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Joshua Sucherman

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Interim Principal
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720-833-6796

As the interim principal at SOAR Academy, I am dedicated to creating a supportive, student-centered environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive. With a deep-rooted passion for helping young people and a commitment to service, I approach my role with a focus on meeting students where they are and empowering them to reach their full potential. I am equally committed to supporting our talented staff, providing them with the resources and structures needed to make a meaningful impact in our students' lives. At SOAR Academy, I am honored to work alongside our staff and families to inspire and uplift our students every day.

Karen Galindo

Karen
Student Engagement Coordinator
720-833-6829 Office

My name is Karen Galindo and I am the Student Engagement Coordinator at SOAR Academy. I work side by side with our families to make sure our students feel supported in every step of their education and help students reach their highest potential. In my free time, I love spending time with family and my 3 dogs, traveling and exploring new places.  

Alma Arellano

Alma
School Counselor
720-833-6786 Office

My name is Alma Arellano. This is my 27th year in education and 2nd here at SOAR. I have a B.S. in Family and Consumer Science, a M.A. in Cultural and Linguistic Diversity Education and am completing a dual M. A. in School and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am passionate about helping students find their path after high school and helping them get there successfully. I am married and have two children and two energetic chocolate labs. Outside of school I love to fish, camp, boat and ride horses, 4-wheelers or motorcycles. I am excited to be here at SOAR and am looking forward to a great year!

Steve Livingston

Steve
GED Coordinator
720-833-6831 Office

I am a passionate, caring, fun and calm teacher. I deeply believe in taking care of your mind, body and soul. I love to exercise (especially run), read (especially Stephen King) and play card and board games. My wife is my inspiration. She has overcome tragedy to lead by example through art therapy. We have wonderful 3 kids; 2 grown, 1 in college. 
 
 

Cree Duane

Cree
Social Studies/Science Teacher
720-833-6648 Office

Hello, I'm Cree Duane and I am very excited to continue teaching at SOAR Academy as their Social Studies and Science teacher! I will be entering my 4th year in education and bring with me experience as a prior behavioral therapist. I have a Double B.S. in Criminal Justice and Psychology and a M.S. in Clinical Psychology. I am passionate about helping students recognize their potential and teaching them how to use the skills needed for them to be successful in this great global community we are all a part of. In my free time, I enjoy experiencing other cultures through travel, reading, gaming, going on walks, and trying new foods

Amber Anderson

Amber
Language Arts Teacher
720-833-6830 Office
 
I have been an educator for twenty-five years in many different locations and capacities. I’ve taught all across Colorado, in California, Lithuania, and Jordan. I’ve taught everyone from infants to adults, from English to Theatre. My favorite part about being an English teacher is to witness the power of literacy–how it can positively impact so many aspects of a student’s life. When I’m not teaching reading and writing, I’m practicing my own skills through participating in a variety of book clubs and writing groups. I also love to go to the theatre, practice daily yoga, take nature walks and hikes, and travel internationally. I have been married twenty-seven years to my college sweetheart and have two adult daughters and two dogs.

Mitchell Petersen

Math Teacher
720-833-6794