TKELP at Brittan Acres

Violette Atalla

I have over 17 years of experience working in educational settings, and this is my second year with the San Carlos School District and the TKELP Program. I find working with children to be incredibly rewarding, and I truly enjoy witnessing and being part of their growth. My goal is to foster a supportive and enriching environment that encourages each child to reach their full potential. 

In my free time, I love going on walks and immersing myself in a good book. I also believe that continuous learning is essential, which is why I regularly engage in professional development to further enhance my skills.

Mari Callahan

My name is Mari, and I am excited to be joining the TKELP team at Arundel. I grew up locally and hope to continue teaching in the Bay Area in the future. I am passionate about early childhood education and plan to pursue my teaching credential to teach Kindergarten through 2nd grade.

I attended Sonoma State University, where I majored in Liberal Studies and minored in Early Childhood Studies. I am committed to supporting every student by helping them build strong foundational skills and grow as confident young learners. I look forward to getting to know your children and being part of their learning journey.

Donovan Rickson

I’m Donovan, a musician and SCSD alumnus. I’ve been working with the San Carlos School District since 2022 as a Custodial Sub, and through my frequent interactions with students, I developed an interest in childcare. Outside of work, I greatly enjoy music and play in a few bands across the Bay Area. I’ve really enjoyed my time as a TKELP Aide and look forward to continuing to work with the kids!

Hailey Jennings

Hi, my name is Hailey. I’m 19 and a student at the College of San Mateo, where I’m studying Communications. It’s really special for me to be back at Brittan Acres since I went here as a kid, and I’m so happy to be part of the Bruins community again.

I’ve always loved being around kids, and working with them is something I hope to do long-term. I’m really excited to get to know your children and spend this year learning and growing with them.