My name is Melissa Casassa and I am your child’s 1st grade teacher.  This is my 23rd year of teaching, and my 9th year in the Temecula Valley Unified School District. I’ve taught TK, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade.  Previously, I’ve taught in Jurupa Unified School District here in California, Clark County School District in Nevada, and Jefferson County School District which is in Colorado. I received my teaching credential from California State University, Fullerton, and have a Master’s degree from Chapman University.

I have 2 kids, one attends Cal Poly SLO, and the other is a Senior in TVUSD. I have also been married for 23 years and enjoy spending time with family and friends.