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Miss Tate is a Professional School Counselor at Seminary Hills Park Elementary School.  She’s been the school counselor at SHP since 2017.  She received her Bachelors of Science degree in Education from Texas Wesleyan University in Fort Worth, Texas. She was a classroom teacher at Fort Worth ISD and taught various grades. In November of 2009, she earned her Master’s degree in School Counseling and a Masters in Professional Counseling in 2017, both from Amberton University in Garland, Texas. 

Miss Tate has one son, Dillion, who is the love of her life.

Miss Tate believes in a comprehensive counseling program that addresses the academic, college/career, and personal/social development of all students.

Hi!  My name is Ashley Tejeda and I am the new Educational Diagnostician here at SHP!  I am so excited to be here!

I started working in ºÚ¶´ÉçÇø in 2001. I have held positions as a Dual Language Teacher grades 2-5, a Dyslexia Interventionist and now as a Diagnostician.  I even have some Early Childhood experience!  I received my bachelor's degree in California with a double major of Liberal Studies and Spanish.  I was able to attend the University of Costa Rica as a foreign exchange student as part of my degree completion. I have my Masters in Reading with an Emphasis in Elementary Education and am licensed as a Structured Literacy Practitioner.  My most current certification is that of an Educational Diagnostician.

I have been married to my best friend for 20 years and we have two amazing teenage boys.  I love to read, hike, watch TV and garden! 

I am so excited to serve the community that is SHP!

Hello! I'm Mrs. Garcia, I'm a dyslexia teacher at Seminary Hills Park Elementary. This will be my 7th year as a dyslexia teacher and I have been an elementary teacher for a total of 18 years.

A  little about me: I was born and raised in Mexico City. I live with my husband, 2 daughters and 2 dogs named Sally and Ruby. As a family we enjoy camping and playing board games. I love reading and usually read 3 books at a time. 

I'm so excited to have you in my class and see all the great things you will accomplish. Can't wait to see you!

Mrs. Flinn is a Licensed Social Worker who is passionate about helping children and their families handle difficult situations that can prevent learning and growing. Mrs. Flinn helps our students and families through resource referrals, home visits, individual and group counseling as needed, and assisting with crisis intervention. Mrs. Flinn helps our bumblebees be the BEST they can BEE!

My name is Mrs. Cary and I am a Qualified Mental Health Professional here at Seminary Hills. My role as a Navigator is to provide access and referral service coordination to families that are a part of ºÚ¶´ÉçÇø. I also provide support for students and teachers, lead social/emotional groups and help with students who need extra support both inside and outside of the classroom. This will be my second year in this role but my first at SHP and I am so excited!  I graduated from Abilene Christian University in 2018 with my Bachelors in Psychology. I am married and have 3 children, 2 boys (7 and 1) and 1 girl (3). Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family and being outdoors! I am looking forward to a wonderful year here at SHP!

My name is Aura Garcia and I work as a Family Engagement Specialist at SHP since August 2021. I have been with ºÚ¶´ÉçÇø since 2014, starting at Rosemont Elementary School where I learned a lot. I have four children, two boys and two girls: Irving, Zeidy, Christian and Aimee. They are my pride and joy and the reason I wake up every day. I also have a pet schnauzer named Zoey who is six years old and very cute. We live with my father, who has always supported me, and my mother, who lives in Mexico. In my spare time, I practice cosmetology or esthetics, which I have enjoyed since 2000. I also like to dance and sometimes I help quinceañeras with their choreography or paint faces for children's parties. I love seeing children happy with their favorite characters on their faces. Working for SHP has been wonderful and challenging. I work hard to overcome the challenges and help improve the school and the students. I feel great satisfaction when I help families in need. Each student in this school is like part of my family and I feel proud of their achievements. SHP is my second home and I am honored to work under Mrs. Brewer's leadership.

Ashley Saucedo is a Campus Instructional Coach at Seminary Hills Park ES. She graduated from Texas Tech University with a Bachelor of Science in Multidisciplinary Studies. She also graduated from the University of Texas in Arlington with a Masters in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies. This is Mrs. Saucedo's third year at SHP and her 9^h year in education.   

Mrs. Saucedo has three children; two sons and one daughter. In her spare time, she enjoys attending her children’s baseball games, reading, and spending time with her family. She is very grateful to be on the Seminary Hills Park Elementary team! SHP is the place to BEE!  

Hi! - I'm Ms. Hardy.  I have been a librarian in ºÚ¶´ÉçÇø for 17 years, and this is my 5th year at SHP.  I love being a librarian and helping kids meet their new favorite books!  When I'm not working, I love to travel to new places, practice yoga, and, of course, READ!!!

Born and raised in the mountains of New Mexico, Nurse Hoover moved to Texas and earned her Bachelor of Nursing Science (BSN) from Abilene Christian University. She started her career as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Trauma ICU for 2 years, after which she served another 9+ years at Cook Children's before joining the SHP Family in 2019. Having always enjoyed different cultures, Nurse Hoover has also spent considerable time living, learning, and volunteering abroad in various countries including Brazil, the Philippines, Mozambique, and Haiti. While she loves being a school nurse, she also enjoys traveling, exploring the outdoors, cooking, reading, painting, playing piano, serving her church, and spending time with friends and family. 

Ms. Darnell graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University and worked as a social worker for the State of Texas and a non-profit agency in the field of Refugee Resettlement and English as a Second Language.  After attending Tarleton State University, she became an elementary school teacher.  In  2010 she began teaching newcomers to the country in ºÚ¶´ÉçÇø.  Ms. Darnell has been at Seminary Hills Elementary School since 2019.  She enjoys helping students achieve mastery of the English language through small groups.  She works in the SET (Specialized ESL Teacher) program and focuses on working with 2nd-5^th grade students who speak another language at home.  

Hello! My Name Is Liv Gennarelli, and I Am the Speech Language Pathologist Here at Shp. This Is My 2nd Year in Fort Worth, As I Am Originally from the Austin Area. I Received My Bachelor's Degree in Speech Language and Hearing Sciences at Texas Tech University (Wreck Em!) and Went on to Receive My Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders at Baylor University. some of My Favorite Things to Do in My Free Time Are Spending Time with Family and Friends, Finding New Coffee Shops, and Taking My Dog, Ryder, for Long Walks! I Am Looking Forward to Continuing to Meet All of You. Let’s Have a Great Year!

Hi! My name is Andrea Borrego. This is my 2^nd year with ºÚ¶´ÉçÇø and my 1^st year at SHP as the Bilingual SLP. I received my Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Texas Woman's University. In my free time, I enjoy reading, golfing, watching sporting events, and relaxing at home with my cat, Niles. I love to take walks and drink all the coffee. I am so excited for this year and looking forward to meeting you all! Let's have an amazing year, SHP!