Katherine Sunseri obtained her BA in History from UC Santa Cruz in 2015 (go Banana Slugs!), with a focus in modern European history. After graduating from UCSC, Ms. Sunseri returned to the Sacramento area to get her teaching credential in social science at CSU Sacramento in 2017. She has taught a variety of courses at Oakmont, including Ethnic Studies, AP Government, CP Government and Economics, and AP European History. She is also part of the Oakmont Health Academy. Ms. Sunseri is passionate about helping students develop their critical thinking skills and become informed, caring, and responsible citizens.

Ms. Sunseri was born in Placerville, grew up in Folsom, and currently lives in Rocklin. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, hiking, traveling, listening to podcasts, and reading.