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Jacob Kyle

7-8 Teacher; Principal

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When not in the classroom, Mr. Kyle enjoys outdoor activities like hiking and camping. Solving puzzles is another of his hobbies; he enjoys Chess, Sudoku, and Rubik’s Cube puzzles. He also likes cooking and baking vegetarian food in his free time. He grew up on the island of Guam in a large family with three older brothers, three cats, one dog, and a pet duck. Growing up on Guam allowed him to visit many different countries and develop a love of travel.

Julia Abdalla

5-6 Teacher

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Ms. Julia was born and raised in the great state of Texas! She loves spending time with her family and friends, reading, finding cool things at antique stores, and going to the beach (now that she lives in Florida:). In college, Ms. Julia felt the Lord calling her to study education and eventually got called to serve as a student missionary in Majuro, Marshall Islands. She served as a high school history teacher and loved every minute of it! While serving in Majuro, Ms. Julia fell more in love with Jesus, teaching, the mission field, and the islands! While she enjoys doing lots of things, Ms. Julia truly loves sharing Jesus with others, especially her students!

Cecy Caraza

3-4 Teacher

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Born in Mexico and raised in Texas, Mrs. Cecy loves to live now in the Sunshine State with her husband and her dog.
She is passionate about Christian Education and service. Experienced her first year as a teacher in the island of Saipan, Mariana Islands and fell in love with missions. She loves learning new languages and visiting new places to learn about the culture. On her days off, you will find her at the beach with her family or at a coffee shop with her friends.

Tracey-Ann Trail

1-2 Teacher

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I am originally from the beautiful island of Jamaica.
I enjoy playing board games with family and friends, traveling and learning about new cultures, singing in a group or choir, and watching a movie that makes me laugh uncontrollably.
One of my aspiration is to write and publish an inspirational children’s book.
Proudest teaching moments are seeing my scholars persevere and accomplish a goal.

Sarah Velasquez

Kindergarten Teacher

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Teaching is one of her greatest passions. She enjoys watching her student’s grow and learn throughout the school year. Her desire is to make a difference to those she meets. She is married and has a dog. In her free time, Mrs. Velazquez loves running, kayaking, snorkeling, or just relaxing by the beach. Besides loving people, she also really loves animals. You can see her eyes light up whenever she’s around them.

Patti Hall

7-8 Language Arts

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Rhoni Smith

Morning/Aftercare Director

Maria Cordero-Leonor

Administrative Assistant

Gayle Barrett

Office Assistant

Smiling woman with short curly gray hair and glasses, wearing a blue blouse, resting her chin on her hand at a table with a wine glass nearby.

June Tallent

Music Teacher

*All ICJA classroom educators are qualified in accordance with the Florida Department of Education standards by having one or more of the following: A minimum of a bachelor's degree, 3 years minimum classroom experience, and/or special expertise related to their subject matter.

Faculty & Staff

Jacob Kyle

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Biography

Julia Abdalla

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Biography

Cecy Caraza

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Biography

Tracey-Ann Trail

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Biography

Sarah Velasquez

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Biography

Patti Hall

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Rhoni Smith

Maria Cordero-Leonor

Gayle Barrett

June Tallent

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