Teachers
Geoff Kida
Social Studies & PE Teacher
Currently, Mr. Kida teaches two sections of U.S. History, and one section of: American Government, Economics, World History and PE. He has been teaching high school in Santa Paula, both at SPHS and RHS, for 14 years. He is passionate about teaching, and truly enjoys working in a continuation school environment.
In his spare time, Mr. Kida enjoys spending time with his wife, Sara, and their three children: Parker, Summer and Tallulah. He is an avid hiker, surfer, tennis player, and golfer. While studying at Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo, Mr. Kida earned a Minor in Music, and continues to perform, and play various instruments.
Education:
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Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, B.A. History, 2003. Minor in Music—Piano Performance
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Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, California Teaching Credential, Social Sciences (2005) & English (2010)
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California State University Northridge, M.A. History, 2011. Areas of Focus: Modern U.S. History, Environmental History
Favorite Quote:
"Ask not what your country can do for you, but ask what you can do for your country."
- John F. Kennedy
Gabrielle Geraldizo
English Teacher
This is my second year at Renaissance High, and my second year of teaching! I am very excited to continue working at this wonderful small school and continue growing as an educator. I currently teach two sections of ERWC (English 12), two sections of ELA 11, and one section of ELA 10 and ELA 9.
I am originally from Napa, which is about an hour north of San Francisco. My husband and I moved to Ventura County in 2018 after I finished my degrees and have enjoyed our decision ever since. In my free time, I enjoy reading, playing video games, watching Netflix, and petting our new cat.
Education:
- B.A. English Creative Writing, Humboldt State University, 2017.
- Single Subject Credential: English w/ BCLAD Authorization, 2018.
- M.Ed. Curriculum and Instruction, University of San Diego, 2018.
Favorite Quote:
“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.”
- Arthur Ashe
crystal juarez
Math Teacher
I have worked at Renaissance High School since 2022. I currently teach two periods of Biology, two of Global Science, and one period of Health.
I have lived in Ventura County almost my entire life and am happy to work so close to home. My spare time is spent with my 7-year-old and husband relaxing at home or visiting our families.
Education:
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California State University Channel Islands, B.A. Chemistry, 2017
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California State University, Single Subject Teaching Credential, Science: Chemistry w/ BCLAD Authorization, 2019
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Grand Canyon University, M.A. Curriculum & Instruction, 2022
Favorite Quote:
“Just because you fail once, it doesn't mean you're going to fail at everything. keep trying, hold on, and always, always, always believe in yourself because if you don't, then who will?”
- Marilyn Monroe
Brenda Osuna Roman
Math Teacher
This is my 7th year working for Santa Paula Unified School District and my 1st here at Renaissance High School. I'm so excited to be given the opportunity to join the Renaissance team. I currently teach 2 sections of Financial Literacy, 3 sections of Math 2 and 1 section of Math 1.
When i'm not working, I love to spend time with my husband, Phil and our two dogs: Chip and Chava. I also like to read, bake, or go hiking around Ventura County.
Education:
- University of California, Santa Barbara B.A History, Minor in Mathematics, 2012
- University of Nevada, Las Vegas M. Ed Curriculum and Instruction, 2015
Favorite Quote:
"It isn't what we say or think that defines us, but what we do." Jane Austen.