Art Teacher

Griffin, Liz

Art Teacher

BA

Drawing I, II & III. Painting I & II. Photography I. AP Studio Art. Positive Art. I began my teaching career at Horizon two and a half years ago. I co-sponsor National Art Honors Society and co-direct district art shows on the Art Show Task Force. If I'm not biking, skiing, or hiking, I'm making art; and... View Profile

Art Teacher , Coordinator

Melly, Suzi

Art Teacher , Coordinator

Melly Back to School AP Art, Ceramics, Drawing, Jewelry, Photo, Sculpture.  As an artist and teacher, I am passionate about providing students opportunities and support to express themselves through the visual arts. In addition to teaching, I sponsor Horizon's National Art... View Profile

Business Teacher

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, and am one of the Hawk Haven coordinators. In addition to my teaching duties I am also a DECA and FBLA advisor. I am passionate about creating thoughtful, well rounded students and... View Profile

Valentine, Jill

Business Teacher

BS, MBA

meet Mrs. Valentine Advanced Marketing, 10th Grade SOAR II, Management/Entrepreneurship I started teaching in 2002, this school year will be my 19th year of teaching.  All but 4 of those years have been at Horizon.  In addition, I am a DECA advisor and oversee our school coffee... View Profile

Wilke, Scott

Business Teacher

BASc, BEd, MBA

Courses:  Accounting, Computer Applications, Finance, Introduction 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... View Profile

ELD Teacher

Daly, Jennifer

ELD Teacher

BA

2020/2021 Courses:  Capstone Seminar, WorkKeys, English Language Development I have been in education since 2009 and joined #HawkNation just this year.  I love teaching high school students and am continually inspired by our next generation of leaders.  Over the course of my career, I have taught English, Social... View Profile

Rehberg, Amy

ELD Teacher

MA

Teacher Introduction 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 for Horizon's Action Learning Program for Students (ALPS) which helped at-risk juniors and seniors stay on track to... View Profile

English Teacher

Anderson, Ronald

English Teacher

BA, MA

9th and 10th Core English, 12th Comparative Media This is my 2nd year teaching at Horizon. Over the past 6 years I've taught English in classrooms from London to Beijing to Arvada and am now happily a Hawk!  I love to write and research and believe that students grow through reading, writing, and improving their... View Profile

Artzer, Alex

English Teacher

BA

10th and 12th Grade English: Literature and Composition. Preferred pronouns are she/her/hers. I began teaching in 2015 and this is my 4th year at Horizon. I am currently working on my Masters of Education in English Education, focusing on diversity and equity/ In addition to teaching English in Hawk Nation, I... View Profile

Buchanan, Brendan

English Teacher

MS

Accelerated Reading I, II, III, and IV I began my teaching career in 2016 and became a teacher at HHS in 2019.  In addition to teaching Reading at Horizon, I am the assistant boys & girls soccer coach.  I look forward to working with High School students and helping them improve their reading skills, as well... View Profile

de Paz, Tatianna

English Teacher

BA

I am excited to spend another year as a Hawk! I started teaching in the Spring of 2019 as an English teacher here at HHS. I graduated from CU Boulder with a degree in English (sko buffs!) and I am currently working on a Master's in Learning and Human Development. In addition to to teaching English 9 again this year... View Profile

Graf, Sarah

English Teacher

BA, MA

American/English Literature and Composition, 11th & 12th Grade Mrs. Graf's Back to School Video I began my teaching career in 1998 and spent one year teaching at Excelsior Youth Center and one year at McClain Community High School in Jefferson County.  Each of these... View Profile

Haefner, Amy

English Teacher

BA

Classes Taught: English Literature and Compostition, 9th & 12th Grade Please view my introductory video here.  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... View Profile

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 ... View Profile

Kiefer, Darla

English Teacher

BA, MA

I began my teaching career here at Horizon, starting out as a student teacher and eventually teaching business, English, social studies, and reading by the time that I left Horizon for a brief time to teach at Rocky Top Middle School. I'm Back!!! I am so excited to be back here at Horizon teaching 9th and 12th Grade... View Profile

Kubsch, Kimberly

English Teacher

BA, MEd

Courses Taught: World Literature - 10th Grade; American Literature & Composition - 11th Grade; 12th Grade English Literature and Composition About Me: I began my teaching career right here at Horizon High School in 2009 after earning my bachelors degree in English and Communication Studies and Masters of... View Profile

Lash, Steve

English Teacher

MA, BA

Mr. Lash Intro World Literature/Composition (English 10), American Literature/Composition (English 11), SOAR III, SOAR IV I am excited for my 25th year teaching at Horizon High School.  Over the years, I have taught Student Government, Russian, Service Learning, and all... View Profile

McCall, Aspen

English Teacher

BA

Hi, I am Ms. McCall. Courses: 9th Core, 11th Core, and Comparative Media Studies.  This is my second year at Horizon High School. I am extremely excited to get to know you all and how I can help you learn and grow, especially through this ever-changing time in the world. I have always had a passion for... View Profile

Rogers, Austin

English Teacher

BA

Classes: English 12 - Periods 5, 7, 8 (8th Period is a remote class).        English 10 with Social Studies Teacher Maria Baca - Periods 3/4 Please watch my (incredibly awkward) intro video: Mr. Rogers Welcome Video Hello! I am excited to be returning to Horizon... View Profile

Root, Alison

English Teacher

BA, MA

I teach 11th grade American Lit & CP 9th grade English. I also advise our yearbook staff (if you have yearbook questions, please start at @ Yearbook Club). Sixteen years ago, I switched careers and became a teacher here at Horizon...and I've never looked back! Even though these have been tough times, I'm... View Profile

Schafer, Dawn

English Teacher

BA, MA

Advanced Placement English Language and Composition English 12: Comparative Media Studies, SOAR I Honors SOAR Honors Program Coordinator The 2020-2021 school year is my twenty-first year of teaching.  All of my twenty-one years of teaching have been at Horizon High School.  I graduated with a BA in... View Profile

Wellman, Stacey

English Teacher

BA, MA

9th Grade English & 10th Grade CP English & 12th Grade English 9th Grade Syllabus - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1slvF6rlHq5B9b8ZzRoQNxiFm6FMmwJwjB8-ElIw7HkM/edit?usp=sharing 10th Grade Syllabus - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WUWfeRHNB84NPUi0Dc91nKD2xoXdtx8VHcO6Wn-deLw/edit?usp=sharing... View Profile

Windness, Steven

English Teacher

BS

Windness Bio American/English Literature & Composition (11th), 12th Grade English This is my 8th year of teaching at Horizon, and my 13th year of teaching overall. I came to teaching after years of youth work in camping and outdoor education programs, with a particular... View Profile

English Teacher , Theater Teacher

Wallis, Brittany

English Teacher , Theater Teacher

BA, MA

Wallis 11th Grade English Syllabus 20-21.pdf2020_2021 Syllabus.HHS_.Film Study.docx.pdf Wallis Video American / English Literature & Composition- 11th Grade and Film Study.  Theatre Director for Horizon Thespian Troupe #5012. Originally from Detroit, Michigan, I started... View Profile

Family and Consumer Science Teacher

McCloud, Emily

Family and Consumer Science Teacher

BA, MS

Early Childhood Education I, Independent Living, Culinary Nutrition I began my high school teaching career in 2018 and joined the Horizon High School faculty in the fall of 2019.  Prior to teaching high school I worked in a hospital as a registered dietitian and taught for five years at Front Range Community... View Profile

Librarian

Poinier, Sara

Librarian

BA, MA

Digital Literacy Teacher Librarian. Battle of the Books Club Sponsor. Tech Cadre Facilitator. Curriculum Committee Facilitator. I have been a proud Hawk since 1995 and love learning, reading, collaborating and problem solving with our students and staff. There's nothing better than matching a student with a book... View Profile

Math Teacher

Brackett (Platt) , Laura

Math Teacher

BA, MA

Mrs. Brackett Intro Math 2/3B, Math 3S Bio: This will be my 8th year of teaching math and my first year teaching at Horizon High School. I have previously worked as an 8th grade teacher and curriculum developer for other districts in Colorado. I have my masters in curriculum... View Profile

Detlefsen, Stuart

Math Teacher

Detlefsen Introduction 2020 AP Statistics, Discrete Mathematics I began my teaching career in 2003 and became a teacher at Horizon High school in 2015.  I have been teaching AP statistics since 2011 and have also been a reader for AP statistics.  I believe teaching requires... View Profile

Hewitt, Julie

Math Teacher

Math 2, Math 3 and Trig/Pre-Calculus This will be my 21st year teaching and I have been at HHS since 2005. 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 daughters, one in high... View Profile

Ingram, Ricia

Math Teacher

Ingram Back to School 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... View Profile

King, Teri

Math Teacher

BS, MA

Back to School Night 2020 Mrs. King's Back to School Night 2020 AP Calculus AB, 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... View Profile

Lay, Renee

Math Teacher

Math 2 and Math 4 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 sporting... View Profile

Mason, Blair

Math Teacher

BS, MA

Mrs. Mason - Back to School 2020-21 Integrated Math I & 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... View Profile

Randle, Shawna

Math Teacher

BA, MA

2020_Back-to-School video Syllabi: Math 1 SINGLE, Math 1B BLOCK  Hello Hawk Nation!  While this is only my third year at Horizon High School, I have been teaching high school mathematics for 27 years.  In 1993, I began my teaching career in my home state of Montana before moving... View Profile

Safe, Marcella

Math Teacher

BS, MEd

Mrs. Safe's Introduction Hello!!! Welcome to Mrs. Safe's webpage.  This year I am teaching Integrated Math 3 and Trigonometry/Precalculus.  I have been teaching since 1993.  I began teaching on the Flathead Indian Reservation.  I taught there for two years and then... View Profile

Sedalnick, Elizabeth

Math Teacher

BS, MA, EdS

Back to School Night 2020 Hi All! I am excited to teach math at Horizon High School. I've been teaching math since 2002, and teaching math in District 12 since 2014. I believe that all students can learn math, and will work hard to help students find success. I coach girls... View Profile

Skindzier, Paula

Math Teacher

BA, MA

Math 1/2 Block, AP Calculus BC, Math 2 Single I began my teaching career in 1993 and became a teacher at HHS in 2004.  In addition to teaching math, I enjoy attending school events and activities in which my students are involved.  Although I love teaching them math, I'm always happy to see my students as people... View Profile

Smyth, Jim

Math Teacher

MS, CA

Math 1 Single         Math 1/Math 2 Block           Discrete Varsity Assistant Football Coach and an Assistant Track and Field Coach. I began teaching at Horizon in 2007 and taught here for 7 years. During that time I completed my Master’s Degree, MS in Secondary Math Education from UCD, and a Certificate in... View Profile

Spreng, Austin

Math Teacher

BS

he, him, his, Mr. This is my third year teaching here at Horizon. I substituted in Utah and Colorado before teaching at Horizon. I am teaching Math 1, Math 2, and Intro to Computer Science this year. I am also the supervisor for Horizon's Robotics Club (details about activities and clubs are coming). We won... View Profile

Tucker, Sandi

Math Teacher

BA, MA

Back to School Video:  Back to School Video 2020.21 GENERAL INFORMATION: During the 2020 - 2021 school year, I will be teaching Discrete Math, CMIC 4, and Algebra 2.  The table below shows my schedule for the year. Class/Period Time Location... View Profile

Vaughan, Forrest

Math Teacher

BS, MA

Courses Taught: Math 1/2 Block, AP Calculus BC Hello! This school year marks my 9th year of teaching and I am incredibly proud to be HAWK! As a Horizon alumni and a member of the community, I believe there is no better place to be! In my career I have been fortunate enough to get the opportunity to teach just ... View Profile

Verbeke, Shawna

Math Teacher

BS, MA

Courses Taught: Math3 Single, Math3 Block, Trig/Pre-Calc Block Back to School Night Video Verbeke Back to School Night Video 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... View Profile

Ybarra, Frank

Math Teacher

BA, MA

Mr Ybarra Trigonometry/Precalculus, Math 3 Daily Class Schedule: Academic Support:  Wednesday (7:45 - 8:20 am) Period 1:  Planning or Extra Help (7:45 - 8:38 am) (Wednesday 8:25 - 8:55 am) Period 2:  Trigonometry/Precalculus (8:43 - 9:36 am) (Wednesday 9:00 - 9:30... View Profile

Music Teacher

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 fourth year as the Head Band Director at Horizon High School! This year I am teaching three big band style jazz bands, our 145 member Marching Hawks, Symphonic Band, and Wind Ensemble.... View Profile

Goodmanson, Jay

Music Teacher

BME, MA

Back to school night This year we will be using Schoology  Office Hours: Are by appointment however my plan time is have 2, 6 and 8 hours. ZOOM meetings: All Zoom invites can be found in the red course information folders in Schoology Please email me or call the music... View Profile

Tafoya, Trey J.

Music Teacher

Orchestra Webpage   Band Website   About Me:  A native of Colorado, I attended the University of Northern Colorado earning degrees in Music and Music Education. Fall 2020 is my first year at Horizon, and I am excited to be part of Hawk Nation! I serve as the Director of Orchestras and Assistant Director... View Profile

Physical Education Teacher

Crockett, Jarrett

Physical Education Teacher

Weights I&II, Healthy Choices, Team Sports II I am very excited to begin my second year teaching here at Horizon High School. In addition to teaching Physcial Education and Health, I am also an assistant coach for softball. I am extremely passionate about fitness and the weightroom and excited to guide my... View Profile

Crockett-Hernandez, Melissa

Physical Education Teacher

BS, MA

Healthy Choices, Positive PE, Lifetime Fitness. Welcome to Horizon PE and Health!  I recieved my undergrade in Sports & Exercise Science (K-12 PE) and my masters in Special Education from the University of Northern Colorado- GO BEARS! I was lucky to meet my husband in college who also works in education as an... View Profile

Johnston, Bryan

Physical Education Teacher

MA

This is my 7th year here at Horizon, and 22nd year in the district. As a part of the Physical Education Department I currently teach Health and Rec 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 me is through... View Profile

Joule, Barton

Physical Education Teacher

BACK TO SCHOOL VIDEO:   Back to School video-2020 Courses taught: Weights I, Team Sports I/II, and Healthy Choices. ABOUT ME: This will be my nineteenth year of teaching and starting my eighth year here in Hawk Nation.  In addition with teaching, I am also a varsity running... View Profile

Kindzerski-Gray, Julie

Physical Education Teacher

BA, MSEd

Racket Sports,   Health,   Team Sports 1,   Lifetime Fitness Kindzerski-Back To School 20-21 I began my high school teaching career in 1997 and became a teacher at Horizon High School in 2003.  In addition to teaching Physical Education at Horizon, I am a sponsor for FCA (... View Profile

Mares, Gary

Physical Education Teacher

BA, MA

CP Anatomy & Physiology, Weights I, Team Sports, & Recreational Sports I am a product of this district, having attended Cherry Drive Elementary, Northglenn Jr. High, and Thornton High School. I have been a resident of Firestone for the past 15 years along with my wife, Sheli (who also is an educator at... View Profile

Peppel, Aspen

Physical Education Teacher

BA, MA

Ms Peppel's Welcome Video Healthy Choices, Team Sports, Racket Sports Welcome to Horizon High School and the 2020-2021 school year! This is my third year teaching at Horizon, and my fifth year teaching. I am originally from Grand Junction, CO, but have called the Eastern... View Profile

Science Teacher

Adams, Carianne

Science Teacher

BS, MA

I am teaching CP Chemistry, Chemistry, and Forensics during the 2020-2021 year. I started my teaching career at Horizon in 1997. Within the last 23 years I've taught more than 10 different courses. I've only ever taught at Horizon, which I think is a reflection of the family atomsphere of our school. In addition... View Profile

Bandos, Andrew

Science Teacher

BS, MA

Earth Science, Environmental Science & Biology I have taught High School Science for 10 years, but this will be my first year as a Hawk.    I have always had a passion for the sciences and nature.  Outside of school, I enjoy traveling and learning about new places.  I love being in the outdoors and enjoy rock... View Profile

Clancy, Jennyfer

Science Teacher

BS, MPharm

I am currently teaching Chemistry and Forensic Science at HHS. I have been teaching at Horizon since 2013.  I grew up in Colorado and am a graduate of Adams 12. I went to Colorado State for my undergrad in Biology and University of Florida for my master's in Pharmaceutical Science and Forensic Science. I am also... View Profile

Davis, Kirk

Science Teacher

BA

Chemistry,  C.P. Chemistry,  A.P. Chemistry I am a Colorado native and graduated college from CU Boulder in 1989, and have been teaching now for 30 years.  I started teaching at Horizon High School in 1994.  I love to create my own unique chemical demonstrations and lab investigations, and throughout my years... View Profile

Funk, Laura

Science Teacher

AS, BS, MS

Biology and CP Biology Classes are located on Schoology Welcome Back to School I began teaching in 2009 and became a teacher at HHS in 2011.  I am native to Colorado and the local area and always knew I wanted to come back and teach around where I grew up.  I started... View Profile

Guerriero, Jennifer

Science Teacher

BA, MA

Back to School Night AP Environmental Science Periods 1 (7:45-8:38) & 3 (9:41-10:34) Earth Science Periods 5 (11:39 12:34), 7 (1:39 -2:32), & 8 (2:37 -3:30) Remote Learning Update:  Please remember to attend each of your classes on time Monday, Tuesday, Thursday... View Profile

Hoots, Lauren

Science Teacher

BS

Biology, Physics 1, CP Physics I began my teaching career in 2018 at a middle school in Adams 12, and last year was my first year at Horizon. I'm passionate about working with high school students and helping them see how cool science can be by making class engaging with lots of labs and hands on activities. When... View Profile

Johnson, Debra (Deb)

Science Teacher

BA, MEd

Horizon Biology Science Good Day, This is my 23rd year yeaching at Horizon and 27th year teaching. I am a 5th generation native Colordan, and I love this state and eveything it has to offer. Outside of work I like to be outdoors, hiking, camping and gardening. For the 2020-2021 school year, I am teaching... View Profile

Maestas, Paul

Science Teacher

BA, MA

CP Physics, CP Anatomy/Physiology I have been teaching since 1995 and have spent my entire career here at Horizon.  In addition to teaching science, I am also an assistant coach for our softball team.  When I am away from school, my family enjoys the outdoors including camping, hunting and fishing. We are also ... View Profile

Starbuck, Noah

Science Teacher

BA

Biology and Forensic Science I began my teaching career in 2018 and became a teacher at Horizon the same year. In addition to teaching, I sponsor the CoEd Water Polo team, the ping pong club, and the Science National Honors Society. I graduated from CU Boulder majoring in Integrative Physiology and am currently... View Profile

Stevens, Jason

Science Teacher

BS, MAT

Mr. Stevens' Back to School Video Courses Taught in 2020: Biology, CP Biology, AP Biology 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.... View Profile

Szumski, Lynda

Science Teacher

BS, MA

General Chemistry and CP Chemistry August 23, 2020  I began teaching in 2012 and became a teacher at HHS in 2019. Not just Science here, teaching at the junction of applied math, art, engineering and language arts, I enjoy pushing students to think with new tools at the edge... View Profile

Warrick, Nathan

Science Teacher

BA

AP Physics and Biology This coming year I am teaching two AP Physics classes and three Biology classes at HHS. I am entering my third year at Horizon and my third year in the profession. In addition to teaching, I am an assistant football coach and weighlifting club sponsor. Outside of teaching and coaching, I... View Profile

Ziettlow, Tracy

Science Teacher

BS, MA

Ziettlow Welcome Fall 2020 I began teaching in 1996 and came to Horizon in 2006.  I enjoy any outdoor activity as well as cooking and reading.  I will be teaching Physics and 11th & 12th Grade SOAR as well as serving as an instructional leader in the building.  All class... View Profile

SIED Teacher

Harp, Tim

SIED Teacher

MA, BA

Classes taught: Interpersonal Development with emphasis in  Social/Emotional Learning and Executive Functioning Skill Coaching What you teach: Interpersonal Development with emphasis in  Social/Emotional Learning and Executive Functioning Skill Coaching Extracurriculars you coach and/or sponsor: I... View Profile

SLD Teacher

Belanger, Derrick

SLD Teacher

MAT

Literacy Extensions II, Foundation Math II, English 10 Lit and Comp (co-taught with Mr. Lash) I began my teaching career in 1999 and became a teacher at HHS in 2019. In addition to teaching in Hawk Nation, I am a professional writer and own my own publishing company. Some of my books have been bestsellers in... View Profile

Clark, Sandra

SLD Teacher

BA, MA

Ms. Clark's Back-to-School Video  I co-teach 2- English 12 classes with Mrs. Sarah Graf,  I co-teach a Social Studies I class with Mrs. Molly Underly,  Lit Extension class, and I am available to help students with assignments and tests through Learning Lab- 6th hour. I began... View Profile

Harris, Carolyn

SLD Teacher

BA, MA

Interpersonal Development-IPD, Literacy Extensions, Co-Taught Biology Horizon High School- 2015-Present Teaching Career- 2004 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... View Profile

Segelke, Nicole

SLD Teacher

BA, MAT

Classes: 9th grade core, Literacy Extensions, Learning Lab, Foundations Math I I am a Learning Specialist at Horizon High School, and am proud to be a Hawk!  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 difference in students' lives each... View Profile

Social Studies Teacher

Alter, Allison

Social Studies Teacher

MA, BA

View my Back to School Night Video Ms. Alter's Back to School Intro I began my teaching career in 2012, and have been teaching at Horizon High School since 2017. I enjoy working with high school students and watching them develop the analytical thinking skills that are... View Profile

Baca, Maria

Social Studies Teacher

BA, MA

Baca Back to School Video U.S History, World History, Topics in Philosophy 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'... View Profile

Boyd, Lance

Social Studies Teacher

Boyd Intro Video 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... View Profile

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,... View Profile

Cialone, Dave

Social Studies Teacher

BA, MA

REMOTE LEARNING INFORMATION: Instructions and assignments will be posted daily to the student's Schoology dashboard. All enrolled students currently have existing accounts, but please contact me if there is trouble with access. Since I am new to some of this year's platforms such as Schoology and Florida Virtual... View Profile

Culhane, Brian

Social Studies Teacher

BA, MA

American Government & Economics (9th Grade Core), US History (11th Grade Core), Civics & US History I/II I began my teaching career in 2007 and previously worked at HHS from 2014-2017 as a learning specialist. I'm very excited to return to Horizon and teach social studies.  I enjoy working with high... View Profile

Fiorenza, Matthew

Social Studies Teacher

MEd

Untitled: Aug 25, 2020 3:52 PM Schedule:  Period One: Planning Period Two: 12th World Issues Period 3/4: 11th U.S History Period 5/6: Plan/Lunch Period 7/8: 10th World History The best way to contact me is via email.  I began my teaching career here at... View Profile

Hargraves, Ryan

Social Studies Teacher

BA, MEd

U.S. 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 am an instructional leader, coach track and field, and sponsor chess club at Horizon.  I enjoy keeping up... View Profile

Hoffmann, Alexis

Social Studies Teacher

BA, MS

I have been teaching Social Studies at Horizon High School since 2010. I enjoy reading, going to concerts and spending time with my husband and 2 year old son. I am a huge cinephile and can be seen opening night on a variety of movie genres. I recently completed my Masters of Science in Teaching and Learning with an... View Profile

Kathan, Nancy

Social Studies Teacher

BA

12th Grade AP Psychology                                      9th Grade Economics / US Government AP Psych Syllabus                                                     9th Grade Syllabus I began my teaching career in 1992 in Arizona and became a teacher at HHS in 2004.  In addition to teaching Social Studies... View Profile

Madole, Jim

Social Studies Teacher

Back to School Video World History & Geography (Periods 3/4 & 5/6)  and Sociology (Period 1) 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... View Profile

Ross, Kiela

Social Studies Teacher

BA, MA

Psychology, 10th Grade World History, 11th Grade U.S. History  Back to School Video I began my teaching career in 2016 and became a teacher at HHS the same year. In addition to teaching social studies, I am the co-sponsor of the Horizon chapter of the National Honor Society. I... View Profile

Sanchez, Greg

Social Studies Teacher

BA, MA

This year I teach AP Psychology, 9th Grade Economics, and 9th Grade US Government. I have been teaching since 1996, and have spent my whole teaching career at Horizon High School.  I also coach wresting at Horizon.  Outside of school, I have an intense interest in Amateur Mycology, and I am an active member of the... View Profile

Walters, Tina

Social Studies Teacher

AP Psychology 12th, CP Economics /CP Government 9th, and Economics/Government 9th. 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, I represent the Social Studies Department... View Profile

Theater Teacher

Morse, Kelsey

Theater Teacher

BFA

Morse BTS Video 2020/21 Theatre 1, Theatre 2/3, Tech Theatre, Theatre Dance, Film Study Kelsey is a Colorado native who graduated from Standley Lake High School and CU Boulder with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Performance and Secondary English Education licensure. Prior to... View Profile

World Language Teacher

Colpitts, Josh

World Language Teacher

BA, MA

August 26, 2020 Spanish 1 and 4 I began teaching Spanish at Horizon in 2004.  Prior to entering the classroom at Horizon, I studied in Spain and taught English in Mexico.  I love to travel, and I enjoy inspiring students to see the world and use their Spanish outside of the... View Profile

Herrera Guerrero, Maria

World Language Teacher

BA

Courses taught: Spanish 1, Spanish 2 About me:  I was born and raised in Madrid, Spain, and I feel very honored to share my language, culture, and traditions with my dear students. I strongly believe that learning a second language is an opportunity for my students to better understand and appreciate the... View Profile

Herrman, Jason

World Language Teacher

BA, MA

Back to school video 2020 For all classes we will be using Schoology as our online learning platform.  We have used Schoology throughout the year, so students should be very firmiliar with Schoology already.  Click here for more informaton about our remote learning classroom... View Profile

Kargar, Vicky

World Language Teacher

BA, BS, MA

Spanish 1 and Spanish 2. Back to School video: Watch Video View Profile

Muenzenmayer, Stacy

World Language Teacher

BA, MA

Hello! And WELCOME to your Spanish class this year!! I will be teaching Spanish 3 as well as the Spanish for Heritage Speakers class.   I also am one of the Sponsors for the "Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica".  Even though things are going to look different, I am excited to get to know you and to work with you... View Profile

Terada, Lyanne

World Language Teacher

MA, NBCT

Greetings! My name is Lyanne Terada (she, her, hers). I am a Spanish 2 and 3 teacher this year at Horizon, but I have taught Spanish 1, 4, & AP Spanish Language and Culture. I am originally from the state of Hawaii, and I have studied and learned Spanish for many years. I like to travel a lot, including many... View Profile

Turano, Brad

World Language Teacher

MA

Bienvenido 2020-2021 2020-2021: Spanish I (periods 2, 3, 6, & 8)     AP Spanish Language & Culture (period 5)    Horizon Adelante/Leadership (period 7) ¡Bienvenidos y saludos! I began teaching in 2003, then joined the staff at Horizon in 2005-2006.  I love... View Profile

Van Roekel, Laura

World Language Teacher

MA

¡Hola a todos! In case you have not heard, I will be out on maternity leave fall semester 2020. Victoria Kargar will be the teacher for this semester and you can reach her at victoria.e.kargar@adams12.org if you have any questions or concerns at this time. I wish you all very good luck this fall and I look... View Profile

Zancanella, Ginger

World Language Teacher

MA

French 1, 2, 3 and 4 (independent study) https://docs.google.com/document/d/1A3oO9YWjJxh-20va2KWsGfs-OnxHnnuUwqEQm9oyTaY/edit?usp=sharing French 1 Syllabus https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ObImryqP3wvu9u49Ixj3wjba3TgqQjAYhP0Vu2pgzWM/edit?usp=sharing  French 2 Syllabus https://docs.google.com/document/d/... View Profile