I will be continuing my journey with St. David School for my 3rd year as our Pre-K Director this upcoming 2024-2025 school year! I have been with the Oakland Diocese since 2013. I graduated with my Associate in Science in Child and Family Studies in 2016 and currently finishing my Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood at Grand Canyon University. I am super excited to get to know all of our fresh faces that have been enrolling throughout the summer and is also getting ready to show off our new and improved Pre-K building!

Year Began at SDS: 2022

Undergraduate Degree & Subject: Child and Family Studies, Early Childhood Education

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Pre-K Supply List

cdunn@csdo.org

“Mrs. McCarthy” has been with SDS for over 20 years as a parent and teacher. She has put both of her children through SDS from PK-8th while also helping out as a sub.

Year Began at SDS: 2010

Undergraduate Degree & Subject: Liberal Studies, BA - San Francisco State University

“Mrs. Mejia” has been in Catholic education for 33 years. She has worked at St. Joseph the Worker as a Teacher’s Adie at the Kindergarten-2nd grade level. Then joined the St. David community as a Kindergarten Instructional Assistant and Willows Teacher. Now, she serves the St. David community as a Preschool teacher. Mrs. Mejia has been with the St. David community for 26 years.

Year Began at SDS: 1998

xsutherlin@csdo.org

My name is Xoshilt Sutherlin (aka Mrs. S or Mrs. Sutherlin). This will be my 6th year working (4th year teaching MAC) at our beautiful school. I graduated from Cal State East Bay with my Bachelors degree in Psychology. I am currently in school to receive my teaching credential from CalState TEACH Fresno (1 more exam WOOHOO). I worked as a preschool teacher/director for six years then decided to step away from teaching to learn the admin side of an elementary school. Saint David School hired me as the school secretary in 2018 where I learned and grew for two years. As much as loved being behind the scenes, I truly missed being around kids and being in a classroom. When the position of K/1 teacher became available I resigned as school secretary and applied for the position. As scared as I was to take this risk, the school admin team at the time saw something in me and trust me to take on this new challenge. I became the new K/1 homeroom teacher and never looked back! This has truly been the BEST life journey I could have ever prayed for.

Kinder and 1st grade are the first real school experience that the little one's have. My job is not only to ensure their academic growth, but to also make school a positive learning experience for them. If the kids can not wait to come back the next day I'm doing my job as their teacher.

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Kinder Supply List

1st Grade Supply List

Year Began at SDS: 2018

Undergraduate Degree & Subject: Psychology, BA - CSU East Bay

Credential: Preliminary Credential, In Progress

ggedeon@csdo.org

My name is Grace Gedeon and I will be teaching the second and third grade MAC class. I am excited to be teaching your children this school year. I have been teaching at St. David School for more than 30 years. My history with St. David started with my son and daughter attending St. David School. My son graduated in 2000 and my daughter in 2003.

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2nd Grade Supply List

3rd Grade Supply List

ggedeon@csdo.org

Year Began at SDS: 1993

Undergraduate Degree & Subject: Liberal Studies, BA - Cal State East Bay

Credential: CA State Teaching Credential

dalmeida@csdo.org

After being a teacher and administrator for 30 years for WCCUSD, from preschool through high school for both general and special education, I decided to retire. Having too much energy and loving education, I applied to teach at St. David's. I bring with me skills in ADR and accommodations/ modifications as needed for students so that each one can learn at the levels they need.

I'm looking forward to an exciting and positive school year teaching 4th and 5th grade English Language Arts and history to your student!

Year Began at SDS: 2024

Undergraduate Degree & Subject: Liberal Arts, BA - CSU East Bay

Graduate Degree & Subject: Administrative Services Credential, MS - CSU East Bay

Credential, publications:

Single Subject Credential in English and English Language Learners

ADR (University of the Pacific); Art History, ASL

Guiding teachers with their own teaching needs

Advocate for students with disabilities

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4th & 5th Grade Supply List

4th Grade Google Classroom

5th Grade Google Classroom

mcalderon@csdo.org

I love making math accessible and enjoyable. I know sometimes it appears a bit daunting. My goal is that your child leaves here feeling confident, fearless in attacking new challenges. I like to have a light-hearted, energized atmosphere in the classroom, often using humor to make learning fun. On a personal level, I am in love with Diet Coke, suchi, paella and listening to rock music.

Here's to a super year ahead of learning and growing together, lots of fun. Let us make this an unforgettable year for your child! Best regards.

Year Began at SDS: 2023

Undergraduate Degree & Subject: Agricultural Engineering, BS - Zamorano University

Graduate Degree & Subject: MBA - EADE Business School, Environmental Economics, MS - UIB

Credential, publications:

Calderón, M., Calderón Maldonado, M., Figueroa Medina, K. G., & Pico Escobar, L. C. (2022). Is marketing the solution for small and medium enterprises? Post-Covid-19 Case. Journal of International Management Studies®, 22(1), 75–79.

Calderón, Miguel, & Maldonado, Mario Alejandro Calderón, & Figueroa, Klever, & Escobar, Lisseth Pico (2020). Adoption of New Technologies in Small and Medium Enterprises. Case of an Automatic in The Retail Payment Process. Journal of International Management Studies®, 20(1), 37-42.​

Calderón, Miguel., Zucchino, Osvaldo., & Calderón Mario Alejandro. (2019). Timing Differences in Customer Orders: An Example in Local Food Service Chain. Review of Business Research, 19(1), 45-49

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4th & 5th Grade Supply List

cferaria@csdo.org

I’m Christian Feraria, and I’m thrilled to join the St.David community. My teaching philosophy centers on creating an inclusive and engaging classroom environment where every student feels valued and inspired to learn. I believe in using a variety of teaching methods to cater to different learning styles and making real-world connections to the material to enhance understanding.

Outside of the classroom, I LOVE traveling! Having the opportunity to study abroad in college sparked my love for travel. To date, I’ve been to 18 countries, so I’ll enjoy bringing social studies and history learning materials to life.

Year Began at SDS: 2024

Undergraduate Degree & Subject: Communication, BA - St. Mary’s College of California

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6th-8th Grade School Supply List

cbanks@csdo.org

I have been in education for 18 years. I have blessed to have worked at Saint Mary's College High School and Justin-Siena High school. My time in education I have taught History, English, and was Dean of Students. Also my daughters attend St. David, one will be in 3rd grade and my youngest will be starting in Kindergarten this year.

Year Began at SDS: 2024

Undergraduate Degree & Subject: Political Science, BA - Arizona State University

Graduate Degree & Subject: Leadership, MA- St. Mary's College of California

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6th-8th Grade School Supply List

6th Grade Google Classroom

7th Grade Google Classroom

8th Grade Google Classroom

amurillo@csdo.org

I have been pretty busy this summer. Lots of new places, wedding planning, pool days, and Disneyland. I am refreshed and ready to begin. I am so excited to get this year started. This will be my 7th year at St. David and it continues to feel more and more like home. I love teaching math and watching students challenge themselves daily.

Year Began at SDS: 2018

Undergraduate Degree & Subject: Communications and Media, BA - Notre Dame de Namur

Graduate Degree & Subject: Education with Bilingual Certification - Santa Clara University

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8th Grade Supply List

Ms. Murillo's Wishlist