Originally from Colombia and raised in California, I have been blessed living the best of both worlds.  I earned my B.A. in International Business (emphasis in Spanish and  Latin American Studies) from San Diego State University.  Prior to entering the educational field, my professional background varied working in the corporate setting. My experiences include sales, marketing, and management. Once I decided to enter education, I received a Masters in Education (emphasis in Cross Cultural Studies) from National University.  Some of my experiences teaching in Humanities include Spanish, U.S. History, AP World History and Design Thinking.  

This is my second year at High Tech High! I am excited to work with the senior class and see them achieve their personal dreams and goals!

Sharon Mayer is a San Diego native who grew up in Ramona and earned her bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies, California Teaching Credential, and a Master’s in Educational Technology from San Diego State University. 

Sharon has been part of the High Tech High community since 2009, when her twin boys started kindergarten at Explorer. Over the years, she became a familiar face on campus—working as a substitute teacher, serving on the Parent Association, and later stepping into leadership roles as Parent Association President at HTMMA and founding President at HTHM.  In fall 2023, Sharon joined the High Tech High staff as part of the college counseling team. Sharon is excited to support students as they navigate their high school experience and prepare for the next chapter of their educational journey.

Hello there! My name is Erik Figge, and I am excited to be the 11th-grade math teacher and CCAT Data Lead once again this year. I was born and raised in San Diego and have spent time living in Iowa, Chicago, and Kansas City. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Grinnell College and my Master's degree in Teaching and Learning from the High Tech High Graduate School of Education. I am passionate about building students’ confidence in mathematics and broadening perspectives around mathematical thinking through the utilization of math modeling to approach real-world problems. Outside of class, I coach cross-country as well as track and field, while also enjoying playing, watching, and analyzing a variety of sports.

Fahima Ahmed is the Director of the Gary and Jerri Ann Jacobs High Tech High. Before stepping into this role, she spent 14 years as a mathematics teacher at High Tech High, High Tech High Mesa, and the West Bronx Academy in New York. Fahima holds bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Philosophy, as well as a master’s degree in Mathematics Education. With a passion for art, dance, travel, hiking, and yoga, she deeply values the interdisciplinary approach at High Tech High, where diverse interests and experiences are integrated into meaningful learning. As Director, Fahima is committed to supporting educators and building strong connections with students and families to foster a collaborative and equitable learning environment.

Nicholle Wyatt has worked in the college counseling field for over 30 years.  Prior to coming to HTH in 2019, she worked in the college admissions offices of Pacific University and the University of San Diego and was the Head College Counselor for 19 years at Academy Our Lady of Peace (OLP).  Nicholle stays on top of the ever-changing college admissions landscape by working as an External Admissions Reader for the UC system the past 25 years (formerly at UCSD and UCLA, and currently for UCSB).  She also served on the Board of Directors for the National Catholic College Admissions Association and the San Diego National College Fair Committee for over 18 years.

For 5 summers, Nicholle was the Lead Admissions Coach for USC’s Bovard Scholars Program — a 3-week residential program that works with high achieving, rising seniors from under-resourced schools and matches them with top-tier universities while walking them through the college application process. 

In her free time, Nicholle and her husband enjoy coaching and watching their 13 year old daughter Natalie play golf, softball and basketball.