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ZOTUNG REFUGEE CATHOLIC LEARNING CENTRE
JOSE GALINDO
Moral Education Online Teacher
Jose Galindo is a senior at Regis High School. Jose enjoys playing piano, reading and listening to music. He also plays ultimate frisbee for Regis.
"I love helping out and am looking forward to an excellent year!"
OUR REGIS HIGH School VOLUNTEERS
SINCE 2020, STUDENTS AT REGIS HIGH SCHOOL HAVE PLAYED AN INTEGRAL PART IN OUR DIGITAL SYLLABUS. THESE STUDENTS COMPLEMENT OUR CHILDREN'S LEARNING, AS WELL AS PROVIDE A CHANNEL FOR COMMUNICATION AND DIALOG DURING THE HOURS WHEN THERE ARE NOT SUFFICIENT EDUCATORS TO TEACH IN PERSON AT OUR LEARNING CENTRE. WE CURRENTLY HAVE AROUND 35 VOLUNTEERS FROM REGIS HIGH SCHOOL AND SOME OF THEM ARE LISTED HERE. COME MEET THEM!
DAVID SOLANO
Online Teacher
David Solano is a senior at Regis High School. David enjoys acting and singing in musicals, public speaking, and videography. In class, he creates an engaging, rewarding experience for his students so that they grow in their love for learning.
"Seeing them understand the material whilst having fun is the greatest reward for teaching them, as I see their comprehension and enjoyment grow."
EVAN MCELFRESH
Online Teacher
Evan McElfresh is a senior at Regis High School with a firm belief in the power of a Catholic education. He enjoys reading, spending time with his friends, and walking around New York City.
"It’s been such a joy teaching my students and watching their abilities and confidence in themselves grow!"
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Updated as of 21 June 2024
MICHAEL CAMERON
Online Teacher / Former Lead Coordinator
Michael Cameron is a recent graduate of Regis High School. As a Catholic, he believes that everyone deserves an education regardless of financial or societal status. He enjoys playing soccer, cooking, and teaching. He began volunteering for Zotung in July 2022, and formerly served as the lead coordinator for Regis volunteers, where he helped expand to number of volunteers to over 35.
"Every week, I see the students improve their academic skills, and I see the students open up socially as they continually participate more often. It has been a joy to watch."
LUCA DALVEN
Online Teacher / Lead Coordinator
Luca Dalven is a senior at Regis High School. He has been volunteering for two years now. He believes strongly in Zotung’s social and religious mission, and is enthusiastic to keep giving back to this amazing community.
“Seeing my students pop up on my screen, brightens my night and never fails to put a smile on my face.”
LEO DAMATO
Online Teacher
Leo Damato is a senior at Regis High School. He began volunteering in the fall of 2022 and has thoroughly enjoyed sharing valuable lessons with his students. In his free time, Leo likes to watch and play soccer, bike, and read.
“It’s been a great pleasure connecting with my students and watching them grow, both intellectually and socially.”
PETER GRANDE
Online Teacher
Peter Grande is a senior at Regis High School. He began volunteering with Zotung because he loved the opportunity to form connections with students on the other side of the globe. He enjoys reading, debate, hiking, and playing the piano.
“I love teaching the students, and I love what I learn from them even more. They bring such enthusiasm to every class that I can’t help but be inspired.”
Leo DeCock
Online Teacher
Leo DeCock is a junior at Regis High School. He has been volunteering with Zotung since December of 2022 to continue spreading the gift of an education to all. He enjoys reading and playing soccer.
“It is truly an honor to witness my students developing week by week in all realms of their academic, social, and religious lives with a smile on their face."
LEO LEE
Online Teacher
Leo Lee is a senior at Regis High School. He started as an online volunteer in December of 2022. Leo enjoys playing tennis, the French Horn, and watching movies in his free time.
“Teaching Zotung has been a great experience seeing the students grow academically, and I am excited to see their progress in the future.”
IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY STUDYING IN THE USA AND HAVE AN HOUR A WEEK (APPROXIMATELY 10:00 PM EASTERN TIME) PLEASE SPEAK WITH OUR LEAD COORDINATORS TO EXPLORE HOW YOU TOO CAN BE PART OF THE HIGH SCHOOL VOLUNTEERING COMMUNITY.
EITHER CONTACT DANIEL DIRECTLY AT NGIAMDANIEL@GMAIL.COM OR CONTACT US WITH THE BUTTON BELOW WITH YOUR CONTACT DETAILS AND WE WILL GET IN TOUCH WITH YOU SHORTLY.
ONLINE VOLUNTEERS - REGIS HIGH SCHOOL
DANIEL NGIAM
Online Teacher / Former Lead Coordinator
Daniel Ngiam is a recent graduate of Regis High School. He has been with Zotung since 2016 and played an important role in creating our virtual learning system. In class, Daniel loves sharing his passion for art with his students
"I deeply admire the strength and unity of the students. Seeing so many of the kids grow up academically and personally has truly been a blessing."