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Administration
Andy Binder - Principal
andy.binder@prescottschools.com
- M.Ed. in Educational Leadership, Arizona State University
- M.S. in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment, Walden University
- B.S. in Secondary History Education, Northern Arizona University
- Arizona Middle School Principal of the Year 2020
Jeannette Bray - Assistant Principal
jeannette.bray@prescottschools.com
- EdD in Organizational Leadership with an Emphasis in K-12 Leadership, Grand Canyon University
- Master's Degree in Educational Leadership, Grand Canyon University
- Master's Degree in Secondary Education, University of Phoenix
- Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture Business and Animal Science, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
- Nominee, Yavapai County Teacher of the Year, 2009
Administrative Office
Grade 7
Language Arts

Stephanie Grotbeck
stephanie.grotbeck@prescottschools.com
- Bachelor's of Science Degree in Secondary English Education, Northern Arizona University
- Nominee, Yavapai County Outstanding First Year Teacher, 2007
Nancy Jauregui
nancy.jauregui @prescottschools.com
Mathematics

Heather Bender

heather.bender@prescottschools.com
Ash Howell

ash.howell@prescottschools.com
Ashley Holdsworth
ashley.holdsworth@prescottschools.com
- B.A. in Elementary Education, Summa Cum Laude, Arizona State University
- A.A. in Elementary Education, Dean's List, Mesa Community College
- A.A. in General Studies, Dean's List, Mesa Community College
- Outstanding Teacher Candidate of the Graduating Class, Arizona State University, Fall 2015
- Highly qualified in Middle School Math and Middle School Science
Jason Merkel
jason.merkel@prescottschools.com
- B.S. in Education, Northern Arizona University
Science

Sara Hannan
sara.hannan@prescottschools.com
- M.A. Literature and Writing Studies, California State University San Marcos
- B.A. Literature and Writing Studies, California State University San Marcos
Danielle Ott

danielle.ott@prescottschools.com
- B.S. Accounting, American Intercontinental University;
- A.S. Graphic Design, Suffolk Community College
Social Studies

Cyril Felton

cyril.felton@prescottschools.com
- M.Ed. in Secondary Education, Grand Canyon University
- B.A. in Christian Studies, Grand Canyon University, Summa Cum Laude
- A.A. in Criminal Justice, University of Phoenix
- SEI Endorsement
Francisco “Linde” Lisbona
francisco.lisbona@prescottschools.com
- M.Ed. Curriculum and Teaching, Northcentral University
- B.S. History, Colorado State University
Grade 8
Language Arts

Eileen Roberts
eileen.roberts@prescottschools.com
- B.A. in English - University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
- Teaching Credential - California State University - Channel Islands
- Middle School English Endorsement
- ESL Endorsement
Lorah Smith
lorah.smith@prescottschools.com
- Arizona Standard Professional Secondary English Teaching Certificate with ESL Endorsement - PreK-12
- California Single Subject English Teaching Credential with ESL Endorsement - PreK-12
- Teacher Credential Program - Sonoma State University
- Bachelor of Arts in English with an emphasis in Secondary Teaching, Sonoma State University
- Associates Degree in General Education, Saddleback Community College
Mathematics

Heather Bender

heather.bender@prescottschools.com
Gregory Cipriano

gregory.cipriano@prescottschools.com
- M.Ed. Educational Leadership, Northern Arizona University
- M.Ed. Curriculum and Instruction Arizona Math & Science, Arizona State University
- B.S. Allied Health and Science, Grand Canyon University
Ashley Holdsworth
ashley.holdsworth@prescottschools.com
- B.A. in Elementary Education, Summa Cum Laude, Arizona State University
- A.A. in Elementary Education, Dean's List, Mesa Community College
- A.A. in General Studies, Dean's List, Mesa Community College
- Outstanding Teacher Candidate of the Graduating Class, Arizona State University, Fall 2015
- Highly qualified in Middle School Math and Middle School Science
Jason Merkel
jason.merkel@prescottschools.com
- B.S. in Education, Northern Arizona University
Science

Elizabeth Burton
elizabeth.burton@prescottschools.com
Zac Karlin

zac.karlin @prescottschools.com
Social Studies

Jessica Kiehl-Phillips
jessica.kiehl-phillips@prescottschools.com
- Bachelor's Degree in History, and certificate in secondary education, Arizona State University, cum laude
- Associate Degree in Art, Associate Degree in Elementary Education, South Puget Sound Community College
- AmeriCorps Alumni
- Nominee, Yavapai County First Year Teacher of the Year, 2019
Brenton Wood
brenton.wood@prescottschools.com
Exploratories
Heather Christians - 7th Life Skills

heather.christians @prescottschools.com

Ryan James - Band, Orchestra, Broadcasting, Game Design
ryan.james@prescottschools.com
- Bachelor of Music, University of Redlands
- Percussionist for Prescott POPS Symphony 2012, 2013
- Percussionist for Redlands Philharmonic 200
- Member of Santa Clara Vanguard Cadets 2003-2004
Erin Johnson - Choir
erin.johnson@prescottschools.com
- Bachelor of Music - DePauw University, IN
- Kodaly and Orff Certification. Level 1 - Arizona State University
- Arizona Chapter of American Choral Directors Association - Board Member
- Nominee, Yavapai County Teacher of the Year Award - 2011, 2017
- PUSD Educational Foundation Rising Star Teacher - Recipient - 2019, 2020
Shelly Kohnle - Art
shelly.kohnle@prescottschools.com
- M.A. 2Dimensional Art, Cal State University Northridge (CSUN)
- M.Ed. and Two (2) Teaching Credentials, Secondary Education (English and Art), National University
- CTE Family and Consumer Science K-12
- CTE Arts, Media, Entertainment (AME) Commercial Photography
- Bachelor of Art, 2D Art, CSUN
- Minor in photography, CSUN
- Minor in journalism, CSUN
Ian Owens - Physical Education and Health
ian.owens@prescottschools.com
- B.S. Physical Education K-12, Northern Arizona University
- A.A. Physical Education
- A.A. Criminal Justice, Yavapai College
Wendy Tollefsen - Physical Education and Health

wendy.tollefsen@prescottschools.com
- M.A. Communication and Leadership, Gonzaga University
- M.Ed. Secondary Education, Northern Arizona University
- Bachelor of Science, History, University of Oregon
- Nominee, Yavapai County Outstanding First-Year Teacher, 2008
- Lifetime member of The National Scholars Honor Society
Kathryn Van Demark - 8th Life Skills

kathryn.vandemark@prescottschools.com
- B.A. in Holistic Psychology and Wellness, Lesley University
- A.A. Conferred with Honors, Yavapai College
Kelly Winkels - Digital Media

kelly.winkels@prescottschools.com
- Ed.D. Curriculum and Teaching, Northcentral University (in progress)
- B.S. English and German Education, Northern Arizona University
- M.O.L. Project Management, Northern Arizona University
- Yavapai County Teacher of the Year 2020-2021 Nominee
Special Area
Mikaela Ball - Self Contained BEST classroom

mikaela.ball@prescottschools.com
Carrie Day - 7th Grade Resource
carrie.day@prescottschools.com
- M.S. in Curriculum and Instruction
- B.S. in Special and Elementary Education
Lisa Derion - Instructional Coach

lisa.derion@prescottschools.com
- MSW, Washington University in St. Louis
- BS in Psychology, Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville
- Teacher Certification K-8 and Middle Level Humanities, St. Martin's University
Joeli Tickner - Math Specialist

joeli.tickner@prescottschools.com
- Master's in Elementary Reading and Mathematics, Walden University
- Bachelor's in Elementary Education, University of Central Florida
- Elementary Education (1-8) Arizona Certification
- Thinking Mathematics (AFT) Trainer (K-2) and (3-5)
- Granville Elementary Rotary Teacher of the Year, 2015
- Volusia County’s Mathematics and Science Elementary Prism Teacher of the Year, 2012
- Ortona Elementary Teacher of the Year, 2008
- Nominee, Volusia County Teacher of the Year, 2008
Counseling
Georgia Benyk - 8th Grade School Psychologist

georgia.benyk@prescottschools.com
- M. Ed., Boston State College
- B.A., University of Massachusetts Amherst
- Certified School Psychologist, National Certified School Psychologist
- Certified Equine Interaction Professional
- EAGALA certified in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy
Daniel Bullara, Ph.D. - Behavior Specialist and Bridges Counselor

daniel.bullara@prescottschools.com
- Ph.D. Education Services and Research, The Ohio State University
- M.S. Psychology with Certification in Counseling, California State University, Los Angeles
- B.A. Behavioral Science, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst
- Licensed Counselor with the states of Arizona, California, Oregon, Louisiana, Missouri, and Illinois
- Licensed Behavior Analyst, Missouri
Thomas Hein - Social/Emotional Counselor
thomas.hein@prescottschools.com
- M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Michelle Hoop - School Counselor
michelle.hoop@prescottschools.com
- M.A. General Psychology, Northcentral University
- B.A. Counseling Psychology, Prescott College
- School Guidance Counseling Certification, Prescott College
John Steward - School Counselor

john.steward@prescottschools.com
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