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
I am originally from New York, which is where I moved back to and started teaching after graduating. I hold my B.S. and Masters both in Special Education. This is my tenth year teaching, and I am so excited to be here! I have taught in New York, Texas and Colorado. My husband and I moved from Houston in July, so we are brand new to the area and love recommendations and exploring!
Year Started at SVA: 2021
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College/University: Miami University of Ohio and Concordia University
Early on, my career began in public PK-12 classrooms and the journey that followed included master teaching/training, charter school start-up, staff recruitment and school leadership. In all, I have worked to create 17 new public charter schools across the nation serving all grade levels. This work mirrors that of a small business and franchise entrepreneur and includes the recruitment and development of governing boards, foundations, and building corporations, as well as related advocacy efforts, financial planning, operations and facility acquisition/renovation. I received a bachelor's degree from Colorado State University in Human Development and Family Studies and a master’s degree from the University of Colorado in Early Childhood Special Education. Recently, I was awarded a master’s degree in Business Administration from the Daniels College of Business at the University of Denver.
On a personal note, I am a mother, daughter, sister, friend, colleague and advocate and enjoy Pilates, yoga, playing the piano, cooking and working in the community for local charities.
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College/University: BS - CO State University, MA - Univ. of CO, MBA - Univ. of Denver
I am excited to be returning to the SVA community this year as the MTSS & Assessment Coordinator. I have twins in 2nd grade and am excited to bring my littlest one to Preschool this year to learn from this amazing staff. I have a background in leadership in manufacturing after earning my Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. Most recently I was teaching secondary mathematics and leading Response to Intervention programs at another K-12 Charter School after I pursued my childhood passion of becoming a teacher. I have a passion for working with students and helping them find success. When I'm not working with students and staff, you can find me staying busy with my family playing games, enjoying the outdoors, or at an extended family gathering.
Year Started at SVA: 2021
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College/University: South Dakota School of Mines & Technology
¡Hola! I'm Sra. Johnson, and I get the pleasure of teaching Spanish 1B in the Middle School. I studied Spanish and Education at CU Boulder (Go Buffs), and this is my third year at SkyView. I could not be more excited to be part of this school and community. I love getting to spend my days practicing another language with students and learning about different cultures. You will also find me out on the field most day since I am the Middle School Cross Country and Track coach. In my free time, you will probably find me running in the mountains or trying out a new recipe. I love my job and am a proud SVA Hawks fan!
Year Started at SVA: 2019
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College/University: University of Colorado at Boulder
I have been at SkyView since 2018 as the 3rd-5th grade Literacy Interventionist. My passion is for struggling readers to achieve reading success. I have my Master of Education in Special Education with an emphasis on the Orton Gillingham approach to literacy instruction. I am grateful to be a part of the SVA community as a teacher and also as a parent, as all four of my children attend SkyView. In my free time, I enjoy reading, being outdoors, biking and skiing.
Year started at SVA: 2018
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College/University: California State University, Chico - B.A. & King's College M.Ed.
I joined the SkyView Academy team in the Summer of 2020 as the College & Career Counselor. I was eager to jump in and start advising students as Counseling and Guidance is my passion. I came to SkyView Academy after retiring from the University of New Mexico after 26 years of service. I earned my BA in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from the University of New Mexico and earned my Masters degree in Guidance and Counseling from New Mexico Highlands University. My family and I then relocated to CO where I hold a Special Services Provider License.
Working as the College & Career Counselor at SkyView Academy has allowed me to help ALL SkyView students with their College exploration, career exploration, and helping them prepare for what is to come once they graduate and move on into the real world.
I am also the SkyView Academy Middle School Girls Volleyball A Team Coach so feel that I have a strong connection to SkyView and the students who attend SkyView Academy. I will continue to uphold the Vision and the Mission of SkyView Academy and the HS Leadership Team. I am honored and proud to be a part of the wonderful SkyView Academy community.
Year Started at SVA: 2020-21
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College/University: BA in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from the University of New Mexico and Masters degree in Guidance and Counseling from New Mexico Highlands University
Taught HS Math for 20 years and have coached basketball for 17 years! I believe I was meant to teach!
Year Started at SVA: 2021
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College/University: University of New Mexico
I am a mom, wife, and small business owner. I was a high school teacher for two years 19 years ago. I love long walks or hikes with my dog and family when they are able. Yoga is my saving grace and a practice that I have done for 25+ years. I love being outside and want to live on a beach in the future.
Year Started at SVA: 2022
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College/University: Metropolitan State College of Denver
I'm so excited to be a part of the SkyView community! I have lived in Colorado my whole life, except for a brief 6 year sabbatical to the midwest for college. My husband and I have been married since 2004. We have three daughters who attend SkyView, and one unemployed housecat who has yet to show any ambition.
Year Started at SVA: 2022
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College/University: Grace University
I am originally from New Jersey and lived in NYC before moving to Colorado in 2015. I have been working at SkyView for the past 6 years in the student support services department. I have twin boys, Gavin and Bryce, who are going into second grade. We have a boxer named Archie. During my free time, you can find me and my husband watching the boys playing lacrosse and soccer.
Year Started at SVA: 2016
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College/University: I got my undergrad at Binghamton University and my Masters at Hunter College
My name is Kenzie King and I am the elementary school dean as well as a first grade teacher. I absolutely love teaching and the community here at our school. It is so great to spend each day with my students, we have so much fun and love to learn from each other. I was born and raised here in Colorado and have no plans leaving any time soon! When I am not at school I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, running, and anything else that gets my outside!
College/University: University of Northern Colorado
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Year started at SVA: 2017
Hi, there! I am one of the third grade teachers here. I have been teaching at SVA since 2020 and am so happy to be here! I am originally from Iowa, but have happily traded the cornfields for mountains. 🙂 In my spare time you can find me spending time with my husband & friends, hiking, or watching my favorite tv shows.
Year Started at SVA: 2020
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College/University: Northwestern College, IA
Steve was born in Grand Junction, CO and moved to the Denver area before he was one year old. He and his family currently reside in Highlands Ranch. Since 2005 he has worked at the same business. The global company where he works is based out of Melbourne, Australia, and he is the Head of I.T. Business Services. He is actively involved in serving on his church’s Tech Arts team as a Video Director. Previously, he volunteered as a Scholar Director for the scholarship organization Education First. He is the father of 4 kids, all of whom attend SkyView Academy. His 3 daughters are currently in the 6th, 4th and 2nd grades and his son is also in the 2nd grade. He holds the distinct honor of being SVA’s first Watch D.O.G.S. volunteer. In his spare time, Steve is actively involved in the organ transplant community (being a kidney recipient himself in 2016). In his spare time, he enjoys photography, hiking, golf, basketball, ping pong (and won a gold medal in ping pong at the 2018 Transplant Games of America along with a silver medal in golf).
I grew up in Illinois as the son of a veterinarian. I attended Iowa State University and Southern Illinois University to obtain my science degree and teaching credentials. I have taught in Missouri, Illinois, Northern Ireland and Colorado. I enjoy sports, outdoor activities, reading and playing guitar in my free time. I am looking forward to retirement.
Year Started at SVA: 2011
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College/University: Iowa State University
I was born and raised here in Colorado. I love being outdoors, reading, writing, and always have a cup of coffee with me.
Year Started at SVA: 2020
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College/University: Arapahoe Community College
My name is Tom Lenderink and I am the Director of Student Engagement and Mental Health. I am also the 6-12 Athletic Director. I have been born and raised in Colorado my entire life. I started at SVA on in 2018. In my spare time I am also SkyView Academy's Varsity Head Basketball Coach. I enjoy watching Colorado Sports (especially the Denver Broncos) and hanging out with my wife. SkyView Academy is a wonderful place for students to grow as honorable leaders and life- long learners.I have and continue to enjoy building a rapport with our SVA student population!
Year Started at SVA: 2018
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College/University: Dordt University Bachelors in Psychology and Criminal Justice. Adams State Masters in Counselor Education
I am so excited to be a part of the SVA community as the Health Assistant/Volunteer Coordinator. I have two elementary students at SVA who have found a place they feel they belong. I have a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism from Chapman University/New York University and have found my passion working with children. My husband and I are Colorado natives but I'll never turn down a beach getaway. I love comedy and laughing way too hard at anything funny. My kids say I'm more of a kid than they are. They're not wrong.
Year Started at SVA: 2022
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College/University: Chapman University/NYU
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