HighRoad Academy

Grade 4

Grade 4 Teacher (on medical leave)

I earned my E.C.E. Certificate at Douglas College, my Bachelor of General Studies at S.F.U. and completed the Professional Development Program at S.F.U.    I started at Highroad in 1989 and helped in the move from A.C.E. to traditional classrooms with BC Ministry of Education funding for the elementary grades. I enjoy coaching soccer and basketball. I try to encourage students to experience activities that they may not have explored before.

I enjoy the outdoors, where I would like to camp and fish more often. I Have been a member of the Chilliwack Fish and Game Protective Association for several years. The field trips I enjoy most are the Chilliwack River Fish Hatchery and the guided tour of Cheam Lake Wetlands. I enjoy reading and collect old books. I have a wife Anna without whom I would be lost. My daughter Prisca works at the Chilliwack Public Library and will graduate this year with a degree in honours History. She was a graduate of H.R.A. attending there from Kindergarten to grade 12. She got married in February and now our family includes a son Colin.

Public Relations, Honour Choir

Public Relations

I began teaching at Highroad Academy in 2002 with the task of creating a K-12 music program.  After losing my voice in 2008, I taught Bible until there was a need to coordinate the Special Needs department, where I stepped in for a 2 year stint before the position of Public Relations was created.  I attended 14 different schools, graduated from Centennial High School, attended Oral Roberts University and Portland State University and finally graduated with Bachelor of Music (Piano Performance) and Master of Science in Teaching (Music) at 42.  I hold an Associate of the Royal Conservatory of Music degree in Piano Performance and have had a private piano teaching practice since I was 14.  My husband and I serve as elders at City Life Church in Chilliwack.  The greatest joy of my life is serving God together with my husband, kids and grandkids in 4 different cities in 3 countries on 2 continents.

ACSI Teacher's Conference notes: Music PLO's

French 7 A/B, French 8, French 9, French 10, French 11

French Teacher

I was educated in England, gaining a B.Ed. degree from the University of London. I taught modern foreign languages for many years before coming to Canada with my family on a teacher exchange in 1995. This was such a positive experience that we emigrated in 1998. I taught at Cornerstone Christian School in Abbotsford for five years before coming to Highroad in 2003.

Kindergarten full-time

Kindergarten Teacher

Istarted teaching at Highroad Academy in 2003 and have taught grade 1, 2 ,3 and now Kindergarten here. I actually attended a one room rural school for grade 1 due to the location of my parent's farm in Alberta where I grew up. From grade 2 to12 I caught a school bus every morning to a school in another small community and graduated from Irvine High School. I went on to earn a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Lethbridge.  I now attend City Life Church and enjoy reading, walking, shopping and restaurant sampling.

Grade 5

Grade 5 Teacher

I was born into a Christian family in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan and was raised as the 4th child out of 8.  After graduating from High School, I attended Prairie Bible College in Three Hills, Alberta earning a B.S. in Biblical Studies. Three years later, I started on my Bachelor of Education degree at Grace College in Indiana.  It wasn't until my children were raised though, that I started teaching in the classroom.  The fall of 2006 marked the beginning of my career as an intermediate teacher at Highroad Academy.

Grade 3/4

Grade 3 & 4 Teacher

I was born and raised in the Chilliwack area and am a graduate of Chilliwack Senior Secondary School and Simon Fraser University where achieved a Bachelor in General Studies and a Professional Teaching Certificate. I coordinated the Summer Tutoring Program in Agassiz for 2 years and managed my own tutoring business for 2 years.  I started at Highroad Academy in 1990 with the Primary Dept.  I have been involved in the Chilliwack Alliance Church Sunday School program working with all ages and special needs adults, the church choir, and Christmas musical Centerville.  When not at Highroad I enjoy gardening, landscaping and most of all mowing lawns - with my riding lawn mower!

Special Needs TA

Special Needs Teacher

I began at Highroad Academy as a TOC in the fall of 2010 and now work as a teacher for Special Needs.  I attended Trinity Western University where I received my B. Ed in Elementary Education and completed the Professional Development Program through Simon Fraser University.  A desire to work with students who have exceptional needs is something I have grown into as a mother to a child with special needs.  I have 3 children and my husband and I live in the Chilliwack area.

Highroad Children's Centre Director

 Highroad Children's Centre Director

I am a graduate of Highroad Academy and went to Columbia Bible College earning my Early Childhood Education Certificate and University of the Fraser Valley to get my Special Needs Diploma. I have supervised daycare and preschools, and have also been a Supported Childcare Consultant working with children who require extra support. I was blessed to be a stay at home mom for 7 years before opening up my own multi–age in home daycare, which I ran until Highroad Children’s Centre opened in September 2010.

I enjoy the challenge and joys of working with children.  I also love being a mom; God has blessed me with 3 amazing children who attend Highroad Academy.  It is terrific being able to work in the same place where my kids attend school. As a family we like camping together, going to the river or beach, going for a bike ride, walking in the woods, reading and snuggling, playing games or bouncing on the tramp.

PE 7-12, English 9, PE Leadership 9/10, PE Leadership 11/12

Athletic Director & PE Teacher

I got a BA in General Studies from the University of the Fraser Valley and started teaching Physical Education and serving as Highroad Academy's Athletic Director in 2008. In this time I have enjoyed coaching both Sr. level sports teams and working with elementary student athletes in skill development. I love to see young men and women succeed in all areas including athletics. Away from school I run my own hockey skills academy. In my spare time I love to spend quality time with my wife and two sons.

Special Needs TA

Special Needs Teaching Assistant

I attended Highroad from Kindergarten to Grade 9 and graduated at Chilliwack Senior Secondary in 2001. I graduated from West Coast College of Health Care with a Community Corrections and Social Worker certificate.  Besides my certificate, I have qualified in many areas relating to Special Needs such as Non-Violent Crisis Intervention and Level 2 First Aid. I started working at Highroad last October 2010 part-time.

My interests/hobbies include quilting, reading, walking and biking. I travel to Haiti where I work with a missions organization as their Fundraising Coordinator. I also run the Adoption Support group in Chilliwack for parents interested in adoption or who have adopted. I teach on attachment and provide resources for families. I am married and we have a wonderful daughter, Rebecca who attends Highroad.

Apprenticeship and Work Place Math 10, Math 9, Science & Tech 11, Math 8, Woodshop 7/8, Woodworking 9/10

Math, Science and Woodworking Teacher

I attended Sherwood High School in Hamilton Ontario and began my career as a professional renovator/cabinet maker. I returned to school at age 38 to get my teaching degree. Through Distance Ed, night school and attending UBC, BCIT and Douglas College I completed a 5 year degree in 3 1/2 years, graduating in the top 5% at UBC and BCIT with a B.Ed with Technology Specialty.  I started teaching at Highroad Academy in 2004.

I love to hike and back country camp with my wife. I love long-boarding, golf, and radio controlled aircraft (building and flying). I am involved in the worship ministry of our church. The greatest joys of my life are my wife and two daughters.  Above all else, I love the Lord Jesus!

Principal, Bible 12

Principal

I attended Madison High School in Anderson Indiana, and went to four universities before graduating at 37 years old receiving a Bachelor of Music from Western Washington University and Master of Science (Music) from Portland State University.  I began teaching in the first ACE Christian School in Canada in 1974, and have worked as a pastor or Christian educator ever since.  In 2001, I became the principal of Highroad Academy and began the most enjoyable years of my career. I also serve on the board of the Federation of Independent School Associations, I am part of external evaluation teams for the Independent School branch of the Ministry of Education, and speak at conferences on topics related to my field.

I teach a class in either music or Bible every year at Highroad so that I can have day to day contact with my students, and I assist with Grade 4-6 Honour Choir after school one day a week.  At home I love to restore my older home, do woodworking, reading, and occasionally dust off my clarinet and enjoy classical clarinet and piano duets with my wife Alynne, which is how we met.  We have four adult children; 3 married, 2 in ministry, 1 in teaching and 1 in web development.  10 grandchildren round out our numbers and delight us daily.

Grade 5/6

Grade 5 & 6 Teacher

I attended high school in Victoria, B.C., finished my Bachelor of Science at the University of Victoria and my Master of Science at the University of Manitoba.  This is my 35th year of teaching in Christian Schools. I began at Highroad Academy in 2001. I love teaching, and I also sense potential additional opportunities coming in the future.  I am writing devotionals and teaching in the area of mental health.  I have a strong desire to put together an on-line course on Christian mental health.  I love fishing, gardening, and travelling around the province.

Office Manager

Learning Assistance

Learning Assistance Teaching Assistant

I have worked at Highroad Academy since 1986 in various capacities.  I have an E.A. certificate from Columbia Bible College and presently work in Learning Assistance as well as Special Needs.  Attending live theatre is something I enjoy along with reading and creating handwork.  I am a part of Southside Church in Chilliwack along with my family.

Special Needs Coordinator

Special Needs Coordinator

I attended high school at Standard High School in Edmonton, Medicine Hat College for Early Childhood Education, and then completed my Teaching Assistant Certification in Calgary, Alberta. I have worked with Special Needs students and families for approx. 11 years.  I began working for Highroad in December 2006. I enjoy sewing, skiing, reading, spending time with family, friends and Care group and I volunteer with Ruth and Naomi's Mission in Chilliwack and give premarriage mentoring.

Grade 2

Grade 2 Teacher

I have an Associate of Arts Degree (Business Administration) and a Bachelor of Education from Simon Fraser University. 

I began teaching school in 2000 and am now entering my 6th year at Highroad Academy.  I am married and have two children, one stepson, five grandchildren.  My hobbies include reading, golfing, walking, shopping, gardening and playing with my grandchildren.

Math 7, Learning Assistance 7/8/9, Art 7/8

Math and Learning Assistance Teacher

I attended school in Alberta at Kathyrn School for Grade 1 through 12.  I attended the University of Calgary for 5 years attaining a BSc in Math and Psychology and then I went to Regent College in Vancouver for some Bible training, earning a diploma.  While in BC I decided to get my Home Economics accreditation at UBC and I started my teaching career as a Home Ec teacher in Williams Lake.  Then God led me to look into Christian Education and I have been involved in starting three Christian schools in BC.  My last journey was to become part of Highroad Academy where I have enjoyed the last 20 plus years.

Music 4-12

Music Teacher

I began my career at Highroad in 2010 as the 4-12 music teacher at Highroad Academy.  I graduated from Temple Christian School in Portland, OR, then went on to study vocal technique & music at Portland Bible College, Mt. Hood Community College, and Kwantlen Polytechnic University.  I love to sing and play piano, but  also enjoy reading, cooking and baking, traveling, and spending time with my husband, David, and our children, Felicity and Alexander.

Elementary Head Teacher, Grade 3

Intermediate Head Teacher
Grade 3 Teacher

I am an elementary teacher with more than 11 years of experience teaching in a variety of grades. I graduated with a Bachelor of Education from the University of Alberta after attending High School in Edmonton, Alb. After teaching Grade 3 for 7 years in La Crete, Alb (10 hours north of Edmonton!), I moved to B.C and completed my Masters of Education in Educational Technology. I started teaching at Highroad Academy in 2007 and have taught from Grades 2-4. I am also Head Teacher of the Upper Elementary.

I am a member of the Valley Festival Singers choir in Abbotsford and also enjoy reading, listening to a wide variety of music and designing websites and online tools. I am the founder of iWishfor, an app I am developing for the iPhone. I am involved in my church serving on the Men's Ministry team and am married with two beautiful children.

Kindergarten part-time

Kindergarten Teacher

I graduated from the University of Victoria in 1974. My first assignment was a split Grade One/Two. I left the position in 1977 to begin a family and continued for the next 15 years raising children and teaching as a T.O.C. Most of my experience was in the primary grades. When we moved to Chilliwack in 1990 I applied for part time work at Highroad Academy where my children were attending. I accepted a position teaching Kindergarten in 1993 and have been working with the Kindergarten children ever since.
I have five grandchildren. I taught Kindergarten to my first grandchild and have my second grandchild in my class this year. I enjoy sailing in the summer, and am presently taking a pottery class, which I thoroughly enjoy.
 

Secondary Science Department CoordinatorScience 10, Apprenticeship Math 11, Chemistry 12, Biology 12, Physics 12, Biology 11

Secondary Science Department Coordinator
High School Math & Science Teacher

John has been teaching since 1992 and has been at Highroad since 1997.  He attended high school in Coquitlam (Centennial School, 1987) and then graduated from Simon Fraser University with a Bachelor of Science (1992). He loves to take summer adventures with his family to explore the wonders of God's creation.  He is a recipient of the AMGEN Award for Science Teaching Excellence and the NSTA Shell Science Lab Challenge.

Grade 6

Grade 6 Teacher

I have been teaching  Grade 6 at HRA since 2009, going into my third year this year. I graduated from Norland Sr. High School in Miami, FL and received my B.S. in Elementary Education at Miami Christian College and  my M.S. in Reading at Barry University, with other graduate studies at the University of Alabama.

I am a former MK (missionary kid) from Cuba and taught many years in an MK school in Quito, Ecuador.  This makes me a very missions minded person, and I want my students to realize there's a "world out there" they need to know and reach with God's love. I enjoy reading, quilting, and taking long walks.

Secondary Humanities Department Coordinator, Socials 11, English 11, Law 12, History 12, Socials 10, English 12, Student Leadership and Outreach

Secondary Humanities Department Coordinator
High School Humanities Teacher

Highroad Academy might just be part of my DNA.  I began here the year the school opened as a (very young) student, and after I graduated, I returned to volunteer as coach and choir director.  Then it was off to UBC to get my B.A and B.Ed. degrees and become a full fledged teacher.  My husband and I met as students at Highroad, and we are now the proud parents of three extraordinary Highroad students.

Our family loves music and we are all involved in our church's worship ministry, where my husband is the Worship Pastor.  Being part of outreach is one of our family activities, whether that means working together at the Soup Kitchen, or traveling to the other side of the world to work in refugee camps.  We consider ourselves blessed to have had these experiences. In the summer, it is our goal to spend as many weeks as we can camping close by the ocean, reading books, riding bikes, and exploring.

9-12 Music

High School Music Teacher

I graduated from Highroad Academy and attended Portland Bible College after completing my ARCT in Piano Performance from the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto.  After graduating in 1999 with a Bachelor's degree in Church Music, I came on staff at City Life Church as the Worship Pastor and also began teaching in Highroad Academy.  Throughout the years I have taught both music and Bible and am presently involved in high school chapel as well as teaching the class Worship & Technology.  I enjoy music, playing sports, and spending time with friends and family.

Special Needs TA

Special Needs Teaching Assistant

I have two college diplomas. Community Workplace leadership from University College of the FV as well as Teaching Assistant from Career Gate Community College. It has been my pleasure to work in numerous capacities with adults and children with disabilities for the past 20 years, the past 5 of these here at HRA.

I grew up in Salmon Arm graduating from Salmon Arm Senior Secondary as one of the last true flower children. I love to spend time in my garden. On occasion, when no one is looking you may catch me talking to "my ladies" encouraging them that as part of God's great creation they are free to bloom in all the vibrant colours of the rainbow that is in them. 

receptionist

School Office Receptionist

Hi my name is Kathy Teschke.  I am the office receptionist for Highroad Academy.  I attend City Life Church and have been enjoying my work here at Highroad Academy for over 10 years.  I have two children enrolled at our school; my daughter will be graduating this year and my son is in grade 10.  I enjoy meeting with the parents and helping your kids.

K-6 Head Teacher, Grade 1

 Kindergarten-Gr.6 Head Teacher
Grade 1 Teacher

I attended HRA from Kindergarten to Grade 12. After HS, I spent 6 months on the mission field in Malawi, Africa. I began my university studies in Chilliwack at UCFV and transferred to Simon Fraser University where I later graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major in Psychology. Continuing my studies at SFU, I entered the Professional Development Program and completed my education training. I am now entering my 10th year teaching at Highroad Academy and have been working with the Administration Team as Head Teacher for the Elementary for four years. Hobbies include reading, cooking, shopping and Starbucks!

International Student Coordinator

International Student Coordinator
School Office Bookkeeper

I have a  3 year certificate from Word of Life Bible School (1975). I have worked at City Life Church/Highroad Academy since1980 as church secretary, bookkeeper, and Highroad’s office manager. Previously I operated a business designing and selling children’s clothing, and presently I run a bed & breakfast in my home.  I have travelled to China, France and Japan.  I love sewing and collect fabrics from around the world.  My husband and I have two children who attended Highroad Academy from kindergarten to graduation.

Communications 11/12, Literature 12, English 9/10, Journalism 11, Drama 7/8, Drama 9/10

High School Humanities Teacher
Drama Coach

I grew up all across Canada from Nova Scotia to BC.  I attended High School in both Halifax and Mississauga.  I went to York University where I earned my BA in Anthropology, and then travelled to Europe for a year of Bible School.  I did some missions' trips for a few years, spending time in Israel, Kenya and a year teaching in Niger Republic.  I decided I loved teaching and went to U of Alberta to earn my Bachelor of Education.  I came to BC after I graduated as my family relocated here, and started Highroad Academy in September of 1999.  Currently I teach Humanities at Highroad, predominately drama and English. I attend City Life Church, and lead a ladies' Bible study.  I enjoy many things as hobbies, including cooking, reading mysteries and historical fiction, and horseback riding. 

Out of School Care Worker

Highroad Children's Centre staff

This year I will be working at Highroad Children's Centre in the Out of School Care program. I am graduate of Highroad Academy and am thrilled to be back on my old stomping grounds again.

Since graduating from Highroad I have been pursuing my Bachelor's degree in Social Work and working in various areas in the community. Over the past 15 years I have been working extensively with children ranging from doing a preschool program in a transition house to working with special needs children to working in Sunday school to baby sitting children of all ages.  

When I am not working or going to school I enjoy spending time with my family, going for hikes and getting lost in a good book.

Secondary Math Department CoordinatorMath 10, Principles of Math 12, Chemistry 11, Foundations of Math 11, Physics 11

Secondary Humanities Mathematics Coordinator
High School Math and Science Teacher

I began working at Highroad Academy in 1996.  My high school graduation was in Salmon Arm although Sicamous is my "home town".  I went to Berean Bible College in Calgary for three years to obtain my Bachelor of Religious Education and then spent four years at Trinity Western for my BSc in Chemistry degree and finished up with one year at SFU for my teacher certification.  I have lived in Calgary, Prince George, Quesnel, Sicamous, Wynndel, Langley, Bangladesh, Ontario, Pakistan and Wales as well as Chilliwack.  Between my husband and me, we have seven adult children (five are married) and 12 grandchildren that range in age from 6 months to 18.  Life is exciting!

Mod Squad, Gr 5 & 6 French

High School Special Needs Teacher
Intermediate French Teacher

I grew up in England and moved to Canada with my family in 1998.  I attended Cornerstone Christian School in Abbotsford, BC and went to UBC to study science and education, completing my B.Sc. In Plant Biology and B.Ed..  I taught Grade 2 in the Abbotsford School District for one year.  I started at Highroad in 2010 and currently teach the Mod Squad and intermediate French.   I love travelling, reading books and messy science experiments!

Special Needs TA

Special Needs Teacher

I have a Bachelor of Arts Degree majoring in Psychology.  My husband, children and I moved to Chilliwack in 2005 from Vancouver Island.  I began working at Highroad Academy in 2008.  I love working with individual students, helping them discover God's unique gift for them. On weekends you can find me going on daytrips with my family discovering new adventures along the way.

Learning Assistance

Learning Assistance Teaching Assistant

I received my S.E.T.A certificate from Kwantlen College in Langley in 1997.  I have been working with Learning Assistance for quite a few years.  It is my joy to be involved in several activities at our church, City Life. Fishing has become a new hobby and I caught my first trout this August.

Grade 5 with Mrs. Couse

Grade 5 Teacher

I have lived in Chilliwack for the majority of my life and graduated from UBC with my BA and teaching degree in 2000.  After teaching full-time for six years and having two children, I joined the Highroad teaching staff in 2010.  My entire teaching career, so far, has been in the middle school grades and it is in this age of students that I find the perfect blend of independence, curiosity, and transparency in their desire to learn more about life and their own personal relationship with Jesus.  Working part-time also allows me to create a balance between pursuing my passion for teaching and raising young children with my husband, Jeff.  As a family, we love to be outdoors as much as possible which is usually time spent playing on our street with the other families in the neighbourhood.  When I have the chance to be alone, I head straight to Starbucks with a good book.
 

Middle School Head Teacher, Science 7/8/9

Middle School Head Teacher

I went to high school in Abbotsford at WJ Mouat Secondary.  I attended UBC from 1992-1996 and was a member of the varsity swim team. I received a Bachelor of Science in Biology from UBC.   My focus at university was in plant ecology and I spent a summer in Fort St. John doing biological research for the forestry company Canfor.  My husband and I lived in Quesnel for 10 years before moving to Chilliwack.  I started working at HRA in 2006 as a TOC and part time teacher in the grade 5 class.  I have 3 talented children and my hobbies include Starbucks, gardening and travelling to exotic locations courtesy of the web.

Special Needs TA

Special Needs Teaching Assistant

I am new to Highroad in 2011 but I have been working as a Special Needs Assistant for 8 years now. I got married last July and moved to Chilliwack from Calgary, Alberta. I have taken my Education Assistant Certificate program but I have also taken several other courses relating to child development, behaviour modification, and crisis intervention. I enjoy helping children to feel confident and develop their God given talents.

Bible 7/8/9/10/11, Service 9/10

Middle School Bible Teacher

I attended Christ for the Nations Bible College two years, and University of the Fraser Valley four years. I started at Highroad in 2008 as an Educational Assistant and starting teaching in February 2009.  I graduated from Fraser Valley Christian High School in Surrey after attending Sheldon Williams Collegiate in Regina for grades 9-11.  I grew up in the church and have been involved in youth and worship ministries for most of my life.  Along with my wife Jennifer, we have helped lead a life group at City Life Church for several years.  I have two children with a third on the way. I love watching sports and movies, reading and playing with my kids.

Social Studies 7/8, English 7/8, Computer 7/8

Middle School Humanities Teacher

I started teaching at Highroad Academy in 2005. I attended HRA from grade 2-12. I attended UFV and UBC for my university training receiving a B.A. from UFV and a B.Ed. from UBC.  My wife(Melanie) and I have three children: Zachariah, Annabelle and Elijah. I am interested in missions and my family and I are part of the School of Missions in our church. I enjoy hiking, rock climbing, scuba diving and golf but find less time for these since my wife and I had our third child!

Grade 3 with Mr. Hancock

Grade 3 Teacher

Igrew up in Langley and attended high school at M.E.I.  I began my university education at Trinity Western University but transferred to the University of Winnipeg when I married Patrick in 1998.  I graduated with my BA in 1999 and BEd in 2001.  Patrick and I lived in the prairies for eleven years and have been back in BC for the past 2 1/2 years.  In 2009 I began teaching Grade 4 one day a week at Highroad Academy.  My hobbies include relaxing with a good book and a cup of coffee!  I also love running and I ran two half marathons and a sprint distance triathlon this past year. My greatest joy is being a mom to my three precious boys.

Special Needs TA, Elementary Math

Intermediate Math Teacher
Special Needs Teaching Assistant

I was born and educated in Mexico, spending one year of high school in California as an international student.  I earned a BA in Mathematics from the Universidad Nacional de Mexico and a Diploma in Economics from the United Nations during my career as a civil servant.  After I became a Christian, I came to Canada with my wife and daughter to earn a Master's degree in Religious Education at Trinity Western University.  I started in Highroad Academy in the spring of 2008 to teach mathematics and work with special needs students.  My family is a part of City Life Church where I am active in Men's Ministry and pastor an outreach ministry to Hispanic temporary workers.

Grade 1 with Kim Evans; Library

Grade 1 with Kim Evans, Primary Teacher-Librarian

I have a Bachelor of Education from SFU with a minor in Early Childhood Education and Learning Difficulties.  This is my fifth year teaching part-time at Highroad Academy.  I teach one day in Miss Evan's grade one class and the other day I work as teacher/librarian with the primary classes.  I'm born and raised in Abbotsford, graduating from MEI and presently I'm back living in Abbotsford on a hobby farm.  I soon will be celebrating 15 years of marriage and I have 2 daughters ages 13 and 11.  I also have 3 wonderful grandchildren if you can figure that one out.  When I'm not at Highroad I'm busy working in my garden or chasing beef cattle back into their fields.

K-3 Music

Primary Music Teacher

I was born in Manitoba in the middle of a large Mennonite family.  I went to Edmonton to attend Northwest Bible College (now Vanguard College)  and received a 3-year diploma in Biblical studies  and returned later to take music courses in Orchestral arranging and  Midi software.  I also completed one year of musical studies at the University of Alberta.  I served as a worship pastor for over 15 years at Bethesda Church in Edmonton, Alberta before moving to Chilliwack to start teaching music at Highroad in 2007.

Special Needs TA, First Aid Supervisor

Special Needs Teaching Assistant
First Aid Supervisor

I earned my E.A. certificate from Columbia Bible College in 2007 and have earned numerous first aid certificates.  For 13 years I have worked at Highroad Academy and presently am assigned to special needs students.  As well, I supervise the First Aid services.  I have been married for 26 years and have four children and one 4 year old granddaughter.  All four children attended Highroad.  Walking, shopping garage sales and baking bread the old fashion way are some of my favourite activities.

Special Needs TA, Out of School Care worker

Special Needs Teaching Assistant

I am new to Highroad Academy this year.  I just finished my schooling at Columbia Bible College this last year to be an Educational Assistant.  I did my practicum last year in Ms. Evans class at HRA and loved it so much I decided to apply for work here in September.  I go to City Life Church and have a son who is turning four in late December. My love and passion is kids and helping raise them with Godly morals and a love for the Lord that will never leave their hearts.

bookkeeper

School Office Bookkeeper

I was born and raised in Chilliwack and am a Graduate of Chilliwack Senior Secondary School.  I have also received my diploma from the Canadian Guild of Dispensing Opticians.  I am married to Cliff and we have 2 children, Janelle and Barrie.  Together we have served as deacons at City Life Church for the last 18 years.  I formerly taught Grade 1-7 Bible Classes at HRA.  My hobbies include travelling, reading and gardening.

Special Needs TA

High School Vice-Principal, Planning 10-12, Socials 10

Vice PrincipalI
High School Head Teacher

graduated from the teacher education program at UBC in 1994.  I started off teaching in the public system in Richmond before moving out to Chilliwack to take a grade 7 teaching position at Highroad Academy in 1995.I began serving as head of the Middle School Department in 1999 and later assumed the responsibilities of the High School Department Head Teacher and Vice Principal in 2004.

During my time at Highroad Academy I have coached basketball, soccer, and track.  I have presented workshops at ACSI Conventions on writing and student leadership, served on several marking teams for provincial exams and a number of External Evaluation Committee teams for the Ministry of Education.  Currently, I serve on the Executive Board of ACSI Western Canada and the Ministry of Education’s Dogwood District Authority Awards Committee.

My wife Diane also holds a professional teaching certificate but is currently a stay at mom to our three children, Madeline,  Aidan, and Ethan.  We are deeply committed to Christian education and are so thankful to our church and all our children’s teachers who have partnered with us to “bring up your children in the training and instruction of the Lord.”  

Special Needs TA

Special Needs Teacher

I graduated from Trinity Western University with a B.A. majoring in psychology, and B.Ed. from University of Windsor.

I am certified teacher who started at Highroad in 2009.  My background is in conflict resolution and elementary education.  My husband and I can often be found at various sporting events in which our six children are involved.

ECE assistant in preschool classrooms

Early Childhood Educator
Highroad Children's Centre

I am currently finishing my E.C.E. certificate at UFV. I have been working with children in a variety of settings for over 6 years. I have had extensive experience with children who require extra support and/or have developmental delays. I started at Highroad as a T.A. in January 2009. My greatest passion is working with children and helping all children, no matter their situation, thrive and feel loved, accepted and special. I spend my free time with my husband and my own children. I enjoy spending time with friends and family,being outdoors and horse back riding.

Special Needs TA

Special Needs Teaching Assistant

I started at Highroad Academy in 2010 as a Special Needs Teaching Assistant. My Community Support Worker studies were completed at UFV. Previously I worked in the public school system with grades encompassing  K-Adult.  I attend Yarrow MB and enjoy being active on the Food Committee there.  My interests include gardening, classic cars & bikes, and my Bed & Breakfast business.