. I was hired in 2010 as a Paraeducator at Brittan Acres and I am excited to be back! I enjoy spending time with my fur baby and hiking.
	Brooke Sibley Reading Specialist I started my teaching career in 2003 and have taught Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade. I have a multiple subject teaching credential and Masters Degree in Teaching Reading from USF. I've been a Reading Specialist in SCSD since 2018. In my spare time I love to take care of my veggie garden, read, and spend time with my husband and two sons.
	Cristina Qunitas School Psychologist
	Karen Ha School Librarian I attended UC Davis and have traversed several career paths but I saved the best for last and am happy to start my 5th year as the BA librarian. I have two girls who attended San Carlos Schools and one is now a Sophomore at Cal Poly and the other a Senior at Sequoia. I’d like to have a goat but for now am happy with my cat, dog and two bunnies.
	Sebastian Cisneros Lead Custodian
	Efren Melgoza Valencia Custodian