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
ramikaty@gmail.com
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Jennifer Suarez
Kinder Dual Language Teacher
suarezc.jennifer@gmail.com
Leo Navarrete
Leonel Navarrete
First Grade Teacher
leo863fla@gmail.com
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Delmarie Davila
First Grade Dual Language Teacher
delmariedg@gmail.com
Gisselle Gonzalez
Gisselle Gonzalez
Teacher Aide
giselleg068@gmail.com
Noirian Lopez optimized
Noirian Lopez
Teacher Aide
noirianlopez@gmail.com
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Katherine Figueroa
Teacher Aide
Kathivette623@yahoo.com
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Yvette Macedonio
Teacher Aide
Ymacedonio11@gmail.com
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Jennifer Pagan
ESOL Teacher
britoj25@hotmail.com
Sara Garcia
Sara Garcia
ESE Resource Teacher
saragarcia392@gmail.com
Kaysey Gilbreath
Kaysey Gilbreath
Literacy Instructional Coach
kmg09d@gmail.com
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Cristina Crispin
Office Manager
cvm1288@yahoo.com
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Claudio Aguilera
Bus Driver
claudio.aguilera@rcma.org
Joselito Cordero
Joselito Cordero
Plant Manager
joselito.cordero@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.