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Administration

Brady, Kimberly

Principal

BA, MA

As a former Horizon graduate, I was excited to return in 1997 as social studies teacher and the cheer/poms coach. Since that time, I have been busy earning a Masters degree in Literacy and then back to school for an 2nd endorsement in Administration. In the administrative realm I served Horizon as an Assistant...

Garcia, Ralph

Dean of Students

MA, BA

Dean of Students and Head Baseball Coach. Please contact me regarding:

Parking Permits

Traffic Flow

Transportation

Crime Stoppers

Intervention Committee

Wednesday School

And all students with last names that begin with N - Z....

Gussman, Cassidy

Dean of Students

BS, MS, MEd

Dean of Students. I have been in Adams 12 as an educator for 15 years. I began my career in education as a Career and Technical education teacher. I currently served at Horizon High School as the Dean of students. I believe that students can achieve whatever they put their minds to and I do my best to guide them...

Paul, Terra

Dean of Students

BS, MA

Dean of Students for all student with last names G-M I began teaching in 2007. I taught P.E. and Health at both the middle school and high school level. While I am extremely passionate about exercise and fitness, I am also extremely passionate about coaching students in making positive choices that set them up...

Fleeman, Erica

Assistant Principal , Activity Director

BME, MM

Please contact me regarding the following departments:

Math

FCS

Library

ELD

Business&Marketing

Activities Director

I began my teaching career in 2000, as a band director, and have been a Hawk since 2013, when I was hired as Director...

Saunar, Lisa

Assistant Principal

BA, MA

Please contact me regarding the following departments:

Credit Recovery

English/Reading

Special Education

This is my first year as an Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction, I am truly excited to join the Hawk Nation. I have previously taught Health and Physical...

Tonjes, Marty

Assistant Principal , Athletics Director

BA, MA

Please contact me regarding the following departments:

Deans/Discipline

Physical Education

Social Studies

Job Description: Athletics Director

I started my "career" at Horizon in 1988 as a sophomore student. Since then, I've received a Bachelor's Degree from...

Office

McNabb, Stacey

Office Manager

I began my career at Horizon High School in 1998 as the Receptionist in the Main Office. Two years later I became the Office Manager/Principal's Secretary. I have two kids who both graduated from HHS. In my spare time I enjoy camping with my husband and two dogs. I can be reached at extension #4401 or via email...

Neil, Tia

Attendance Clerk

I began working for Unfied Higley school district in 2005 in Gilbert, AZ. I was forunate to star working at Horizon High School starting in 2016. I can help you with your attendace needs, just call me or email with any questions I can help with.

DeRenzo, Cindy

Bookkeeper

Hi my name is Cindy DeRenzo. I have been working for Adams 12 Five Star Schools for 25 years. I held several positions within the district. But in 1996 I joined the Horizon family and have been serving as Horizon's bookkeeper for 22 years. I am married and have 2 adult children that graduated from Horizon and 2...

Harris, Kellie

Secretary

Secretary in the Deans Office I have been with Horizon High School since 2006. You can contact through the website if you need to speak with a Dean of Students, or general information as well. I am married with three boys and am from Canada living here now. Feel free to email me or call me with any questions...

Rhoads, Paula

Secretary

BA

I began working in Adams 12 in 2007. I enjoy students of all ages. I worked in the library at Stellar Elementary and Rocky Top Middle School for a total of nine years. I made the move to join Horizon High School Spring of 2018 and I am loving being a part of the Hawk Family. I am married with three adult...

Rumrey, Heather

Secretary

Secretary in the Main Office I have worked for Adams12 since 2011. I started at Northglenn High school as a health aide and eventually took a position as the attendance clerk. I started at Horizon High school in 2017 as the Office Secretary and am very excited to be a Hawk.

Wiesinger, Kimberly

Secretary

BS

Hi! I am the Athletic Secretary. I have been with Adams 12 and Horizon since August of 2018. My background includes High School Business teacher, secretary, bookkeeper, online marketer, and stay-at-home mom for the last 17 years. I enjoy watching my kids in all of their sporting endeavors and being a sports fan...

Cummings, Ruth

Registrar , Technology Support

I have been working in the Adams12 Five Star Schools for over 25 years. Six years at Meritt Hutton Middle/Thornton MIddle School as a Media Clerk, two years at Rocky Mountain Elementary as a Secretary, ten years at Westlake Middle as the Building Computer Technician and the past eight years at Horizon High as a...

Navarra, Carolina

Registrar

Enrollment Ciao and welcome! My name is Carolina Navarra and I am the Registrar at Horizon High School. I moved to Colorado in 1997 after leaving my beautiful town in Italy. I love to travel and experience new cultures and languages. I have been with Adams 12 since 2002 and I became the registrar at Horizon High...

Ferguson Knapp, Heather

Clerk

Hello, My name is Heather and I am the Office Clerk in the Special Needs department. I have been with Adams 12 since 2012 and started at Horizon H.S. in 2016. When I am not at work you can find me cheering on my boys in all of their activities. Please contact me if you have any Special needs questions.

Academics

Griffin, Liz

Art Teacher

BA

Drawing I, II & III. Painting I & II. Photography I. I'm incredibly excited to be returning to Horizon High School for my first full year of teaching. I came in midyear for the 2018 Spring Semester as a new teacher. If I'm not biking, skiing, or hiking, I'm making art; and I'm grateful to be able to share...

Melly, Suzi

Art Teacher , Coordinator

Photo I/II/III, Jewelry I, Drawing I, Ceramics I/II, Sculpture I/II

Schrader, Justin

Business Teacher

BBA, ME

I began my teaching career in 2004 here at Horizon High School - Go Hawks! This year I am teaching Marketing, International Marketing, Introduction to Business, and Web Design. I addition to my teaching duties I am also a DECA advisor and a soccer coach. I am passionate about creating thoughtful, well rounded...

Valentine, Jill

Business Teacher

BS, MBA

Marketing, Advanced Marketing, SOAR 10th Grade, Management / Entrepreneurship I began my teaching career in 2002 and have been a Hawk for 13 years. In addition, I am a DECA advisor and oversee our school store, the Hawk's Nest. I am passionate about teaching and believe education should be engaging, relevant and...

Wilke, Scott

Business Teacher

BBA, BEd, MBA

Accounting, Computer Applications, Finance, Intro to Business FBLA Advisor I began my teaching career in 2000 and became a teacher at HHS in 2004. In addition to teaching business, I am an advisor for FBLA. I believe in experiential and project based learning (learning by doing). I get excited when students...

Artzer, Alex

English Teacher

BA

10th and 12th Grade English: Literature and Composition. I began teaching in 2015 and this is my 2nd year at Horizon. In addition to teaching English in Hawk Nation, I am also the sophomore class sponsor. I love getting kids to enjoy reading and making them think critically about the world around them. When I'm...

Colburn, Anna

English Teacher

BA

9th Grade English, Journalism, Speech and Debate Hello! I began my teaching career in 2015 and have been teaching at Horizon since 2017. In addition to teaching 9th grade English at Horizon, I also am the Journalism class sponsor and coach the Speech and Debate team. I love helping students develop their...

Davinroy, Kathryn

English Teacher , World Language Teacher

BA, MA, PhD

Courses I am teaching this year: CP English 10 Literature, AP Literature and Composition, and and World Language French. About Me: I began my teaching career at Horizon High School in 1998. I earned my Bachelors degree in English and Masters in American Literature and Rhetoric, both from Penn State University....

England, Eric

English Teacher

MA, BA

Film Study, AP & CP English Literature and Composition, Journalism. Websites:

The Profile Google Group

The Profile Docs

Gallagher, Rachel

English Teacher

English Literature and Composition, 9th & 12th Grade. Hello! I am Rachel Gallagher and I began my teaching career in 2010 and became a teacher at Horizon in 2014. I graduated from the University of Northern Colorado with bachelors in both English Secondary Education and Theatre Arts. This year, I began...

Graf, Sarah

English Teacher

BA, MA

American/English Literature and Composition, 11th & 12th Grade. I began my teaching career in 1998 and spent one year teaaching at Excelsior Youth Center and one year at McClain Community High School in Jefferson County. Each of these positions were working with at-risk youth. My career brought me to Hawk...

Haefner, Amy

English Teacher

BA

English Literature and Compostition, 9th & 12th Grade. I began my high school English teaching career in 1998 in South Florida and became a teacher at HHS in 2004. I am proud graduate of Florida State University. I enjoy fostering positive relationships with my students, encouraging them to challenge...

Johnson, Andreya

English Teacher

MSEd, MA, BA

Accelerated Reading I, II, III, IV. I began teaching at Horizon in 2009 and have enjoyed working with the students, families, and staff that call Horizon their home school. The 2018/19 school year will be my 21st year teaching, having taught 6 years in New York before moving out west. I am also a part of our...

Kavaney, Jennifer

English Teacher

BA, MA

CP English Literature & Composition 10th Grade, English10 and English 12th Grade. I began my teaching career in Tucson, Arizona in 2000, and started at Horizon High School in 2004. I strongly believe in the importance of literacy for all students and I work diligently for every student in my classroom. I ...

Kubsch, Kimberly

English Teacher

BA, MEd

Courses Taught: World Literature - 10th Grade; American/English Literature & Composition - 11th Grade, 12th Grade English Literature and Composition About Me: I began my teaching career at Horizon High School in 2009 after earning my bachelors degree in English and Masters of English Education, both from the...

Lash, Steve

English Teacher , Instructional Coach

MA, BA

I teach English Language Arts grade 10, and I am one of the SOAR III and IV teachers. I also serve as an Instructional Leader. I started my teaching career at Horizon 23 years ago, and have happily taught here ever since! Over my years, I have taught Student Government, Russian, Service Learning, and all levels...

Pincsak, Merris

English Teacher

BA, MA

Courses: 10th grade core, CP core 9th grade, and 12th grade Comparison Lit and Media. I am excited to be in my first year at Horizon and my 18th year teaching overall. I am originally from Montana and have my undergraduate from Montana State. I earned my master's from University of Colorado, Denver in Public...

Rogers, Austin

English Teacher

Classes: English 12 periods 1, 3, 5 and English 10 Core: 7/8 Hello! I am excited to be returning to Horizon High School for my second year of teaching! I originally graduated from Horizon High School in 2013 and I am honored to be back in the teacher role this time around. I graduated from Univeristy of...

Root, Alison

English Teacher

BA, MA

I teach 11th grade American Lit and advise our yearbook staff (find us @ Yearbook Club). This is my thirteenth year as a teacher, all those years being at Horizon. Teaching is my second career--I started in the corporate world, but soon found I wanted to work more closely with people. In addition to reading and...

Schafer, Dawn

English Teacher

BA, MA

Graduated with a BA in English Secondary Education from University of Northern Colorado. Earned a MA in Educational Technology from the University of Northern Colorado. Classes for 2018-2019 AP English Language, 11th Grade Google Classroom - Class code: 91yfcog Class Calendar English Comparative...

Wallis, Brittany

English Teacher , Theater Teacher

BA, MA

American / English Literature & Composition- 11th Grade and Film Study. Theatre Director for Horizon Thespian Troupe #5012. Originally from Detroit, Michigan, I started my teaching career in 1994 here at Horizon High School. I teach English Language Arts and Theatre. I am one of the Theatre directors at...

Wellman, Stacey

English Teacher

BA, MA

CP and Regular CP Engish Literature & Composition, 9th Grade. Literature. Hello! This year will be my 14th year teaching, which I think officially makes me a veteran teacher! I have been here at Horizon High School two different times, once as a student from 1997-2001, and then as a teacher since 2011. For...

Windness, Steven

English Teacher

BS

American/English Literature & Composition, 11th, 12th Grade Mr. Windness has been teaching at Horizon for five years, having started my teaching career in 2008 at Gateway High School in Aurora, and having worked extensively with the YMCA as a camp director and outdoor education director previous to teaching....

Detlefsen, Stuart

Math Teacher

Statistics, Descrete Math, Contemporary Math III. I have been teaching since 2003 and in my carear I have had the pleasure of teaching a wide varity of classes. This year is my third year teaching at Horizon, and I'm happy to be back. I have always enjoyed challenging High School students. When I'm not...

Gonzales, Blair

Math Teacher

BS, MA

Math I, Math II, AP Statistics. I began my teaching career in 2011 in DPS and became a teacher at HHS in 2012. Teaching is my second career. I earned a BS in Accounting at the University of Colorado at Boulder and was an accountant before going back to school. I completed my teaching courses and MA in...

Hewitt, Julie

Math Teacher

This year I will be teaching Math 2 and Trig/Pre-Calculus. This will be my 20th year teaching and I have been at HHS since 2004. In addtion to teaching math I am also the Advanced Academic and Gifted Services (AAGS) corrdinator for HHS. When I am not teaching I enjoy spending time with my family. I have two...

Ingram, Ricia

Math Teacher

CMIC III, Trig/Pre Calculus, AP Calculus A/B. I began my teaching career in 1994 in Arizona and became a teacher at HHS in 1999. In enjoy teaching math in Hawk Nation, and all 4 of my own kids graduated from Horizon! When I am not teaching, I enjoy camping, boating, playing poker (ask me about my trip to China...

King, Teri

Math Teacher

BS, MA

Math 1, Math 2, SOAR 9th, and SOAR 10th I went to Regis University for my undergrad and I was lucky enough to be placed at Horizon for my student teaching. I have loved being a part of the Hawk family since student teaching in 2004 and have participated in different roles since then. This year I get the...

Lay, Renee

Math Teacher

CMIC II & IV, Contemporary Math Contact Information I have teaching mathematics at Horizon High School since August 2014 and mathematics in Adams 12 since 1997. I love teaching math and am always happy to help students when they need it. When I am not teaching, I enjoy the outdoors, attending...

Pfeffer, Caitlin

Math Teacher

Math I, II, III. I have teaching mathematics at Horizon High School since August 2016 after receiving a Master’s Degree from the University of Denver. Teaching is my second career. I worked for the Army National Guard as Federal Employee doing electronics repair and calibration and served in the Guard for 8 years...

Randle, Shawna

Math Teacher

BA, MA

Math 1/2 BLOCK, Math 1 Hello Hawk Nation! While I am new to Horizon High School this year, I have been teaching high school mathematics for 25 years. In 1993, I began my teaching career in my home state of Montana before moving to Colorado in 2001. For the past 17 years, I have been a math teacher in the Adams...

Safe, Marcella

Math Teacher , Instructional Coach

BS, MEd

AP Calc B/C. CMIC III. I have been teaching since 1993. I began teaching on the Flathead Indian Reservation. I taught there for two years and then moved home to Colorado. I then taught at Northglenn High School. I spent two years there and then thought the grass would be greener in Douglas County. I stayed...

Sedalnick, Elizabeth

Math Teacher

BS, MA, EdS

Courses: Math 1 Single Block, Math 3 Single Block I am excited to teach math at Horizon High School. I'm starting my 4th year teaching in the district, but it is my 17th year teaching math. I believe that all students can learn math, and will work hard to help students find sucess. I coach swimming, which is a...

Skindzier, Paula

Math Teacher

BA, MA

CMIC 2/3 Block, AP Calculus AB, Discrete Math I began my teaching career in 1993 and became a teacher at HHS in 2004. In addition to teaching math, I enjoy attending concerts, theatrical productions, sports competitions, and any other activities in which my students are involved. Although I love teaching them...

Spreng, Austin

Math Teacher

BS

This is my first year teaching. I substituted in Utah and Colorado before this. I am teaching Math 1 and Math 2 this year. I am also the supervisor for Horizon's Robotics Club. I graduated from Horizon in 2008 so Horizon and Adams 12 are home to me. I went to Brigham Young University-Provo and graduated there in...

Staats, Matthew

Math Teacher

BS, MA

Math 1, Math 2 I began my teaching career in 2015 and this will be my first year at HHS. When I'm not teaching, I enjoy spending time with my family, photography, and outdoor activities. My online classroom is located at Schoology (please contact me for a parent code). The best way to contact me is through the...

Tucker, Sandi

Math Teacher

BA, MA

During the 2018 - 19 school year, I will be teaching Discrete Math, CMIC 4, and Algebra 2. I can be reached via phone at school 720.972.4481 or via email at sandra.j.tucker@adams12.org My name is Sandi Tucker; I have been married for 39 years to the same guy, Bob Tucker. Together, we have three sons: "The...

Verbeke, Shawna

Math Teacher

BS, MA

Courses Taught: Math1B, Math1S, Math2, Math3, Trig/Pre-Calc Bio: I began my teaching career in Michigan in 2004 and have been teaching at Horizon since 2007. I love being a part of Hawk Nation and guiding my students to reach their mathematical potential. When I'm not teaching, I enjoy a multitude of activities...

Ybarra, Frank

Math Teacher

BA, MA

Trigonometry Precalculus, CMIC III Head Football Coach Powerlifting Sponsor This will be my 15th year teaching Math, coaching Football, and sponsoring Powerlifting at Horizon. Prior to Horizon, I spent 10 years teaching Math at Northglenn High School and 2 years teaching Math and P.E./Health at the now...

Dailey, Timothy

Music Teacher

BME

Jazz Ensemble I, II, and III, Marching Band, Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band. I began my teaching career in 2014 and am now in my second year as the Head Band Director at Horizon High School! This year I am teaching three big band style jazz bands, our 150 member Marching Hawks, Symponic Band, and Wind Ensemble....

Goodmanson, Jay

Music Teacher

BME, MA

I began my teaching career in 1996 and became a teacher at HHS in 1997. In addition to teaching music in Hawk Nation, I coach girl's volleyball and I am the music director for the muscial productions. I love working with high school aged students and seeing them conquer their musical fears. When I am not teaching...

Marble, Nancy

Music Teacher

BME

Concert and Symphonic Orchestra Nancy Marble has been teaching orchestra in Adams County District 12 since 1988. Nancy Marble is a cello performer, teacher and string specialist in the Denver area. Ms. Marble is sought after for clinics, sectionals and judging. Ms. Marble currently has a private music...

Crockett-Hernandez, Melissa

Physical Education Teacher

Healthy Choices, Positive Physical Education (PE), Intro the Fitness/Women's Fitness. I began my teaching career in 2008 and became a teacher here at Horizon in 2016. I have taught PE and Health at both the middle school and high school level. In the past I have coached a variety of sports but now with two ...

Durant, Lisa

Physical Education Teacher

MSEd

Hello, I began my teaching journey at Northglenn Jr High School in 1988. I then transferred to Horizon High School in 1994. I coached women's soccer for 10 years. I am currently teaching Healthy Choices, Women's Fitness, Introduction to Fitness and CP Anatomy and Physiology. In my free time I enjoy...

Johnston, Bryan

Physical Education Teacher

MA

This is my 21st year of teaching, and my 5th year here at Horizon. As a part of the Physical Education Department I currently teach Weights I, Rec Sports and Racket Sports. I'm also the boys and girls head soccer coach. When I'm not at Horizon I enjoy golfing, fishing and laying on the beach. The best way to reach...

Joule, Barton

Physical Education Teacher

This will be my 17th year of teaching. I have been apart of Hawk nation for 6 years. As a part of the Physical Education/ Health Department I currently teach Racket Sports, Team Sports, Intro to fitness, and Healthy choices. I am also a varsity running backs coach for the football team. When I'm not teaching/...

Kindzerski-Gray, Julie

Physical Education Teacher

BA, MSEd

I began my teaching career in 1997, and became a teacher at HHS in 2003. I teach Introduction to Fitness, Women's Fitness, Racket Sports, Softball/ Volleyball/Basketball, and Weight Training I &II. In addition to teaching Physical Education at Horizon, I coach girl's volleyball and sponsor FCA (Fellowship of...

Mares, Gary

Physical Education Teacher

BA, MA

I have been a resident of Firestone for the past 13 years along with my wife, Sheli, daughters Kyla, Sage, and Gabrielle. I am a PE teacher and coach (Softball, Unified Basketball) at Horizon High School, and have worked in the Adams 12 Five Star School District since 1993. Since 1991, I have held high school...

Peppel, Aspen

Physical Education Teacher

BA

Healthy Choices, Intro to Fitness, Women's Fitness, Team Sports Welcome to Horizon High School and the 2018-2019 school year! This is my first year teaching at Horizon, and my third year teaching. I am originally from Grand Junction, CO, but have called the Eastern Slope home for the past 10 years. I attended the...

Adams, Carianne

Science Teacher

CP Chemistry and Chemistry I use Google Classroom. Students may join their specific section using a code that I provide them. I started my teaching career at Horizon in 1997. Within the last 21 years I've taught more than 10 different courses. I've only ever taught at Horizon, which I think is a reflection of the...

Clancy, Jennyfer

Science Teacher

BA, MS

I am currently teaching Chemistry and Forensic Science at HHS. I have been teaching at Horizon since 2013. My calendars are listed below and are updated frequently. Assignments and other important information can be found on my schoology pages that each student has access to. Forensic Science Calendar...

Davis, Kirk

Science Teacher

Chemistry, C.P. Chemistry, A.P. Chemistry. I am a Colorado Native. I graduated from CU Boulder, and have been teaching in the district for 27 years (23 at Horizon). I have 2 kids in the district (one of them is at Horizon). I teach all levels of Chemistry and am known to make a lot of noise in the classroom. ...

Funk, Laura

Science Teacher

AS, BA, MA

Biology and CP Biology I began teaching in 2009 and became a teacher at HHS in 2011. I am a native to Colorado and the area and always knew I wanted to come back and teach around where I grew up. I started working in education and coaching immediately out of high school, working as a cheerleading coach, a...

Guerriero, Jennifer

Science Teacher

BA, MA

Biology, Earth Science, Environmental Science Hello all, I have been teaching since 1997 where I started my career in New York City Public Schools. I moved back to Colorado in 2009 and have been teaching at Horizon since 2011. In addition to teaching Science, I have also been a Special Education teacher. I...

Gussman, Deanna

Science Teacher , Instructional Leader

BA, MA

I am beginning my 13th year teaching science at Horizon High School. I have taught science in the Adams 12 Five Star School District for a total of 17 years. I earned my BA in Biology with an emphasis in Secondary Education from Metropolitan State University. I also earned an MA in Educational Technology from the...

Johnson, Debra (Deb)

Science Teacher

MEd

Horizon Biology Science Good Day, This is my 21st year yeaching at Horizon and 26th year teaching. I am a 5th generation native Colordan, and I love this state and eveything it has to offer. For the 2018-2019 school year, I am teaching Biology and Astronomy. I use google classroom and you can access this...

Maestas, Paul

Science Teacher

BA, MA

Physics 1,CP Physics, CP Anatomy/Physiology I have been teaching since 1995 and have spent my entire career at Horizon. When I am not teaching, my family enjoys the outdoors including camping, hunting and fishing. We are also avid hockey fans. My wife is a second grade teacher at Mountian View Elementary and...

Stevens, Jason

Science Teacher

BS

AP & CP Biology, Forensics I have been in education since 2003 and became a Horizon Hawk in 2004. Besides teaching science, I also manage the school's greenhouse and supervise the weight room after school. Prior to teaching I worked as a professional cook, fly fishing guide, photographer, and carpenter. I...

Taylor, Edwin

Science Teacher

BS

College Prep and AP Physics. I have been teaching physics at Horizon since 1998. Assuming I stick to my plans, this will be my last year at Horizon. I hope to make it my best. I am also the sponsor for Ping Pong club and the Progressive Politics Club. When I'm not teaching I enjoy traveling, sailing, soccer...

Warrick, Nathan

Science Teacher

BA

Biology I am teaching five biology classes in my first year at HHS. In addition to teaching, I am an assistant football coach. Outside of teaching or coaching, I enjoy hiking, camping, and reading history or science texts. My online classroom is located on schoology. The best way to contact me is through is...

Woods, Melba

Science Teacher

BA, MA

Biology, Forensic Science I have been teaching high school biology for 27 years and began working at Horizon High School in 1995. The link to my classroom calendar is https://sites.google.com/a/adams12.org/mrs-woods-classes/ and the link to our online learning platform, Schoology, is https://www.schoology.com...

Ziettlow, Tracy

Science Teacher

BS, MA

I began teaching in 1996 and came to Horizon in 2006. I currently have a freshman and senior here at Horizon, so my time is consumed with Hawk activites! I am constantly amazed at the level of talent in this building. Currently I will be teaching classes in Physics, Chemistry and 11th & 12th Grade SOAR...

Alter, Allison

Social Studies Teacher

MA

I began my teaching career in 2012, and became a 9th Grade Economics/US Government, and Sociology teacher at Horizon High School in 2017. I enjoy working with high school students and watching them develop the analytical thinking skills that are necessary in our changing world. When I'm not teaching, I enjoy hiking...

Baca, Maria

Social Studies Teacher

BA, MA

After graduating from the University of Denver in 1987 with a bachelor's degree in history and a minor in Spanish, I subbed for a year in the district. I was hired in 1988 to teach Spanish at the district's new Horizon High School and have been here ever since. I taught Spanish for several years, and then switched...

Boyd, Lance

Social Studies Teacher

Courses Taught: AP US History, 11th Grade. World Issues, 12th Grade. US History I/II, 11th Grade. About Me: I graduated from Indiana University-Bloomington with a BA in political science; the University of Colorado Boulder with my teaching license; and the University of Denver with a MA in Global Studies. I have...

Boyes, Malorie

Social Studies Teacher

BA, MA

Courses Taught: World History and Geography, 10th Grade. US History I/II, 11th Grade. Student Government. About Me: I began my teaching career at Horizon High School in 2011 after graduating from the University of Northern Colorado with a degree in Social Science with an emphasis in Secondary Education. In 2017,...

Cialone, Dave

Social Studies Teacher

BA, MA

Current courses: 10th grade World History; 10th grade AP World History About me: I have been teaching... a long time. I completed my BA from CU Boulder in 1990, double-majoring in History and Political Science, additionally receiving a teaching license. I received a MA in US History from CU Denver in 1999. My...

Fiorenza, Matthew

Social Studies Teacher

U.S. History, 11th Grade. World Issues, 12th Grade. I began my teaching career here at Horizon in 2004. My degress include a a BA from The State University of New York College at Geneseo and an MEd fron Regis University. As a social studies teacher, I enjoy seeing students learn about the world around them and...

Hargraves, Ryan

Social Studies Teacher

BA, MEd

AP Psychology, U.S. History, & World History I began my teaching career in 2004 at Horizon. My degreees include a BA from the University of Colorado - Boulder, and an MEd from Regis University. In addition to teaching social studies, I coach track and field at Horizon. As a social studies teacher, I enjoy...

Hoffmann, Alexis

Social Studies Teacher

BA

Classes: 1st Hour: World Issues 3/4 Hour Core: CP 9th Grade Economics/Government 7/8 Hour Core:AP World History Clubs: Anime Club Sponsor Knowledge Bowl Coach LINK Crew Sponsor I have been teaching Social Studies at Horizon High School since 2010. I enjoy reading, going to concerts and spending time with my...

Kathan, Nancy

Social Studies Teacher

BA

Sociology, Economics / US Government 9th Grade, Psychology I I began my teaching career in 1992 in Arizona and became a teacher at HHS in 2004. In addition to teaching Social Studies in Hawk Nation, I sponosr LINK Crew which runs 9th Grade Orientation and does actvivites with Freshmen throughout the school year...

Madole, Jim

Social Studies Teacher

10th Grade World History & Geography, Sociology I began teaching in 2000 at Niver Creek Middle School, and have been at Horizon since the Fall of 2012. When I am not teaching, you might find me on the baseball field. I am a big fan of the Rockies and Broncos. I also enjoy watching college football,...

Nelson, Lou

Social Studies Teacher

BA, MSEd

Social Studies teacher. I began my teaching career at Horizon High School in 1999/2000 school year. In addition to teaching social studies, I am a reading teacher/reading specialist. As a believer that all students need to participate in some extra-curricular activity that provides them with a core group of other...

Ross, Kiela

Social Studies Teacher

BA, MA

Psychology, 9th Grade CP Economics/US Government I began my teaching career in 2016 and became a teacher at HHS the same year. I love helping my students open their minds to the world they live in and think critically about historic and current events. When I'm not teaching, I enjoy exploring the beautiful...

Sanchez, Greg

Social Studies Teacher

BA, MA

I have been teaching since 1996. I have spent my whole teaching career here at Horizon High School. This year I teach Psychology, World History & Geography 10th Grade, Economics / US Government 9th Grade. Outside of school I have an intese interest in Amature Mycology and am an active member of the Colorado...

Walters, Tina

Social Studies Teacher

CP and Regular Economics / US Government, 9th Grade and AP Psychology. I began my teaching career in 1996 and became a teacher at Horizon High School in 2001. In addition to teaching social studies at Horizon High School, I also facilitate the PBS commitee, and sponsor Senior Leadership. Students have access to...

Morris, Stephanie

Theater Teacher

BA, MA

Theatre/Dance, Film Study, Theatre I/II/III, Tech Theatre, English Literature & Compostion. My name is Stephanie Morris and I love teaching in the Fine Arts Department at Horizon! This is my fifth year at Horizon and my tenth year of teaching. In addition to teaching a variety of classes, I am also one of the...

Colpitts, Josh

World Language Teacher

Spanish 1 and 3 I began teaching Spanish at Horizon in 2004. I love to travel, and I enjoy inspiring students to see the world and use their Spanish outside of the classroom. My online classroom is located at https://www.schoology.com. The best way to contact me is through the website contact form or call me...

Herrman, Jason

World Language Teacher

BA, MA

German I, II, III, and AP German Herr Herrman's Website I began my teaching career in 2002 and have been teaching German at HHS since 2009. I am also the German National Honor Society Sponsor and the GAPP coordinator for our exchange with the Ruperti-Gymnasium in Mühldorf Germany. When I am not teaching I...

Muenzenmayer, Stacy

World Language Teacher

BA, MA

Spanish II, Spanish for Native Speakers I/II I was a double major at Western State College (now Western State Colorado University). I began my teaching carreer in Las Animas, CO where I taught band, choir, music theory and Spanish. When I moved to Adams 12-Five Star Schools, I worked at Westlake Middle School...

Terada, Lyanne

World Language Teacher

MA, NBCT

¡Hola! Soy la Señora Lyanne Terada. Soy una maestra de español 1 y 2 en Horizon. Soy del estado de Hawai pero no soy hawaiana. Hace muchos años que estudio y aprendo español. Me gusta mucho viajar a los países hispanohablantes (además de los otros lugares). He viajado a México, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua,...

Turano, Brad

World Language Teacher

BA, MA

Maestro de español - Spanish I, Spanish III, AP Spanish Language & Culture. (2018-2019) Co-facilitate Horizon Adelante Leadership class with Ms. Amy Rehberg I started teaching Spanish in 2003 at the middle school level. Joined the staff at Horizon in 2005-2006 and have very much enjoyed being here ever since...

Van Roekel, Laura

World Language Teacher

MA

Spanish I, Spanish IV I began teaching in 2005 and became a teacher at Horizon in 2011. In addition to teaching Spanish, I also sponsor the Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica, the National Spanish Honor Society. When I'm not teaching I enjoy traveling, reading, and spending time with my family. My website is located...

Zancanella, Ginger

World Language Teacher

MA

Français 1, 2, 3 et 4 La Société Honoraire de Français I began my teaching career in 2003 at Horizon High School. In addition to teaching French 1, 2, 3 and 4, I sponsor La Société Honoraire de Français. I love being able to teach the language and culture about which I'm so passionate! When I'm not...

Hamilton, Kasey

Family and Consumer Science Teacher

BA

Early Childhood Education I, Early Childhood Education II, Independent Living, and Culinary/Nutrition I am begining my first year teaching at Horizon this year! I have been a teacher in Colorado for the past five years and will be new to the FACS community as an instructor. While attending high school and...

Clark, Sandra

SLD Teacher

BA, MA

English 12, Voyager English I & Voyager English II. I began my teaching career in 1982 in Nebraska. I have been teaching Special Education at Horizon High School since 2000. I love being a Hawk. I will be using Google Classroom in my variuos classes. I enjoy helping kids learn and preparing them for the...

Cross, Cezanne

SLD Teacher

MEd

Foundations Math 1, Literacy Extensions II, and Co-teach 10th Grade Lit & Comp I began my teaching career in 2009, first as a Significant Support Needs Teacher, then as a Learning Specialist. I joined HHS this year and am very excited to be working with high school students and some of the students I taught...

Harris, Carolyn

SLD Teacher

BA, MA

I am a native of the great state of Colorado! My interests include hiking, Stand-up Paddle Boarding, watching Netflix, and spending time with my daughters. I began my teaching career in 2004 in special education working as a learning specialist in middle school, significant needs teacher at the elementary level,...

Ramirez, Nicole

SLD Teacher

BA

I am a Learning Specialist with Student Support Services at Horizon, and am proud to be part of Hawk Nation! Horizon High School is a second home to me, and such a huge part of the community. I love that I can be part of making a differnce in students lives each day. I support students in the 9th grade integrated...

Johnson, Jeremiah

SSN Teacher

BS, MAT

Math I, Social Studies, Careers This will be my third year at Horizon and my sixth year teaching overall. Prior to coming to Horizon I was a Middle School Special Educcation Teacher, and I also taught at a day treatment program for students who have Autism. I enjoy working with high school aged students and...

Harp, Tim

SIED Teacher

MA

Classes taught: Interpersonal Development (Social/Emotional Learning), School to Work (Executive Functioning) I began my career as a College Football Coach and then moved into K-12 public education. I began my teaching career in Health/Physical Education then moved into school administration in 1999 at Columbine...

Poinier, Sara

Librarian

BA, MA

Digital Literacy Teacher Librarian. Battle of the Books Club Sponsor. Tech Cadre Facilitator. Curriculum Committee Facilitator. I am delighted to begin my 24th year of learning with our Horizon Hawks and 26th year of teaching. Visit the Library web site for more information or call x4590.

Rehberg, Amy

ELD Teacher

Entering, Emerging, Developing, Expanding English Language Development and Adelante Leadership I began my teaching career here at Horizon in 1993. I taught Language Arts for the first five years, then I was a co-teacher/coordinator of the Action Learning Program for Students (ALPS) for eight years and for the...

Support Staff

Sirovatka, Jeff

Athletic Trainer

Head Athletics Trainer at Horizon High School Jeff attended Metro State College of Denver for his bachelor's degree in Athletic Training and pursued his postgraduate work at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. He has worked as an athletic trainer at all levels. Jeff is committed to guiding athletes...

Keller, Raeann

SPED Paras

Vigil, Deborah

SPED Paras

Robbins, Kristie

Social Worker

MSW

Student Social Worker This is my first year as a Horizon High School Hawk and I am very excited to be here! I began working with youth 10 years ago and quickly realized this was my passion. The excitement and energy youth have for life is contagious. Their enthusiasm makes me push myself to learn new things and...

Knuesel, Clare

Speech/Language Pathologist

Johannsen, Cheryl

Media Technician

Media Technician of the Horizon Library Media Center I have been in the Library at Horizon since 2011. I spend all day with many of the students in our school providing a safe and friendly environment for study, reading and computer work. If you have questions about overdue books or fines please feel free to...

Carlow, Katherine

Paraeducator

Cross, Sandra

Paraeducator

Fodness, Eric

Psychologist

I am beginning my seventh year at Horizon High School. It will be my fifteenth year in Adams 12. My primary responsibility is to provide emotional support to students so they are better able to achieve academic success. The best way to contact me is through the website contact form or call me at extension #4593.

Batmanglidj, Alex

Technology Support

Computer Building Technician of Horizon High School. Staff and students, Please contact me if you have any computer related issues, questions or concerns within the school. You may visit me in my office in the Library Media Center. Otherwise you can reach me by phone or Email. Thank you! Staff Tech...

Ladner, Rebecca

Student Support Services

BS, MEd, EdD

Dr. Rebecca Riggleman Ladner, B.S., ME.d, Ed.D Graduated with a BS from Shepherd University. Earned a Masters in Education in Behavior and Learning Disabilities from Armstrong Atlantic State University. Earned a Doctorate in Instructional Leadership at Argosy University. Endorsements: Special Education...

Strassburg, Amanda

Student Support Services

Co-Taught CMIC 1, Foundations 2 Math I began my teaching career in 2007 in Topeka, Kansas and became a learning specialist here at Horizon High School in 2016. I have a passion for working with students with special needs and enjoy being an advocate for them within the general education classrooms. When I am...

Underly, Molly

Student Support Services

In 2005, I began my teaching career in Indiana where I taught half-day kindergarten. At the end of that year, my husband and I moved to Colorado where I taught 2nd grade in inner-city Denver. Shortly thereafter, I made the transition to special education, having worked in both private and public school settings. The...

Crawford, Aleta

Campus Supervisor

Campus Supervisor of Horizon High School

Pinkard, Charles

Campus Supervisor

Campus Supervisor of Horizon High School

Stensland, Helen

Campus Supervisor

Campus Supervisor of Horizon High School

Moquin, Deborah

Counselor

BA, MA

Counselor for students D-Hi, 504 Coordinator for grades 10 and 12. I started my career at Horizon in 2002 and I never left! I really enjoy working with my students and watching them grow from kids to young adults who are ready to conquer the world. When I'm not at school, I love to hang out with my husband and...

Muedeking, Michael

Counselor

BA, BS, MA

I started my career at Horizon as a teacher in 2002, and in 2004 I moved into my role in the Counseling Office, where I have been ever since. I am the counselor for students with last names Mj - Se, and those students with an ELL classification. I enjoy supporting students with academics, career development, and...

Neumann, Stacey

Counselor

BS, MA

Counselor for all SOAR students (grades 9-12) I started working as a School Counselor in 2006 after having two other careers in non-profit work and construction. I have been a Counselor in the both middle school and high school and enjoy working with students of all age groups. I’ve been at Horizon since 2014 and...

Rolison, Patty

Counselor

MEd, EdS, BS

I am excited to have joined Horizon High School this year! I have over 20+ years of experience being a high school counselor and enjoy working with students in the academic, career/college and social emotional realms. My undergraduate degree is from Auburn University and my graduate degrees are from Georgia State...

Schwab, Anjela

Counselor

BS, MA

I am the counselor for students with last names Sf-Z. I am here to support students with academics, career development, and social emotional needs. The best way to contact me is through the website contact form.

Shields, Angela

Counselor

MS, BS

I am the Counselor for students with last names beginning with Hj-Mi and students with 504's in 9th and 11th grades. I began my School Counseling career in 2012 at Rocky Top Middle School. In 2017, I joined the amazing community here at Horizon High School making this my second year as a Hawk. I am passionate about...

Fore, Melissa

Health Aide

Nutrition

Bernard, Tia

Nutrition Staff

Custodial

Houston, Sean

Head Custodian

I have served as a custodian at Horizon High School since November of 2008. I became the Head Custodian in April of 2015. I Graduated from Horizon High School in 2005.

Huston, Rick

Custodian

Lead Night Custodian

Irvin, Terhein

Custodian

Lunders, Cole

Custodian

Padilla, Denise

Custodian

Richmeier, Darrick

Custodian

Filter Staff