Greetings, Parents!  My name is Linda Aranas and I am the SAILS (Succeeding in Academic and Independent Life Skills) teacher at Leonetti Elementary. 

This will be my 14th year in education; I began my career in Alief ISD and in 2017 I joined the wonderful district of Fort Bend!  Outside of special education, I have experience teaching 2nd, 3rd, Pre-K, and Kindergarten. Out of all the grades I've taught, it's the special needs population that has a special place in my heart.  I see growth happening every single day!

I was born and raised in Houston, and I graduated from the University of Houston with a Bachelor's Degree in Education.  I've been married to my high school sweetheart for 14 years, and I have two children.  My 12 year old son CJ attends Thornton Middle School as a 7th grader, and my 9 year old daughter Sophie is a 4th grader right here at Leonetti!

During my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, having play-dates with other friends and their kids, watching movies, and reading.  I am also a 2nd degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and own a small business creating balloon decor for special events! 

I am so excited to be part of the staff at Leonetti Elementary, The Greatest Place to Be!