Meet Our Educators

Mrs. Yoshihara is passionate about helping people to see that Jesus is on their side every day. A graduate from Washington State University with a degree in General Studies Physical Sciences and a math supporting endorsement, she later earned her Masters

Jodi Griffin graduated from Walla Walla University with a B.S. in elementary education and attended University of California for special education...

Ms. Jimenez has been teaching Kindergarten for 8 years. She has a Bachelors in Elementary Education from Southwestern Adventist University. 

Mrs. Mittleider graduated from Walla Walla University with a B.S. in elementary education and minors in health and special education.

Mrs. Andersen graduated from Walla Walla University with a B.S. in elementary education, and a minor in Spanish.

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Ms. Reyes earned her Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education from Walla Walla University and is thrilled to be joining the team at KSDA!

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Pastor Troy has been involved in youth and collegiate ministries for several years. He graduated with a major in Theology and minors in Biblical Languages and English from Walla Walla University...

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Ms. Stark graduated from La Sierra University with a Bachelor of music/music education. She later earned her master's of music education degree from Western Michigan University...

Mrs. Meeks graduated from Walla Walla University with a degree in business administration and a concentration in marketing...

Mrs. Nelson joined the PSAA team in 2021 with her husband, Stan Nelson, PSAA's math teacher...

Mr. Bokov earned his bachelor’s degree in linguistics in the former Soviet Union at Kabardino-Balkaria State University...

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Mr. Avelar is originally from El Salvador, but has made Seattle his home since 1995. He became an Adventist after arriving in Washington, and enjoys sharing his love of Christ with all of those he meets...