Assistant Principal
Mrs. Vallejo has been at Reseda for six years and is the Assistant Principal over the Middle School. Mrs. Vallejo was previously the Magnet Coordinator for the Reseda Charter High School Science Magnet and Arts, Media, and Entertainment Magnet. Mrs. Vallejo's experience is primarily in Middle School, and she is very excited to support all Middle School families this year.
Contact: llv4652@lausd.net
Office Phone: 818-758-3640
Middle School/Intervention Coordinator
Ms. Brait has been at Reseda Charter for eight years and is the Middle School Coordinator. In addition to being a credentialed teacher, Ms. Brait leads the work around Student Voice and Aspirations school-wide, is the head Cheerleading Coach for both middle and high school, is Assistant Athletic Director, and is the Technology Team Lead at Reseda Charter.
Contact: michelle.brait@lausd.net
Office Phone: 818-758-3637
Academic Counselor
Mrs. Weiss began her career in education as a Middle School English teacher, and after 7 years in the classroom, transitioned into middle school counseling. Since 2011, she has served at the high school level here at Reseda Charter. Mrs. Weiss currently works with grades 7 - 12. She is the counselor for the Police Academy Magnet and has recently returned to her roots, joining the Middle School team supporting 7th and 8th grade.
Contact: trang.weiss@lausd.net
Office Phone: 818-758-3737
Academic Counselor
Mrs. Gonzalez begins her first year at Reseda Charter. With a plethora of experience in Middle School, Mrs. Gonzalez currently works with grades 6 - 12. Mrs. Gonzalez supports all students in the 6th grade.
Contact: yelena.gonzalez@lausd.net
Office Phone: 818-758-3618
School Climate Advocate
Ms. Aguilera has been working at Reseda Charter for many years . This is her third year serving as the School Climate Advocate. As a School Climate Advocate, she supports the joy and wellness of all of our students. She also assists in maintaining a positive, welcoming, and safe school climate for all of our students.
Contact: mariaelena.paniagua@lausd.net
English, History, and Academic Pentathlon
Mrs. Braverman is entering her ninth year of teaching and fourth year at Reseda Charter. She graduated from California State University, Bakersfield with her Bachelor's Degree and teaching credential while simultaneously playing softball all four years. Mrs. Braverman currently coaches the Gold Medal Academic Pentathlon team and the Varsity Softball Team. Having grown up in the San Fernando Valley, Mrs. Braverman loves being a part of the Reseda Regent family.
Contact: emily.bliss@lausd.net
Instagram: @mrsbravermanofficial
ELD and Creative Writing
Contact: alf5716@lausd.net
Music Director
This is Mr. Castro's first year at Reseda Middle School. He is excited to continue building a robust music program at Reseda Charter.
Contact: n.castro1@lausd.net
Math & Science
Mrs. Yang-Davidson is a 25+ year veteran teacher. As a National Board Certified Teacher with experience in grades K-8, her favorite students are middle schoolers. She loves their energy and enthusiasm as they grow towards their high school careers and beyond. Mrs. Davidson looks forward to working with you and your children.
Contact: jsy3302@lausd.net
Math & Accelerated Math
This will be Ms. De Leon's third year at Reseda Charter High School and 21st year of teaching. Ms. De Leon teaches math in both the middle and high school. She has a Master's Degree in Math Education and is excited to be teaching at her alma mater.
Contact: lid8703@lausd.net
Physical Education, Athletic Director
Coach Filtzanidis is the Reseda Charter Athletic Director and Middle School Physical Education instructor. Coach has been teaching for 24 years and has been an Athletic Director for 11 years. Coach Filtzanidis is passionate about athletics and believes that athletics are foundational to a student's educational experience.
Contact: gaf5354@lausd.net
8th Grade Science
Contact: holly.kiamanesh@lausd.net
Physical Education, High School Girls Soccer Coach
Contact: samantha.lopez3@lausd.net
8th Grade Spanish I
Contact: mxo8611@lausd.net
Music Director
This is Mr. Rabaso's first year at Reseda Charter Middle School. Mr. Rabaso has been at Reseda Charter for several years, building a robust band program grades 6-12.
Contact: louis.rabaso@lausd.net
History
6-8th Grade History/6th Grade Geography
Contact: jonathan.loera@lausd.net
7th Grade Math and Science
Contact: yasmin.texpan@lausd.net
English, High School Leadership
This year will be Ms. Zschaechner's fifth year teaching and her second year with Reseda Charter Middle School! Ms. Z is teaching grades 6-8 ELA and one section of 6th grade history. She recently received her Master of Science in Educational Technology and is eager to integrate these skills to facilitate student learning and digital literacy.
Contact: j.zschaechner@lausd.net