Department: Elementary School

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.

Jessica is happily married to Santo Gramando. They have three children: Ashlyn, Gavin, and Aiden. The Gramando family also includes their love of animals with their two dogs Dory and Tally. Jessica is a graduate of Western New England University and this is her first year teaching here at American Christian School. She has a BA in Psychology and Elementary Education. Her family attends Succasunna United Methodist Church, where Jessica also volunteers with their youth group. Jessica found American Christian School while working with her youth pastor and fell in love with our mission to develop young critical thinkers that excel academically while also fostering a love for Jesus Christ.