Faculty: Tabitha Hancock

Tabitha Hancock, STEM Faculty Ms. Tabatha Hancock is an experienced teacher with three years of teaching experience in both Biology and Physics. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from McMurry University in Abilene, TX and has been working to improve student understanding and learning of the sciences inside and outside the classroom. Tabatha takes great pride in her work and […]

Faculty: Daniel Van Den Brande

Daniel Van Den Brande, Mathematics Faculty Mr. Daniel Van Den Brande is an experienced mathematics tutor with over 21 years of experience. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Arizona State University and a Master’s degree in Mathematics from the same university. He has a passion for teaching and enjoys helping students learn challenging concepts […]

Faculty: Joseph Hall

Joseph Hall, Mathematics Faculty Mr. Joseph Hall is a highly accomplished mathematics educator with 23 years of teaching experience. He graduated summa cum laude from the University of Phoenix with a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and a bachelor’s degree in Math/Business Administration from James Madison University. Mr. Hall emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and informed […]

Faculty: Andrea Steele

Andrea Steele, Academic Coach Andrea Steele is an experienced educator with eleven years of teaching life sciences and five years of mentoring teachers. She has a Bachelor’s of Science in Life Sciences with a Psychology minor from Arizona State University as well as a state teaching certification in science. During her career, Andrea has developed high […]

Faculty: Joesph Cole

Joesph Cole, Assistant Principal Joe Cole comes to Highland Prep with a background in education serving as a high school social studies teacher for 7 years and as a school director for 5 years. He earned his bachelors in social studies secondary education from the University of Missouri – Columbia, Masters in education from Central Methodist […]

Faculty: Jason Shaw

Jason Shaw, Physical Education Coach Jason Shaw has 6 years of experience in teaching PE & Weight Training. Coach Shaw served in the US Army out after graduating high school and later went on to earn his Bachelors of Education from Arizona State University. Coach Shaw also has a decade of experience in coaching high school football. […]

Faculty: Jateria Murray

Jateria Murray is an experienced Exceptional Student Services Paraprofessional with a background in education. She has spent several years as a Pre-K director, providing students with the resources they need to succeed. She is passionate about helping students transition to college and providing them with the tools they need to reach their full potential. Additionally, […]

Faculty: Tiffany Heath

Tiffany Heath, Fine Arts Faculty Mrs. Heath Is on her 18th year of Teaching Fine Arts. She has her Bachelor’s Degree from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in Art Education and Art History. Mrs. Heath is Certified in Art for K-12 grade.

Faculty: Jennifer Maughan

Jennifer Maughan, Mathematics Faculty Ms. Maughan graduated from NAU and ASU and has taught in public schools since 2001.  She specializes in math instruction for special education, has written math and music curriculum for over 3 districts, served as Teacher Evaluation Director at ASU, Lead Teacher in 2 Districts, and teaches Dual Enrollment Mathematics at Highland Prep through […]

Faculty: Joshua Laguit

Joshua Laguit, Mathematics Faculty Mr. Laguit graduated from Arizona State University, holding a degree in Secondary Education (Mathematics) and a minor in Fashion. This year, 2022-2023, will be his first-year teaching full-time. He plans on working towards his Master’s in Educational Leadership in the near future.