Amy Trujillo

Head of School

Amy is a prominent figure in gifted education and science. She is the Past President of both the Florida Association of Science Teachers (FAST) and the Florida Association for the Gifted (FLAG), and has served on both boards. An award for teachers of the gifted has been named in her honor.

She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Kansas State University and a Master's degree in Instructional Design and Technology from Full Sail University. Her certifications include:

  • English As A Second Language (PreKindergarten through Grade 12)

  • Gifted Education Teacher (PreKindergarten through Grade 12)

  • Reading Teacher (PreKindergarten through Grade 12)

  • Learning Behavior Specialist I (Kindergarten through Age 22)

  • Early Childhood Education (Self-Contained General Education) (Birth through Grade 2)

  • Elementary Education (Self-Contained General Education) (Grade 1 through Grade 6)

Amy is a published author of "The Healing Journey" and "You 365: A Daily Journal," and has written numerous articles for "The Master Teacher." She is also highly certified, holding credentials as a LEGO Education Master Educator, Certified BrainPOP Educator, Nearpod Certified Educator, Google Certified Educator, and National Geographic Certified Educator. Amy is a frequent presenter at county, state, national, and international levels, with experience in writing grants and organizing state and virtual conferences.