MEET OUR STAFF

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The Faces of Mulberry Community Academy

Creating the best academic foundation for our students begins with our staff and teachers. Every MCA staff member is a champion for the success of our scholars. We work hard to foster a safe and nurturing environment for every child to thrive, because we know that early life experiences shape how a child develops. Our goal is to partner with parents to help their children explore the world around them and develop a passion for lifelong learning.

Katy Ramirez
Katy Ramirez
Kindergarten Teacher
katy.ramirez@rcma.org
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Jennifer Suarez
Kinder Dual Language Teacher
jennifer.suarez@rcma.org
Leo Navarrete
Leonel Navarrete
First Grade Teacher
leonel.navarrete@rcma.org
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Delmarie Davila
First Grade Dual Language Teacher
delmarie.davila@rcma.org
Gisselle Gonzalez
Gisselle Gonzalez
Teacher Aide
giselle.gonzalez@rcma.org
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Katherine Figueroa
Second Grade Dual Language Teacher
katherine.figueroa@rcma.org
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Yvette Macedonio
Teacher Aide
yvette.macedonio@rcma.org
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Jennifer Pagan
ESOL Teacher
jennifer.pagan@rcma.org
Sara Garcia
Sara Garcia
Second Grade Dual Language Teacher
sara.garcia@rcma.org
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Cristina Crispin
Office Manager
cristina.crispin@rcma.org
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Jacqueline Gonzalez
Teacher Aide
jacqueline.gonzalez@rcma.org
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Rosalinda Rosales
After School Coordinator
rosalinda.ortiz@rcma.org
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Luis Anglero
School Guardian
luis.anglero@rcma.org
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Russell Lawrence
Bus Driver
russell.lawrence@rcma.org
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Blanca Flores
School Counselor
blanca.flores@rcma.org
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Margie Arteaga
Charter Academy Custodian
margie.arteaga@rcma.org
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Ruby Ramirez
Charter Academy Food Service
ruby.ramirez@rcma.org
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Maria Jimenez
Bus Driver
marial.jimenez@rcma.org
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Florentina D. McGary
Teacher Aide
florentina.denis@rcma.org
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Ivonne Caballero
Teacher Aide
ivonne.caballero@rcma.org
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Meet Our New Principal

Ms. Dani Higgins

Meet Dani Higgins, the new principal of RCMA Mulberry Community Academy. With over twenty years of experience working for Polk County Schools, Dani is an accomplished and passionate educator dedicated to improving educational opportunities and access for students.

For 17 years, Dani worked with the Title 1 Migrant Education Program, where her advocacy and leadership led her to serve on the governing boards of Central Florida Health Care, Healthy Start Coalition, Called To Serve Farmworkers, and RCMA. She was also appointed to serve on the National Council on Migrant Health to promote better health outcomes nationally for migrant and seasonal farmworkers.

Dani’s commitment to education extends beyond her professional work, as she has served for many years as a Take Stock in Children Mentor. She believes all students can learn and should be given the support needed for success.

As the new principal of Mulberry Community Academy, Dani is excited about the upcoming school year and looks forward to working with the school community to create a positive and inclusive learning environment. Her leadership philosophy is centered around the belief that every student can succeed, and she is committed to providing students with the resources and support they need to reach their full potential.