Pre-K

Originally from Montana, Lisa Orizotti joined SEAS in 2006 as the first-grade teacher which she taught for 13 years before moving to the Pre-K program. Prior to moving to Alaska with her husband Tony, she taught elementary school in Montana for nine years.

Mrs. Orizotti has a strong commitment to Catholic education. “Whether it’s reading a story, doing a math lesson, or showing a science experiment, it is always beneficial to be able to share my Catholic faith in the daily schedule,” she says.

Mrs. Orizotti earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Montana. Additionally, she has also worked with preschool-age children for seven years at New Horizons Preschool in Anchorage.

With her husband Tony, Mrs. Orizotti has three children, all of whom attended SEAS. Her family has been parishioners at since 1998.

Whether she is reading a story, doing a math lesson, or showing a Science experiment, Mrs. Orizotti believes it is always beneficial to be able to share her Catholic faith in the daily schedule.

Melissa Myers is originally from Idaho. With more than 28 years of professional teaching experience, Mrs. Myers has dedicated her career to elementary education. In addition to Alaska, she has also taught in Colorado, Idaho, and Washington.

“I believe that every child can learn,” says Mrs. Myers. “Children develop at different rates and have different needs, and I strive to honor all of these. I expose my students to many educational activities to challenge them while also focusing on their social and emotional learning.”

Mrs. Myers earned a Bachelor of Science Education from the University of Idaho with a major in Elementary Education. She also completed a Master of Science Education with an emphasis in Curriculum and Instruction from Seattle Pacific University.

With her husband, Jim, Mrs. Myers has a son Matthew who just recently got married. They also have a miniature poodle named Amber, who keeps them busy.