Meet Our Team
At Playful Scholars Academy, we believe that exceptional educators make all the difference. Our dedicated team is passionate about creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environment where every scholar is encouraged to explore, create, and grow. Each staff member brings a unique set of skills, experience, and enthusiasm to our STEM-focused programs while sharing a commitment to helping every child reach their full potential.
For the safety and peace of mind of our families, all Playful Scholars Academy staff members are CPR and First Aid certified and have successfully passed a Level 2 background screening. We are proud to introduce the caring professionals who make our learning community such a special place.
Teachers
Meet Ms. Alejandra
Hello, families! My name is Alejandra Vega, and I earned my Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Central Florida. I am passionate about helping scholars learn, grow, and become confident, capable leaders. I love creating hands-on, engaging learning experiences that foster critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and a lifelong love of learning.
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Before joining Playful Scholars Academy, I gained valuable experience as a substitute teacher across all elementary grade levels. This opportunity strengthened my ability to adapt to diverse classroom environments, mee the individual needs of scholars, and deepen my passion for teaching. During my senior year at UCF, I completed two teaching internships that further developed my skills as an educator. One of those internships was under the mentorship of Mrs. Sharon Matthews, whose educational philosophy and student-centered approach continue to inspire my own teaching practices.
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I am excited to begin my second-year t Playful Scholars Academy and look forward to continuing to build meaningful relationships with our scholars and their families. My goal is to create a positive, engaging, and supportive learning environment where every scholar feels valued, challenged, and empowered to reach their full potential.
Meet Mrs. Ashliegh
Hello, families! My name is Ashliegh Lowe, and I am excited to be part of the Playful Scholars Academy team. I spent 13 years teaching elementary students in the School District of Osceola County, where I developed a passion for creating a welcoming, supportive, and engaging learning environment for every child.
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Mo goal is to inspire scholars to become confident, lifelong learners while helping them grow into kind, respectful, and responsible members of our community. I believe every scholar brings unique strengths and talents to the classroom, and I look forward to encouraging and celebrating their growth throughout the school year
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I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Critical Media and Cultural Studies from Rollins College and my Master of Arts in Elementary Education from the University of Central Florida.
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Outside of the classroom, my husband and I, who were married in 2017, welcomed our first child in 2023. As a family, we enjoy traveling, spending time with our loved ones, and visiting Disney. In my free time, I enjoy reading, baking, and growing flowers and vegetable in our garden.
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I look forward to partnering with your family and making this an amazing year of learning and discovery!
Teacher Assistant
Meet Mr. Jonathan
Hello, families! My name is Jonathan Pickens, and I am excited to be a part of the Playful Scholars Academy team. I am currently pursuing my Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education at the University of Central Florida after earning my Associate of Arts degree from Valencia College.
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I have experience working with elementary aged scholars as a substitute teacher, where I enjoyed creating engaging, hands-on learning experiences that foster curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. I am passionate about helping every scholar build confidence in their abilities while developing a lifelong love of learning.
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My goal is to create a positive, supportive, and encouraging classroom environment where every scholar feels valued, challenged, and empowered to succeed. I look forward to partnering with families and helping our scholars grow academically, socially, and emotionally throughout the school year.