HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR
STAFF
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Edit here: staff links policies and hr
Edit here: staff links teaching and learning
For ARISE Staff
Staff Resources
The tools, policies, and people our team relies on every day.
Staff Only
ARISE Staff Hub
Our internal launchpad for schedules, domains and owners, trackers, and team resources. Sign in with your ARISE Google account to open it.
Open the Staff Hub
Access limited to ARISE accounts
New to ARISE? Start HereThe New Staff Guide: who we are, how our week runs, who to ask, and your first-weeks checklist. Password protected.
Open the New Staff Guide
ARISE Teams
See every team, its lead, and its members for 2026-27.
View TeamsStudent Support Request
Concerned about a student? Submit a referral to our Student Support team.
Make a ReferralIT Help
Computers, laptop carts, WiFi, projectors, or other tech issues? Email support@arisehigh.zendesk.com to open a ticket.
Open a TicketQuick Links
Everything in One Place
Calendar and Campus
2026-27 School Calendar2026-27 Weekly Bell SchedulesSuite 205 Classroom MapsSuite 200 Classroom MapsStaff Benefits
Retirement Plans at ARISE
ARISE offers employees access to employer-sponsored retirement plans, including a 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b). Employees can choose to contribute through payroll deductions.
401(k)Through Transamerica
- Available to all employees.
- ARISE provides an employer match of up to 3%. Only available to employees who are not enrolled in CalSTRS.
- HR will set up your account in Transamerica and send you the next steps, including how to activate your online access and manage your contributions.
403(b)Through CalSTRS Pension2
- Available to all employees, regardless of credentials, position, or CalSTRS membership.
- Withdrawals before age 59½ are generally subject to a 10% early withdrawal penalty, unless an exception applies, such as separating from service during or after the year you turn 55.
457(b)Through CalSTRS Pension2
- Available to all employees, regardless of credentials, position, or CalSTRS membership.
- Distributions after separation from employment are generally not subject to the 10% federal early withdrawal penalty, regardless of age. Exceptions may apply.
- This can provide greater flexibility for employees considering early retirement or career transitions.
Administrative Contacts
Who to Ask
Not sure where a question goes? Start with the person listed for that topic. Their work goes well beyond these lists, and they will point you in the right direction.
School Leadership
Trevor GardnerCo-Head of School, Instruction
Instruction and coaching·Field trip approvals·Guest speaker approvals·Sub coverage approvals
trevor@arisehighschool.orgArianna Caplan-BassCo-Head of School, Student Support Services
Student support services·Mental health·Restorative justice·Student Support Team referrals
arianna@arisehighschool.orgTeaching and Learning
Hiba AhmedDirector of Humanities
Humanities courses·Humanities guest speakers
hiba@arisehighschool.orgMelissa FullyDean of English Language Development and Literacy
English learners·ELD and literacy
melissafully@arisehighschool.orgRobyn CollignonDirector of Special Education
Special education·IEPs·504 plans
robyn@arisehighschool.orgJennifer RodriguezDean of the Education Pathway
Academic Mentors·Education Pathway
jennifer@arisehighschool.orgStudents, Families, and Culture
Jamen Suter-DonaldsonDean of School Culture and Athletic Director
School culture·Athletics
jamen@arisehighschool.orgKayla Jackson-HortonDean of Community, College, and Career
College and career·Internships·Work permits
kayla@arisehighschool.orgKathia OsunaSenior Community Engagement Coordinator
Family communication·Translation and interpretation·School visits·Food pantry
kathia@arisehighschool.orgLeslie SanchezStudent Support Coordinator
Enrollment·Enrollment tours
lesliesanchez@arisehighschool.orgOperations, Finance, and HR
Gaby SanchezDirector of Operations and HR
Hiring and onboarding·Benefits·Paylocity and PTO·Staff laptops·ARISE van·Employment verification
gaby@arisehighschool.orgSusana TorresOperations Coordinator
Sub requests·Field trip logistics·Independent study·Transcripts and records·Printers and scanners
susana@arisehighschool.orgAntonio AguilarFacilities and IT Manager
Facilities and repairs·Keys and cards·Classroom furniture·Tech support·Emergency backpacks
antonio@arisehighschool.orgKarla GandiagaSenior Director of Finance, Compliance, and Grants
Finance and budgets·Compliance·Grants·Reimbursements
karla@arisehighschool.orgIT tickets: email support@arisehigh.zendesk.com.