Mrs. Razon has 15 years of experience. Seven of those years has been in growing our Preschool Program. If you come and spend a morning in her class, you will see she has found her niche in the 2’s and 3’s class. She loves to have her students experience their learning through their senses. Some of Priscilla’s favorite things are: down time with friends, Starbucks (anytime), and planning party extravaganzas.

Bawboih Muang:

Pre-Kinder

Miss Bawboih has 5 years of experience in the Pre-K classroom. She is a proud Suma Cum Laude alumnus of UNM with a degree in Psychology. She has discovered a hidden passion for working with children. You can see the love and care shine through her eyes while she is building relationships with her students. Bawboih enjoys Mexican food, gym time, singing, and spending alone time with God.

Missy Harriss:

Kindergarten

Miss Harriss graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Early Childhood Education from Southwestern Adventist University in 2010.  She has spent most of her 13-year teaching career teaching PreK through 2^nd grade in Alaska. In Miss Harriss’ free time, she enjoys most things outdoors (camping, kayaking, paddling boarding, hiking, photography, traveling…).   

Darleen Roche:

Grades 1st and 2nd

Mrs. Roche has taught at SVCS for 21 years and her students will end the school year with respect for their classmates, an ability to read, and a love for the Lord. Faith in the Lord inspires her to share His loving kindness with the children. She has a BA in Education and also helps out with the Christmas program. Her hobbies include spending time with her granddaughters & family, reading, painting, piano and walking with her dogs.

Del Jean Murray-

Dickens: Grade 3

Ms. Murray – Dickens has 25 years experience in teaching both church and public schools. She began her education at Southern Adventist University, and holds a BA in music from University of Oregon, and a Masters of Education from Grand Canyon University.  Her hobbies include tea, tea parties, all things Victorian, walking, growing roses, baking bread, and playing piano.  Del Jean counts it an honor to be mother to a daughter and son.  She is always accepting donations for her dark chocolate funds. Feel free to share your charge card information with her 24/7.

Melanie Cano:

Grade 4

Principal

Mrs. Cano graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with a passion to work with kids.  After teaching various grades from 3-8 in California, she joins us for her 16th year of teaching.   She enjoys spending time with her family—her husband of 21 years, teenage daughter, pre-teen son, and dog, and exploring her new home of New Mexico. Her own interests include baking, trying a variety of ethnic dishes, playing the piano, singing, watching musicals and movies, and sleeping in.

Alexandria Gurule:

Grades 5th and 6th

This is Coach Alex. She has a  B.S in Psychology from Southwestern Adventist University. She coached college ball for 2 years and now coach girls basketball at both Sandia View Christian School and Sandia View Academy. Sports has always been her passion and has changed her life for the better and wants to help give that opportunity to the students here. Her favorite chip is Miss Vickie’s jalapeño kettle.

Yvette Chacon:

Grades 7 & 8

Vice Principal

Ms. Chacon has twenty-three years of teaching experience, fifteen of those teaching history at Sandia View Academy.  She is a graduate of the University of New Mexico and has furthered her education at Southwestern Adventist University.  She is a fluent Spanish speaker and her hobbies include writing, knitting, woodworking and learning new forms of craftsmanship.  She is a proud mother of two girls, with who she enjoys learning new things, skills and hobbies.

Diann Gurule:

Secretary-Treasurer

I joined the family in 2009. I started out as an aide in the classrooms then was hired to be the Secretary/Treasurer in 2013. I have a passion for helping young people grow in Christ.

Kim Hoyle:

Athletic Director

Kim is the Athletic Director and one of the coaches for Volleyball. She adores her husband, 3 kids and 3 dogs.  she is passionate about volleyball and is so proud of the whole team and thier hard work. She is also passionate about camping and motorcycles. Her favorite food is spaghetti, and her favorite desssert is mint chocolate chip ice cream.