People

Special Education Team

Danielle Alsop

Child Find Coordinator
Team Lead
Draper/ SAHS Campuses

I have worked in education since 1991 and at Summit Academy since 2016 in intervention/child find. I received a Master of Education degree from Utah State University.

Bonnie Blomquist

Special Education Coordinator
Bluffdale

I bring over 15 years of experience in special education. My teaching career has been shaped by a commitment to inclusive practices, individualized learning, and fostering student growth both academically and socially.

As a Special Education Coordinator, I am committed to working closely with teachers, families, and support staff to ensure that every student receives the resources and guidance they need to thrive.

Callisa Manu

BCBA

2nd year at summit, 4th year working in the field of behavior.

Rachael Carpenter

Support Service

All my children have attended Summit Academy, and I have worked here in various capacities for 7 years.  This is my second year working in Support Services.  I love this community and working with such amazing people. 

 

Kindra Cary

Kindra Cary

Support Services Para

Ately Castillo

Ately Castillo

SpEd Para

Mckell Chid

Mckell Chid

ISC-A Support Service Para

Christa Eskelson

Support Service Behavior Tech

 I began volunteering in the classes which led me to working as an Paraeducator.

Wendy Hadden

Support Service Assistant

I work with Support Services and the amazing staff and fabulous students.

Taegan Hancock

Taegan Hancock

BCBA

Malia Isaacs

Malia Isaacs

Support Services

Jennifer Krynen

Jennifer Krynen

Support Service Para

Sophia Kaihatu

6th-8th Grade SpEd Teacher
Jr. High Interpersonal Communication

This is my second year in support services! I’m grateful for the opportunity to help students thrive, grow, and learn to advocate for themselves. 

Laura Lowther

Laura Lowther

Special Education Para

Becca Mitchell

Support Services Elementary Teacher

I have a passion for volleyball and love the outdoors! This will be my first year at Summit Academy and I am so excited to be teaching your students. I love seeing progress, not perfection! 

Teemarie Mohowski

Special Education Coordinator
Jr. High
Draper, Independence

I have worked at Summit Academy since 2006 as the coordinator and LOVE IT!

Ella Nguyen

Ella Nguyen

Support Service Behavior Tech

Jill Neilsen

Jr High Support Services Instructor

I love Summit and have been here since the very beginning. I love working with our students.

Gayle Petersen

Special Education Coordinator
Elementary
Draper, Independence

I'm so happy to be a part of Summit Academy!

Jacque Schmidt

Director of Support Services
LEA 504 Coordinator

Director of Special Education for the past 21 years, Jacque started with Summit in 2004.  She has a MEd from Utah State University and has worked in the special education field for more than 30 years.

Sue Swensen

Special Education Para

 I love teaching reading and math and having fun while we learn.

Shelby Swenson

Shelby Swenson

Support Services Sub

Sydney Thomas

Sydney Thomas

SpEd Para

Hannah Withers

Hannah Withers

Social Worker

Counseling Team

Stacie Bunton

Elementary School Counselor / 504 Coordinator

I have a deep passion for working with kids and am thrilled to be a part of Summit Academy's fantastic program!

JoAnn Carter

JoAnn Carter

Jr. High School Counselor / 504 Coordinator

Supporting Staff

Melanie Kunz

Instructional Coach

 Instructional coaches collaborate with teachers to ensure high academic achievement for all students.

Taylor Forgette

Jr High Interventionist

I am a graduate student studying Secondary English Teaching with a strong passion for literacy development and RTI. I believe every student deserves instruction that meets them where they are, and helps them grow as readers, thinkers, and writers. I love watching them find confidence in their abilities throughout the year. 

Rebecca Yockey

Interventionist

"Summit is such a great school to work for. I love to see my students grow and gain confidence in their abilities. My favorite subjects to teach are math and writing." 

Ann-Marie Proctor

504 Coordinator

I am a former English teacher and a licensed school counselor who has worked in both middle and high schools.

Facilities Team

Jared Polatis

Jared Polatis

IT Tech

Tanner Polatis

Tanner Polatis

Director of Technology

Doug Pearce

Doug Pearce

Maintenance

Food Service Team

Kris Bednarik

Kris Bednarik

Salad Bar/Server

Reese Bednarik

Reese Bednarik

Cashier

Danielle Bradshaw

Danielle Bradshaw

Elementary Server

Ji Young Chun

Ji Young Chun

Draper Kitchen Sub

Steve Delgado

Steve Delgado

Server

Rosalie Despain

Rosalie Despain

Elementary Salad Bar

Ambra Gardner

Ambra Gardner

Cashier

Rugi Musa

Rugi Musa

Server

Josie Shepherd

Josie Shepherd

Cashier

Karina Sherman

Karina Sherman

Cook

Cindy Simmons

Cindy Simmons

Salad Bar

Cindee Sommer

Cindee Sommer

Manager