Below you will find profiles of the talented new faculty who will join our learning community next fall.
This new cohort is well-trained and brings a broad and deep experience to ÂÌñÉç from around the country and right here in Utah.
This large incoming group of faculty is reflective of ÂÌñÉç’s healthy and growing enrollment—ensuring high levels of teaching expertise and maintaining low student-faculty ratios.
We look forward to welcoming these new colleagues to ÂÌñÉç later this summer and to you meeting them at our Opening Family Brunch on August 27.
Education:Concordia University, MA Education, Curriculum and InstructionUniversity of Utah, BA Mass Communications- Public Relations
Recent Teaching Experience:Costa Mesa Middle/High School, 7-12th grade English TeacherFrances Xavier Warde School, Preschool Teacher
Education:Brigham Young University, BS, Elementary Education
Recent Teaching Experience:Golden Fields Elementary, 2nd GradeÂÌñÉç, Women’s HS Assistant Soccer Coach
Education:University of New York College at Corland, BS, Education, Physical Education
Recent Teaching Experience:Blue Mountain Union School, K-12 Physical Education TeacherConVal School District, PreK-12 Substitute Teacher
Education:University of Utah, BA, Mass Communications
Recent Teaching Experience:Kaleidoscope Dance Studio, Dance InstructorThe Winner School, Dance Instructor
Education:Brunel University, BA in Business StudiesQueen Anne’s School, 5 GCSEs and 3 Advanced Levels
Recent Professional Experience:ÂÌñÉç, Teaching Assistant, PreK-3 & 4 Zurich International School, Classroom Assistant
Education:University of Toronto, Spanish Level ITata Institute of Social Sciences, Masters in Social Work: Family and Child Welfare
Recent Professional Experience:International Development Management
Education:Utah Valley University, BS, Behavioral Science
Recent Teaching Experience:Challenger, Preschool Teacher
Education:University of Utah, ME, Educational Leadership and PolicySouthern Utah University, BS, Elementary Education
Recent Teaching Experience:Hillside Elementary School, 6th Grade English TeacherRoosevelt and Woodrow Wilson Elementary, Beverley Taylor Sorensen Visual Art Teacher
Education:Southern Utah University, Gifted and Talented EndorsementUniversity of Utah, BS, Elementary Education
Recent Teaching Experience:Eastwood Elementary School, 4th Grade TeacherCanyons School District, 3rd Grade Teacher
Education:Latin University of Illinois, MA, Teaching
Recent Teaching Experience:Barrington High School, Student TeacherUniversity of Illinois, Graduate Teaching Assistant and Instructor of Record
Education:University of Utah, Master of StatisticsUniversity of Utah, BS, Mathematics
Recent Teaching Experience:Joel P. Jensen, Math Department ChairEntheos Academy, Math Specialist K-8 Teacher
Education:Northwest Nazarene University, MSWBrigham Young University-Idaho, BS Marriage and Family Studies
Recent Teaching Experience:Stewards of Recovery, Substance Abuse CounselorUpper Valley Counseling and Resource Center, Clinical Intern
Education:University of Utah, Masters of Mathematics TeachingUniversity of Utah, BS, Mathematics
Recent Teaching Experience:Olympus High School, Mathematics TeacherNorthern Utah Academy for Math, Mathematics Teacher
Education:Washington University School of Law, JD, LawBrown School at Washington University, MSW, Urban Social PolicyThe University of Chicago, BA, International Relations
Recent Teaching Experience:The McGillis School, Interim Writing Teacher 6th & 7th GradeRowland Hall, Substitute Teacher 6th-12th Grade
Education:University of Montana, MFA, Studio ArtBlack Hills State University, BS, Mass Communications
Recent Teaching Experience:University of Montana, Visiting Professor of the ArtsUniversity of Montana, Adjust Instructor
Education:Lancaster University, MA, Creative WritingUniversity of Portsmouth, BS, Marine Biology
Recent Teaching Experience:WWF-UK, Education Research and Policy OfficerUniversity of Portsmouth, Students’ Union, Insights Lead
Education:Loyola University Chicago, MBA, Operations ManagementUniversity of Notre Dame, BA, Political ScienceJohn Cabot University, Rome, Italy, Study Abroad
Recent Related Experience:Loyola University Chicago, Director of Development for Strategy and EngagementQuinlan School of Business, Director of Development
Education:Rocky Mountain University of Health Prof., MS, School CounselingWestern Governors University, MS, Curriculum and InstructionUniversity of Colorado, BA, Psychology
Recent Teaching Experience:West High School, School CounselorUtah College Advising Corp, College Access Advisor
Susan Banks – Kindergarten TeacherTom Brennan – Math Department ChairCamilo Castillo – Building SupervisorPaula Getz – Lower School Director of Curriculum and InstructionRyan Judd – Associate Dean of Students for Student LifeGus McGee – IT Associate DirectorNicole Miranda – Director of AdmissionsDerick Rodgers – Director of Marketing & CommunicationsAbby Ross – Computer Science Department ChairAlly Siegel – Middle and Upper School Outdoor Faculty/TutorParker Swenson – MS/US Band/Percussion TeacherNancy Woller – Liberal Arts Teaching ChairÌý
Our faculty and staff are the core of ÂÌñÉç, they are the ones who ignite the passion and shape the character of our students, they play an integral part in inspiring our students towards lives filled with meaning and purpose. We are so grateful for the many invaluable and incredible contributions made by those faculty and staff members departing ÂÌñÉç—without their immeasurable efforts and devotion to the liberal arts, our school would not be the same wonderful place of inspiration and curiosity that we love so deeply. We thank them for their many years of service.
Amanda Apple ​Jean ApplonieCindy Brandol – RetiringBrenda ButcherEric Cox Barr DolanTravis GlennonKristen JorgensonErin Knight – RetiringSteve Manning – RetiringBernie Meyers – RetiringLori Qian
December 8, 2021
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Celebrate 5 years since graduation with your classmates. Reconnect, reminisce, and enjoy an evening of conversation, shared memories, and celebration with fellow members of the Class of 2021. Hearty appetizers and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.
Celebrate 10 years since graduation with your classmates. Reconnect, reminisce, and enjoy an evening of conversation, shared memories, and celebration with fellow members of the Class of 2016. Hearty appetizers and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.
Celebrate 15 years since graduation with your classmates. Reconnect, reminisce, and enjoy an evening of conversation, shared memories, and celebration with fellow members of the Class of 2011. Hearty appetizers and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.
Celebrate 20 years since graduation with your classmates. Reconnect, reminisce, and enjoy an evening of conversation, shared memories, and celebration with fellow members of the Class of 2006. Hearty appetizers and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.
Celebrate 25 years since graduation with your classmates. Reconnect, reminisce, and enjoy an evening of conversation, shared memories, and celebration with fellow members of the Class of 2001. Hearty appetizers and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.
Come together with ÂÌñÉç alumni from across the entire 1990s for an evening of reconnecting and reminiscing! This combined reunion is a chance to celebrate the friendships, memories, and moments that made your ÂÌñÉç years so special. Enjoy hearty appetizers and a variety of drinks, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic options, while catching up with old friends and sharing laughs about your school days.
Saturday, May 16 | 7:30 – 11:30 AM | Murray Science Center
We’re bringing back birding! Who remembers the Class IX Bird Project? Don’t miss your chance to join this fun, family-friendly event with Mark Bromley, James Harris, Mike Johnson ‘88, and Bekka Joslin. We will meet at ÂÌñÉç and take a bus together. Don’t forget to bring your binoculars (we will have extras on hand if you don’t have your own).
Friday, May 15 | 6:30 – 7:30 PM | East Field
We’re excited to see ÂÌñÉç Alumni at our annual Alumni Soccer Game! This ÂÌñÉç tradition gives former players the chance to return to the field, reconnect with old teammates, and showcase their skills in a friendly atmosphere. Whether you played with us just a few years ago or several decades ago, we look forward to seeing you back on the field. Make sure to bring friends and family to cheer you on!
Friday, May 15 | 5:00 – 7:00 PM | Main Quad | No Registration Required
Join us for a fun BBQ bash at ÂÌñÉç with current families and ÂÌñÉç staff and faculty. It’s a great way to connect with your ÂÌñÉç classmates and enjoy delicious food before the Alumni Soccer Game!
No registration is needed for the Spring BBQ. Please join us!
Friday, May 15 | 4:00 – 5:00 PM | Haught Visual Arts Gallery at ÂÌñÉç | No Registration Required
ÂÌñÉç has always been a place where creativity thrives. Join us for the first-ever Alumni Art Show in the Haught Visual Arts Gallery and reconnect with the creative spirit that shaped your time here. This exhibition features work by 16 ÂÌñÉç Alumni artists, reflecting a range of disciplines, perspectives, and practices.
Brief Remarks at 4:00 pm will be offered by Gallery Manager and Curator Charlie Tadlock, followed by remarks from some of the Alumni Artists.
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Friday, May 15 | 2:15 – 3:30 PM | Miller Student Commons | Registration Highly Recommended
Ever wish you could go back and sit in your favorite class one more time? This Alumni Weekend, you can. We’re bringing you back “Back to Class” where you’ll have the chance to slip into a real, live Upper School classroom and experience ÂÌñÉç exactly as it exists today. Same teachers, same energy, same magic. Come relive the feeling.
Friday, May 15 | 12:45– 1:00 PM | Miller Student Commons | No Registration Required
Don’t leave lunch just yet. Immediately following the Kick-Off, Head of School Andrew Menke will take a few minutes to share what’s been happening at ÂÌñÉç; the changes, the milestones, and the exciting things on the horizon. It’s a chance to hear straight from the source about the school you helped shape and where it’s headed next. No sign-up needed, just pull up a seat.
Friday, May 15 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Miller Student Commons | No Registration Required
Kick off Alumni Weekend the right way — with good food and even better company. Join us in the new Miller Student Commons for ÂÌñÉç’s all-inclusive dining experience, and spend the lunch hour reconnecting with the faculty who made your time here unforgettable. Pull up a chair, catch up with old favorites, and let the weekend begin. No registration is required for this event.
Friday, May 15 | 1:00 – 2:00 PM | Miller Student Commons | No Registration Required
For many of you, Assistant Head of School, Todd Winters, was the first person who ever showed you and your parents around our 41 acre campus. Now he’s back to do it again! Todd will lead you through ÂÌñÉç’s beautiful newest additions and recent transformations, giving you a firsthand look at what your years here helped build. Whether it’s your first tour with Todd or your second, you won’t want to miss this one.