Mesa Public Schools is proud to introduce the Pathways department, a dedicated team committed to strengthening our educator pipeline and supporting future teachers. This new initiative focuses on providing resources, mentorship, and career pathways for aspiring educators, ensuring a steady flow of talented, well-prepared teachers into our classrooms.
Meet the Team
Patricia Christie, Pathways Director
Leading the charge in developing innovative programs to recruit and train future educators.
Dana Yursi, Pathways Coordinator
Overseeing partnerships and career pathways for aspiring teachers
Pathways Department Specialists: Emily Carrasco and Christine Argenzio Davis
Providing expertise, guidance, and strategic support for the department's programs and initiatives.
Pathways Coaches: Tessa Darling, Natalie Epp, Sandlyn Miller, Cynthia O’Connor, Brittney Oden, Lori Olberding, Jennifer Sagoo, and Heidi Schermer
Supporting teacher candidates through hands-on training, real-world classroom experience, and dedicated mentorship to ensure their success and confidence as future educators.
This department will begin their important work starting in July 2025!