• SWE Amazing Paraprofessionals

    Madison Alpha, RDSPD Aide, madison.alpha@fortbendisd.gov

    Judi Belavendra George, Pre-K Aide judi.belavendrageorge@fortbendisd.gov

    This is my first year at Settlers Way Elementary, and I’m excited to be part of the SWE family! I bring one year of experience working in Fort Bend ISD as a substitute teacher. I’m happily married and a proud mom of two amazing children who graduated from FBISD and are now attending Texas A&M University. Supporting our Pre-K students as they begin their learning journey is a true joy, and I look forward to growing alongside them every day!”

    Sabrina Canada-Agosto, Pre-K Aide sabrina.canadaagosto@fortbendisd.gov

    I am excited to join Settlers Way Elementary this year. I recently moved to the Fort Bend area with my husband and my son. I bring over seven years of experience in education, with a special passion for supporting young learners and children with special needs. I believe in creating a positive, welcoming classroom where every child can grow, explore, and succeed. I'm looking forward to building connections with our students, families, and community this year!

    Marcia Carter-Jones, Resource/Inclusion Aide Marcia.CarterJones@fortbendisd.gov

    This is my 12th year at Settlers Way Elementary as a SPED paraprofessional, supporting our incredible Resource/Inclusion classes K-5. I'm happily married and a proud parent of three beautiful children, one of whom is currently thriving as a student in FBISD! I truly love working with your wonderful students at SWE, and I enjoy every moment of our learning journey together as we continue to grow and SOAR!

    Maria De Leon, Pre-K RDSPD Aide Maria.Deleon1@fortbendisd.gov

    This is my fifth year at SWE, and I enjoy working with my RDSPD kids!  I have been married for 24 years and have 3 wonderful children. They all went to Bush High School in Fort Bend ISD.

    Audreece Dickson, PE Aide @fortbendisd.gov

    Nathan Hamilton, Resource/Inclusion Aide nathan.hamilton@fortbendisd.gov

    Joni Herbst, RDSPD Aide Joni.Herbst@fortbendisd.gov

    Jocelyn Hogan, RDSPD Aide Jocelyn.Hogan@fortbendisd.gov

    Sadia Javaid, Resource/Inclusion Aide Sadia.Javaid@fortbendisd.gov

    It's my 8th year at SWE. I'm very proud to be a part of this amazing family. I have been married for over 20 years and my husband and I are the parents of 3 teenagers. 

    Wendy Joval Navarro, RDSPD Aide wendy.jovalnavarro@fortbendisd.gov

    Nalina Lakshmanan, Resource/Inclusion Aide Nalina.Lakshmanan@fortbendisd.gov

    This is my 9th year at SWE and I am a certified para professional (Math 4-8.) This year, I support all subject areas for 3rd-5th grades and kindergarten. I have a teaching background, specializing in math for primary and secondary grades. I am happily married with a good family. SWE is the best place to work, learn and grow! 

    Ana Varela Molina, EL Compliance Aide Ana.Molina@fortbendisd.gov

    This is my 6th year in education and my second year at SWE. I am a bilingual mechanical engineer, happily married with a kid thriving at Fort Bend ISD.  For me, it is an honor to work with the Sped SAILS team and the SWE Family, helping our students in a professional and empathetic manner.

    Sejal Ranade, SAILS Aide sejal.ranade@fortbendisd.gov

    Daija Reese, Kindergarten Aide daija.reese@fortbendisd.gov

    I’m thrilled to be working with our amazing Kindergarten students this year. Originally from Louisiana, I’ve always had a heart for children—starting at just 7 years old when I helped my grandmother care for and teach little ones in her in-home daycare. That early experience sparked a lifelong passion for education, which continued through babysitting in my neighborhood and beginning my college journey in Education in 2018.

    Though I took a detour into the real estate world, my love for teaching never left. I’m now excited to return to my roots and pursue my teaching degree. As the proud daughter of a dedicated educator of over twenty years, I’ve spent countless hours in classrooms, learning the value of patience, creativity, and connection.

    Most recently, I’ve stepped into a new role as a proud mom to a beautiful baby boy, which has only deepened my commitment to nurturing young minds. I’m honored to support our Explorers as they grow, learn, and soar!

    Cherie’ Thompson, Sign Language Facilitator (All grade levels/TC/Oral) – RDSPD Cherie.Thompson@fortbendisd.gov

    Kids call me Ms. Cherie’. I've known sign language since I was 14 years old and this is my 11th year at SWE. I am originally from Denver, CO and moved here from Chicago, IL. I have 2 daughters, one in college and one in middle school.

    Maria Varela, SAILS Aide maria.varela@fortbendisd.gov