Staff

Alyssa Anthony - Integrated Science Design 8, Technology of Biology

As a student who attended TUSD schools from kindergarten through 12th grade, Mrs. Anthony is thrilled to be a part of the Legacy Magnet Academy family and TUSD! She has worked in the field of education for nearly a decade and taught middle school science at a private school in Irvine. Mrs. Anthony holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Studies from California State University, Fullerton. She also obtained a post-baccalaureate certification in Speech-Language Pathology from Metropolitan State University of Denver, as well as a passion for science. She then returned to her alma mater, CSUF, to earn her multiple subject teaching credential, and her single subject science credential. Mrs. Anthony prides herself on having a unique educational philosophy. She believes education is a mindset and it extends beyond the scope of the classroom. She plans to teach with a multifaceted and compassionate approach to reach all scholars, producing 21st-century learners. In her free time, she enjoys deep sea fishing, exploring the outdoors on her bike, and spending time with family, friends, and her adorable puppy!

Contact:   aanthony@tustin.k12.ca.us

Sara Blair- Design Thinking CORE 8 and CTE Dramatic Productions & Technical Theater

Mrs. Blair is thrilled to be back for her sixth year with the Legacy team! She has been teaching in TUSD for nineteen years, having previously taught at Hicks Canyon Elementary, Ladera Elementary, and Hewes Middle School. Mrs. Blair has a BA in Musical Theatre from the University of Redlands, her teaching credential from Chapman University, and an MA in Teaching with distinction from National University. She has a CTE credential in Arts, Media, and Entertainment. Mrs. Blair was Ladera Elementary's Teacher of the Year in 2019. As a lifelong Thespian, she is a member of The California Educational Theatre Association and has spent her life performing.  She has found teaching middle school and high school to be the greatest joy of her teaching career. Every day is a wonderful adventure! Mrs. Blair is the director of Legacy Productions, a new and flourishing performing arts program where students learn and produce live productions. She is also the troupe leader of Legacy's International Thespian Society Troupe 10432. When she is not teaching or directing, she can be found at Foo Fighters' concerts, singing karaoke, traveling, or rocking out at her son's rock concerts. Make sure to check out the Legacy Productions website and Instagram to learn about our upcoming productions.    https://tinyurl.com/legacyproductions   

Contact:   sblair@tustin.k12.ca.us

Brittany Bruley- Integrated English & Marketing and Yearbook

Mrs. Bruley is excited to be part of the Legacy family. She teaches tenth-grade English and Yearbook and serves as LMA's Comedy Sportz High School League Advisor. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies and a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from Cal State Fullerton, then continued her education at UC Riverside, where she earned a Single Subject Credential in English and a Single Subject Authorization in Mathematics for grades K–9. Additionally, Mrs. Bruley holds a CTE Credential. A lifelong learner, she continually seeks to grow as an educator and has earned a Master’s degree in Educational Theory and Practice, along with GATE certification and AVID training.

Mrs. Bruley’s journey in the Tustin Unified School District (TUSD) has been defined by her deep commitment to empowering students with confidence, resilience, and a passion for learning. She has worked with students across elementary, middle, and high school levels, as well as in a variety of school settings including Title I, GATE magnet, and entrepreneurship magnet programs. Through these experiences, she has gained a unique perspective on how self-confidence develops over time and the vital role it plays at every stage of a student’s growth. She believes confidence is not just about academic success; it is the foundation for building relationships, collaborating with peers, taking on leadership roles, and stepping outside comfort zones to embrace new experiences. She was honored as Currie Middle School’s Teacher of the Year in 2018 and Legacy Magnet Academy’s Teacher of the Year in 2025. She founded the first ComedySportz High School League team at Legacy Magnet Academy, bringing an innovative blend of improvisation, teamwork, and creativity to students and the community. At the heart of everything she does is a commitment to authenticity, confidence, and resilience—values she strives to instill in her students every day.

Outside of the classroom, Mrs. Bruley loves spending time with her husband and twin girls, whether they are baking together, exploring the beach, or creating new crafts. She has a fascination with sharks and researches them for fun. As a competitive Irish dancer, she embraces rhythm, movement, and a bit of friendly challenge, bringing energy, and passion to everything she does, both at home and in her teaching.

Contact:   bbruley@tustin.k12.ca.us

Hannah Byun-  Business Finance Algebra & Algebra II for Business 

Mrs. Byun is ecstatic to be part of the LMA team! She graduated from UC Irvine with Bachelor’s Degree in International Studies. In 2005, she became a Fulbright Teaching Fellow and taught English at an all-boys middle school in Cheongju, South Korea. Since then she realized her passion for teaching and thrived on interactions with her students. She earned her teaching credential in math at CSU Fresno. She was an intern math teacher at KIPP Academy, Fresno. Since 2008, she has taught middle school math at various areas of California, including Selma, Whittier, Lawndale, and of course, Tustin. In 2019 she was awarded Teacher of the Year from Currie Middle School which is now known as Sycamore Magnet Academy. She is a committed lifetime learner to become the best teacher she can be and help make sense of math to all students who come to her classroom. When she’s not teaching, she loves spending time with her husband and two sons, baking, gardening, crocheting, and sewing. 

Contact:   hbyun@tustin.k12.ca.us

Julie Chang- Chemistry and Engineering Design: Solving Local and Global Challenges 

Mrs. Chang graduated from UC San Diego with a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Physiology and Neuroscience and received her secondary science credential from Cal State Fullerton. She has taught middle school science, Biology, Chemistry, AP Chemistry, Peer Counseling and Peer Leadership in Irvine and Valencia. Mrs. Chang has been recognized with Teacher of the Year awards at two different school sites, contributed to establishing wellness centers at multiple high schools, and loves to instill a passion for learning and curiosity in her classrooms. She enjoys spending time watching movies, eating and traveling with her family. When she is not with her family, she is catching up with former students and staying connected with many of them for years after they leave her classroom.

Contact:  jchang@tustin.k12.ca.us

Christine Chung- Physics & Engineering: Motion by Design

Ms. Chung is excited to join the LMA family! She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Neuroscience from the University of Southern California. After college, she explored her creative side and worked as a merchandising and sales analyst for a New York fashion company, where she thrived on connecting with others and building meaningful relationships.Her passion for connecting with people, teaching, and guiding others through each step of a process eventually led her to education. She built upon her love of working with others while combining it with her lifelong passion for science and went on to earn her Master of Arts in Teaching and teaching credential from the University of California, Irvine. Outside of the classroom, Ms. Chung enjoys spending time with her family—whether that means finding the best places to eat, taking after-dinner walks, or simply enjoying time together. She also loves being by the beach and enjoys surfing and swimming.

Contact:  cychung@tustin.k12.ca.us

Lynda Chung- Marketing, Advertising & Graphic Design, International Business

Mrs. Chung has taught in Tustin Unified since 2004. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting from CSU Fullerton, followed by her Masters in Intermediate Math Education from Walden University. Mrs. Chung worked in Public Accounting for a few years before pursuing her passion of teaching. Prior to joining LMA, she taught at Hillview and Columbus Tustin Middle School. During her free time, Mrs. Chung enjoys hosting and cooking dinner events in her home or throwing block parties for her neighborhood. She also enjoy painting, crafting, sewing, and going on hikes and bike rides with her family. 

Contact:   lchung@tustin.k12.ca.us

Traci DiLellio-  Virtual Enterprise Junior Ventures

Traci DiLellio is so excited to be a part of the Legacy family!  She is looking forward to continuing to be a part of this amazing school and to getting to know the students better.  She has been in education for 30 years (all in Tustin).  Before coming to Legacy, she was a Tustin Unified Instructional Connect Coach.  In this role, she developed and coordinated teacher training workshops on a variety of topics, coached teachers in a variety of educational practices, and worked on the integration of instructional technology in the classroom.  Before that, she taught grades 3-5, where she helped to develop Ladera Elementary’s Innovation Lab and the use of Digital Storytelling.  She served on her school’s Leadership Team and as her site’s Elementary Teaching Assistant Principal.  She is a 2002 and 2013 Teacher of the Year, and has led several professional development workshops, including presenting at the Fall CUE Conference and the California STEAM Symposium.  She holds Master’s Degrees in Educational Administration and Reading and Literacy as well as Administrative and CTE Credentials.  She has a passion for technology, education, and preparing students for the future.  When she is not teaching, Mrs. DiLellio loves to spend time with her family and try new restaurants.  Her husband Jim is a professor at Pepperdine’s business school, and she has two daughters who attended Tustin schools.   

Contact:   tdilellio@tustin.k12.ca.us

Lisa Ebel- 6th Grade 

Ms. Ebel grew up in Tustin and is happy to be a part of Tustin Unified! She graduated from Vanguard University, where she earned a bachelor's degree in Liberal Studies with a minor in Sociology, a multiple-subject teaching credential, and a master's degree in Education: Curriculum and Instruction. She started teaching in 2011, beginning in elementary school before joining us at Legacy. She loves getting to know her students and making learning fun and meaningful! When she's not at school, she enjoys reading, working on creative projects, going for walks in nature, and spending time with friends and family. She’s looking forward to a great school year! 

Contact:  lebel@tustin.k12.ca.us

Ethan Falat- Integrated Science Innovations 7 and Math II Finance and Economy, Business Finance Algebra

Mr. Falat is so excited to be a part of Legacy Magnet Academy. Growing up in a household of teachers, he knew at an early age that he had a passion for teaching and empowering students. This is his seventh year as a teacher and his fourth-year teaching in TUSD. Mr. Falat and his family moved to Southern California from San Jose where he spent three years teaching 6th grade. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Education with a Minor in Mathematics from San Jose State University. He also earned his Teaching Credentials and his Master of Arts in Education from San Jose State University. Mr. Falat used to play semi-professional Ultimate Frisbee for the San Jose Spiders, where he won a national championship in 2015. When Mr. Falat is not in the classroom, he enjoys spending time outside playing sports, going to the beach, and being with his family. His wife Allison is a CPA and works in Orange at SA Recycling. His daughter Lilyana is three and in preschool, while his son Levi is 8 months and is enjoying life with Nana. Mr. Falat loves being part of the LMA community and is looking forward to getting to know each one of you. 

Contact:   efalat@tustin.k12.ca.us

Danielle Fancy- Business Finance Algebra and Algebra II for Business

Mrs. Fancy is an energetic and compassionate educator who is excited to be a part of the Legacy family! She began her career teaching Algebra and AVID, and she is passionate about helping students find success and unleash their inner mathematician. Mrs. Fancy graduated from Cal State University Long Beach with a BS in Mathematics Education and a Single Subject Credential in Mathematics. She also has two CTE Credentials - one in Business and one in Information Communication Technology. Prior to teaching, she spent 15 years in the hospitality industry working in Training & Development, Facilities Management , and IT which helps her incorporate real world experience within her teaching style. Mrs. Fancy enjoys spending time with her husband and two kids.

Contact:   dfancy@tustin.k12.ca.us

Melissa Freeland- Specialized Academic Instruction

Ms. Freeland has been an educator since 2004. She holds a Master’s degree in Special Education from Cal State Long Beach and a Master’s degree in Educational Administration from Concordia University, Irvine. Throughout her career, she has taught in public and private schools in Orange County as well as international schools in Prague, Czech Republic, and São Paulo, Brazil. She joined TUSD in 2017, spending four years at Foothill High School before joining Legacy for the 2021–2022 school year.

At Legacy, Ms. Freeland works with students across grade levels, supporting them in developing the academic, self-advocacy, and executive functioning skills they need to become increasingly independent learners.

Outside of school, Ms. Freeland enjoys running, reading, traveling, and exploring new places near and far. An enthusiastic traveler, she also loves sharing that passion with students through Legacy’s Global Citizens Travel Club.

Ms. Freeland is proud to call Legacy home and looks forward to continuing to support the Legacy community.

Contact:   mfreeland@tustin.k12.ca.us

Mackenzie Fuller- 6th Grade

Mrs. Fuller is very excited to be part of the Legacy team. She graduated from San Francisco State University with her bachelor’s degree in art with an emphasis in Photography. In 2016 Mrs. Fuller graduated from the teaching credential program at Cal State San Marcos with a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. The next year, Mrs. Fuller started teaching 7th grade Humanities at Design 39 Campus in Poway Unified School District. In 2023 she moved here to Orange County with her husband and taught 6th grade Core at Pioneer Middle School. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and going to the beach with her golden retriever Honey Bear!

Contact:   mgrimmer@tustin.k12.ca.us

Angelica Garcia- Technical Business Communications

Ms. Garcia is excited to join the Legacy community as an English teacher! A proud South East Los Angeles native, she brings a deep appreciation for community, storytelling, and the power of education to her classroom. Ms. Garcia earned her B.A. in History from California State University, Los Angeles (CSULA) and went on to earn an M.A. in Teaching and a Social Science Credential from the University of Southern California (USC). She later earned her English Credential from UCLA and an M.A. in Leadership from California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH). Her educational journey reflects her belief in lifelong learning.

Outside of school, Ms. Garcia enjoys reading and writing, live music, crafting, and collecting nostalgia from her childhood and adolescence, especially music, movies and toys. She loves discovering connections between the stories and experiences that shaped her and the interests and perspectives of her students. As she begins her first year at Legacy, Ms. Garcia is excited to become part of the community.

Contact:  angarcia@tustin.k12.ca.us

Tyler Gray-Burrell - Physical Education

Coach Gray is beyond thrilled to be a part of the Tustin Legacy community! He is looking forward to working alongside a wonderful group of staff members to continue to build a strong Physical Education program for years to come. He graduated and received his teaching credential from Cal State Fullerton, where he majored in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Teacher Education. During the past 4 years, Coach Gray was an Elementary PE Teacher for four different school sites in TUSD (Beswick, Hicks Canyon, Estock, and Ladera). Additionally, he works with student-athletes as a coach at Portola High School for girls’ Flag Football in Irvine. He enjoys kayaking, playing basketball, and relaxing on the beach on the weekends!

Contact:   tgrayburrell@tustin.k12.ca.us

Alex Ha- 6th Grade 

Mr. Ha is so excited to join the LMA team as a sixth-grade teacher. He holds a Master's of Education from San Jose State University and received his B.A. from UC Irvine. Mr. Ha has taught for twelve years with the past three years at Ladera Elementary in Tustin. His first nine years of teaching were done in the Bay Area in the Sunnyvale School District where he was recognized as the Sunnyvale School District Teacher of the Year in 2018. Mr. Ha comes with experience coaching elementary robotics, basketball, and wrestling. He hopes to instill a lifelong love of learning in his students and will be your student’s #1 supporter. Mr. Ha has two wonderful daughters entering the first and third grade at Ladera Elementary. Outside of school, he loves playing sports, doing all kinds of outdoor activities, weight training, and of course...thinking about teaching. Mr. Ha cannot wait to meet the LMA students and connect with their families!

Contact:   aha@tustin.k12.ca.us

Molly Healey- US History Through Media Design & Arts, World History By Design

Mrs. Healey is so excited to be a part of the Legacy family here in Tustin Unified!  She graduated from UC Davis in northern California with a Bachelor of Arts in history and a Masters of Education.  Mrs. Healey has a love for history and studying the world around us.  She first started teaching history in northern California and then continued teaching history at El Rodeo Elementary in Beverly Hills Unified.  She then moved to Orange County with her husband and began teaching at Fairmont Private Schools in Anaheim.  Mrs. Healey and her husband have 3 boys that keep them busy!  She loves spending time in the great outdoors with her kids from playing at the beach to exploring National Parks and spending time in Lake Tahoe.  When she is not chasing her boys around or teaching, Mrs. Healey loves to read, swim and play tennis! 

Contact:   mhealey@tustin.k12.ca.us

Matt Ireland- Rapid Prototyping

Mr. Ireland has taught the majority of his career in Tustin Unified. He graduated with a B.S. in Biological Sciences from UC San Diego and received his Teaching Credential and Masters in Education from National University. Mr. Ireland has been teaching Rapid Prototyping, science, and coaching VEX Robotics for the majority of that time. He has been very lucky to work with talented and professional colleagues who have helped to teach him and shape him into the teacher he is today. Mr. Ireland loves hobbies and probably has more than he can manage, but in his free time he enjoys spending time with friends, wife and children, playing music, hiking, road tripping, golfing, working with leather, photography, and fishing. Mr. Ireland truly loves teaching and getting to know his students. He's looking forward to getting to know each of you!

Contact:   mireland@tustin.k12.ca.us

Tiana Isaacs- World History by Design,  Virtual Enterprise

Tiana Isaacs is proud to teach Legacy Magnet Academy’s 9^th Grade World History and 11^th and 12^th grade Virtual Enterprise courses. Mrs. Isaacs has a Bachelor of Arts in Global Affairs and a minor in Business Administration from George Mason University, where she also played four years of Division I soccer. She also has a Master of Education in Educational Technology from Concordia University. Before joining the field of education Mrs. Isaacs has experience working in various business roles in market research, real estate development, and marketing. Mrs. Isaacs utilizes her industry background and Career Technical Education Credentials in Business and Finance, Marketing, Sales, and Services, and Hospitality and Tourism to bring real career experiences to her students. She has both Multiple Subjects and Social Studies teaching credentials and is constantly in the pursuit of knowledge and ways to support her students.  When Mrs. Isaacs is not teaching she is traveling the world, cooking, playing soccer, or enjoying the great outdoors with friends and family.

Contact:   tisaacs@tustin.k12.ca.us

Deanna Johnson- Technology of Biology, Chemistry and Engineering Design: Solving Local and Global Challenges 

Mrs. Johnson is proud to call Legacy home. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Physiology and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Seattle Pacific University and later completed her Master of Arts in Teaching and teaching credential at UC Irvine. Her love of biology began in elementary school, sparked by the excitement of dissecting a squid during a class trip to Catalina Island. In the classroom, Mrs. Johnson enjoys connecting biology to the real world through engaging experiences that foster curiosity, critical thinking, and collaboration. She was inspired to become a teacher by her own school experiences and by her father and grandfather, both longtime educators in Orange County. When she’s not at school, you’ll likely find her spending time with family and friends, traveling, exploring amusement parks, crocheting, listening to audiobooks and podcasts, or baking something sweet to share.

Contact:   dejohnson@tustin.k12.ca.us

Roland Jones- World History by Design and Music Technology for Entrepreneurs

Mr. Jones was educated at K thru 12 level on the Isle of Wight, England, one of only 3 school districts in the country to use the model of elementary, middle, and high school. He loved school so much, thanks to wonderful teachers and opportunities, and as a result he has always had a strong appetite for learning.  Mr. Jones attended Durham University for 3 years and studied Modern History (with a focus on US History). He remained at Durham after graduation for a 4th year where he was a college and student employee having been elected College President.  Between graduating college (1991) and moving to the United States (2003) Mr. Jones worked as a professional musician and an owner of a recording studio. Writing, performing, recording, and producing music has always been central to his life.  He began his teaching career at Tustin High School in 2006 as a long term sub and discovered his passion for working with students. In the years since, Mr. Jones has gained dual credentials in History/Social Science and CTE Arts, Media, and Entertainment. He has used these to teach AP and CP World History, CP US HIstory, CP Geography, and Music Technology. In 2013 Mr. Jones was honored to be selected as one of TUSD’s first Digital Learning Coaches (later known as Connect Coaches) and since that time he has carried the dual role of classroom teacher and district coach. His strong desire is to offer and share all the experiences from these dual roles to the community that is LMA.  Mr. Jones is a husband and father of three boys who have all moved through the TUSD school system and beyond. His wife is an English teacher at Tustin High School. Mr. Jones lifelong passions are music (consuming and creating), reading, cooking, and Liverpool Football Club.

Contact:   rsjones@tustin.k12.ca.us

Erica Kelly- Design Thinking CORE 8,          Virtual Enterprise Junior Ventures

Mrs. Kelly is honored to serve as an 8th-grade teacher at LMA, where she was part of the founding staff when the school opened in 2020. She earned her B.A. in Liberal Studies and Master’s degrees in Education and Reading from the University of La Verne, where she was also recognized as an All-Conference soccer player. In addition, she holds three CTE credentials in Business & Finance, Marketing, Sales & Services, and Manufacturing & Product Development.

With 22 years of teaching experience, including fifteen years in middle school and seven years in elementary school, Mrs. Kelly is beginning her 11th year in the Tustin Unified School District. She was named Teacher of the Year in 2022 and is committed to providing students with meaningful learning experiences that support both academic growth and personal development.

Outside of school, Mrs. Kelly enjoys traveling, supporting all things baseball, and spending time with her family. Her daughter, a Foothill High School graduate, is currently attending college, and her son is a student at Legacy.

Contact:   ekelly@tustin.k12.ca.us

Dr. Steve Kelly- Physical Education

Coach Kelly is fired up to be a part of the LMA team, where he teaches Physical Education. Prior to his time at Legacy, he served as the PE teacher for five TUSD elementary schools. He is also a baseball and softball coach at Foothill High School. Previously, he was a professor of Kinesiology at Vanguard University. Coach has the unique experience of having taught every grade from TK through College throughout his career! Coach Kelly earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Concordia University, Irvine, where he also played for the baseball team. He then went on to a Master's degree in Kinesiology from Cal State Fullerton, and a PhD in Physical Activity, Nutrition, and Wellness from Arizona State University. He is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and holds three CTE Credentials: Business & Finance, Health Science & Medical Technology, and Marketing, Sales, & Services. He is thrilled he gets to work with his wife, Mrs. Kelly. He spends almost all of his afternoons and weekends at the baseball field. 

Contact:   skelly@tustin.k12.ca.us

Meghan Krogstad- 6^th Grade

Mrs. Krogstad is incredibly excited to be part of the team at Legacy Magnet Academy. She has been part of the Tustin Unified School District for 10 years. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies from California State University, Long Beach. She also attended California State University, Fullerton where she earned a Master of Science degree in Education: Curriculum and Instruction, as well as her teaching credential. Some of Mrs. Krogstad's favorites include going to the beach, camping, hiking, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends. At Legacy Magnet Academy, Mrs. Krogstad intends to encourage her students to think critically and creatively, and to be caring friends and brave leaders. She is eager to build relationships and empower students to find and explore what they’re passionate about. 

Allison Ku- Reading, Writing & Research in Social Entrepreneurship

Mrs. Ku is proud to be in her twentieth year as an educator and can't imagine a better place to spend it than at Legacy! She started her teaching career in the Bay Area before coming to TUSD as a Teacher on Special Assignment in 2016 and joining the LMA team in 2021. Mrs. Ku graduated from Stanford University, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in American Studies, Master of Arts in Education, and teaching credential.

Mrs. Ku and her husband (a fellow educator) have a son in middle school at LMA and a daughter in Sycamore Magnet Academy's Spanish dual immersion program. Outside of school, you are likely to find Mrs. Ku hanging out at a local coffee shop, reading at Arvida Book Company, or walking her golden doodle, Ollie.

Contact:   amccartyku@tustin.k12.ca.us

Dylan Licciardo- English 12: Product Development, TV, Film, and Digital Media, & Business of Gaming

Mr. Licciardo is overjoyed to be part of the Legacy team! Mr. Licciardo has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Chapman University and his teaching credential from Sonoma State University. Mr. Licciardo is a lifelong learner and is always trying to improve and become the best teacher possible for his students. Outside of the classroom, Mr. Licciardo is passionate about gaming, film, sports, and competitions, as well as volunteering through charity events. These passions have allowed Mr. Licciardo to create fun and engaging CTE classes like Business of Gaming and TV, Film, and Digital Media for Legacy. Mr. Licciardo wants to create a fun and safe learning environment for every student who enters his classroom. He wants the students to leave his class with the same belief in themselves that they can achieve anything as he has in them.

Contact:   dlicciardo@tustin.k12.ca.us

Alexis Luna- Specialized Academic Instruction

Ms. Luna is excited to be one of LMA's Specialized Academic Instructor. This is her fifth year with TUSD, having previously taught at Sycamore Magnet Academy. She earned a Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Studies and a Master's Degree in Special Education from California State University, Long Beach. She holds both a Multiple Subject Credential and a Specialized Academic Instructor Credential. Before earning her teaching credential, Ms. Luna owned and operated a daycare serving children from 3 months to 14 years old. Ms. Luna is passionate about fostering inclusive learning environments, supporting diverse learners, and helping students achieve growth in both their academic and personal goals. Outside of the classroom, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, reading, and volunteering.

Contact:   aluna@tustin.k12.ca.us

Rafael Madueno- Business Statistics, Computer Science, Business Finance Algebra & Engineering Design: Electric Vehicle

Mr. Madueno is beyond thrilled to be a part of the LMA family!!  He has been teaching for 12 years, all in Tustin Unified. Mr. Madueno graduated with a B.S. in Political Science from California State University, Northridge and received his Teaching Credentials from California State University, Fullerton.  Before teaching, Mr. Madueno served in the United States Air Force for 8 years, including on September 11, 2001.  He started as an Airman and left the service as a First Lieutenant.  After the Air Force, Mr. Madueno served as a police officer with the County of Los Angeles.  During that time, he repeatedly ran into troubled youth which influenced his decision to become a teacher.  Mr. Madueno is an alumnus of the Cotsen Foundation Fellowship Program, which focuses on Cognitively Guided Instruction and inquiry strategies in mathematics.  He believes that all students have the ability to excel in math.  Mr. Madueno and his family live in Tustin and his two children attend TUSD schools. In his off-time, Mr. Madueno loves working with his hands, whether it is remodeling his garage, rewiring his home, or working on a friend’s car.  If it’s broken Mr. Madueno will find a way to fix it. 

Contact:   rmadueno@tustin.k12.ca.us

Justin McIntosh- Integrated Science Innovations 7 & Math II Finance and Economy

Mr. McIntosh loves his decision to teach Middle School and especially becoming part of the Legacy family! He has been in TUSD for all of his teaching career and has taught Kindergarten, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th grade. He graduated from CSUF with a bachelor's degree in Child and Adolescent Studies in 2015 and got his master's degree in education in 2017. In his free time Mr. McIntosh loves going on adventures with his wife and 4 children. He also enjoys any hands-on activities from Farming to baking to golf. He has chickens and makes his own jam too! One of his goals is to have every student leave 7th grade loving school and for them to be excited for their future at Legacy. He can't wait to start the year filled with fun, learning, representing the steel and teal and riding the wave of adventure!!!

Contact:   jmcintosh@tustin.k12.ca.us

Jordan Moe- Virtual Enterprise, International Business

Mr. Moe could not be more excited to be a part of the Legacy family and community! He spent his first 9 years teaching in TUSD at Pioneer Middle School. He taught math and STEM (3D Design and Modeling & Robotics). Before teaching he spent over a decade working in sales and product development in the action sports industry where he worked with many of your favorite surf and skate brands. He earned his bachelor's degree in Business Marketing, Teaching Credential, and master's degree in Educational Technology, all from California State University Fullerton. When he is not in the classroom, Mr. Moe loves spending his time outdoors with friends and family (wonderful wife and two beautiful children). While he is willing to try just about anything, his favorite hobbies include surfing, rock climbing, running, traveling and DIY projects.

Contact:   jlmoe@tustin.k12.ca.us

Jennifer Murphy- ASB Activities Director and 504 Coordinator

Mrs. Murphy is proud to be a part of Legacy Magnet Academy! She earned a bachelor's degree in Business (emphasis in small business and entrepreneurship) from University of Phoenix and a master's degree in Secondary Education (emphasis in culturally and linguistically sustaining teaching) from Cal State Fullerton.  Before teaching, Mrs. Murphy worked in banking and managed several small businesses.  She has also spent much of her life actively involved in theatre arts.  She is also a lifelong leader and passionate about student leadership! While not teaching or designing curriculum, Mrs. Murphy loves to see live music, read great books, and go on adventures with her husband and son.  

Contact:   jmurphy@tustin.k12.ca.us

Janet Park- Design Thinking CORE 7 & Middle School Robotics

Mrs. Park is thrilled to join the Legacy team with more than 20 years of teaching experience, most recently in Naperville, Illinois, outside Chicago. She holds a B.S. in Elementary Education from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and master’s degrees in both Reading and in Curriculum and Instruction/ Teacher Leadership. She is also a National Board Certified Teacher and Facilitator in Literacy: Reading–Language Arts. 

Over her career, Mrs. Park has taught every grade from 1st through 7th — kindergarten is the only one that got away! A lifelong learner herself, she believes curiosity is the heart of every great classroom. In Core, she’s passionate about building confident readers and writers; in Robotics, she loves watching students ask “what if?” and learn through collaboration and trial and error. Her goal is for every student to leave her class more curious than they arrived.

A proud mom of four adult children, she and her husband recently became empty nesters and traded Midwest winters for Southern California sunshine — and honestly, she still feels like she’s on vacation every day. Outside of school, you’ll find her training for her next marathon or teaching Pilates in the evenings. She’s excited for a wonderful year!

Contact:  jspark@tustin.k12.ca.us

Vanessa Patterson- Design Thinking CORE 7, Integrated English & Marketing

Ms. Patterson is thrilled to be part of the Legacy community! She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Screenwriting from Loyola Marymount University, where her love of storytelling first took root. She went on to earn her teaching credentials from Cal State Fullerton and UCLA Extension. Since 2011, she has taught various grade levels across Southern California, including sixth, seventh, and eighth grade ELA, elementary, and high school English, and was twice named a Top 25 Teacher in Orange County by OC Parenting Magazine. She joins LMA teaching 7th grade CORE and 10th grade English, where she looks forward to bringing that same creative spirit into the classroom. She believes every student has a story worth telling and works to give her students the push to create, articulate, and connect with the world around them. When she's not teaching, she loves baking, collecting vinyl records, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

Contact: vpatterson@tustin.k12.ca.us

Andrew Stadel - Engineering Geometry

Often times, students get frustrated when math doesn't make sense. For over 20 years Andrew Stadel has devoted his talents and energy to providing secondary math students with relevant and meaningful learning experiences that promote sense-making, problem-solving, and effective communication so students gain confidence in their ability to do math. Andrew believes that all students deserve the chance to make sense of math.  Andrew and his family love living in Orange County. His amazing wife is an elementary teacher and together they love spending time with their two awesome kids. Their son loves building, tinkering, and messing with anything that has gears and motors. Their daughter loves to swim, draw, and do puzzles. 

Contact:   astadel@tustin.k12.ca.us

Kayla Vuono- Technology Applications for Business & ASB

Mrs. Vuono is thrilled to be part of the Legacy team! She began her teaching career as a 6th-grade Core teacher at Pioneer Middle School before moving to the Educational Services Department as a Teacher on Special Assignment. She then returned to the classroom, teaching 6th grade at LMA before moving into 7th-grade elective and ASB. Mrs. Vuono earned her B.S. in Child and Adolescent Development, M.S. in Education with an emphasis in Curriculum and Instruction, and teaching credential from California State University, Fullerton. She also holds CTE credentials in Business and Finance and Marketing, Sales, and Service. When she’s not in the classroom, Mrs. Vuono enjoys spending time with her friends and family, traveling, reading, and crafting.

Contact:   kvuono@tustin.k12.ca.us

Eleanor Zechiel- Business Economics and Communication and Marketing Government

Mrs. Zechiel has been teaching since 2010, mostly in TUSD. She received her Bachelor of Arts in History from UC Berkeley and received a dual credential in English and History, along with a Master of Arts in Teaching, from UC Irvine. She also holds a GATE specialized studies certificate from UCI, and multiple industry CTE credentials in marketing, design, and entrepreneurship from her experience working with family small businesses. In her free time, Mrs. Zechiel enjoys reading, writing, and playing video games with her two kids. She joined the legacy family in 2021, and she works to foster a global mindset in her classes, empowering future global leaders and problem solvers! 

Contact:   ezechiel@tustin.k12.ca.us

Dr. Jennifer Harrison- Principal

Dr. Harrison has worked in public education for over 20 years years – During the 2019-20 school year, she worked out of the district office, preparing Legacy Magnet Academy for opening. The four years prior, she served as principal of Ladera in TUSD. Prior to TUSD, Dr. Harrison was a Director of Curriculum and Instruction, overseeing math, science and technology. She previously opened a magnet school for transitional kindergarten through eighth-grade students and has served as a site administrator at the elementary, middle and high school levels. Dr. Harrison has a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts from California State University, Long Beach; a Master’s degree in Education Administration from California State University, Dominguez Hills; and a Doctorate in Education (K-12 Leadership) from the University of Southern California.  When she's not at work, Dr. Harrison enjoys spending time with her husband and two children.  As a family, they enjoy taking road trips in their travel trailer, spending time outdoors, and adventuring.  

Contact: jharrison@tustin.k12.ca.us

Ryon Tanara- Assistant Principal

Mr. Tanara is thrilled to join the LMA team! He has served as both a teacher and administrator in TUSD. Most recently, he worked as the Community School Specialist at Sycamore Magnet Academy. Prior to that, he was an assistant principal at Tustin High School for four years. Mr. Tanara holds a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from the University of California, Irvine; a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from UNLV; and a Master’s degree in School Leadership and School Design from Harvard University. While at Harvard, he led a team to design a project-based high school aimed at empowering students to address local issues in their community. He is dedicated to helping students succeed both academically and personally. Outside of work, Mr. Tanara enjoys playing basketball, eating ice cream, and hiking. He is also a proud new father to a baby boy.

Contact: rtanara@tustin.k12.ca.us

Taylor Tsang- Wellness Support Counselor

Ms. Tsang is a School Counselor dedicated to supporting students’ growth and helping them feel confident throughout their educational journey. She began her college journey at Irvine Valley College before earning her B.A. in Anthropology from CSU Long Beach. She later earned her M.S. in Educational Counseling and PPS Credential from the University of La Verne, with a concentration in School and Family-Based Counseling. Before joining Legacy Magnet Academy, Ms. Tsang worked as a high school counselor in SVUSD, provided mental health support with IUSD, and supported first-generation students through community-based educational programs in Orange County. Outside of school, Ms. Tsang enjoys spending time with her husband and two dogs, taking road trips, going to concerts, and collecting books and vinyl.

Contact: ttsang@tustin.k12.ca.us

Janet Le- Academic Support Counselor

Ms. Le is excited to be part of the Legacy Magnet Academy family! Prior to joining LMA, she served as a school counselor in Los Angeles and as a college counselor in Santa Ana. Ms. Le earned her bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Economics, with a minor in Music, from the University of California, San Diego. She also has a master’s degree in School Counseling and a Pupil Personnel Services Credential from the University of Southern California. Outside of school, Ms. Le enjoys spending time with her family, visiting amusement parks, and exploring new foods and restaurants.

Contact: jple@tustin.k12.ca.us