Mrs. Celis’ Bio

     I started my teaching career in the Los Angeles Unified School District in 1998. Special Education has been the focus of my teaching career and continues to be. I have taught from Transitional Kindergarten to 12th grade in programs such as Special Day Classes and a Resource Specialist programs. I am starting my 23 year of teaching and continue to love it.

     I graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Human Services from California State University of Dominguez Hills. I earned my teaching credential from California State University of Los Angeles. I continued my educational journey by earning a 2nd teaching credential as a Reading Specialist, a Masters of Arts in Education with an emphasis in Reading, and a Certificate of Autism from Cal Poly Pomona. I am currenly working on a Dyslexia Certification

     I have been married for 21 years to an amazing man, Mr. Celis. We have two daughters, Alexis and Mia who use to be Chaparral students. I enjoy hiking, reading, word/number searches, and spending time with my family.

Mrs. Meza's Bio 

     Welcome to the 2021-2022 school year!  I am Mrs. Celis’ instructional aide, Mrs. Marie Meza.  Here’s a little bit about me, I am married with three wonderful children (2 daughters and a son). Our oldest daughter is working as a pharmacy technician, my second daughter is in her 4th year of college, and my son is a sophomore in high school!    

     I went to school for nursing before changing to child development.  I started as an aide in the El Rancho U.S.D. State Preschool program before moving to Chino U.S.D.  I have been at Chaparral Elementary for 13 years.  It has been extremely rewarding to see the students come eager to learn.  I hope everyone has a safe and successful year.  GO HEAT!