This week's spotlight is on Ismael Valdez. Mr. Valdez is our awesome school psychologist!

We love having Mr. Valdez with us at Columbia! Let's learn more about him...

Years at Columbia ES: 1 year

Years in Education: 1 year

Why do you love working at Columbia? The staff is friendly, the students are awesome, and I really like the community!

What is your favorite thing about teaching? I like visiting classrooms and working with students!

Favorite place to visit: Dominican Republic

Hobbies/Interests: I enjoy soccer, running, video games, working out, and family time!

Fun fact!  I used to own a hedgehog named Gus.