Meet The Team

Dr. Laura Schlottman is the Executive Director and Founding Principal at Explore Prime Academy. With a deep commitment to academic excellence and community engagement, Dr. Schlottman is dedicated to creating inclusive and nurturing learning environments where students can thrive.

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As a first-generation college student, Dr. Schlottman's journey in education is rooted in gratitude and a relentless work ethic. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from UCLA, a Master's degree in Educational Leadership from USC, and an EdD in Leadership from Concordia University Irvine.

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Dr. Schlottman has held impactful leadership roles in education, including Principal, Assistant Principal, Dean of Academics, and Math teacher. She has achieved significant milestones such as increasing enrollment, securing grants, implementing innovative curricula, and revitalizing community partnerships. Her leadership philosophy centers around empowering others toward the collective pursuit of academic excellence and student achievement.

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Based in Orange County, Dr. Schlottman is dedicated to making profound contributions to education in her community. She is committed to continuous professional development and lifelong learning, distinguishing herself as a dynamic and influential leader in the field of education.

Dr. Schlottman is excited about the possibilities that lie ahead for Explore Prime Academy and is always open to questions, concerns, or ideas from families and the community. She looks forward to inspiring, empowering, and transforming lives through education.

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Hi, My name is Miss Miller.  I was born in Pennsylvania but raised in Orange County.  I have a Master's Degree in Special Education from Grand Canyon University and have been in the classroom since 2015.

In my spare time, I like to go to concerts and hang out with my kitten, Max.

I am excited to be a part of Explore Prime Academy. I have been an educator for the past 22 years teaching grades TK-4. Most recently, I served as the ELD/Reading Intervention teacher for students in grades K-6. I have had the privilege of opening two charter school campuses: one in San Bernardino County and the other in Orange County, so I know the excitement that comes with being a part of the inaugural opening of a school. I am passionate about making learning enjoyable for students by incorporating hands-on activities that are rooted in play-based learning. I am thrilled to serve as the 3rd grade teacher and the Lead Teacher for our 3rd-6th grade team at Explore!

I am excited to start my first year teaching at Explore Prime Academy. I earned a B.A. in Liberal Studies, an M.S. in Curriculum and Instruction from California State University, Fullerton, and a Multiple-Subject Teaching Credential. Over the past three years, I have enjoyed working as a preschool teacher and substitute teacher, which has deepened my passion for education and commitment to creating a just, equitable, and inclusive environment for all learners. My passion lies in making every child feel seen, heard, and inspired to explore their own potential. I look forward to getting to know all of you and working together to make this a fantastic year.

I went to UC Riverside for undergrad studying Education and Liberal Studies and UCI for my Masters of Arts in Teaching and Teaching Credentials. This will be my first year as a teacher and I’m super excited to start my first year at Explore Prime Academy. I have taught K-12 and my student teaching placement was 3rd and 6th grade. I am super passionate about teaching and I am excited to change every student lives for the next upcoming generations!

Hello, my name is Cristina Omidsalar,  and I am the second grade teacher at Explore Academy. I received my bachelor and master degrees and teaching credential from Cal State Fullerton. After graduating, I worked as an interventionist and long term substitute for the Los Alamitos Unified School District for two and a half years. Next, I worked at Scholarship Prep Charter School in Santa Ana for three years, teaching third and fourth grade. I strongly believe in working with student families to prepare students emotionally and academically, so that they may thrive in adulthood. I am looking forward to working with you and getting to know you all this school year! 

Hey everyone! I'm Ms. Jimenez, and I'm really excited to be teaching TK! I've lived in various parts of southern California, and I'm super thrilled to start my teaching journey here in Orange County. I completed my undergraduate studies at Cal State Fullerton and recently earned my Masters in Education from Chapman University. I have a background in film, communications, and some biology.

Aloha, my name is Ms. Tiffany Cabrales.  As a teacher, my classroom vision is us growing together and learning from one another. I always strive to foster my students’ three homes: our body, community and our MIND! A little about me, my ethnicity is Japanese, Filipino.  My mom grew up in Hawaii and I was raised an island girl residing in the lively city of Los Angeles.  I love the beach and adore all forms of nature.  So at any point you want to talk about the beauty of this universe and its functions or systems, I am your teacher! In regards to my professional history, I wanted to serve my community through healing, so I worked in the Emergency Room as a clinical pharmacy technician during undergrad. Eventually, my path led me into the study of philosophy. I received my degree in the arts, with credits in the hard sciences. Still avid about the STEAM curriculum, I decided to share knowledge about the natural world through teaching. I excitingly earned a Multiple-Teaching Credential at Cal State University of Los Angeles, while also substitute teaching for several different school districts.  Now credentialed for two years, I have taught 5th grade for two years and Robotics for one year in the Los Angeles Unified School District. Since I still carry an affinity for student life, I plan to further my academic career to earn a foundational math and foundational science credential. 

This upcoming school year, for your children, I hope to instill this same admiration for learning, knowledge, creativity, and imagination!

I earned Bachelor’s Degrees in Anthropology and Romance Languages & Literature from the University of Washington in Seattle, before obtaining a Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Washington, School of Law. When I decided to become a teacher, I obtained my Master’s Degree in Education from Mount Saint Mary’s University in Los Angeles. I come from a family of teachers that began with my great-grandparents in Mexico, who were rural teachers in the early 1900’s. Education means the world to me and working with the community is my greatest goal in life. I am excited beyond words to be part of the Explore Prime Academy team.

Hello everyone! My name is Miss Bauman, and I am thrilled to be your teacher this year. As a local resident of Orange, I love spending my time walking around the Orange Circle, camping, hanging out with my family, and reading!

I earned my B.A. in Psychology and Human Trafficking from Vanguard University in Costa Mesa. In 2020, I received my teaching credential, and about a year ago, I went back to school to earn my Master's in Elementary Education.

With four years of teaching experience, I have had the pleasure of teaching TK, kindergarten, and now first grade. I absolutely love teaching and am excited to meet you all. We are going to have a fantastic school year together!

Hello! My name is Taylor Miller and I am 37 years old. I went to Cal State University, Fullerton for my Bachelors Degree and Teaching Credential. I have had the joy of teaching for 7 wonderful years, nurturing young minds in both Kindergarten and First grade. Outside of the classroom, my heart belongs to my amazing family. My daughter Peyton brings so much light into our lives, and I am blessed to share this journey with my loving husband Alex, whom I've been married to for 9 joyful years. I cherish our family trips to Disneyland and cozy evenings watching movies together. Teaching is not just my profession, but my absolute passion. It fills me with joy to inspire and guide my students every day, helping them discover the wonders of learning and grow into confident young scholars.