Meet Our Team
Meet Our Raise Team

Leahndrah Carrillo | Student Champion Clerk
My name is Leahndrah Carrillo, I’m part of the RAISE team. I’m fortunate to have found a role that allows me to fulfill my dream and passion of working in education. Being helpful is what I thrive off of. So its a gift and privilege to provide support to both Insight staff and families. In my personal life, things that I enjoy while not at work are: reading, writing, hiking, and cooking.

Rachelle MacIver | Retention Specialist
My name is Rachelle MacIver and I am a Retention Specialist on the RAISE Team. This is my 7th year at Insight. I love the outdoors and try to spend as much time as I can hiking, trail running, mountain biking, and camping. I have been married to my amazing and very funny husband for 29 years, and we have three awesome kiddos. Two of my kids attended online school for several years when they were younger, and I was their Learning Coach. I understand the rewards and challenges that come with this type of schooling, and I’m excited to help support you.

Anica Garcia | Academic Growth Advocate
Hello! My name is Anica Garcia and I have been an Academic Growth Advocate at Insight schools for almost two years. I have been married for 17 years to my funny yet loving husband. I am a very proud mother of 3 children. (2 boys and 1 girl) I love to work out and I have a true passion teaching various fitness classes at a Pilates Studio in town. I also love to dance! In my free time I love to watch my boys play in the sports they are involved in. I also love watching my daughter perform in dance, pep/cheer and folklorico. It has been so amazing to be part of the RAISE team! I am looking forward to another school year and supporting students from Insight Schools!

Jade Robertson | Academic Growth Advocate
Hi! My name is Jade Robertson, and I have been the Academic Growth Advocate here at Insight for a little over two years. In my free time, I love to read, take naps, and go on walks. I love all genres, but mostly read thrillers. My current favorite authors are Colleen Hoover and Freida McFadden. I am currently in school & hope to one day teach here at Insight. I have been married to my amazing husband for two years. Together with our beautifully blended family, we have our daughter that is 19, and two boys that are 16 and 11, and a new baby on the way due in February. I love being part of the RAISE team and am so excited to help support you this year!!

Jeannie Sheffield | Retention Specialist
My name is Jeannie Sheffield, and I’m part of the RAISE Team. I really enjoy my role as a Retention Specialist. Connecting with students, discussing any barriers they might be facing and following up with support and encouragement is deeply rewarding. My interests involve anything relating to personal growth, and my cat, Romulus. He is the sweetest and loves to snuggle.

Lyla Rodriguez | Bilingual RAISE Engagement Coach
A little about me: I am the proud mother of 3 beautiful children. Giselle 10, Blue 5 and Matteo 2. This will be my second year with ISCA and my sixteenth year working in the education field. Working for Insight is a unique opportunity because I get to work with students and learning coaches as we collaborate to make your student’s online learning experience the best it can be. When I’m not working, I like to spend time with my children. We like going to the park, beach and explore museums. My oldest love martial arts and have competed in Jiu-jitsu tournaments. My middle child loves baseball and will start kinder this year. And my sweet youngest baby boy is still in the baby shark phase. This is just a little about me and my family, can’t wait to get to meet you and your family.

Vanessa MacKenzie | Media & Community Liaison
My name is Vanessa MacKenzie and I am the Media and Community Liaison at Insight Schools as well as a part of the RAISE Team! I have a degree in Animation/Illustration from San Jose State University. I am an empathic and creative connection for our community and let my curious nature drive my ability to service the needs of Insight’s community.