Jenica Lindquist
Founder / Principal
Jenica Lindquist, an accomplished educator with over 21 years of experience, is dedicated to transforming education through innovation and inclusion. Her journey spans classrooms around the world—including Japan, Taiwan, the United Arab Emirates—as well as across the U.S. in California, Arizona, and Nevada. Over the years, she witnessed a recurring challenge: too many children were being left behind—not because of a lack of potential, but because traditional educational models failed to evolve. Fueled by a vision for something better, Mrs. Lindquist founded Eleanor Rose Education Center in Henderson and Scottsdale as pioneering spaces where progressive, student-centered education thrives.
Marykate Castro
Operating Director
Marykate has a foundation rooted in research, administration, and data management in higher education and corporate settings. She enjoys collaborating with the EREC team to accomplish goals and help EREC flourish.
She takes on challenging and gratifying projects and works through obstacles to make a positive impact. She is proud to be part of a school that focuses on inclusivity and equality of opportunity in education and looks forward to contributing to its success.
Samantha Su'a
Administrative Assistant & Social Media Manager
My name is Samantha Su’a. I hold a bachelor's degree in business management and bring over 2 years in digital marketing and content creation. I enjoy blending organization with creativity, bringing structure to team operations while supporting meaningful community engagement. I also have experience in supporting business operations, managing communications, and developing engaging online content. I am committed to strengthening community engagement through clear communication, organized systems, and a digital presence.
Sheri Gentry
Special Education Teacher / IEP Specialist
Sheri Gentry has been actively engaged in the field of special education for over 25 years. Her professional journey began as a paraeducator in a special education preschool within the Bremerton School District in Washington State. Throughout her career, Ms. Gentry has served in diverse educational roles, including working at a specialized school for students with Autism, serving as a bus assistant to support student transitions, and continuing her work as a paraeducator for the Fresno County Superintendent of Schools.
During her tenure in Fresno, she pursued advanced academic training, earning a Master’s
degree in Special Education and obtaining her California teaching credential. Since then, she has taught in a variety of settings across California and Arizona, demonstrating her flexibility and commitment to meeting the diverse needs of learners. Most recently, she spent five years teaching in a self-contained classroom for the Creighton Elementary School District, where she focused on delivering individualized instruction and creating inclusive, supportive learning environments for students with moderate to severe disabilities.
Ms. Gentry is particularly passionate about family engagement, equitable access, and the implementation of evidence-based practices to support neurodiverse learners. She has contributed to professional learning communities, mentored paraprofessionals, and collaborated on Individualized Education Program (IEP) teams to develop meaningful goals and accommodations aligned with student needs.
As she embraces this new chapter in her special education career, Ms. Gentry remains committed to educational equity, collaboration, and continuous growth. She looks forward to leveraging her extensive experience to empower students, support colleagues, and contribute to
a culture of inclusive excellence.
Michael McCall
Special Education Teacher
My name is Michael McCall, and I’m an educator who believes learning should feel active, meaningful, and genuinely fun. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Game Design and a master’s degree in Special Education, two fields that deeply shape my approach to teaching. Game design taught me how powerful structure, motivation, and engagement can be when thoughtfully built. Special education strengthened my ability to individualize instruction, analyze data, and design systems that meet students where they are. Together, those foundations guide everything I do in the classroom.
I grew up in Nevada, and my experiences traveling the world through military service broadened my perspective on culture, community, and learning. Exposure to diverse environments reinforced my belief that students bring unique strengths, backgrounds, and ways of thinking into the classroom. That global lens influences how I approach differentiation and inclusive practices, ensuring students feel respected and understood.
In my classroom, I balance consistency with creativity. Clear routines and expectations provide stability, while interactive, play-based learning and elements of gamification—shared goals, visible progress, and meaningful celebrations—keep students engaged. When learning feels participatory rather than passive, students develop confidence and retain skills more deeply. Above all, I prioritize relationships, striving to create an environment where students feel seen, families feel valued, and growth feels both purposeful and attainable.
Deepshikha Joshi
Special Education Teacher
I am Deepshikha Joshi, an educator with a decade of teaching experience, having served in elementary classrooms and currently advancing my expertise through a Special Education teaching program at Rio Salado College. My work is grounded in the belief that education is most powerful when paired with strong ethics, kindness, and respect. Committed to helping children grow not only academically but also as generous, thoughtful, and responsible human beings.
Beyond the classroom, I am a devoted wife and mother to two daughters and a furry baby ( Golden Retriever The Champ) . My personal philosophy centers on humility, compassion, and leading by example—values that bring into every aspect of my teaching and my life.
I look forward to contributing to the new school community with dedication, warmth, and a deep passion for helping every child thrive.
