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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
Elementary School Paraprofessional
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
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
Valesca Bybee
Elementary 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