I came to SkyView Academy when it opened its doors in 2010 and I am so excited to be part of the SkyView family! I moved to Colorado in 1997 from Michigan where I earned my Bachelor’s degree from Hillsdale College. I majored in Mathematics, minored in Spanish, and earned a primary teaching certification. I completed my Master’s Degree program in Elementary Education through Grand Canyon University. I’ve taught first, second, and third grade in Core Knowledge charter schools and have been teaching for more than 20 years. I’m so excited for another great year!
Year Started at SVA: 2009
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College/University: Hillsdale College, Grand Canyon University
This is my second year working at Skyview as the 4th grade ISP. I absolutely love it. I'm married to a wonderful husband and have a 10-year-old son.
Year Started at SVA: 2022
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College/University: MSU Denver
John is Chief Sales Officer for UST HealthProof, a global software, and services firm supporting health insurance plan operations. John has been involved in the Colorado charter school community for over 14 years, He is a founding board member of NorthStar Academy Charter School (Parker). He is also a SkyView Academy founder, past board member, and current president of the SVA building corporation. John currently serves as a board member of Academy 360 Charter School which serves early childhood education through fifth-grade students living in the North East Denver community of Montbello. Additionally, he served under appoint by three governors as a board member for the Colorado Department of Education’s Charter School Institute.   John received his BS and MBA from San Jose State University and lived in San Francisco before moving to Denver in 2003. He is a single father to two wonderful children who attended SVA, John jr. who attends CU Boulder, and Emma who attends Cal Poly San Luis Obispo.  In his spare time, John enjoys playing golf, woodworking projects, and finding the best hole-in-the-wall restaurants.
I love my family, husband of many years and two grown daughters, and one new son-in-law. My passions are spending time with family and friends, hiking in the mountains, being outdoors, traveling, and good food. I've taught for many years, German and some history and English Language Development.
Year Started at SVA: 2022
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College/University: Colorado State University
My name is Julie Schnell, and I have been teaching music and theatre for over 30 years. I have been happily married for 31 years and have three children who graduated from SkyView Academy. I love teaching students about music and theatre and love working at SkyView.
Year Started at SVA: 2013
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College/University:Â Wartburg College- Degree in Music Education and Vocal Performance.
I owned my own company for 25 years, and worked for Paul Mitchell for 5 years as a warehouse manager/purchase agent. I love to camp, and hang out with my family. I love this job, it's a great family.
Year Started at SVA: 2015
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College/University:Â Metropolitan State University
I graduated from Cherry Creek High School in 2006. Following, I attended Northern State University and graduated in 2010 with my Bachelors of Science in Education with an emphasis in 7-12 grade social studies education. While completing my undergraduate work, I also played Division II women’s soccer. In 2011, my husband and I taught English overseas in South Korea, and we were also able to travel across Southeast Asia. Upon our return to the United States, I taught 7-12 grade social studies on the western slope at Paonia Junior/Senior High School for several years. I have been teaching at SkyView since 2014. Currently, I teach ninth-grade ancient world history and AP Psychology. I also serve as one of the high school Deans. I love spending time with my husband and two daughters, hiking, playing soccer, and listening to live music. Go, Hawks
Year Started at SVA: 2014
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College/University: Northern State University (undergraduate); Pennsylvania State University (Masters)
My husband and I moved to beautiful Colorado 12 years ago from Texas, and we love it here. I have two amazing children, Ava and Duke, who also attend SVA. As a family, we love sports, hiking, SUP, and movies. We also have the cutest pup named Jack. He typically goes everywhere with us, even on the SUP. My passion is helping students grow in their learning and foster an environment they feel loved. This is my 7th year teaching and first year at SVA. I am so excited to join the SVA community!
Year Started at SVA: 2023
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College/University: University of North Texas
I grew up in Kansas and received my teaching degree from Kansas State University. I taught at my old school in Kansas for my first year and then moved to Colorado with my husband for his job. I've taught grades 6-12. This is my 8th year teaching, and I'm currently working on my Master's degree in English education. I love playing video games, reading, music, K-State, and the Chiefs. We have two cats and occasionally venture out of our house to go tubing, kayaking, and skiing.
Year Started at SVA: 2019
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College/University: Kansas State University
My name is Jennifer Spruce, and I am beginning my fifth year at Skyview Academy as an Office Assistant at the Front Office. I love having the opportunity each day to serve our students, staff, parents, and community! The greatest joys in my life are my husband of 32 years, our 16 year old daughter, my faith, and family and friends. I enjoy cooking, gardening, and watching movies.
Year Started at SVA: 2019
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College/University:Â Colorado Christian University, BS
A little bit about me is that I love to be outdoors, love to run, read, drink coffee, and spend time with my amazing kiddos, family, and friends!
Year Started at SVA: 2022
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College/University: Colorado State University
This is my third year at SkyView and my third year in the history department (the best one) teaching World History, Ancient Civilizations, and Honors Ancient Civilizations. I also hold the incredibly important title of staff sponsor for the Swiftie club in the high school while helping out with the upper school plays and musicals.
Year Started at SVA: 2021
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College/University: Northwest University
I have been teaching at SVA since 2013 and am looking forward to continuing working with students and families in supporting the all-around growth of students through teaching history! I also look forward to continuing coaching with the high school soccer programs here at SVA as an assistant coach for the boy's program and head coach of the girl's program. I graduated from Colorado Christian University with a Bachelor’s Degree in History and a specialization in Secondary Education, as well as played soccer for CCU. I am originally from Longmont, Colorado, and I love calling Colorado home while also enjoying traveling. I continue to play soccer and enjoy being in the mountains for many things but especially skiing.
Year Started at SVA: 2012
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College/University: Colorado Christian University
I am new to SkyView and on the facilities team. I am married to my wife Laura. We love hiking, playing sports, and playing board games together.
Year Started at SkyView: 2023
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College/University: Taylor University
I grew up in Albuquerque, NM, and moved to Indiana for college, but the end goal was always to move to the Denver area. My wife Sheila and I love living in Colorado. We spend our free time cheering on the local teams, enjoying as many concerts as we can fit in, and sitting on patios. I am very excited to be back at SVA. I love the community, spirit, and mission of SkyView. I look forward to the opportunity to teach technology courses in the middle and high schools. I also coach MS volleyball and basketball.
Year Started at SVA: 2020
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College/University: BA Valparaiso University, MA University Colorado Denver
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