Meet the Team
Mrs. De La Cruz (She/Her)
Triple A Manager
Torrie is excited to be in her fourth school year, bringing enthusiasm and dedication to our program. With a strong commitment to creating a fun, safe, and enriching environment. Her approach focuses on building a welcoming space where students can thrive. In her spare time, Torrie enjoys spending her evenings and weekends with her friends and family. She looks forward to continuing her journey with Meridian, making a positive impact on students and fostering an inclusive community.
Erin Yielding joined the Triple A team in August of 2023 as a Group Leader. She was born and raised in a small town outside of Tyler, Texas. Erin previously worked for five years as a counselor for adults with special needs, two years as a daycare teacher, and worked two years managing a local woman-owned and operated specialty craft store. Her approach to her role is to focus on fun, engaging, and developmentally beneficial activities for all students. She is a certified Pokemon trainer, cave explorer, and year round Halloween enthusiast.
Ms. Aviña (She/Her)
Administrative Assistant
Erika Aviña is beginning her 6th year with the Meridian School community! After spending the past five years as a Triple A Group Leader, she is excited to step into her new role as Administrative Assistant for the program. Erika loves building relationships with students and their families and is passionate about creating a positive, caring environment where every child feels welcome and supported. Outside of school, she recently became a proud mom to a beautiful baby girl. She is excited for this new chapter, both personally and professionally, and looks forward to a wonderful 2026–2027 school year!
Ms. Cerrillo (She/Her)
Front Desk Receptionist
Kayla Cerrillo joined Triple A in 2023, but has been involved with the school since 2016. Kayla is a mom of three boys, all of which attend Meridian. She also has a bonus daughter, who is an alumni of Meridian. When she is not at the school, Mrs. Cerrillo enjoys spending time with her family, her grandson, and fur babies. Her other hobbies include crocheting for her small business, reading, and watching true crime documentaries.
Ms. Thompson (She/Her)
Kindergarten Group Leader (Group B)
Hi, everyone! My name is Alexandria and this is my seventh school year at Meridian, and my eighth year in childcare overall. I enjoy learning, painting, reading, and shopping in my free time. I’m very excited for this school year!
Ms. Reyes
1st Grade Group Leader (Group C)
Hi i’m Bianca, I’m excited for my second year at Meridian with first grade! I love creating a fun, welcoming environment where students feel supported, confident, and excited to learn. I’m looking forward to a wonderful year of learning, growth and fun!
Ms. Briones
1st Grade Group Leader (Group D)
Ms. Briones is in her second year with the Triple A team as a second grade group leader. She loves working with kids and allowing a creative, safe, and respectful environment. She enjoys singing, baking, and watching old movies. Ms.Briones was born and raised here in Austin, Texas. Her future dream is to be able to become a special needs therapist/teacher. She is very excited to be starting this new journey at Meridian!
Mr. Isaiah (They/Them)
2nd Grade Group Leader (Group F)
Hi! I’m Isaiah, a Group Leader with Triple A. I was born in Dallas, Texas. My favorite color is green, I’m a big foodie, and I love hands-on activities and being creative. I enjoy building positive relationships with students and creating a fun, safe, and welcoming environment where every child feels included, supported, and encouraged to learn and grow.
Mrs. Camarillo (She/Her)
3rd Grade Group Leader (Group G)
Yvonne Camarillo joined Meridian in August of 2017. She was born and raised in Corpus Christi, TX. She attended Austin Community College and South University when she and her family moved to the area. She's certified in Management/Leadership. Throughout her career, she's had the opportunity to co-own a restaurant and manage and market several other businesses before transitioning to the classroom. She has worked in special education inclusion, earning certificates in Capturing Kids Heart and Making the PYP Happen in the Classroom. Mrs. Camarillo has over 20 years of management experience, and 10 years of child care experience in grades K-5. In her present days, she's invested in property managing, focusing on residential living. Mrs Camarillo has said, "Working for the school system with all of her amazing students she's met along the way has truly changed her life for the best, giving her such peace." On her off days, she loves spending time with family and friends, especially her grandson, vacationing, writing, and shopping.
Mr. Robert (He/Him)
3rd Grade Group Leader (Group H)
Robert Trevino was born in Puerto Rico, raised in Austin, and now resides in Round Rock, TX. He joined the Triple A team in December of 2021 as Support Staff, and is now a 3rd grade group leader and teaches piano at Meridian. Robert is a formally trained multi-instrumentalist, audio engineer and professional musician. He also holds an associates degree in Music Business and Technology, and has a background in retail management. In his spare time, he enjoys drawing, cooking, gardening, traveling, woodworking and spending quality time with his wife, son, daughter and grandsons.
Mr. Franklin (He/Him)
4th Grade Group Leader (Group J)
I love finding fresh, fun, and flexible ways to make learning lively as can be! Whether it's through art, stories, or games. My goal is to spark curiosity, cultivate creativity, and connect students with the world around them.
Ms. Stimmel (She/Her)
5th Grade Group Leader (Group K)
Brianna is from Round Rock, TX. She has been babysitting since 2017 and she finds joy engaging in fun activities with the kids. She enjoys going out in nature and taking pictures on her camera, as well as writing poetry and a variety of literature in her free time. She loves to read, watch criminal justice shows, and spend time with her friends and family.
Mr. Cesar (He/Him)
5th Grade Group Leader (Group L)
Hi! I’m Cesar and I am 23 years old. This is my first year at Meridian & I am so excited to start! In my free time I enjoy video games and exercise!
Mrs. Nell (She/Her)
Support Staff / W3 Group Leader
Nell Osmar joined the Triple A team in February of 2024. She has worked in child education for more than 10 years in public and Montessori schools. She enjoys watching that light bulb moment go on in children as they obtain that sense of accomplishment in their work. She has lived in Georgetown for over 20 years and likes to stay busy and get things done. In her down time she enjoys walks, yoga, eating out, her bible study groups, watching her daughter perform on stage, and hanging out with her husband of 25 years.
Ms. Jackie (She/Her)
Support Staff
Hi! My name is Jackie, I'm someone who is naturally caring, patient, and easygoing. I enjoy spending time with family and friends, making memories, and simply enjoying life.
Ms. Marr (She/Her)
Triple A Substitute
Brianna Marr joined the Triple-A team in October of 2022. She loves doing many things such as reading, traveling, driving/road trips, watching Gilmore Girls, meeting new people, making memories with her group, and so much more. Her dream is to pursue a doctorate in pediatric occupational therapy, as she has always loved working with children. Ms. Marr's biggest philosophy for her Triple A group to learn is to be the best human and student possible. She is always ready for an adventure, and cannot wait to start another school year off!
Ms. Edmondson (She/Her)
Triple A Substitute
Christian Edmondson joined the Triple A team as support staff in October of 2022. She was born in Austin, Texas, and enjoys the places that Texas has to offer, such as the parks and shopping malls. She also has an appreciation for alone time, and likes to make the most of that time by reading, listening to music, and checking up on her friends. As the youngest sibling, she's been shown a great example of how to treat younger children by her two brothers.
Ms. Montalvo (She/Her)
Support Staff
This is my first year joining Triple A as support staff. I look forward to the opportunity working with the team and to positively influence the students in their growth and development. In my spare time you will find me spending quality time with my family and friends; Whether that is cooking together, traveling, or shopping. My hobby is photography and I am the photographer in our family. I make the most of my spare time by staying active in Pilates or Yoga!
*Group Leaders and Groups are Subject to Change