DARLENE THIELE, M.A.
Director & Instructor

Ms. Darlene has a B.S. in Elementary Education from the University of Wisconsin and a Master’s Degree in Liberal Studies from Hamline University in Minnesota. She has a Florida teaching license for K-6 and is certified in Mathematics, Science, and English Middle Grades 5-9 and Exceptional Student Education K-12. In addition, she is a member of the Mensa Society. Darlene's instruction is individualized, based on current brain research and differentiated learning styles. She implements a broad range of instructional and technological techniques to prepare students for 21st century learning. She promotes a sense of wonder about the world around us and the inherent pleasure that learning provides. Resume

NOLAN DOFFING
Business Manager & Instructor

Mr. Nolan has a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Florida Gulf Coast University and a Spanish certification from Guayaquil, Ecuador. He draws upon his extensive experiences in mathematics and with travel to teach the subject matter. Using practical applications from everyday life, he engages students in discovering the purpose behind learning a specific skill. Resume

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TONIA WALLIS

Science Consultant

Ms. Tonia has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Environmental Science with a minor in Earth and Space Sciences from Florida Gulf Coast University. She combines her love of the outdoors and photography on her website: www.lifeinclarity.com. Resume

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