Armona Union Academy has a longstanding tradition of hiring some of the best faculty that the Central Valley has to offer.  All of our teachers are credentialed, and together they have over 210 years of combined teaching experience at the elementary and secondary levels.

Armona Union Academy has open communication between our parents, teachers and constituents and welcomes your suggestions, ideas, and feedback.

Faculty & Staff

Randy Bovee

Principal & Teacher - Algebra 1, Spanish 1 & 2

Serving AUA's kids since:  2016

Preparation |  Degree:   BA German & Spanish, Walla Walla University, College Place, WA; MS Education Policy & Management, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR,
Endorsements: German, Spanish, Principal
Hobbies:  Golf, Reading, Travel
Email: rbovee@auaweb.com
Bible Verse: John 17: 20-24

 

Denise Johnston

Teacher - Grades 3 & 4, Elementary WASC Coordinator

Serving AUA's kids since: 2003 

Preparation |  Degree:  BA Liberal Studies, Pacific Union College, Angwin, CA; BA/5th Year Education, Pacific Union College, Angwin, CA,
Endorsements: Elementary Education
Hobbies:  gardening, golf, traveling
Email: djohnston@auaweb.com
Bible Verse: Psalm 91

 

Fallon Vigil

Teacher - Grades 5 & 6

Serving AUA's kids since:  2017

Preparation | Degree: BA Liberal Studies, La Sierra University, Riverside, CA;  
Endorsements: Elementary Education
Hobbies: Most sports
Email: fvigil@auaweb.com
Bible Verse: Philippians 4:13

 

Roger Castillo

Teacher - Geometry, Algebra II, Physical Science, Chemistry, Physics

Serving AUA's kids since:  2022

Preparation |  Degree:   BA German & Spanish, Walla Walla University, College Place, WA; MS Education Policy & Management, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR
Endorsements: 
Hobbies:  
Email: rcastillo@auaweb.com
Bible Verse: John 17: 20-24

 

Kathy Hernandez

Chaplain and Teacher-Religion

Serving AUA's kids since:  2020

Preparation | Degree:  BA Spanish, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI; MA Educational & Developmental Psychology, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI
Endorsements: English, Fine Arts, Religion, Spanish
Hobbies:  nature & animal photography, vegan cooking, reading
Email: khernandez@auaweb.com
Bible Verse: Romans 8:31-39

 

Danica Mason

Choir Director & Teacher - English

Serving AUA's kids since:  2010

Preparation|  Degree: BS English & Language, Oakwood College, Huntsville, AL; MA, Curriculum & Instruction, La Sierra University, Riverside, CA,
Endorsements: Art & English
Hobbies:  friend road trips, musicals, painting
Email: dchandler@auaweb.com
Bible Verse: 2 Corinthians 4:8-12

 

Elmer Steenberg

Teacher- PE & History

Serving AUA's kids since:  2020

Preparation | Degree: BS Physical Education, Walla Walla University, College Place, WA
Endorsements: coming soon...
Hobbies:  running, reading and sports
Email: esteenberg@auaweb.com
Bible Verse: John 15: 12-13

 

Diana Interiano

Secretary/Registrar

Serving AUA's kids since:  2013

Preparation | Degree: BA Sociology & Education, University of California, Los Angeles
Hobbies:  Walks at the beach, reading and coloring
Email: dmeneses@auaweb.com 
Bible Verse: Deuteronomy 5: 6-7

 

Luis Gutierrez

Facility Management - Maintenance & Grounds

Serving AUA's kids since:  2015

Hobbies:  basketball, reading, building
Email: lgutierrez@auaweb.com 
Bible Verse: John 16:33

 

Tricia Bico

Before & After School Care/ Instructional Aide

Serving AUA's kids since:  2016

Preparation | Degree: BSN Nursing, DLS-STI College, Philippines
Hobbies:  traveling, decorating, helping those in need
Email: tbico@auaweb.com 
Bible Verse: Proverbs 3: 5-6

 

Cindy Hielscher

Business Manager

Serving AUA's kids since:  2004

Bio: Cindy Hielscher has been working as the Business Manager at AUA for the past 17 years. She enjoys working with students, staff and families. Cindy graduated from AUA in 1976. Her greatest wish is for Jesus to come soon!

Hobbies:  coming soon
Email: auafinance@yahoo.com
Bible Verse: