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: Meghan Polselli

Grade/Position: 2nd Grade AM FLEX

Years at EDUPRIZE: 23

Fun Fact:She has held a baby tiger!

Student Quote:Mrs. Polselli is creative, happy, positive, loving, slightly strict, and beautiful. She helps us learn and she also gives us some time to play. We love her and we cheered for her so hard during our A+ celebration teacher tug-o-war that she won!

Jr. High and High School Spotlight!

Teachers Name: Mr. Jackson

Grade/Position: Position: World History, U.S. History, Psychology Teacher.

Years at EDUPRIZE: 3 Years

Fun Fact: After college I lived in New Zealand for a year.

What they love most about EDUPRIZE: I love the EDUPRIZE community and the wonderful teachers I am surrounded by.

Queen Creek Campus!

Teachers Name: Kelly Anderson

Grade/Position: Gifted Teacher – Eagles Initiative & Odyssey of the Mind Coach

Years at EDUPRIZE: 19 Years

Fun Fact: I have jumped out of an airplane (Gone Skydiving)!

Student Quote: I love Mrs. Anderson so much and she always knows what to say. One of my favorite quotes from her is this… “There is a difference between waffles and spaghetti. One is uniformed and put together, the other is perfectly imperfect and sloppy. Sometimes we have to be the spaghetti.” – A.J.

💙 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

Support Staff Name: Dolores Martinez (aka Lola)

Position: I.T. & I.C. Support Specialist

Years at EDUPRIZE: 19 years

Fun Fact: As a first-generation Mexican-American and native Spanish speaker, from a migrant working family, my childhood was defined by moving every four months to follow the lettuce seasons across Arizona, California, Colorado, and Texas. Navigating four different schools in a single year taught me early on how to be adaptable and resilient—qualities I proudly carry with me today.

What they love most about EDUPRIZE:I was asked to share my favorite part of EDUPRIZE, if I’m being 100% honest, it’s a three-way tie between my amazing coworkers, the students, and the direct deposit notification I get every other Friday. But seriously, while the paycheck is a plus, it’s the close knit community that keeps me here!

Gilbert

Support Staff Name: Suzanne Everheart

Position: Logic Specialist

Years at EDUPRIZE: 9 years teaching, 16 years as part of the family

Fun Fact: I love stories! Personal stories, book stories, folk stories, science stories – I love learning about the world and the people in it ….And… I have the attention span of a ferret: I will chase every new toy, idea, adventure.

What they love most about EDUPRIZE: Cottages and Community! The thematic instruction allows the kids to really use what they learn…and share it with their families. As a teacher, I am all about applied knowledge and transference of knowledge. Using what we learn and building relationships gives our lives purpose. …Oh! …and the Field! Every recess can be an epic adventure…

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!