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Lori Bachtel
Head of Operations
Biography
Having served at SkyView Academy for the last 5 years as the Business Manager, I’m excited to take on the leadership role of Head of Operations. I bring to SkyView an extensive background in Accounting, ranging from Corporate Accounting and Banking to Project Accounting at the Douglas County School District. I love being in beautiful Colorado but also enjoy traveling to new places. Outside of the office, I enjoy skiing, hiking, reading, watching sports and spending time with my husband and two children.
College/University: Fort Hays State University
Year started at SVA: 2012
Kristine Barri
Elementary School Teacher
Biography
Hello- My name is Kristine Barri and I am looking forward to beginning my 10th year at SVA. This will be my first year teaching first grade am I am so excited to be on such a great team! I live in Highlands Ranch with my husband and two children. 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!
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.
Office Hours:
Year started at SVA: 2010
Emily Bishop
Elementary School Teacher
Biography
I am glad to be back for my 10th year of teaching kindergartner through fifth graders a love of movement in the gym. 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. I am grateful to have the continued opportunity to encourage every SVA student to find a passion for some kind of movement to enhance their lives!
College/University: Western State Colorado University
Year started at SVA: 2009
David Bow
Middle School Teacher
Biography
I teach 8th grade history. I lead the Middle School student council and take students to Washington D.C. every year. I have a wife, Miranda, and son, Logan.
College/University: Metropolitan State University
Year started at SVA: 2013
Miranda Bow
Middle School Teacher
Biography
I have taught 6th grade social studies since 2016. 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.
College/University: Metropolitan State University
Office Hours: Before and after school by appointment.
Year started at SVA: 2015
Zack Brackney
High School Teacher
Biography
This will be my 8th year at SVA, where I teach US History, Civics, Econ, and AP Government and Politics to our Juniors and Seniors. I will be retiring from 20 years of military service in September to focus fully on teaching. I enjoy playing games of all types, spending time with my wife, and preparing for the birth of my daughter, who is due in February of 2020.
College/University: UNC
Office Hours:
Year started at SVA: 2012
Debbie Bradley
Nurse
Biography
I am a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and Nationally Certified School Nurse that owns/operates Tender Care Consulting, LLC, which provides nurse consulting services for the educational community to ensure safety, medical management, health, and academic success.
College/University: BSN from Baylor Univesity; MS from The University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
Office Hours: Usually Tuesdays
Year started at SVA: 2009
Kylie Bricker
Kindergarten para
Biography
This is my first year working at SkyView and I am so excited to be working with Kindergarteners as a para! I graduated with my Bachelors from CSU (Go Rams!). I love going on hikes, reading books, traveling and spending time with my family and friends.
College/University: Colorado State University
Year started at SVA: 2019
Chris Bridgham
High School Teacher
Biography
I am excited to begin my 4th year teaching at the high school. SkyView is a place that is really special to my whole family, as I have 3 children who attend. I have been teaching history for thirteen years in Texas and Colorado after graduating from Kansas State University. I am passionate about working with students and the study of history. In my spare time, I love spending time with my family, especially outdoors and seeing live music.
College/University: Kansas State University, Concordia University
Office Hours:
Year started at SVA: 2016
Natalie Brink
Middle School Teacher
Biography
Hi there! My name is Natalie Brink, and this is my fourth year teaching seventh grade science at SkyView Academy. I was born and raised in Highlands Ranch, and immediately returned upon graduating from Colorado State University. I love to spend my free time with family, most importantly with my husband and my sweet puppy, Rambo. I am proud to say that I work at such an incredible place, where students are constantly reminded of what it takes to be life-long learners and honorable leaders.
College/University: Colorado State University & Metropolitan State University of Denver
Office Hours:
Year started at SVA: 2015
Andy Brocka
Elementary School Teacher
Biography
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.
College/University: Teachers License Metro State University/BA Psychology Wartburg College
Office Hours:
Year Started at SVA: 2019
Alexa Brooks
High School Teacher
Biography
As a passionate English teacher with a personal vendetta against Sparknotes, I am always trying new ways to make my students fall in love with literature by meaningfully engaging with the classics and developing confidence as writers. That means consistent feedback, so the majority of my weekends are spent grading essays with puppy snuggles and a latte. When I do get out of the house (away from Netflix and my books!), I am going to the gym, on a hike, or to the lake with my new paddleboard.
College/University: Colorado State University
Office Hours:
Year started at SVA: 2013
Valesca Bybee
Middle School Teacher
Biography
Hi! My name is Valesca Bybee. This is my 3rd year at SkyView. I taught Middle School Spanish for the last 2 years and this year I am the assistant to our lovely registrar Melissa. I am excited for this new opportunity! Just a little about myself, I am married and have a 18 year old son. I have 3 dogs and love to spend time with them and my family.
College/University: University of Colorado
Office Hours: 7:30am – 3:45pm
Year started at SVA: 2016