Superintendent/Principal - KATE HUFFMAN
This job combines two incredibly important aspects of Kate’s life. Her devotion to public education and her home, Mt Baldy, so it is a great honor and privilege for her to serve as Mt Baldy School’s Superintendent/Principal. In fact, she shares that she feels such profound purpose in this role, it sometimes doesn’t even feel like work. And the fact that her children are third generation Mt Baldy School students underscores the rich history and roots she feels here. Kate began her career in education as a classroom teacher, then moved into leadership roles. She is delighted to have landed at Mt Baldy School and looks forward to what her second year will bring.
TK, Kindergarten & first grade Teacher - alyssa potts
I was born in Upland, California. I have lived in Upland for most of my life and I love it. I have a beautiful 3 year old boy named Lykos. We love to play outside and travel to new places. I received my Bachelors in Human Development (School Age Track) from Cal State San Bernardino and Masters Degree/Credentials in Education with an Emphasis is Social Emotional Learning. Throughout college I worked full time and started my teaching journey at the Upland Unified School District. Working as a long term substitute has been the biggest blessing in my life for many reasons. One being because I have been able to create strong relationships with students and staff from many different schools and grade levels. Also, being a substitute teacher has prepared me so much for my future as a teacher. I am so excited to be a part of the Mt. Baldy community!
second and third grade teacher - Toney Donnell
Toney Donnell teaches our first and second grade combination class. He has a Masters in Education from UCLA, and we’re very excited to have him on our team. The combination of his patience and thoughtfulness in developing and executing engaging learning experiences for his student results in excited joyful teaching and learning in his classroom. He’s got his finger on the pulse of every individual students’ needs and knows their next steps for continued growth.
fourth and fifth grade teacher - laura goddard
Ms. Goddard teaches our fourth and fifth graders. Her experience as a former Response to Intervention teacher provides her with the skills to differentiate and guide each child's educational growth. She's passionate about making content accessible, relevant and comprehensible for her students and loves any chance to get outdoors with them. When teaching science, she sees the outdoors as being a primary educational resource for herself, as well as her students.
sixth, seventh & eighth language arts & social studies teacher - Lindsay Parker
Mrs. Parker was born and raised in the Inland Empire. She is a University of California, Riverside alumna and Ph.D. candidate in United States history with focuses on the American Civil War, twentieth century popular culture, and music censorship. She graduated summa cum laude and is a member of the prestigious Phi Beta Kappa honor society. Mrs. Parker taught in UCR's History Department, lecturing on world history and teaching seminars on the world wars, the Civil War and Reconstruction, and modern pop culture studies. Mrs. Parker is credentialed in history/social sciences and English/language arts, with a math credential pending, and she is thrilled to be a teacher at Mt. Baldy School. Mrs. Parker is an avid film buff, trivia enthusiast, road tripper, and explorer, who often seeks out museums, historical markers, filming locations, comedy clubs, and tourist sites. She can be found playing tug-o-war with her English Bulldog, Sophie, and spending quality time with her husband, friends, and family.
sixth, seventh & eighth grade math, algebra & science teacher - Nora pasma
This year Nora has moved from teaching our third and fourth graders, back to her roots, where she started teaching with our jr. high students. Math and Science are content areas of great interest, enthusiasm and understanding for Nora. She is a flexible, collaborative and patient teacher who can always be counted on to make sure students are having a positive experience. We can’t wait to see what amazing things result from her thoughtful, generous teaching this year.
educational specialist - MEGAN GRAUSAM
Megan Grausam is our Educational Specialist and supports all of our students reach their full potential. Megan is a resident of Mt. Baldy, a parent and an alumni of Mt Baldy School! She is highly skilled in providing the support that all kids need to be successful. She is committed to ensuring that all different learners have positive school experiences every day.
instructional coach - liz flores
Liz Flores began her career at Mt. Baldy School as a Kindergartener 34 years ago. She's thrilled to return as the Instructional Coach, supporting teachers and students in teaching and learning. Prior to coming to work at MBS, Liz spent 15 years as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, new teacher mentor, and curriculum developer. She’s a mama bear to her two Baldy Bears (and one’s still a cub, anxiously awaiting going to school with her big brothers).
Teacher Emails
Teachers are available to assist you! Please email below:
Ms. Potts tk, k, 1 alyssa_potts@mtbaldy.k12.ca.us
Mr. Donnell 2-3 toney_donnell@mtbaldy.k12.ca.us
Ms. Nora 6,7,8 Math/Science nora_pasma@mtbaldy.k12.ca.us
Ms. Goddard 4-5 laura_goddard@mtbaldy.k12.ca.us
Ms. Johnson 6,7,8 ELA/Social Science lindsay_johnson@mtbaldy.k12.ca.us
Ms. Grausam RSP megan_grausam@mtbaldy.k12.ca.us
Below are our support and classified staff:
