I’m an avid fan of mysteries, most bodies of water, writing and almost any animal, especially my dog, Tank.
Teaching and learning with our youth is the most rewarding journey I can imagine. It enables me to feel like I’m contributing to our future in a positive way by teaching and encouraging students in all of their individual endeavors. Exploring the art of acting is a never ending process and the tools necessary are equally infinite. Humanity must be studied and this art makes all dreams possible. Sharing this craft with our students gives me the opportunity to keep these possibilities alive and participate in any imaginable circumstance.
Email: mgates@tsas.org
Room: 128
Educational Background:
- Bachelor of Arts from Bedford University
- American Theatre Conservatory
I’ve lived in Oklahoma my whole life, but I LOVE to travel and I’ve been to eight different countries and over twenty-five states. I love music (come find me to talk about BTS and Taylor Swift) and I also play several instruments and sing. Catch me anytime to talk about anything nerdy–video games, writing, books, movies, TV shows, YouTube, etc. And I do genuinely enjoy math! I love surprising people with my variety of skills and interests and showing them that you don’t have to limit yourself to one area.
I teach because I want to help students find their way through life and help them find what kind of person they want to be. I did not have much confidence growing up, and so I hope to show my students how they can be confident in themselves and in their skills. I also hope to begin to show my students all of the opportunities that lie ahead of them. The world is wide open to them and I want to make sure they are able to take full advantage of it!
Email: kgonzales@tsas.org
Room: 311
Educational Background:
- Master of Science in Mass Communications at Oklahoma State University
- Master of Science in Counseling at Northeastern State University (in progress)
- Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from the University of Tulsa
- Bachelor of Science in Media Studies from the University of Tulsa