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A Legacy of Excellence in Education

Ms. Dana Hamilton was appointed Student Support Services Coordinator and Middle-High Counselor from August 2024 Master of Education – School Counseling (Seattle Pacific University, Seattle, WA) Bachelor of Arts – Psychology (Central Washington University), Ellensburg, WA) Licensed Certified Professional Counselor, Nevada Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Washington National Board-Certified School Counselor, 2014 National Board-Certified Counselor, 2014 I have been a school counselor since 2002. I’ve worked at the primary and secondary level focusing on cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused brief therapy. I believe if one changes the way they think they will change the way they feel. Prior to becoming a school counselor, I worked as a mental health therapist dealing with children and adults in crisis as well as providing brief and intermediate therapy. I believe that dealing with the “whole child” creates a path facilitating the best outcome for the student in their educational pursuit. I am a firm believer in Social-Emotional Learning and believe that the lives of children will be better the more empathic they are. My husband I love to travel – we have been all around the world and plan to continue to do this. I am an avid runner – I just ran my 12th marathon. I am so excited to become a part of the TAS community. I am ready to make a difference.

Mr. Peter holds the following degree and certifications: International Student Advocate Certificate from NACAC (National Association for College Admission Counseling) MA of Education from The College of New Jersey BA Elementary Education from The College of New Jersey CELTA certificate from Cambridge University Press and Assessment BA from George Fox University, with a double major in Business and History Aside from spending time with his family, Mr. Thong loves to play sports, chess (Chinese and American) and is passionate about helping others to discover and maximize their talents and gifts to achieve their purpose and goals.

Ms. Rachel Temple has been named TAS Curriculum Coordinator beginning August 1, 2024. Originally from Seattle, WA, U.S.A., Ms. Temple began her career in education teaching English in Caracas, Venezuela and Seoul, South Korea. After completing a teacher certification program in Dallas, Texas, U.S.A., she taught high school Spanish for five years at public schools in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Moving back to Seattle, Ms. Temple taught Spanish and served as the Assistant Director of a small private school. Most recently, Ms. Temple served as the founding Director of Academic Programs at an independent school in the Seattle Metro Area. Ms. Temple holds the following degrees and certifications: Master of Arts in International Relations, Dublin City University Bachelor of Arts in Spanish, Texas Christian University ECAP Teacher Certification Program Texas Educator Certification, Languages Other than English - Spanish (EC - 12), English as a Second Language Supplemental (EC - 12) Ms. Temple is dedicated to helping every learner achieve at their highest level. She is excited to join the TAS team and is looking forward to working with the Mustang faculty, staff, and students!

B.A. – University of Nevada Las Vegas – Anthropology M.Ed. – University of Nevada Las Vegas – Elementary Instruction and Curriculum Design TESOL and Google certified WHO AM I? I was raised and educated in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. I have always been curious about and gained inspiration and insight from other cultures. Travel has always been a passion for this reason. I have been in education for over 10 years, in various capacities. I have worked as an undergraduate teaching assistant, a tutor, a substitute, and a teacher. I have taught in Las Vegas, Bangkok, and now I am excited to work with you and your children in Ho Chi Minh City.