Sue Davis, Psychologist

I am very happy to be returning as a member of the Support Staff at Hidden Hills.  I have worked in the District as a school psychologist for over 25 years, at all grade levels.  My assignment this year also includes Neil Armstrong School and working with the District’s Rainbow Project.

I received a BA in Psychology from UC Santa Barbara and an MS in Counseling with a credential for School Psychology from CSU Hayward.  Three years ago I completed a year-long post-graduate program in School Neuropsychology and received (and continue to maintain) certification from the American Board of School Neuropsychology.

Here at Hidden Hills, I will work with other members of the Special Ed Team to assess students for learning problems and help develop appropriate educational programs.  I also provide counseling services to Special Ed students and am available for consultation to staff and parents.

I was born and grew up in the Bay Area - third generation Californian!!  I currently live in Livermore with my husband of 38 years and have two daughters attending college.  I love my job, and in my spare time I also enjoy reading, gardening, hiking, and traveling. 

Bob Gage, Instrumental Music

 

 

 

 

 

 

Molly Lein, Resource Specialist

I am thrilled to be a part of the Hidden Hills Community. I have taught in the San Ramon Valley Unified School District for seven years in both regular education and special education. I worked in Salinas City School District prior to coming to San Ramon.

I have an M.A. in special education and five teaching credentials. Working with children has been a life long passion. I have devoted much of my time as a volunteer working with disadvantaged children and children with special needs. I love to travel the world and spend time with my family!

 

 

Teri Locke, Occupational Therapist

 

 

 

 

 

Jan Mahoney, Science Specialist

I teach Science because I love science and I love teaching. I am happy to be at Hidden Hills where there is a lot of excitement about science among the students, families and the staff.

When my family moved to Danville in 2000, I returned to teaching after working as a research scientist and teaching High School in the Palo Alto area. Teaching science to grade levels 1-5 is a challenge, as well as seeing so many HH students in the Science Lab each week! I am hoping that each of the students will gain an appreciation of the world around them and a fascination for learning more and more about how it works.

In my spare time I enjoy gardening (bonsai), reading, hiking, dog showing, music, sports (playing and watching!). However, most of these activities go “on hold” until summer break!

Maria Pan, Science Specialist

I am excited to be part of the Hidden Hills community because Hidden Hills' parents recognize that science has a critical role in their child's education. I share my love of science with the students by showing them how we are surrounded by science, what we learn in class has relevant real-life applications and how fun science can be at the same time.

After moving to the States from Hong Kong, I studied zoology and nuclear medicine. I worked in both government and private sectors until my husband and I settled down in the valley to raise our two daughters. They are currently in Boston completing their master degrees.

In my free time, I enjoy tinkering with computers, cooking for my family and friends, experimenting with different cuisines, traveling, visiting museums and reading.

Nancy Raaum, Vocal Music

Classroom Music Teacher 2nd-5th,  3-5 HH Chorus, and 2nd Grade Training Chorus Director 

I have been teaching classroom music and directing choirs in San Ramon School District since 1996. I left Stone Valley Middle School to be Hidden Hills' very first classroom music teacher!  When I'm not at Hidden Hills, I'm teaching music at Alamo Elementary, where I first started teaching in this district. After school, I teach private piano lessons to children and adults.

I was raised in New Jersey, and over the years have had many moves to other parts of the US, plus10 years overseas.  Everywhere we lived, music has always been an integral part of my life, whether performing, singing, accompanying in church choirs, directing choirs, teaching, or watching my own children perform. My husband and I have 3 grown children who also love to sing, dance and play the guitar.

When I'm not busy being musical, I love to be busy in the garden with my duck, cuddled up with my cat reading a book, or hiking the foothills of Mt. Diablo with my dog.

Paul Sapsford, P.E Specialist

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kelle Lymangrover, P.E Specialist

I am so happy to be apart of the Hidden Hills team! This is my first year at Hidden Hills and my second year teaching Physical Education. I have earned my Bachelor's of Science Degree in Kinesiology and my Teaching Credential for Physical Education at California State University, East Bay.

I have lived here in San Ramon for 25 years and have had the privilege to be apart of this wonderful community. I have been involved in athletics my entire life and have been apart of several teams and organizations in the community. I truly love to help people and especially love working with kids. I have been an educator through the City of San Ramon for five years. My passion in life is teaching kids and athletics. My goal is give back to this community the skills and experiences I was taught. Currently, I am engaged and will be getting married next summer! I look forward to meeting you all and having a great year!

 

Jennifer Johnson-Philips, Techenology Specialist

I’m thrilled and proud to be here at Hidden Hills as the computer teacher. I’m looking forward to sharing my computer knowledge with the students and having them share their knowledge. This is my second year of teaching and my first year at Hidden Hills.

After spending many years in the software industry, I made a career change and received a teaching credential from CSU-East Bay in 2007. The rewards from teaching have been many and has brought me great joy. Seeing students grow throughout the year and their “ah-ha” moments always warm my heart.

In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family and friends. We camp, bike ride, swim, play soccer, and play with computers (of course).

 

Debbie Davis, Resource Specialist

I feel extremely fortunate to be able to join the Hidden Hidden Hills team!  I have taught in all areas of Special Education for the last 20 years in both California and Washington state.  I hold a MA in Curriculum & Instruction and four teaching credentials.

I am passionate about helping students become confident and successful learners.  Being creative, fun and positive in a supportive environment is my approach to motivating students.  I believe teaching specific skills and strategies within the context of good literature allows students to become more effective readers and writers.

I really enjoy reading, gardening, hiking, walking along the beach, painting, traveling and simply spending time with family and friends.

 

 

Melanie Beardslee, Speech

I am very excited to join the Hidden Hills community.  I have ten years of experience as a Speech Therapist, working with children from birth through eighteen years of age.  I earned my B.A. and M.A. from Chico State University and moved to the Bay Area in 1998.  In my spare time I enjoy running, playing tennis and hanging out with my husband and our three and a half year old daughter and two year old son.  I look forward to a great first year at Hidden Hills.