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Shannon Manke

Middle School Teacher

I'm excited to join the team at SkyView this year. I have been an educator with a heart deeply rooted in learning for over 20 years. I earned an undergraduate degree from James Madison University and a Master’s Degree in Mathematics Education Leadership from George Mason University. My experience includes students K-9, as well as adults, in the fields of mathematics and science.…Read More
Middle School
Biography

I'm excited to join the team at SkyView this year. I have been an educator with a heart deeply rooted in learning for over 20 years. I earned an undergraduate degree from James Madison University and a Master’s Degree in Mathematics Education Leadership from George Mason University. My experience includes students K-9, as well as adults, in the fields of mathematics and science. I have the most incredible husband and two extraordinary high-school-aged daughters at SVA. In my spare time, you can most often find me with a cup of tea and a new book.

Year Started at SVA: 2025
Favorite Things
College/University: James Madison University - undergrad. George Mason University - Masters

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Mary Margraf

Instructional Support Professional

I am originally from Kentucky and moved to Colorado in 2000. I have an MA in Industrial/Organizational Psychology. I am married and have three girls who have attended SkyView. I have worked at SkyView as an Instructional Support Professional since 2016 and really enjoy watching students learn and grow. Working with third graders and an amazing team brings me lots of joy!…Read More
Elementary School
Biography

I am originally from Kentucky and moved to Colorado in 2000. I have an MA in Industrial/Organizational Psychology. I am married and have three girls who have attended SkyView. I have worked at SkyView as an Instructional Support Professional since 2016 and really enjoy watching students learn and grow. Working with third graders and an amazing team brings me lots of joy! In my free time, I teach a Bible study, and I love to garden, hike, camp, paddle board, and ski in beautiful Colorado.

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

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Miles Martin

High School Teacher / High School Dean of Student Athletes

Born and raised in upstate New York, I've lived in Colorado for 20 years now, 14 of which have been at SVA. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, listening to live music, and spending time with family and friends. Year started at SVA: 2010 Favorite Things College/University: Cortland State and UC Denver Canvas ClassroomRead More
High School
Biography

Born and raised in upstate New York, I've lived in Colorado for 20 years now, 14 of which have been at SVA. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, listening to live music, and spending time with family and friends.

Year started at SVA: 2010
Favorite Things

College/University: Cortland State and UC Denver
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Grace Maxwell

Elementary School Teacher

My name is Grace Maxwell and I am so excited for another year at SVA! My husband, Adam, and I have four wonderful kids (10, 7, 6, 2) and another little boy on the way in December. We moved here from Illinois nine years ago and haven't looked back! Colorado, and more specifically SVA, have become our home, and I absolutely love being a part of this fantastic community.…Read More
Elementary School
Biography

My name is Grace Maxwell and I am so excited for another year at SVA!

My husband, Adam, and I have four wonderful kids (10, 7, 6, 2) and another little boy on the way in December. We moved here from Illinois nine years ago and haven't looked back! Colorado, and more specifically SVA, have become our home, and I absolutely love being a part of this fantastic community. I am looking forward to another great year getting to know my students and their families!

Year Started at SVA: 2013
Favorite Things

College/University: Taylor University

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Erin Mayes

Lead PreK Teacher

I am the mother of 3 beautiful kiddos and a dog mom to 2 fur babies. I have been married to my fantastic husband for 20 years. This will be my 20th year of teaching. I’m excited to be back at SkyView! Year Started at SVA: 2023 Favorite Things College/University: Red Rocks    Read More
Preschool
Biography

I am the mother of 3 beautiful kiddos and a dog mom to 2 fur babies. I have been married to my fantastic husband for 20 years. This will be my 20th year of teaching. I’m excited to be back at SkyView!

Year Started at SVA: 2023
Favorite Things
College/University: Red Rocks

 

 

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Ashley McGowan

Instructional Support Professional

I have been part of the SkyView family since 2016, when my older daughter started preschool. This is my 2nd year as a kindergarten ISP, and I look forward to another great year with the kindergarten team! I moved to Colorado in 2005 and worked at an outdoor education center until we moved to Highlands Ranch in 2012.…Read More
Elementary School
Biography

I have been part of the SkyView family since 2016, when my older daughter started preschool. This is my 2nd year as a kindergarten ISP, and I look forward to another great year with the kindergarten team! I moved to Colorado in 2005 and worked at an outdoor education center until we moved to Highlands Ranch in 2012. On the weekends, you'll find my husband, two daughters (4th grade and 7th grade), a large dog, and me camping, hiking, or other outdoor activities. We especially love ski season!

Year Started SVA: 2023
Favorite Things
College/University: Denison University B.A., University of Denver M.A.

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Mark McLaughlin

Secretary

My wife and I are both Colorado natives, and our five daughters have exclusively attended SkyView, and as such, we have at least one student in each of the three schools. Needless to say, we have been a part of the SkyView family for over ten years and have a lot invested! We love to be involved at SkyView, and I also enjoy occasionally teaching Sunday School at our church and coaching my girls whenever possible.…Read More
Biography

My wife and I are both Colorado natives, and our five daughters have exclusively attended SkyView, and as such, we have at least one student in each of the three schools. Needless to say, we have been a part of the SkyView family for over ten years and have a lot invested! We love to be involved at SkyView, and I also enjoy occasionally teaching Sunday School at our church and coaching my girls whenever possible.

I attended Metro State University and graduated with a B.S. in Computer Information Systems. Currently, I am the Director of Global Data and Digital Technology for Optiv, and am also a member of the off-ice officiating crew for the National Hockey League at Colorado Avalanche home games.

I strive to bring to this board position the same values SkyView is instilling into our students: character, service, and integrity, as well as a balanced view of what is best for our students, parents, and staff. My vision and goal for SkyView is to accept the baton from the current board, accelerate SkyView to the next level over the course of the next three years and continue to develop honorable leaders in this next generation.

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Lisa Mortimer

Middle School Teacher

This is my 10th year at SVA.I am a math ambassador, spreading the message that math is useful, fun, and exciting. I love teaching math to middle school students. I live in Highlands Ranch with my husband and dog. I have 3 adult children with a bonus son-in-law. I love to camp, hike, bike, garden, and read.…Read More
Middle School
Biography

This is my 10th year at SVA.I am a math ambassador, spreading the message that math is useful, fun, and exciting. I love teaching math to middle school students. I live in Highlands Ranch with my husband and dog. I have 3 adult children with a bonus son-in-law. I love to camp, hike, bike, garden, and read. I enjoy volunteering in my community.

Year Started at SVA: 2014
Favorite Things

College/University: Colorado School of Mines, BS and Western Governors' University, Teaching Credentials

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