CHS

Mr. Sam Mascarenas

With 23 years in education, including 20 as a dedicated math teacher, I’ve always believed in the power of a teacher's influence. Whether in the classroom or on the field during my 17 years as a football coach and 2 years coaching softball, I’ve seen how just a little encouragement can push a student to achieve more than they thought possible. Education has always been my calling, and I’m proud to be part of a profession that changes lives.

Mrs. Roxanne Starr-Trujillo

I’m so excited to be joining the Jag family as one of your new Associate Principals! A lifelong Santa Fe resident, I’ve spent my 15-year career in Santa Fe Public Schools, serving in roles including special education teacher, and administrator, and in other schools as a Varsity Cheer Coach. I hold a Bachelor's degree and an MBA, which have helped shape my approach to leadership and education. I’m passionate about building strong relationships and creating a school environment where every student feels seen, supported, and challenged to grow.

Outside of school you will find me with my family, outdoors, or with my pets. I also love to bake when I have the time.

I look forward to getting to know our students and families—and partnering with you to make this a great year for everyone.

Ms. Tyra Maxwell

My name is Tyra Maxwell. I am the only child to Dr. Gresham and Dr. Macchi. I attended undergraduate and majored in Architectural studies receiving a BFA. As an entrepreneur and commercial designer I shadowed the renowned Zaha Hadid. Before retiring from the industry, I founded the design firm, Design Beyond Limits, a subsidiary of Ethan Allen commercial division. In addition to the BFA, I hold a Master’s of Art in Marketing and 60 hours in my doctoral program. I finished the dissertation but the content expert at the college irritated my nerves so I stopped the research - thus inabling me to walk across the stage. I interviewed over 60 leaders in the United States and in Europe to complete the dissertation in Organizational Leadership. “Are leaders born or are they developed?” As an educator, I have taught at Baker University, Kansas City Kansas Community College and in both suburban and urban High Schools.

I am happily divorced with two daughters and one grandson. I enjoy contemporary art with mix-media and an exploration of animated themes and nature. Bird watching and attending art exhibitions is therapy for me. I was raised practicing Islam adhering to the core tenets and of the Islamic faith, often summarized as the Five Pillars. I no longer attend Mosques. I respect and honor Islam however my adult practice is Buddhism. I hold submission to meditation three times a day. It is my philosophy, “Your smile is your logo, your personality is your business card, how one feels after interaction with you is your trademark.” Kindness is free, let us all practice it.