Staff Directory

Bio coming soon!

Hi! I’m Vicky Cruz, the Operations Manager here at Mayacamas! I’ve been working with middle school students and families since 2015, and I’m so happy to be part of the Mayacamas community.

When I’m not at school helping keep things running smoothly, I’m a busy mom of three! All three of my kids do cheer, so our family life is full of practices, competitions, and lots of cheering from the sidelines.

A few fun facts about me: I’m a Virgo, and fall is my absolute favorite season! 🍂 I love getting to know our students and families, so if you see me around campus, come say hi!

My name is Laurie Brunson, and I am so excited to be teaching ELA and Social Studies again this year! I’ve been teaching for 16 years, and I truly love what I do. I am especially thrilled to be back at Mayacamas for my second year!

Outside of the classroom, my heart belongs to my family. I am blessed with a wonderful husband, four children, and seven amazing grandchildren who keep life bright and busy. When I’m not at school, you’ll usually find me traveling, unwinding at the beach, or lost in a good book.

I’m looking forward to a fabulous school year filled with learning, growth, and discovery together!

Rebeckah Guevara is a recent graduate of California Lutheran University’s Teaching Credential Program and received her Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential in May 2026. Miss Guevara loved making a difference in students' lives during her program at CLU as a student teacher and is very excited to join the Mayacamas team. She looks forward to helping students grow in their academic endeavors and joining a tight-knit community.

Hi, I am Thom Hinesley and this is my second year at Mayacamas. This year I will be the resource teacher and music teacher. I have been teaching for over 17 years as an Education Specialist and I have been performing with choirs as a singer and music director for over 50 years.

I have a bachelor degree in Music Education and a Masters in Education with emphasis in Autism. Currently I am singing with Bel Canto, a local semi professional choir. My greatest loves are my grandchildren Finn and Lili.

My name is Coach Ortega and I am eager to teach all of your students non-traditional sports and traditional ones as well. I focus on breath work, guided meditation and mindfulness strategies in order to help kids cope with stress, anxiety and feeling overwhelmed. I will challenge your kids to use their non dominant side and transfer it to using it at home also while helping around at home. I will use their existing skills or knowledge to help them grow in areas that might need fine tuning.

I invite you all to come visit our playground and see what it is the kids are working on during the school year. I look forward to meeting you all and if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to email me or call the school and set up an appointment for us to meet.

Mandana Saeedian is excited to join the Mayacamas Middle School community as a Science and Math teacher. Having lived and taught in five countries, she brings a global perspective and over a decade of international teaching experience to her classroom. She holds bachelor’s degrees in Biochemistry and Cell & Molecular Biology from San Francisco State University, a Master’s in Educational Technology, and teaching credentials from both the United States and the United Kingdom. Mandana believes the best learning happens when students feel curious, supported, and confident enough to ask questions, think critically, and make real-world connections. Outside the classroom, she enjoys photography, hiking, traveling, and creating art and crafts. She looks forward to getting to know her students and becoming part of the Mayacamas community.

Rachel Sculley is a Napa-based interdisciplinary artist, musician, and educator. Her educational background includes studies in Theory and Practice at California College of the Arts and a BFA in Studio Art with distinction from Sonoma State University. Formerly a member of the Slack Art and Gallery Collective, Sculley creates work that spans formal techniques and imaginative expression.

She is currently expanding her pedagogical practice by pursuing an M.S. in Education and a Single Subject Teaching Credential in Art at Dominican University of California. You can see some of her work here:
https://rachelsculley.wordpress.com/

I’m the Math Instructional Assistant and I also help out during lunch , where I get to spend time with my amazing team of kids. I’ve been part of Mayacamas since day one! I absolutely love shopping, all things beauty, and treating myself to a little self-care. When it comes to food, sushi and a good steak are at the top of my list! I’m so happy to be part of this amazing school community and look forward to another great year together!

Bio coming soon!