I am so honored to be a member of SkyView Academy’s Leadership Team. It means the world to me to work alongside a team that values student success and well being as much as I do. I earned both my bachelor’s and master's degrees from Northern Illinois University. After working in the Boston area in both the school setting and private practice for 10 years, the birth of our daughter brought us to the Denver area to be near family. SkyView welcomed me in 2011 as the K-12 speech and language pathologist. It has been an amazing experience to be a part of the growth and development of the Student Support Services team over the past 10 years. All students present with a unique combination of gifts and challenges. I am passionate about making learning accessible to all students and am grateful to have the opportunity to facilitate student development and confidence. Building and maintaining relationships with students, staff and families is super important to me. I will continue to work with students, schoolwide, as a speech language pathologist in addition to serving as the Student Support Services Director.
When I'm not working, I'm doing my best to keep up with my ten year old daughter. She has a big, spunky personality and rarely stops moving : ) You can usually find me at a sporting event or driving to and from practices with our dog as my co-pilot. I also enjoy cooking, baking, traveling, hiking and reading.
I am committed to this school, our students and our incredible staff. I'm so excited for a new school year!
Year Started at SVA: 2010
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College/University: Northern Illinois University
My name is Stacey Gardner and I am excited to start working with K-5 students at SkyView Academy. I grew up in Cape Town, South Africa, and moved with my family to London, UK as a teenager. After working as a Speech Therapist in London and for a political think tank in Brussels, Belgium, I moved to the US. As a result of these amazing experiences, I decided to pursue my passion to support all students as a School Counselor. Denver is the 7th city I have lived in around the world! I have a wonderful 9-year-old son who loves to ski and play soccer.
Year Started at SVA: 2022
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College/University: BA(Hons) Manchester Metropolitan University, PG(Dip) Speech, and Language Therapy, MA School Counseling University of Denver
Hello! This is my first year at SkyView Academy. I am originally from Upstate New York and have loved my time in Colorado. I enjoy hanging with family and friends, outdoor activities, and Orange Theory.
Year Started at SVA: 2021
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College/University: Fredonia State University
Hello! I am the new Paraprofessional for the MS SPED department. I am so excited to embark on this new adventure. I taught English and Speech before I was married. I dabbled in hotel management/event planning and then corporate property management. When I became a mom, I decided I wanted to do that full time. I loved being a stay-at-home mom for many years. However, I spent the last two years subbing at SVA and it rekindled my love of teens and teaching. I am excited to get to work with kids again! I live with my husband, 3 crazy kids, and my super cute dog in Highlands Ranch. We love this place and we are so thankful we have been part of the SVA family since 2012 when my oldest started Pre-school.
Year Started at SVA: 2022
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College/University: Oral Roberts University- Bachelor Degree in Communications
Music has always been a part of my life since I was a young child – now I have the blessing and privilege of sharing music with students. I have been at SkyView Academy since 2013. I teach K-5th grade music and direct the Sounds of the Sky Elementary Choir. I grew up in Littleton, CO, and now live in Parker with my husband and our three boys. I enjoy golfing, walks, participating on my church worship team, coffee, and spending time with my family (we play lots of games and outdoor activities).
Year Started at SVA: 2013
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College/University: Oklahoma Baptist University
Hi! My Name is Kelsie Goddard. I have been in education since 2015, and a 4th grade teacher at SkyView since 2017. I have lived in Colorado since I was 10 years old, and currently live in Castle Rock with my husband. When I am not teaching, you will find me enjoying a good cup of coffee, reading, traveling, interior decorating, or spending time with family. I am thrilled to teach at SkyView Academy!
Year started at SVA: 2016
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College/University: Business Administration from Azusa Pacific University, Masters in Elementary Education at Grand Canyon University
I am excited to be in my second year as a Speech Language Pathologist at SkyView Academy! My favorite part about being a speech therapist is the connections I get to make with the students and their families. I just moved to Colorado a year ago, and I love exploring my new home. In my free time, you can find me at the gym, playing video games, reading, or hanging out with friends.
Year Started at SVA: 2020
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College/University: Kansas State University
I have been the 2nd grade Instructional Support Professional since 2018 and absolutely love what I do! I am originally from California and moved to Colorado with my husband and two daughters in 2015. If I am not at SVA, you can find me watching my one daughter dance at Northern Arizona University and the other daughter cheer at ThunderRidge High School. I love being a dance/cheer mom!!
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College/University: Cypress College
I am a Colorado native that grew up in the Greeley area. I spent many years in Texas with my husband of 30 years. We have three beautiful children and a dog named Jayne. Spending time with family and friends brings me joy. I was a Home Economics Education major and have used those skills in each stage of my life. As a stay-at-home mom, of many years, I bring a nurturing vibe with me into the classroom.
Year Started at SVA: 2021
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College/University: Baylor University (Sic' Em Bears!)
It is an honor to have the opportunity to work with the Leadership team at SVA. I began working at SVA as the Assessment Coordinator, then moved into the Assistant Principal role, and now I am the Lower School Principal. I graduated from Southern Illinois University after having two children, Nicolas and Jenna and then moved out to Colorado. For the past 20 years I have been working at charter schools in the South Metro area, mostly as an Elementary Teacher serving students in grades 3-5, as well as being a literacy specialist for a few years. I believe in the vision and mission here at SkyView and look forward to working with the amazing staff here. I spend my free time with my adult children and granddaughters, traveling to college football games, and hiking and camping during the summer.
Year Started at SVA: 2015
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College/University: Southern Illinois University
I am from Atlanta, Georgia, and have lived in Tennessee, Virginia, Kentucky, Costa Rica, and Washington, DC. I graduated from Washington and Lee University in Lexington, VA with a degree in Spanish language, a concentration in Latin American and Caribbean Studies, and a certificate to teach k-12 in Virginia. I love traveling and learning about new cultures - my favorite travel destination is the Galapagos Islands! When I am not in the classroom, I am hiking, camping, or kayaking with my rescue pup, Sunny.
Year Started at SVA: 2022
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College/University: Washington and Lee University
I am the Human Resources Associate and have been at SkyView for 6 years. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Phoenix and have experience in Corporate, Public and Tax Accounting. I have 2 wonderful boys who are in college and in my spare time I enjoy running, playing tennis and spending time with family and friends.
Year Started at SVA: 2012
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College/University: University of Phoenix
I started at SkyView Academy in 2017, as the Preschool Director and soon began to run the BASE Program as well. I love being able to see all our Preschool and BASE students grow and learn through our programs. When I am not at SkyView I enjoy hiking, and watching movies with my family.
Year Started at SVA: 2017
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College/University: Colorado State University
I grew up in a small town in northern Colorado. I am married and have one daughter. I have been teaching for eight years.
Year Started at SVA: 2022
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College/University: Colorado State University
I love the challenge of providing and maintaining an innovative learning environment that makes a difference for our students, staff and our entire SVA community. I have had wonderful opportunities for over 20+ years working with great educators and technology professionals along the front range. My passions include my faith, family and friends enjoying every minute of our precious time together. I have been married to my wonderful wife, Terri for over 30 years and have three children and 2 grandchildren. Life is good!
Year started at SVA: 2015
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College/University: Colorado State University
This is my first year at SkyView Academy, I have always enjoyed kids as well as working with my hands and fixing problems. Other than work I enjoy family time and enjoying the Rocky Mountains.
Year Started at SVA: 2021
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College/University: University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
Hello! I have been teaching at SkyView since 2020 and I am excited for another year! I moved to Colorado in 2020 and I could not have moved to a more beautiful state! I graduated with my degree in elementary education and I am thrilled to be teaching 6th grade literature. I love hiking, cooking and spending time with my family.
Year Started at SVA: 2020
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College/University: Western Oregon University
Welcome SVA families! My name is Cynthia Hurtado-Cox and this will be my 10th year at SVA! I will be teaching Technology to our elementary students!
I am originally from Mexico City. My family moved to the United States when I was eight years old and I am very lucky to call Colorado my home. I graduated from the University of Colorado at Denver and I started my teaching career as a homeroom teacher in Aurora Public Schools. After three years I decided to get an endorsement in Spanish and I found a home here at SVA! I taught Spanish at SVA for five years and I enjoyed having the opportunity to share the Spanish language with my students.
Throughout my teaching career, one of my passions has always been using technology in the classroom and figuring out educational ways to integrate it into every lesson. I love that Technology has the potential to give every student a voice by offering a digital platform to collaborate and to learn. I earned my Technology K-12 endorsement from the Colorado Department of Education. This will be my fifth year serving as your child’s Technology teacher. My goal is to motivate students to engage in deeper learning, help them become agents of their own learning and to inspire them to lead in this digital age. I will incorporate Google Classroom at the elementary level and use it as a tool for my students to build community and collaborate with one other! I am excited for this upcoming school year and I look forward to working and learning with your child!
Feel free to contact me via email at: churtado@svak12.org
Year Started at SVA: 2011
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College/University: Colorado University at Denver
I completed my undergrad in Elementary Education at Grand Canyon University and I quickly found myself teaching at SkyView Academy right after graduation. Teaching has always been my dream job and the students make the job a lot more fun! When I'm not teaching I can be found absolutely anywhere outside. I love being active and spending time with the people closest to me.
Year Started at SVA: 2021
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College/University: Grand Canyon University
I worked for seven years as a teacher in California before moving to Colorado in 2004. While I stayed home with my boys for twelve years, I remained involved in education by substituting at SkyView. Luckily, the job of Registrar became available while on a long-term assignment and I joined SkyView full-time in 2016. I enjoy reading, gardening, movies, remodeling and traveling in my spare time.
Year Started at SVA: 2016
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College/University: USC
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