Kendra Gelrud is an experienced educational professional currently serving as a Math Specialist at The Classical Academies since September 2017. Kendra has also worked as a Substitute Teacher for VUSD, EUSD, and SMUSD from August 2015 to the present and previously held a position as an Art Teacher at San Marcos Unified School District from September 2015 to June 2016. Prior experience includes serving as an Assistant Language Teacher in Comunidad de Madrid from September 2014 to June 2015, where Kendra focused on enhancing English language skills for students. Kendra began their career in customer service at Starbucks from August 2007 to August 2014 and also served as Head Coach for Girls' Jr. High Sports at Calvary Christian School in 2013-2014. Kendra holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies from California State University San Marcos, obtained between 2009 and 2012.
The Classical Academies
The Classical Academies are an organization of award-winning, tuition-free, Certified California Public Charter Schools serving North San Diego County since 1999. With over 4,500 TK-12 students at campuses in Escondido, Vista, Oceanside, and Online, the schools are making a tremendous impact as they reinvent public education. Each campus offers a flexible, personalized educational environment that blends the best of independent study and the traditional classroom experience. Options range from blended in-seat and independent study programs to full-time independent study programs. The hybrid programs are uniquely designed to encourage students to explore their interests, accommodate their learning style and reach their maximum potential by becoming thinkers, communicators, and achievers. In addition to rigorous academics, small class sizes, and an acclaimed character education program students are invited to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities and clubs, such as musical theater, choir, robotics, art, sports, and more. The Classical Academies provide a rare educational option that is open to all students in San Diego County.