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April Mickle
Mrs. Mickle has worked in the banking industry for over 15 years when she decided to put her career on hold to spend more time with her family and raise her children at home. Her husband, Jeff is an Engineer/Paramedic for San Bernardino County Fire. Both of her children attend RSMCS. Mrs. Mickle has been on the PTP Leadership team helping to plan and implement numerous events on campus for our students, parents, and faculty. When not here at school, you can find her family on a baseball field, whether it be watching her son play or going to an Angels or Padres game. Her family attends the Bridge Church. She loves working in the front office, helping our students and staff on a daily basis.
Matt Kladnik
Mr. Kladnik brings a rare blend of ministry leadership experience including 11 years of senior pastoring, revitalizing churches, merging ministries, starting new businesses, and coaching church planters. He also brings a passion for Christian education, earning a Master of Divinity degree from The King’s University, and is currently a professor at Life Pacific University. Matt enjoys mountain biking, pickleball, reading, and time with his family. Matt and his wife, Grace, and three daughters, Polly, Mabel, and Annie all love being a part of new adventures. When Matt isn’t connecting with students on campus he is working diligently to ensure the financial and organizational health of the school.
Rhonda Clark
Born and raised in Orange County, Rhonda Clark has lived most of her life in Southern California, except for her toddler years when her family lived on the Kwajalein Atoll in the South Pacific. Mrs. Clark’s education in Accounting and Finance has provided opportunities to work for Christian radio stations Air1 and K-LOVE and in a variety of positions in the financial services industry.
Fueled by her passion for running, Mrs. Clark has completed several marathons and won a handful of local races. She and her husband are the proud parents of two red-headed boys, and they reside in Rancho Santa Margarita.
Julie de Viso
Julie de Viso is dedicated to creating a loving and Christ-centered environment for all who come to RSM Christian Early Ed. Mrs. de Viso has more than 20 years of Early Childhood Education teaching and directing and has a heart for making a difference. Armed with a Bachelor’s degree from California State University Long Beach, along with ongoing professional development in Early Childhood Development from Vanguard University and Saddleback College, Mrs. de Viso is committed to providing the best educational foundation for young learners.
Mrs. de Viso and her husband, Danny, have two children, Ryan and Grace. On the weekends, you can find Mrs. de Viso out taking pictures for her photography collection, which she often enters in local photo contests.
Sarah Olin
Sarah Olin was born and raised in Mission Viejo and has spent most of her life in Southern California. She graduated from UC Santa Barbara with a degree in Psychology and now lives in Rancho Santa Margarita with her husband, Jeff, and two children, Aubrey and Cameron. Mrs. Olin loves serving the families of RSMCS and working alongside the amazing staff. During her free time, she likes to watch her kids’ sports, go to the beach, and hang out with her family and friends.
Heatherdawn Wadleigh
Introducing the tech-savvy force for God, Heatherdawn Wadleigh! With over two decades of experience in the ever-evolving technology realm, she has mastered the art of unleashing the true potential of cutting-edge gadgets and digital wonders. As an enthusiastic advocate of tech empowerment, Heatherdawn thrives on enlightening others on the exhilarating possibilities technology brings to their everyday lives.
Armed with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration/Computer Information Systems, she possesses the perfect blend of technical expertise and patient instruction. Heatherdawn’s innate ability to blend innovation with practicality allows her to effortlessly navigate the digital landscape, unraveling the mysteries of technology and unlocking its full potential for those fortunate enough to cross her path.
Heatherdawn, alongside her partner-in-adventure, Christopher, embarked on an extraordinary journey to RSM Christian School when they followed through on their heartfelt decision to enroll their son, the charismatic William, in Junior Kindergarten at Mission Hills Christian School in 2019. This move ignited a new chapter in Heatherdawn’s life as she obeyed God’s push to redirect her career. While conquering the ever-evolving tech world, Heatherdawn finds solace in dedicating her time to illuminating a path of hope, empowerment, and endless possibilities for children across the globe.
Through her inspiring volunteer work, Heatherdawn plays a pivotal role on the Board of Directors for the not-for-profit organization, Uniforms for Hope. With a powerful vision to empower children globally, Uniforms for Hope strives to remove barriers to education by providing compulsory school uniforms. Heatherdawn’s unwavering commitment to this noble cause highlights her dedication to ensuring every child has access to education.
So, whether she’s unraveling the intricacies of the digital universe or creating pathways for children to break free from the chains of poverty through access to education, Heatherdawn Wadleigh is a dynamic force, driven by her unwavering passion for technology, education, and community-building. Prepare to embark on a captivating journey as you witness her unravel the mysteries of tech, leaving a lasting impact on all fortunate enough to share in her boundless enthusiasm and expertise.
Carrie Gulino
Born and raised in Southern California, Mrs. Gulino earned her Bachelor’s degree from UC Irvine along with an elementary teaching credential and specialization in Early Childhood Education. She and her high school sweetheart, Steve, have been married for more than 40 years. Their children are grown; son Eric is married to Kristina, and daughter, Jessica, is a junior high pastor at Saddleback Church. Eric and Jessica are graduates of Christian schools. Steve and Carrie also have an adorable rescued beagle named Jake.
She has taught all elementary grades, from pre-school to 6th grade, excluding 1st grade. In addition to classroom experience, she has also served in several office and administrative roles, including Community Relations, Assistant to the Principal, Grade Level Coordinator, and Principal at Mission Hills Christian School. Working directly with students and sharing God’s amazing plan for their lives was a deeply meaningful part of her journey. Now, as the Director of Curriculum and Instruction at RSMCS, it is her privilege to work directly with the curriculum and faculty.
In her free time, Mrs. Gulino enjoys any time spent in the mountains or at the beach, reading a great historical fiction book and, most of all, being with her family.
Dara Gould
Dara Gould graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration before earning her Master’s degree in Public Administration with an emphasis in Public Policy from Cal State Dominguez Hills. She has worked for public high schools, in educational marketing, and in finance. She currently lives in Trabuco Canyon with her husband, Chris, and their three children, Christopher, Harlow, and Nolan. During her free time, Mrs. Gould loves to bake bread and travel with her family. Her husband is a college soccer coach, so you will regularly find her on a soccer field.
