After retiring as an elementary classroom teacher, I was not ready to give up my love of working with students and teachers. I have been working at SkyView since 2019, as the 504 Coordinator. I enjoy spending time with my family, being outdoors and traveling - especially if it includes a beach!
Year Started at SVA: 2019
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College/University: California State University of Northridge
I have been privileged to teach literature and composition at SkyView Academy High School since August 2020. Some of my favorite things to do when I'm not teaching include travel, writing poetry, and acting. My favorite novel is The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien, and I'm also a big fan of all things Shakespeare.
Year Started at SVA: 2020
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College/University: Metropolitan State University of Denver, Arapahoe Community College
My professional background ranges from developing internal procedures to working with financial institutions to liaising with internal and external stakeholders. I’ve had the opportunity to work in higher education as well as the private sector, and I can confidently say that I’m passionate about education. I enjoy working at SVA and supporting the wonderful staff we have in the building!…
Read MoreMy professional background ranges from developing internal procedures to working with financial institutions to liaising with internal and external stakeholders. I’ve had the opportunity to work in higher education as well as the private sector, and I can confidently say that I’m passionate about education. I enjoy working at SVA and supporting the wonderful staff we have in the building!
I interact with both staff and families in various aspects. My responsibilities include tuition billing for preschool/BASE/Homework Club, student fees billing for K-12 grades, accounts payable, and purchasing, among other operational tasks. I process the Free and Reduced Lunch Program letters and work with K-12 families who request to be placed on a payment plan for registration/course fees.
Year Started at SVA: Started in Business Office in 2019. Started subbing in 2016-17.
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College/University: University of Colorado at Denver: MS in Management. University of Colorado at Denver: BS in Business Administration
I'm from Barcelona, Spain, I'm married, I have two kids and I live in Colorado since 2016. I'm a journalist but I studied for a master's degree to be a Spanish Teacher in the USA. I love cooking, and baking with my kids, and bring them anywhere they can enjoy. I like to spend time with my family to visit many places around the States.
Year Started at SVA: 2022
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I am a mother of four beautiful boys, married to my amazing husband. I reside in Highlands Ranch, Colorado with my family. We enjoy going to the reservoirs and having events with our neighbors and friends and we love art projects. We are a happy, busy, and fun family that is always moving! I have worked with children for the vast majority of my working life. Prior to my employment with SkyView, I was a stay-at-home mom with my medically complex baby. In conclusion, I am elated that I get the opportunity to be a part of the SkyView family!
Year Started at SVA: 2021
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College/University: University of Phoenix
Hello- My name is Kristine Barri and I am one of the first grade teachers! I have been a teacher a SVA since 2010 and absolutely love it! My husband and I, along with our two children, live in Highlands Ranch. I love being a mom, spending time with my family, going to Grand Lake, getting lost in a good book, and playing with my three dogs. I am a Colorado native and can’t imagine living anywhere else!
Year Started at SVA: 2010
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College/University: I received my Bachelor's Degree from Colorado State University and my Master's Degree in Elementary Education from The University of Phoenix
I love being a second-grade teacher and have been working at SkyView Academy since 2021. I graduated with my Bachelors from Colorado State University in 2017 (go Rams!). When I'm not hanging out with wonderful family and awesome friends, you can probably find me reading, writing, or playing volleyball.
Year Started at SVA: 2021
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College/University: Colorado State University
I was born and raised in Colorado despite everyone else in my family is from Wisconsin. I moved away for college but moved back because there is no better place than Colorado. I’ve been married for 14 years to a wonderful man and we have two kids, ages 9 and 11. Working with kids of all ages has been my passion for 15 years now and I am so excited to get to know all the students and staff at SVA. Being in a school is my happy place. I love summer with its hiking, traveling, BBQ’s and concerts. I love winter for the cozy food, books, and snuggling under a blanket with my family watching movies.
Year Started at SVA: 2022
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College/University: Undergrad: Hawaii Pacific University, Long Island University CW Post Campus, Franklin College Switzerland. Graduate: CU Denver
Hello SVA community. I am entering my 8th year at SVA, and my 11th year teaching overall. My first 7 years at SVA were spent teaching 8th grade history. I loved teaching history. I am excited to enter a new role as MS Dean and leadership teacher. This is an exciting change and I look forward to serving the community, students, and teachers.
My wife also teaches in the middle school, and my son is in 2nd grade at SVA. So, I am very invested in the growth and success of SVA.
I love the outdoors and sports. I spend most of my summer camping and fishing. I am also an avid reader and I love movies.
Year Started at SVA: 2013
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College/University: Metro State University of Denver- BA in History. Grand Canyon University- MA in Educational Leadership
I have taught 6th grade social studies since 2016 at SVA. My degree is in History and I have a License in secondary education. I love teaching middle school, I taught eight grade prior to coming to SVA. I coach and compete in synchronized swimming. My family is very important to me. 2021 I took on the role of history department chair.
Year Started at SVA: 2015
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College/University: Metropolitan State University of Denver BA in History
Hi! I’m Alicia Brackney. I’ve been teaching in the Denver area since 2016 after marrying a wonderful Denver native who is also a teacher. In January of 2020, I gave birth to Emersyn Joy (EmJ for short), and she is the love of our lives. During this season, I’ve been enjoying playing with EmJ, cooking, and yoga.
As for my education and experience, I have a BA in Psychology and a MA in ELL. During the past decade, I have had the privilege of teaching 2nd, 3rd, 5th, and ELL. I’m very excited to teach 3rd grade again this year. I delight in teaching students this age as they are full of wonder, hugs, and hilarious stories!
Years Started at SVA: 2020-21
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College/University: Louisiana Tech University and Azusa Pacific University
I am a Colorado native and graduated from D'Evelyn High School in 1999. I joined the Marine Corps and served for 4 years on active duty including a combat deployment to Iraq in 2003. Once I got home, I transferred to the Army National Guard and attended college at the University of Northern Colorado. In 2019 I retired from the military after 20 years of service with the rank of Captain. 2022-23 will be my 11th year teaching in the High School at SVA.
Year started at SVA: 2012
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College/University: UNC
I enjoy the Colorado outdoors and horseback ride, camp, kayak and more!
College/University: BSN from Baylor Univesity; MS from The University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
Year started at SVA: 2010
I am excited to begin my 6th year at SkyView! I have been teaching various history classes across middle and high school for a total of 15 years in Texas and Colorado. My wife Jen and I have 3 kids, all of whom attend SkyView, so we love the community that exists here. Outside of the classroom, I love to travel with my family and create memories. I love all things Kansas City and would be lost without music. We love to get outside and explore all that Colorado has to offer.
Year Started at SVA: 2016
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College/University: Kansas State University, Concordia University
My name is Andy Brocka. I am so excited to be teaching third grade at SkyView Academy. I am starting my 5th year as a teacher, I have taught fifth grade for 4 years in DCSD. When I am not at school I enjoy spending time with my wife and two sons.
Year Started at SVA: 2019
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College/University: Teachers License Metro State University/BA Psychology Wartburg College
Hi! I am a middle school Spanish teacher at SVA!
Year Started at SVA: 2016
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College/University: University of Colorado
I am a Colorado native and I graduated from the University of Colorado at Denver with a Business degree. I have worked at SkyView since it's inaugural year. It has been exciting and rewarding to see all of the growth that has taken place at SVA! My husband and I have two daughters, one of whom graduated from SVA in 2018.
Year started at SVA: 2010
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College/University: University of Colorado at Denver
I studied Deaf Education and have been teaching American Sign Language and Deaf kids for about 20 years. I love teaching and helping students become the best they can be. I have two children that are out on their own experiencing their adult lives.
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College/University: The University of Southern Mississippi and Concordia University
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