Mrs. Jennifer Montalban, Principal & 5-10 Language Arts Teacher

Mrs. M loves spending time with her husband and two daughters, and enjoys photography, singing, hula, writing, and Sports Acrobatics gymnastics. Mrs. M earned her Master of Arts in Teaching degree from La Sierra University, is CA State and SDA credentialed, and has over 15 years of working with children from Preschool - 12th grade. Mrs. M desires all students to have a safe place to learn and seek God.

Mr. Jeremy Bayer, 5-10 Math & K-10 PE Teacher

Mr. B and his wife have returned to Arizona after many years away! They have two sons in college and a daughter in high school. Mr. B earned his Bachelor of Social Science degree from the University of Arizona Global Campus with an Education Concentration, is SDA credentialed, and has over 12 years of working with children from Kindergarten - 10th grade. Mr. B loves playing sports with his students!

Mrs. Michelle Ritzer, 5-10 Science/History & 5-8 Bible Teacher

Mrs. R has had a long history with PACS. She was the first teaching principal to teach in our current school building in 2000. Her kids also went through PACS. After teaching in PUSD for about 20 years, she's back again! She enjoys spending time with her husband, children, and grandchildren.

Mrs. Trasa Roth, 3-4 Teacher

Mrs. R enjoys gardening/ landscaping, hiking, sewing, reading, doodling, and singing. But most of all, she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter. Mrs. R earned her Master of Arts in Teaching from Walla Walla University, is WA State certified and SDA credentialed, and has nearly 20 years of experience working with students from Kindergarten - College. Mrs. R's greatest desire is to help her students develop a strong relationship with Christ.

Mrs. Cara Kirk, 1-2 Teacher

Mrs. K enjoys making music, baking, reading, and hiking with her husband and two daughters. Mrs. K received her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Andrews University, and is currently pursuing a Masters degree in Educational Leadership. She is SDA Credentialed and has over 10 years of working with children from Kindergarten through 8th grade. Mrs. Kirk’s greatest joy in the classroom is connecting students with her best friend Jesus!

Mrs. Amalia Guerrero, K Teacher

Mrs. G enjoys hiking, reading, cooking, beautiful sunsets, and spending time with her husband and two daughters. Mrs. G received her Bachelor’s degree in Family Studies & Human Development from the University of Arizona. She has worked as a social worker, parent educator, family consultant, and with RSP students in various capacities in AZ since 2020. Though she's lived in Yuma for the past 20 years, Mrs. G is ready for a new adventure, trusting that God is leading her way!

Mrs. Carol Swinyar, K-9 Music Teacher

Mrs. S teaches K-9 Music, is certified in the Kodaly teaching method, and has over 45+ years of teaching experience. She loves spending time with her 4 grandchildren in the Pacific Northwest.

Mrs. EunSook Jasper, 9-10 Art Teacher & After Care Director

EunSook provides hands-on activities and games for our PACS students who stay for After Care! From Playdough to Perler beads, arts & crafts, and playground fun! Her creativity and love of children is greatly appreciated!

Ms. Nadia Martinez, 3-4 Teacher's Aide

Ms. Nadia is currently majoring in secondary education to become an English teacher, but also has experience with Preschool and Elementary students. In her free time, she enjoys exploring new places, writing, being out in nature, and spending time with friends and family. Fun fact about Ms. Nadia: She graduated from 8th grade at PACS!

Mrs. Martha Lee, 1-2 Teacher's Aide

Mrs. Lee loves assisting in the 1-2 classroom! She enjoys spending time with her husband and family (especially her grandchildren!). She has two granddaughters at PACS! When not in the classroom, Mrs. Lee loves baking, biking, and decorating!

Mrs. Lindsey Toyama, Kindergarten Teacher's Aide

Mrs. T was born and raised in Modesto, CA, and met her husband in grade school. They have two boys. Mrs. T has enjoyed volunteering in classrooms over the years, but their family business (Matco Tools Franchise) is what brought them to Prescott. She enjoys arts/crafts, being out on the lake/water sports, and is also a hair stylist!

Dr. Corraine McNeill, Tutor

Dr. McNeill is a professor at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University. She tutors in Math and Language Arts. When she's not spending time with her family or her students, she enjoys painting professionally!

Mrs. Nancy Despres, Treasurer

Nancy enjoys camping, gardening, reading, audio-books, and math (Sudoku anyone?). She earned a Bachelors degree in accounting later in life, and has put it to good use as the Treasurer at several SDA elementary schools. Nancy has been a hard-working, honest, faithful, and dedicated member of our school staff since March 2022. We are so grateful for her commitment to our church and school!

Mrs. Anita Liepke, Administrative Assistant

Anita has lived in AZ for 3 years, retired in May 2023, and now works at PACS part-time. She and her husband, Michael, have 4 children, 6 grandchildren, and 2 grand-kitties. Anita’s dog, Josefina LaRosa (aka: Joey), runs the entire household. Anita has a business background and has worked in a variety of capacities in Adventist education.

Mr. Carlthron Antoine, After Care

"Mr. Tron" is an energetic man who loves outdoor activities, water/snow, field sports, and flying. He is currently working on his Bachelors degree in Aeronautical Science. He has spent time in Japan studying language, history, and culture while tutoring in both English and Japanese.

Ms. Shirley Furr, After Care

Ms. Shirley has supported PACS for many years! She's served in many capacities over the years - from being on the school board, to cleaning our bathrooms, to serving students in After Care, and more!

Mrs. Amber Bayer, Custodian

Mrs. Bayer's favorite things are her husband and kids! She loves watching them grow into who God has created them to be. In her spare time, she loves hiking and being outdoors. She has two passions: 1) showing others what love and peace God can give if you open your heart to Him and 2) making healthy food and introducing others to good food!

Mr. Jon Ramicone, IT

Jon assists with our technology needs. He lives with his family of 5 and is a new father of twins!

Mrs. Geraldine Reid, Board Chair

Geraldine has had a long history with PACS over the years. We are grateful she's back to serve again - this time in the capacity of Board Chair!

Jason LaJeunesse, Home & School

Jason loves the outdoors - especially mountain biking! He has a beautiful wife and 7 children (4 are adopted!).

Dr. Anthony Jasper, Pastor

Pastor Tony is the Senior Pastor at the Prescott Adventist Church. He has a wife and two sons. Pastor Tony is a huge supporter of our school, and speaks for our Friday Chapels once a month.

Mr. Josh Arevalo, Youth Pastor

A graduate of Oakwood University, Josh is the Associate/Youth Pastor of the Prescott Seventh-day Adventist Church. He loves to travel and explore new places with his wife and daughter. He also loves to sing, play the guitar, write songs, and listen to his record collection. Pastor Josh leads song service and speaks for our Friday Chapel once a month.

Mr. Thomas LaJeunesse, Maintenance

Tom is on campus every week, taking care of the little things and the crazy projects we ask him to do! He enjoys traveling and spending time with his wife, Sharleen.

Mr. Norm Johnston, Maintenance

Mr. Johnston is always on campus with a smile and cheerful attitude. He loves to travel and spend time with his wife, Geneva!