Alliance for Catholic Education
San Jose
Life in the City
San Jose is the largest city in the Bay Area and home to Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph, the oldest parish in California. Just a short drive to the beach, mountains, or wine country, our community in San Jose is always exploring the beauty of NorCal. From the Summer Jazz Fest to Christmas in the Park, there is so much in the city for us to enjoy.
ACE San Jose
Natalie Endres
St. Elizabeth Seton
3rd Grade
Rosie Fairbanks
St. Elizabeth Seton
2nd Grade
Ben Miltko
St. Frances Cabrini
MS Language Arts
Hometown
Austin, TX
Undergraduate Institution
University of Texas, Austin
Undergraduate Studies
Major: Elementary Education
If you had to pick one word to describe your ACE experience thus far, what would it be? Why?
One word to describe my ACE experience so far would be gratitude. After my first year of teaching I have been filled with so much joy from my community, peers, and students. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve at my school and for the many lessons I have learned and continue to learn each day.
Hometown
Phoenix, AZ
Undergraduate Institution
Benedictine College
Undergraduate Institution
Majors: Elementary Education
Minor: Special Education
What is one of your favorite memories from your first year in ACE Teaching Fellows?
One of my favorite memories from my first year of teaching was when I took my class on a walking field trip to the library. It was amazing to see how excited all of my students were to be able to choose from so many different books and it was great to see them in a new setting. I hope to continue the tradition of walking to the children’s library tradition this year with my new class!
Hometown
Orange, CA
Undergraduate Institution
University of Michigan
Undergraduate Studies
Major: Creative Writing & Literature
Minor: Religion
What is the one thing that you love most about your ACE school? Why?
I deeply appreciate the love from all the parents of my students.