Employee Spotlights!
Celebrating Our Amazing EDUPRIZE Team!
At EDUPRIZE Charter Schools, our success is built on the dedication, talent, and passion of our incredible staff. Each month, we celebrate three outstanding team members—one from K-6, one from Jr. High and above in our Gilbert location, and one from our Queen Creek campus—who go above and beyond to make a meaningful impact in our students’ lives.
Join us in celebrating the exceptional educators and staff who bring learning to life every day at EDUPRIZE!
K-6 Spotlight!
Teachers Name: Amy McCracken
Grade/Position:1st grade
Years at EDUPRIZE: 14 (21 total years of teaching)
Fun Fact: I like playing PickleBall and making sourdough bread
Student Quote: Mrs. McCracken teaches us lots of things in a pretty, pretty good way – like reading and history and geography. She also does fun things with us like a sight word Easter Egg Hunt.
Jr. High and High School Spotlight!
Teachers Name: Barb Schollmeyer
Grade/Position: Special Education Teacher 7-12
Years at EDUPRIZE: 14 Years
Fun Fact: I love hiking and spending time with my grandsons.
What they love most about EDUPRIZE: I love the EDUPRIZE community and the wonderful teachers I am surrounded by.
Queen Creek Campus!
Teachers Name: Teresa DeFina
Grade/Position: 6th Grade Full Day
Years at EDUPRIZE: 19 Years
Fun Fact: I love reading and learning so I created a mini library in my home; to top it off I am learning Spanish, Italian, and French on Duolingo.
Student Quote: This is for the good of all: I appreciate everyone who works at our school because they helped create our 3rd A+ rated school award. Without the people that work here our school would not be the same. -Jazlyn N.
💙 Support Staff Spotlight 💙
At EDUPRIZE, we know it takes a village to keep our schools running smoothly—and that village includes the incredible support staff who work tirelessly behind the scenes every day. Our Support Staff Spotlight is a way to recognize and celebrate their dedication, hard work, and the heart they bring to our EDUPRIZE community.
Queen Creek
What they love most about EDUPRIZE: I love how positive and supportive everything is here—it truly feels like a family. Getting to work with the kids every day and seeing them learn, grow, and get excited about things is the best part.
Gilbert
Why Choose EDUPRIZE?
At EDUPRIZE, we are more than a school—we’re a community dedicated to excellence in education. As the only A+ Excelling Charter School in Arizona, we take pride in over 30 years of pioneering academic success. Our small class sizes ensure that every student receives personalized attention, while our innovative approach to education empowers both students and staff to grow and thrive. Join our team and be part of a legacy that inspires the next generation. Click here to apply today!