Specialized Programs
Victoria Vesp - Library
Hello! My name is Vicki Vesp, and I am beyond excited to be teaching the library special at Vassiliadis Elementary School. I was born in Newport Beach, California, but moved to Las Vegas as a young child. I spent most of my childhood growing up in Boulder City and am a proud product of CCSD!
I earned both my Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and my Master’s Degree from UNLV, and I have been teaching in the district full-time since 2002. I began my career as a substitute teacher while my own children were young, and later taught at Bonner Elementary School for 14 years. I have been part of the Summerlin community for over 30 years, teaching 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade. I have proudly been part of Vassiliadis Elementary School since it opened in 2017, which has been an incredible experience. Teaching is truly my passion, and I find it incredibly rewarding to watch my students grow into confident, successful individuals. I have also been actively involved in Student Council and Cheer, and I love seeing our students shine both inside and outside the classroom.
I have been married to my husband Gavin for 34 wonderful years. We have two grown daughters, Taylor and Mackenzie, and two grandchildren, Beau and Lainey. I cherish every opportunity to spend time with my family—especially enjoying those special grandma snuggles! In my free time, I enjoy traveling, shopping, cooking, dining out, and spending time with family and friends.
My favorite author is Judy Blume. I loved her books as a child and appreciate them even more as an adult. I truly believe that books teach us valuable life lessons, and I am excited to share that love of reading with my students.
I look forward to a wonderful school year ahead. My students become a special part of my life, and helping prepare them for the next steps in their journey is an adventure we will take together.
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” — Maya Angelou
Email: vespvl@nv.ccsd.net
Hello friends! I am the Music Teacher. I love teaching music at Vassiliadis. We have the best kids in the valley right here. Go Cubs!
About me: I grew up in a lake home near Spokane, WA. I love the outdoors, skiing, hiking, camping, and reading a good book. I come from a big loving and supportive family. I have two daughters who are all grown up and on their own now. I love teaching elementary kids, because they keep me young at heart and make me laugh every day.
I have been teaching for roughly a million years. I have a Bachelor's in Music Education from University of Northern Colorado, a Master's in Technology Supported Education from Eastern Washington University, an Education Specialist (Masters+) degree in School Administration from Nova Southeastern University, an endorsement in Teaching English as a Second Language, and I am a National Board Certified Teacher in Early and Middle Childhood Music.
I am looking forward to using all my experience and background to bring the love of music to all K-5 students at Vassiliadis as we explore singing, dancing, and playing music on a variety of instruments. We will also have extra curricular performance groups for our upper grade students. It's going to be a great year!
Music is the great uniter. An incredible force. Something that people who differ on everything and anything else can have in common. ~ Sarah Dessen
Jolyn Smith - Music
Email: smithjn@nv.ccsd.net
Davide Ghilarducci - Physical Education
Hello! I'm Mr. Ghilarducci and I’m excited to be a part of the Vassiliadis family. I am originally from Sunnyvale, California which is located in the Bay Area. My family and I moved to Las Vegas roughly five years ago. I attended Fresno State for my BA in Liberal Arts and got my teaching credential at San Jose State. This will be my sixteenth year teaching and seventh year in elementary. I taught 6th grade the previous nine years, where I developed a love of physical education while teaching this to my students. When I moved to Las Vegas I made the transfer to down elementary school and have been enjoying it ever since.
When I am not busy at work, I am blessed to have an amazing wife and two awesome kids. My wife Ali and I enjoy exploring what Las Vegas has to offer with our kids. Makena and Myles keep us busy with their crazy amount of energy and enthusiasm. If we are not checking out a new park, we are at home playing some crazy games. During my extra time, when I'm not with my kids, I enjoy baking, playing football (and coaching our Vassiliadis Cubs football team), building LEGO, and playing video games. I am beyond excited to be working with all the amazing students and families at Vassiliadis.
"Champions aren't made in the gyms. Champions are made from something they have deep inside them -- a desire, a dream, a vision."
-Muhammad Ali
Email: ghiladg@nv.ccsd.net
Greg Gusmerotti - Physical Education
Hello to the community of Vassiliadis Elementary School. My name is Greg Gusmerotti and I am excited and honored to be a part of such a special community and team.
I grew up in New York and moved to Las Vegas in 1999. I suppose that is where I developed my passion for pizza and the NY Jets. Luckily pizza doesn’t let me down as much as my NY Jets, but I still love them. I enjoy the outdoor weather and being so close to Utah, as I still get the opportunity to do a little snow skiing.
My hobbies include mountain bike riding, disc golf, all sports, and escape rooms. In 1996 I received a B.A. in Business and worked as manager of a financial institution back in New York. In 1999 my brother recruited me to help him buy a restaurant here in Vegas. In 2001 I made the best decision of my life, I followed
my heart and went back to school to earn my Masters in Education. I have been living my dream for the last 24 years. I have been fortunate to work in CCSD with some amazing teachers and incredible students for the last 24 years. After working in first grade for 17 years, I am fortunate to move into a position where I
will be able to reach out and help more students in our community on a daily basis as the PE teacher. Every day in school with such incredible students is truly a gift.
I am lucky enough to be joined in the Vassiliadis’ community with my wife Jeanine, who teaches second grade. My daughter Isabella is a Vassiliadis graduate and will be attending University of Utah this year. My son Trevor, also a Vassiliadis graduate, is a 11th grader at Faith Lutheran. My family is so special to me and I am ecstatic to have them along for the ride. My goal is to create a fun environment and instill a passion for fitness. I am looking forward to an incredible year!
Email: gusmegi@nv.ccsd.net
Veronica Swenson - GATE
Hello Cubs! My name is Veronica Swenson, and I am so excited to welcome you to the Gifted and Talented Education Program here at Vassiliadis!
Born and raised in Las Vegas, I graduated from UNLV with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. When my daughters were younger, our family moved to Minnesota, where I earned my first master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from St. Mary’s University. Since returning to Las Vegas, I have had the joy of teaching second, third, and fifth grades. In 2021, I earned my Gifted and Talented Education endorsement and have been passionate about advocating for and enriching creative minds ever since.
Because of my deep love for learning, I also earned a second master’s degree in English Language Acquisition and Development from UNLV. Supporting diverse language learners and celebrating their academic growth is especially meaningful to me. I also enjoy teaching in UNLV’s ELAD program.
Outside of the classroom, my greatest joy is spending time with my two daughters. Sadie attends UNLV, and Madi attends UNR. We love exploring bookstores and discovering new coffee shops together. You can often find us taking quick trips to Southern California to soak up the sun and recharge at the beach. When we’re at home, we enjoy watching movies, listening to great music, reading, baking, or spending time with our two dogs, Sam and Stella.
Teaching is both my passion and my purpose. I truly love learning alongside my students and supporting their growth through a whole-child approach to education.
“You are stronger than you believe. You have greater powers than you know.” — Antiope
Email: swensv@nv.ccsd.net
Christa Hsu - GATE
My name is Christa Hsu, and I have been in education since 2014. I am originally from Iowa and a graduate of Iowa State University. After moving to Las Vegas, I began my career in health education while also working as a personal trainer. In 2015, I earned my Master’s Degree in Elementary Education from UNLV and have since spent several years teaching 3rd and 4th grade.
This year, I am excited to transition into my role as a Gifted and Talented Education teacher after earning my GATE endorsement. I look forward to supporting advanced learners through engaging experiences that foster critical thinking, creativity, and a love of learning.
Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, staying active, cheering on my favorite sports teams, and being outdoors. I am proud to be part of our amazing Vassiliadis community and look forward to a meaningful and enriching year ahead.
Email: hsuca@nv.ccsd.net
Julie Moffett - Counselor
I feel really lucky to be part of the Vassiliadis community. It’s a place I truly love, filled with people who care deeply about kids and support each other every day. Being surrounded by that kind of team pushes me to do my best for our students and families.
I’m Vegas born and raised and a product of CCSD. I graduated from Cimarron Memorial High School, earned my degree in Elementary Education from UNLV, and my master’s in School Counseling from UOP. This is my 22nd year in education. I spent 12 years teaching kindergarten and 1st grade, and I’m now in my 10th year as a school counselor.
I’m a proud mom of three and newly and happily married. This year is a big one for our family—my oldest is starting high school, my middle is in 7th grade, and my youngest is beginning middle school. It’s been fun, and a little surreal, watching them grow and find their own paths.
When I’m not at school, I love spending time with family and friends; especially game nights, line dancing, going to the movies, and relaxing at home.
The best part of my job is getting to know students, celebrating their wins, and helping them work through real-life situations. I want kids to feel seen, supported, and proud of who they are. My goal is to help them grow not just academically, but emotionally too—because even small choices to be kinder or do better can make a big difference.
Email: moffejm@nv.ccsd.net
Jennifer Kelly - STEAM
Hi Cubs! I’m excited to be starting another great year as part of the Vassiliadis family! Teaching STEAM is the perfect fit for me because I LOVE SCIENCE! It’s so wonderful to watch students discover new things about the world around them everyday and I love being a part of that.
I was born and raised in Waterloo, Iowa and earned my Bachelor’s Degree from Iowa State University. I married my husband, Todd in 2003 and we moved to Las Vegas in 2016. We have one son, Brandon and he attends Palo Verde High School. (He was once a Vassiliadis Cub too!) We also have the best dog, a Cavapoo named Rex. I’ve been working in elementary schools since Brandon was in Kindergarten and prior to that I was a Corporate Training and Development Manager for HR companies. I enjoy hiking, skiing in the winter, reading, spending weekends in Utah and discovering new places in our amazing city.
I’m looking forward to another great year in STEAM with all our Vassiliadis Cubs!
Email: kellyjm@nv.ccsd.net
Jennifer Davis - Art
Hello Vassiliadis students and families! My name is Jennifer Davis, and I am proud to serve as the art teacher in this wonderful learning community. I bring 23 years of teaching experience, including 17 years with the Clark County School District.
I have a deep passion for introducing young learners to art and guiding them through the creative process. In my classroom, students develop an excitement for exploring art, build an appreciation for artistic expression, and create their own masterpieces—leaving with a strong sense of accomplishment and pride.
I grew up in a small rural town in Maine, attended college in Florida, and moved to Las Vegas in 1996. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Art Education from Florida State University and a Master of Education in Integrated Arts from Lesley University. I also hold an endorsement in Gifted and Talented Education from Southern Utah University.
My husband is a retired member of the Air Force, and his career gave our family the opportunity to live in many unique places, including Utah, Alaska, the Azores (Terceira Island), and Tokyo, Japan. We have two adult children and a Goldendoodle named Lucy.
In my spare time, I enjoy teaching after-school art classes, drawing and painting, listening to audiobooks, watching movies, skiing, camping, and spending time with my family. I do not have much time to watch television, but when I do, I enjoy shows like Fixer Upper and Property Brothers on HGTV.
I look forward to a creative and inspiring year ahead!
Email: kephajl@nv.ccsd.net
Ali Ghilarducci - Computer Science
Hi Hello! My name is Mrs. Ghilarducci and I am beyond excited to be part of the Vassiliadis team again this year! I grew up in Hawaii, but moved to California after graduating high school to attend college at San Diego State University and later San Jose State University. I received my bachelor’s degree as well as my multiple subject teaching credential at SJSU. GO SPARTANS! I previously taught 1st grade for five years back in the Bay area, and this will be my third year in Computer Science here at VES. I love being part of such a fun, energetic and spirited school and community!
My family and I moved to Las Vegas just about 5 years ago and are finding a love for life in the desert, but I sure do miss the ocean. My husband (Mr. Ghilarducci) and I have two awesome kiddos, Makena and Myles. Mak is a Vassiliadis Cub here in 4th grade, and Myles will be in first grade here too. In our free time we love to be outside exploring, swimming, taking our 2 pups (Luna and Lucy) for walks and finding new coffee shops and fun places around the city. We’re a huge Disney family, love playing board games and all things sports. I can’t wait for another fun filled year with our mighty Cubs!
Email: ghilaa@nv.ccsd.net
Holly McMillan - Computer Science
Hi! My name is Holly McMillan and I am so excited to be back with the Vassiliadis Cubs family this year! This will be my third year as a Specialist and my second year teaching Computer Science. Prior to that, I worked as an Environmental Scientist identifying environmental threats and analyzing data from air, water, soil, and other resources. I graduated from UNLV...GO REBELS! with a degree in Environmental Biology.
I have two kids who are 8 and 11, with one leaving us and attending Rogich Middle School this year. We have two adorable GoldenDoodles named Storm and Dexter and a hamster named Cocoa. In my free time I like to hike, scooter ride, shop, decorate, and in the winter, go skiing. My favorite holiday time is Halloween and I keep adding to our collection of decorations. I am excited for another year of fun here at Vassiliadis and looking forward to an incredible year.
Email: sandeh1@nv.ccsd.net
Tara Albidrez - RBG3 Literacy Specialist
My name is Tara Albidrez and I am beyond grateful to be part of the Vassiliadis family! I am a Brooklyn native and grew up in a large Italian family as the youngest of six. Go YANKEES!
I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from Seattle University and a Master’s Degree in Education with a specialization in Curriculum and Instruction from UNLV.
I began my journey with CCSD over 20 years ago as a middle school teacher and then segwayed into elementary education. Over the course of my career I’ve spent time as an instructional coach, learning strategist and magnet program coordinator.
I am a proud mom to four boys so most of my time is spent at sporting events. I can usually be found on the baseball field, basketball court or at a wrestling match. I enjoy weight lifting, hiking and reading. My absolute favorite way to spend my time is traveling!
“Every child deserves a champion—an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection and insists that they become the best that they can possibly be.”
– Rita Pierson
Email: riviet@nv.ccsd.net
Chandler Martin - Tech Strategist
I was born and raised in Salem, Oregon. I attended to the University of Portland in Oregon on a baseball scholarship and earned a degree in sociology. Following college, I played professional baseball in the Colorado Rockies organization for 9 years making it as high as AAA. I moved to Las Vegas in 2003 and soon after earned my Masters in Elementary Education as well as my CTE in Technology. I taught 3rd grade for 4 years at Frias Elementary, I was an Educational Computing Strategist (ECS) for 2 years split between four different CCSD schools, and I spent 4 years as a Learning Strategist specializing in technology at Bonner Elementary. I am so excited to begin another year at Vassiliadis Elementary School and love having the opportunity to help teachers and students integrate technology into their education.
I have two sons who both play baseball at Faith Lutheran high school so that takes me all over the valley watching games. My amazing girlfriend and I enjoy traveling and watching Braves baseball games as often as possible. In between baseball outings I enjoy relaxing and working around the house. I'm looking forward to another great school year at Vassiliadis!
Email: martic6@nv.ccsd.net
Alexis Kamp-Berger - Math Strategist
Hello, Cubs! My name is Alexis Kamp-Berger and I am the Math Strategist here at Vassiliadis Elementary. Math is my favorite subject because I love that there are so many ways to get to a solution and that there always IS an answer; you just have to find it. Math is an art and a language, and I can’t wait to help unlock a love of math in you!
I grew up in sunny San Diego, but I’ve found my heart belongs in the Las Vegas desert. I come from a family of educators, so teaching and education have always been an important part of my life. I attended San Diego State University where I majored in Elementary Education and minored in Mathematics. I graduated with summa cum laude honors, and then went on to complete my teacher credentialing program at SDSU. I also have a Master of Education degree with an emphasis in Response to Intervention and Differentiated Instruction that I earned from Touro University.
When I’m not at school, you can find me at a concert with my husband, Heath. We like to sneak away to new cities when our favorite bands go on tour. It’s a way for us to see the country, one musical act at a time.
If you spot me on campus, ask me for a rhyme or song to remember multiplication facts. Just like a calculator, you can always COUNT on me to help you out!
Email: kampaa@nv.ccsd.net
Meaghan Blair - Primary Intervention Strategist
Hello! My name is Meaghan Blair, and I am so excited to begin another year at Vassiliadis Elementary as the primary intervention specialist. I am originally from Dallas, Texas and attended Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas, where I received my teaching degree. I grew up in a family full of educators, and it has been my passion for as long as I can remember! I have been teaching for 15 years and have experience teaching kinder through 4th graders.
When I am not teaching, I love spending time with my family and friends. My husband and I have a beautiful baby girl named Carter. We love trying out new restaurants, traveling to new places, cheering on the Vegas Golden Knights, and relaxing by the pool. I also enjoy cooking, exercising, and shopping. I am thrilled to make new relationships and instill a love of learning in our students this year. I love being part of the Vassiliadis family and can't wait for another amazing year!
Email: moorem6@nv.ccsd.net
Sarah Alsterlind - Int. Intervention Strategist
I am excited to be a returning VES Cub for the 2026-2027 School Year! This is my 21st Year in the Clark County School District, and my 28th Year working in education. During the span of my career as an educator, I have taught High School, Vocational Education for Adults, English as a Second Language, 3rd Grade & 5th Grade in Elementary, served as an Instructional Coach, and I am currently in my 5th Year working as the Intermediate Intervention Strategist for Vassiliadis.
I was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, located in Northern California. I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Studies from San Diego State University in 2004, followed by my Multiple Subject Teaching Credential in 2005. In 2009, I earned my Master’s Degree in Curriculum, Instruction & Technology from Nova Southeastern University. In 2021, I earned a Certificate in Teacher Leadership through Touro University, followed by an Instructional Leadership Certificate through Harvard University in 2023. I also have my TESL Endorsement, and have enjoyed teaching English in many different countries. Being able to travel, teach, and immerse myself in other cultures, has been an amazing experience, and I can’t wait for my next trip! In my free time, I love to travel, take pictures, hike, watch sports, and spend time with my family and friends. I also love being an auntie to my three nieces: Olive, Penelope, and Emma, and my two nephews, Miles and Jack. These five give me the best reasons to go back to California and visit.
I consider myself incredibly blessed to wake up and do what I love each day. I look forward to another great year of being a Vassiliadis Cub!