Faculty

Greg has served for more than three decades in public education. For thirteen years, he taught high school students and for sixteen years he served as an elementary school principal in the Bay Area. He also served in central office positions aimed at supporting site staff in their quest to build schools that are student-centered. He believes that each of us has a right to tell our own stories. His experience in teaching, coaching, and leading has informed his vision for how we can shift course...

Ravi Kline is an educator, instructional leader, and adjunct professor at the University of San Francisco with more than 22 years of experience in early childhood, special education, instructional coaching, and educational leadership. Their work focuses on creating inclusive and equitable learning environments, strengthening instructional practice, and supporting the professional growth of educators. Ravi brings extensive experience in curriculum design, professional learning, systems...

Irma Nugroho (she/her) was born and raised in Arcadia, Ca and is a proud first-generation Indonesian American. She is also an alum from the University of San Franciso with a bachelor in history and master's in education. While at USF, Nugroho competed on the track and field team, studied aboard through the CASA program, and discovered her vocation as a teacher.

After graduating, Nugroho began working for SFUSD at Starr King Elementary School as a 5th-grade teacher. She now works at the...

Daniel Ruelas is an alumnus of USF, majoring in history during his time on the hilltop while enrolled in the Dual Degree Program (now UTEC). He is now transferring his skills and knowledge to teaching here in the city for SFUSD. In his free time, Daniel enjoys cycling and trail running in the Bay Area, documenting its beauty with his camera.

Kristia Castrillo is a long-time educator with over 18 years of experience of working San Francisco public schools and now offers her expertise as an adjunct instructor at the School of Education.