Special Areas 

Meet Mrs. Alfonso:

My name is Yelena Febles Alfonso (Mrs. Alfonso) I am a Spanish Teacher. I have a Master's degree in Continuing Education in Spanish-American Literature and its Application to Teaching. I obtained my Temporal Educator Certificate in world language-Spanish last year.  This is my 3rd year as a teacher. It's a privilege to be part of the Special Area of the ACSMAS and a member of the Tigers family! I am so excited to share a wonderful year with everyone. My goal for this school year is to share my love for the Spanish language with my students.

Meet Coach Monteagudo

My name is Jose Monteagudo and I teach Physical Education K-5. I graduated with m Bachelors from Florida International University with a degree in Recreation and Sport Management. In my free time I like to go to the gym, exercise, play sports, hangout with friends/family and go to the beach. This is my 7th year teaching and 2nd year in Academir. I am beyond excited to begin this school year and meet all of the new students.

Meet Mr. Cabrera:

Hello. My name is Alejandro Cabrera, and I hold a Master’s degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology. This is my sixth year in education, and I’m excited to begin another amazing school year. I am passionate about creating engaging learning experiences that help students grow both academically and personally.

In addition to teaching, I lead our Basketball and LEGO Clubs, where students have opportunities to build teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving skills outside the classroom. I look forward to partnering with our students and families to make this a year filled with learning, growth, and fun. Here's to a fantastic school year.

Meet Ms. Evans:

Hello! My name is Camillia Evans, and I am excited to be entering my fifth year as a music teacher and eight year teaching. I am passionate about creating a classroom where every student feels encouraged to explore music, express themselves creatively, and build confidence through singing, movement, rhythm, and performance.

I hold a Master of Arts in Teaching and a Post-Master’s Certificate in Educational Administration and Leadership. I am also currently pursuing my Doctorate in Higher Education, reflecting my commitment to lifelong learning and educational excellence.

I believe music is a powerful way to inspire creativity, teamwork, and confidence while supporting students’ overall academic and personal growth. My goal is to create an engaging, positive learning environment where every child feels valued, challenged, and excited to discover the joy of music. I look forward to partnering with families to make this a wonderful year of learning and musical exploration.

Meet Mrs. Borges-Bishop

Mrs. Anett Borges-Bishop earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Miami International University of Art & Design and holds a Florida Professional Teaching Certificate in Art Education, grades K–12.

With a passion for art and education, Mrs. Borges-Bishop began her teaching career in a private school setting, co-teaching second grade and working with students in Exceptional Student Education (ESE). These experiences shaped her commitment to creating an inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environment.

As the elementary art teacher at AcadeMir Charter School of Math and Science, she encourages students to explore their creativity, experiment with different artistic techniques, and express their unique ideas with confidence. Her goal is to inspire a lifelong appreciation for the arts while helping every student discover their artistic talents and reach their fullest potential.

Fun Fact: Mrs. Borges-Bishop has taught every grade level from Kindergarten through 12th grade!

Favorite Quotes:

“There is no such thing as a dumb question.” — Carl Sagan

“The role of art in education is to help children become more like themselves instead of more like everyone else.” — Sydney Gurewitz Clemens