Department: Elementary School

Kristen is happily married to Dave. They have 4 kids: Austin, Jordyn, Preston & Landon . All of her children have attended ACS. As well as teaching manners at lunch and social skills at recess, Kristen’s favorite part of the day is the “Good Morning smiles and hugs” she receives each morning from the Elementary students as they hop out of their cars eager to start the day.

Gabe, or as he is lovingly known, “Mr. E,” has been with ACS for over fourteen amazing years. He is blessed to be married to Maria Espinal. They have four beautiful girls together. The two eldest are alumni of ACS and his eldest is currently attending Liberty University. The remainder of their girls currently attend ACS. Mr. E has an AA degree in Early Childhood Education and a BA in Psychology and Counseling from Pillar College. Mr. E enjoys bass fishing, plays several percussion instruments, acoustic drum set, and has recently picked up the electric bass. Prior to accepting the position of fifth grade teacher at ACS, he made furniture for 15 years.