Faculty: Serena Aguilera
ESS Department Ms. Serena Aguilera is a part of Highland Prep’s Exceptional Student Services Department. She is the kind of person who believes coffee and good energy can fix just about anything. With a passion for creative problem-solving and a love for working with people, she brings a mix of strategy, heart, and hustle to everything she […]
Faculty: Sarah Moreno
Humanities Faculty Ms. Sarah Moreno brings over five years of teaching experience to Highland Prep, with a strong background in fostering engaging and inclusive classrooms. She has taught a variety of subjects across grade levels, specializing in differentiated instruction, student-centered learning, and positive classroom management. Prior to joining Highland Prep, Ms. Moreno taught at Legacy […]
Faculty: Larissa Holland
Fine Arts Faculty Ms. Larissa Holland brings a wealth of experience and passion to Highland Prep’s Fine Arts Department, with a career in music education spanning over two decades. A graduate of Belmont University with a Bachelor of Music Education, Ms. Holland has served as a choral director in both public schools and homeschool settings, […]
Faculty: Daniel Merrill
Physical Education Faculty Mr. Daniel Merrill received his bachelor’s degree in Physical Education. He was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. Mr. Merrill joins Highland Prep as our new P.E. teacher as well as our assistant coach for girls’ flag football and baseball. He has a passion for everything sports, from baseball to corn hole […]
Faculty: Silvia Dueñas
Foreign Language Faculty My name is Silvia Dueñas, and I’m excited to be your teacher this year. I was born and raised in Sonora, Mexico, and I bring with me a deep appreciation for language, culture, and education. I’ve been teaching for over 10 years in both English and Spanish, and I’ve had the privilege […]
Faculty: Neda Kooklani
Science Faculty Mrs. Neda Kooklani is an experienced and passionate physics teacher who is committed to helping students not only understand scientific concepts, but also develop a genuine interest in how the world works. With a Master’s in Education from Arizona State University and a Bachelor’s in Biology with a medical emphasis from Grand Canyon […]
Faculty: Kayla Renckly
Science Faculty Mrs. Kayla Renckly is a dedicated science teacher who strives to make learning exciting, meaningful, and accessible for all students. With a degree from Northern Arizona University and specialized training in science, she creates a classroom environment where curiosity thrives and students are encouraged to think critically and ask questions. Since 2019, Mrs. […]
Faculty: Scott Bodvin
Maintenance Mr. Scott Bodvin brings over 38 years of commercial construction experience. He has overseen maintenance for the past two years here at the Hive. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence, Scott prioritizes maintaining the school’s facilities to a high standard. From repairs and system fixes to renovations of communal […]
Faculty: Jamie King
Counselor Ms. King is a dedicated school counselor with a Master’s degree in Education specializing in School Counseling from Grand Canyon University. As proud member of the San Carlos Apache Tribe and an Air Force veteran, she brings a unique blend of cultural insight, service, and compassion to her role. With almost a decade of […]
Faculty: Dustin George
Director of Business and Student Services Mr. Dustin George has been in the education field for 12 years. He has extensive experience with enrollment procedures, student records, attendance and grading systems, state testing and reporting. Over the past 10 years, Mr. George has served as a registrar and office manager. He holds an Associate of […]