Volta Elementary

Mrs. Costello was raised in Georgia, but moved to Los Banos over 30 years ago with her husband and 3 children.  Mrs. Costello has a Bachelor’s Degree from CSU Stanislaus with an emphasis in Psychology.  She also has a  Master’s Degree in Education as a Reading Specialist from Fresno State, and she recently published her first children’s book, Patti’s Predicament. Mrs. Costello has taught for over 20 years at multiple elementary schools in this district and loves every aspect of teaching. In her spare time Mrs. Costello enjoys camping, hiking, bike riding, and playing with her grandchildren. Please click here to email Mrs. Costello.

Mrs. Machado grew up always wanting to one day become an elementary school  teacher. She attended Merced College and then transferred to California State University, Stanislaus to graduate with a Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Studies and earned her teaching credential. Mrs. Machado enjoyed teaching 6th grade at Henry Miller Elementary and 4th grade at Volta Elementary. She is now teaching for the Independent Study program, working closely with parents and students to educate and help them become successful in their academic endeavors. Please click here to email Mrs. Machado.