Elementary
D Santa – Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Graduate of the University of North Florida with a B.A. in Education
Mrs. Santa has been teaching for 17 years at Blessed Trinity, 29 years total experience
J. Pardo – Kindergarten Teacher
Graduate of the University of North Florida with a B.A. in Elementary Education.
Masters in Educational Leadership and Administration from George Washington University
IBCCES Certification in Autism
Mrs. Pardo is in her third year of teaching at Blessed Trinity
D. Golino – First Grade Teacher
Graduate of University of North Florida with a B.A. in Education
Mrs. Golino has been teaching for 18 years at Blessed Trinity, 25 total years of experience
J. Praxedes – Second Grade Teacher
Graduate of Nova Southeastern University with a B.S. in Education
Ms. Praxedes has been teaching for 4 years at Blessed Trinity
S. Hinson – Third Grade Teacher
Graduate of University of West Florida with a B.A. in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Certification
Mrs. Hinson has been teaching for 13 years at Blessed Trinity, 27 total years experience
D. Gunning – Fourth Grade Teacher
Graduate of St. John’s University with a B.S. Business Management
Graduate of the University of North Florida with Certification in Education
IBCCES Certification in Autism
Mrs. Gunning has been teaching for 13 1/2 years at Blessed Trinity
M. Burgess – Fifth Grade Teacher
Graduate of St. Leo University with a Bachelors in Elementary Education
Masters in Educational Leadership from Barry University
Ms. Burgess is in her first year at Blessed Trinity, 12 years of educational experience
Middle School
S. Haynes – Sixth Grade Homeroom, Middle School Math & Science
Graduate of the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, PA with a B.S. in Education
IBCCES Certification in Autism
Mrs. Haynes has been teaching 11 years at Blessed Trinity, 23 total years of experience
L. Papet – Seventh Grade Homeroom, Middle School Math and Social Studies
Graduate of U.S. Naval Academy with a B.S. in Political Science
Graduate of U.S Naval Postgraduate School with an M.S. in Information Technology Management
Graduate of Liberty University with an M.Ed in Education and Ed S. in Curriculum and Instruction
Currently pursuing an M.A. in Theology at Catholic Distance University
Mr. Papet is in his first year at Blessed Trinity
R. Tarsitano – Eighth Grade Homeroom, Middle School Language Arts Teacher
Graduate of University of North Florida with a B.A. in Secondary English Education
Mr. Tarsitano is in his third year at Blessed Trinity
P. Langone – Middle School Religion Teacher
Graduate of University of North Florida with a B.A. in Education
IBCCES Certification in Autism
Mrs. Langone has been teaching 15 years at Blessed Trinity, 24 years total experience
Enrichment Teachers
K. Strandes – Art Teacher
Graduate of Jacksonville University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts
Mrs. Strandes has been teaching for 4 ½ years at Blessed Trinity
V. Bolado – Spanish Teacher
Graduate of UADE UCA in Buenos Aires, Argentina with a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications
Graduate of the University of North Florida with a Master’s Degree in Education
Mrs. Bolado is in her second year of teaching at Blessed Trinity and has 4 years of teaching experience
C. Atkinson – Media Specialist
Graduate of Texas A & M University with a B.S. in Business
Graduate of University of North Florida with Certification in Education
Mrs. Atkinson has been teaching for 13 years at Blessed Trinity, 14 total years of experience
D. Slater – Technologist
Graduate of Jacksonville University with B.G.S. in Liberal Arts with concentrations in Management and Psychology
Apple Certified Support Professional, Microsoft Certified Master Instructor
Mrs. Slater is in her third year at Blessed Trinity;19+ years technical instruction and tech support experience
A. McGuire – Physical Education Teacher
Graduate of Slippery Rock University with a B.S. in Physical Education
Mrs. McGuire has been teaching for 6 years at Blessed Trinity
S. Lightfoot – Music Teacher
Studied Music at East Carolina University; Graduate of University of North Florida with a B.S. in Communications
Mr. Lightfoot has been teaching for 4 years at Blessed Trinity
Administration
M. Davis – Principal
Graduate of Pennsylvania State University with B.S. in Rehabilitation Education
Graduate of University of North Florida with Primary and Elementary Certification, Masters in Elementary Education and Educational Leadership Endorsement
Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential – VPK Endorsed
18 years as Principal of Blessed Trinity Catholic School
P. Langone – Assistant Principal – Part-time
Graduate of University of North Florida with a B.A. in Education
IBCCES Certification in Autism
15 years at Blessed Trinity, 24 years total
S. Solano – School Counselor
Graduate of University of Florida with a B.A. in Sociology
Graduate of University of North Florida with a Masters in Education – School Counseling
3 years at Blessed Trinity, 5 years total
D. Slater – Technologist
Graduate of Jacksonille University with B.G.S. in Liberal Arts with concentrations in Management and Psychology
Apple Certified Support Professional
Microsoft Certified Master Instructor
3 years at Blessed Trinity, 19+ years technical instruction and tech support experience
Church Personnel
PARISH OFFICE STAFF
Lorraine Montoto – Parish Business Administrator
Email: lorrainemontoto@btccjax.org
Phone: 904-641-1414
Jeanna Ruschell – Secretary
Email: jeannaruschell@btccjax.org
Phone: 904-641-1414
Aixa Feliciano – Director – Religious Education
Email: prep@blessedtrinitycatholicschool.org
Phone: 904-646-4320
Blessed Trinity Catholic School was established in fall 1999 in a newly constructed building. The facility provided space for administration offices, clinic, a temporary Media Center, and five classrooms. The initial enrollment consisted of 65 students in Pre-Kindergarten through Second Grade. The curriculum consisted of all the core subject areas as well as Music, Art, Physical Education, and Media. Spanish was added as an enrichment class in fall 2000 and Technology in fall 2003.
A new grade was added each school year until the fall of 2005, when the addition of Eighth grade completed our growth. As we grew, the need for additional classroom space was satisfied when an addition to the original building was completed in fall 2002. The new addition provided students with a Media Center, Technology Lab, Art Room, Science Lab, Music Room, Cafeteria and five classrooms. The school reached its highest enrollment of 271 students in 2005-2006 and has since averaged an enrollment of 255 students per year.
A complete copy of the Diocese of St. Augustine Education Syllabus may be viewed in the school office.
The Advisory Board shall assist the Pastor and Principal in the implementation of the policies governing operations of the school and insure that these policies follow the intent and spirit of the policies laid down for the schools in the diocese by the Office for Educational Services.
Its duties and functions are to:
Father Jhon Guarnizo – Pastor
Marie Davis – Principal
Mary De Salvo
Jose Santa
Karen Aldrich
Tim Sullivan
Carl Brown – Parish Liaison
Susan Schmitt – HSA
Blessed Trinity Catholic School provides all students the opportunity to flourish in a Catholic Christian environment through inspired academics, spiritual growth and service to our community.
Following the Bishops’ pastoral “To Teach as Jesus Did”, Blessed Trinity Catholic School strives to assist all students, regardless of race, creed, or ethnic background, in the difficult task of maturing into well-rounded, capable citizens of this great country and followers of Jesus Christ.
As a Catholic School, Blessed Trinity is dedicated to integrating the teaching of God and Gospel values within the total curriculum. Blessed Trinity School develops social and emotional skills through positive guidance techniques set forth by the Parish Community.
We strive to view each child as a unique person with an individual pattern and timing of growth. We endeavor to instruct children in order for them to excel to their full potential.
Working together, the faculty and parents, who are the primary educators, create an atmosphere of love and understanding, in which all students are encouraged to use their God-given gifts and talents to the fullest extent of their potential.
