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Sue Akin

504 Coordinator K-12

I was born in South Africa, lived in Los Angeles, where my two daughters were born, and moved to Colorado after 20 years. I taught elementary school for 35 years, and this will be my sixth year at SVA as a 504 Coordinator. Year Started at SVA: 2019 Favorite Things College/University: California State University of NorthridgeRead More
K-12
Biography

I was born in South Africa, lived in Los Angeles, where my two daughters were born, and moved to Colorado after 20 years. I taught elementary school for 35 years, and this will be my sixth year at SVA as a 504 Coordinator.

Year Started at SVA: 2019
Favorite Things
College/University: California State University of Northridge

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Cintia Aleman

Business Services Manager

My professional background ranges from developing internal procedures, working with financial institutions, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders. I’ve had the opportunity to work in higher education as well as the private sector. 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.…Read More
Administration/Office/Facilities
Biography

My professional background ranges from developing internal procedures, working with financial institutions, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders. I’ve had the opportunity to work in higher education as well as the private sector. 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/Beyond the Bell, 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.

Both my kids attend SVA, a high schooler and a middle schooler. My oldest child started preschool at SVA in August 2012, and we have been so happy here!

Year Started at SVA: Started in the Business Office in 2019. Started subbing in 2016-17.
Favorite Things
College/University: University of Colorado at Denver: MS in Management. University of Colorado at Denver: BS in Business Administration

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Regan Bakke

Elementary Teacher

Hello! My name is Regan Bakke, and I am teaching fourth grade this year at SkyView. This past spring, I graduated from the University of Arizona with a degree in Elementary Education, so this is my first year teaching (yay!). I am originally from Denver and love to ski and hike. I am overjoyed to join the SkyView family!…Read More
Elementary School
Biography

Hello! My name is Regan Bakke, and I am teaching fourth grade this year at SkyView. This past spring, I graduated from the University of Arizona with a degree in Elementary Education, so this is my first year teaching (yay!). I am originally from Denver and love to ski and hike. I am overjoyed to join the SkyView family!

Year Started at SVA: 2024
Favorite Things
College/University: University of Arizona
Google Classroom

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Kristine Barri

Elementary School Teacher

I have been teaching at SkyView since the school opened in August 2010. I truly love SVA and am thankful to work with such a great team and wonderful families. When I am not teaching, I love spending time with my family! My husband and I live in Highlands Ranch and have twins who will be in sixth grade this year!…Read More
Elementary School
Biography

I have been teaching at SkyView since the school opened in August 2010. I truly love SVA and am thankful to work with such a great team and wonderful families.

When I am not teaching, I love spending time with my family! My husband and I live in Highlands Ranch and have twins who will be in sixth grade this year! We also have three dogs who are very loved and spoiled 🙂 Our favorite spot to spend time is in Grand Lake! We enjoy the calm, small mountain town and spending time on the water! It is beautiful. I love reading fiction and historical fiction books, gardening, and sitting outside on our patio!

Year Started at SVA: 2010
Favorite Things
College/University: Colorado State University- undergraduate, University of Phoenix- Masters in Elementary Education

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Jennifer Bell

English Language Development Teacher

I attended Missouri State University, where I received a Secondary English Education and TESOL degree and met my amazing husband of 20+ years. We have lived in many places with our two daughters and most recently moved from Seattle, where I was a freelance writer and substitute teacher. I grew up in East Africa, where I developed a love for different cultures and travel.…Read More
K-12
Biography

I attended Missouri State University, where I received a Secondary English Education and TESOL degree and met my amazing husband of 20+ years. We have lived in many places with our two daughters and most recently moved from Seattle, where I was a freelance writer and substitute teacher. I grew up in East Africa, where I developed a love for different cultures and travel. My favorite thing to do is explore international locations with my family and eat all the local delicacies. When we can't visit other countries, I enjoy being in the mountains, gardening, exploring local areas, and spending time creating and experiencing community.

Year Started at SVA: 2023
Favorite Things
College/University: Missouri State

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Monica Benger

Instructional Support Professional

My family has been part of the Skyview family for 8 years now, as I have two beautiful daughters, Reagan and Georgia, who attend here. This is my third year as Kindergarten ISP, and I love helping and having fun with the kindergarteners and supporting our amazing Kindergarten teachers. In my pre-kids life, I was a content creator and buyer for online retailers.…Read More
Elementary School
Biography

My family has been part of the Skyview family for 8 years now, as I have two beautiful daughters, Reagan and Georgia, who attend here. This is my third year as Kindergarten ISP, and I love helping and having fun with the kindergarteners and supporting our amazing Kindergarten teachers. In my pre-kids life, I was a content creator and buyer for online retailers. I have also started my own little business doing freelance writing and a gift printing business. When I am not spending time with them or driving them around, I also love to craft, cook, play games, and read.

Year Started at SVA: 2022
Favorite Things
College/University: Colorado State University

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Emily Bishop

Middle School Teacher

I am glad to be back for another year at SkyView! I am teaching a love of movement to our middle schoolers after having taught elementary school for SVA's first 10 years. My husband, who is also a PE teacher, and I, along with our 2 dogs, live in Castle Rock. You can find us on a bike ride, hike, walk, or stand-up paddling on many of our days off.…Read More
Middle School
Biography
I am glad to be back for another year at SkyView! I am teaching a love of movement to our middle schoolers after having taught elementary school for SVA's first 10 years. My husband, who is also a PE teacher, and I, along with our 2 dogs, live in Castle Rock. You can find us on a bike ride, hike, walk, or stand-up paddling on many of our days off. Winter brings out my love of the snow with skiing and snowshoeing. I am grateful for the continued opportunity to encourage every SVA student to find a passion for some movement to enhance their lives!
Year Started at SVA: 2010
Favorite Things
College/University: Metropolitan State University of Denver, Western Colorado University
First semester Google Classroom
Second semester Google Classroom
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Mandy Bockhop

High School Student Interventionist

I was born and raised in Colorado. I have been married for 16 years and have two beautiful children who also attend SkyView. I had the privilege of attending school for my Bachelor’s Degree in Honolulu, Hawaii; Long Island, New York; and Lugano, Switzerland. I received my Master’s Degree and Teaching License her at CU Denver.…Read More
High School
Biography

I was born and raised in Colorado. I have been married for 16 years and have two beautiful children who also attend SkyView. I had the privilege of attending school for my Bachelor’s Degree in Honolulu, Hawaii; Long Island, New York; and Lugano, Switzerland. I received my Master’s Degree and Teaching License her at CU Denver. I love my line of work and feel blessed every day that I get to come to school and work with the amazing kids and staff.

Year Started at SVA: 2022
Favorite Things
College/University: Masters in Education from the University of Colorado Denver

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David Bow

Middle School Assistant Principal

Hello, SVA community. I am entering my 11th year at SVA and my 14th year teaching overall. My first 7 years at SVA were spent teaching 8th grade history, and I loved teaching history. I then transitioned to MS Dean. This year, I will be the MS Assistant Principal. I look forward to serving the community, students, and teachers.…Read More
Middle School
Biography

Hello, SVA community. I am entering my 11th year at SVA and my 14th year teaching overall. My first 7 years at SVA were spent teaching 8th grade history, and I loved teaching history. I then transitioned to MS Dean. This year, I will be the MS Assistant Principal. I look forward to serving the community, students, and teachers.

My wife also teaches in the middle school, and my son is in 5th grade at SVA. So, I am very invested in SVA's growth and success.

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
Favorite Things
College/University:  Metro State University and Grand Canyon University

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Miranda Bow

Middle School Teacher

I have enjoyed teaching 6th-grade social studies since 2016 at SVA. The SVA community is a large part of the Bow Family. My husband is also a member of the staff and our son attends school here. I coach and compete in Artistic Swimming, formally known as Synchronized Swimming. My educational background consists of a degree in History with a secondary teaching license.…Read More
Middle School
Biography

I have enjoyed teaching 6th-grade social studies since 2016 at SVA. The SVA community is a large part of the Bow Family. My husband is also a member of the staff and our son attends school here. I coach and compete in Artistic Swimming, formally known as Synchronized Swimming. My educational background consists of a degree in History with a secondary teaching license. I love teaching middle school, I taught eighth grade prior to coming to SVA. In 2021 I took on the role of history department chair.

Year Started at SVA: 2015
Favorite Things
College/University: Metropolitan State University of Denver BA in History

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Alicia Brackney

Elementary School Teacher

I’m Mrs. Brackney! This is my fifth year at SVA and my fourteenth year of teaching. I’m very excited to teach 2nd again this year. I love teaching 2nd graders because they are full of wonder, love, and hilarious stories! I’ve lived in Colorado for eight years. I moved here from Utah when I married a wonderful man who is also a (history) teacher.…Read More
Elementary School
Biography

I’m Mrs. Brackney! This is my fifth year at SVA and my fourteenth year of teaching. I’m very excited to teach 2nd again this year. I love teaching 2nd graders because they are full of wonder, love, and hilarious stories! I’ve lived in Colorado for eight years. I moved here from Utah when I married a wonderful man who is also a (history) teacher. We have a sweet little girl named EmJ who loves people and makes everything fun!

Years Started at SVA: 2020-21
Favorite Things
College/University: Louisiana Tech University and Azusa Pacific University

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Zack Brackney

High School Teacher

I am a Colorado native. After graduating High School, I joined the Marine Corps and served as Military Police for 4 years in Japan, California, and on a combat tour in Iraq. I transferred from the Corps to the Army National Guard and pursued a degree in History and a Secondary Teaching Certificate from the University of Northern Colorado.…Read More
High School
Biography

I am a Colorado native. After graduating High School, I joined the Marine Corps and served as Military Police for 4 years in Japan, California, and on a combat tour in Iraq. I transferred from the Corps to the Army National Guard and pursued a degree in History and a Secondary Teaching Certificate from the University of Northern Colorado. I've been at SVA for a full decade. My wife teaches at SVA, and we have a daughter who is attending pre-K here as well.

Year started at SVA: 2012
Favorite Things
College/University: UNC

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Debbie Bradley

Nurse

I am the Nurse for SVA! The healthcare team manages the medical, health, and safety needs of the SVA community. I consult and partner with SVA to provide nurse services. I am a Nationally Certified School Nurse and Board-Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in primary care. I am married with two adult children, and in my free time, I enjoy horses, camping, kayaking, decorating, country dancing, and all things family, friends, and Colorado!…Read More
Administration/Office/Facilities
Biography

I am the Nurse for SVA! The healthcare team manages the medical, health, and safety needs of the SVA community. I consult and partner with SVA to provide nurse services. I am a Nationally Certified School Nurse and Board-Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in primary care. I am married with two adult children, and in my free time, I enjoy horses, camping, kayaking, decorating, country dancing, and all things family, friends, and Colorado!

Year started at SVA: 2010
Favorite Things

College/University: Baylor University, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center

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Molly Breaux

Lead Preschool Teacher

I’m excited to be a part of the SkyView Family. Teaching preschool is so rewarding and fun. I feel lucky that I get to spend my days with amazing kiddos and a great Pre-K Team. I live in Highlands Ranch with my partner Rocky, and we have a beautiful blended family of 4 kids! I love spending time with my family, attending live shows, and gardening.…Read More
Preschool
Biography

I’m excited to be a part of the SkyView Family. Teaching preschool is so rewarding and fun. I feel lucky that I get to spend my days with amazing kiddos and a great Pre-K Team. I live in Highlands Ranch with my partner Rocky, and we have a beautiful blended family of 4 kids! I love spending time with my family, attending live shows, and gardening.

Year Started at SVA: 2023
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College/University: Metropolitan State University

 

 

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Chris Bridgham

High School Assistant Principal

This is my 19th year in education and 9th year at SVA, having taught middle school and high school history classes. I graduated from Kansas State University and love rooting for my Wildcats, Chiefs, and Royals! My wife and I have been married for 21 years and have 3 amazing kids who have all attended SkyView.…Read More
High School
Biography

This is my 19th year in education and 9th year at SVA, having taught middle school and high school history classes. I graduated from Kansas State University and love rooting for my Wildcats, Chiefs, and Royals! My wife and I have been married for 21 years and have 3 amazing kids who have all attended SkyView. I love all things music, sports, and traveling any chance I get.

Year Started at SVA: 2016
Favorite Things
College/University: Kansas State University, Concordia University

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Andy Brocka

Elementary School Teacher

My name is Andy Brocka. I am so excited to be teaching third grade at SkyView Academy. I am starting my 9th 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 Favorite Things College/University: Teaching License Metro State/ BA in Psychology from Wartburg College Google ClassroomRead More
Elementary School
Biography

My name is Andy Brocka. I am so excited to be teaching third grade at SkyView Academy. I am starting my 9th 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
Favorite Things
College/University: Teaching License Metro State/ BA in Psychology from Wartburg College
Google Classroom

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Valesca Bybee

Middle School Teacher

¡Hola! I am Miss Bybee, and I have the pleasure of teaching Spanish in the Middle School. I am a native Spanish and Portuguese speaker; therefore, I am highly qualified to teach this language. I studied at The University of Colorado and received a bachelor's degree. This will be my 8th year at SkyView. I could not be more excited to be part of this school and community.…Read More
Middle School
Biography

¡Hola! I am Miss Bybee, and I have the pleasure of teaching Spanish in the Middle School. I am a native Spanish and Portuguese speaker; therefore, I am highly qualified to teach this language. I studied at The University of Colorado and received a bachelor's degree. This will be my 8th year at SkyView. I could not be more excited to be part of this school and community. I love spending my days practicing one of my native languages with my students and learning about different cultures. After school, you will find me spending time with my dogs, doing a lot of yoga, and hiking. Go Hawks!

Year Started at SVA: 2016
Favorite Things
College/University: University of Colorado

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Danielle Cambareri

Elementary Teacher

I am Danielle Cambareri, a second-grade teacher here. I am originally from Connecticut and have been out here since September 2019. I love to be outside all year round and enjoy all Colorado has to offer! I enjoy walking, hiking, paddle boarding, snowboarding, reading, and my dog Riley. Year Started at SVA: 2023 Favorite Things College/University: Plymouth State UniversityRead More
Elementary School
Biography

I am Danielle Cambareri, a second-grade teacher here. I am originally from Connecticut and have been out here since September 2019. I love to be outside all year round and enjoy all Colorado has to offer! I enjoy walking, hiking, paddle boarding, snowboarding, reading, and my dog Riley.

Year Started at SVA: 2023
Favorite Things
College/University: Plymouth State University

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Carrie Carlson

Office Manager

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.…Read More
Administration/Office/Facilities Work Phone: 303-471-8439 x202
Biography

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
Favorite Things
College/University: University of Colorado at Denver

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Ananda Cartee

High School Teacher

I grew up in Mississippi, but I haven't lived there since the 1990s. I have been in Colorado for a few years and love it here. I have been teaching since 2000 and love helping students find something exciting in what they are learning. I am always excited to find fun new ways to help students learn.…Read More
High School
Biography

I grew up in Mississippi, but I haven't lived there since the 1990s. I have been in Colorado for a few years and love it here. I have been teaching since 2000 and love helping students find something exciting in what they are learning. I am always excited to find fun new ways to help students learn. I have two grown children who are a huge part of my life. My hobbies are reading and learning new things.

Year Started at SVA: 2022
Favorite Things
College/University: Concordia University and The University of Southern Mississippi

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