PUSD Faculty Directory
Meet Our Administration and Faculty (underline indicates email link):
A B C D E F G H J K L M N O P R S T U V W
Travis Andrist US/AZ History Teacher; Golf Coach | BS in Education, Northern Arizona University; Master's in Educational Leadership, Northern Arizona University
Sherry Baca Mathematics Teacher; PUSD Math Coordinator; Director, North Central Arizona Math and Science Consortium | BS in Education, major in Math & History; Masters in the Teaching of Mathematics; Educational Administration Certificate | Runner-up, Yavapai County High School Teacher of the Year, 2003; Appointed for a 3-yr. term to the Mathematical Sciences Education Board (MSEB) in Washington, DC, 1997-2000; Toyota's Investment in Mathematics Excellence $10,000 grant award, 1997; Tandy Technology Scholar $2,500 award, 1995; U.S. West Teacher of the Year for AZ $15,000 grant, 1993; State Farm Good Neighbor Award for Innovative Mathematics Teaching $5,000 grant, 1990; Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics Teaching for AZ, 1984; ACESA Outstanding Jr. High Math Teacher, Northern AZ, 1987; Governor's Citation for Excellence in Mathematics Teaching-AZ, 1984; Quality Educational Program Award, 1981
Carol Badgett Food Science/Culinary Arts Teacher | BS in Home Economics, Child and Family Studies, University of Tennessee; Post Baccalaureate Teacher Certification Program, University of Phoenix; Hospitality and Business Alliance Level III Certification, Restaurant Management/Culinary Arts, Northern Arizona University
Jennifer Barnes Learning Center Teacher; Special Education Dept. Chair | BS in Education, with Early Childhood and Special Education; MA in Education with emphasis on Special Education
Beth Beecham English Teacher | BA in English and Education; currently pursuing Master's, Bread Loaf School of English
Lou Beneitone Physical Education Teacher; Varsity Football Head Coach
Richard Benson English Teacher | BA, DePauw University, IN; MA, University of Iowa
Pamela Bergstrom Biology Teacher
Tom Bockman Industrial Arts Teacher; Department Chair | BS in Education; Master's; Graduated Cum Laude, Northern Arizona University| Yavapai County High School Teacher of the Year, 2002; Teacher, "You’ve Touched My Life" Award, 2001; AZ School to Work "Five Star Practices," 2001; Who's Who Among America's Teachers, 1999; AZ School to Work Successful Strategies, 1998; AZ Dept. of Ed. Program Recognition, 1998; NAU Centennial Year of Education Distinguished Alumni Teacher, 1998; United Blood Services Recognition Award, 1997; US West Outstanding Teacher Program Award of Achievement, 1992; Special Olympics Special Recognition, 1990; Candidate for Industrial Arts Teacher of the Year, 1988, 1989, 1990; NAU Center for Excellence Outstanding Achievement Award, 1979
Dan Bradstreet Band Director | Bachelor of Music Education, Miami University, Oxford, OH | South Central Region Honor Band Conductor, 2005; Nominee, Yavapai County Teacher of the Year, 2003, 2000
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Kelli Bradstreet English Teacher | BA in Education - English; MA in English
Cylinda Bray Geometry Teacher | BS in Education, Mathematics, Northern Arizona University; Masters in Education, emphasis in Mathematics, Northern Arizona University
Brenda Brown Computer Teacher | B.S., Organizational Communication, Northern Arizona University; M.S., Instructional Technology, University of Houston
Esther Brown Spanish Teacher | BS of Education
Ashley Brunstedt Geometry & Algebra Teacher; Girls Cross Country Assistant Coach | AA, Yavapai College; BS in Mathematics, Birmingham Southern College, Birmingham, AL
Robyn Bryce English Teacher
Shelley Bunch World History/AP World History Teacher; Department Chair | BS in Social Science extended major/World History, Economics, Political Science, minor in Humanities, Northern Arizona University | Flinn Foundation Distinguished Educator Award, 2005; Aztlan Masonic Lodge Teacher of the Month, 2001; Yavapai County High School Teacher of the Year, 1998; NAU Distinguished Alumni Award, 1997; Prescott Optimist Club Achievement in Education Award, 1995
Brian Bunnell Chemistry Teacher | BA in Chemistry, Duke University
Cesar Cahue | Spanish Teacher
Rick Carbone English Teacher | BA in Music, Drew University, NJ; BA in History and English, Arizona State University | Daily Courier's Coach of the Year for Basketball, 2004
Mickey Chaney
Elaine Corbet Assistant Principal | Bachelors in Home Economics, University of Arizona; Masters in Counseling, Prescott College; Admin. classes, University of Phoenix | School-to-Work award for 5 Star Best Practices
Alma Courtney Algebra Teacher | BA in Mathematics, Fort Lewis College; Elementary Ed. & Middle School Certification, University of Wyoming; Preschool Certification, University of California, Domingues Hill | Semi-finalist, Presidental Award - Math/Science; Awarded Fulbright Scholarship; Golden Apple Award, Wyoming (nominated by student)
Cathy Davis Pathways Teacher
Patty Delp Academic Advisor | BS in Education; MA in Mental Health
Joe DeWees Biology Teacher; Football Coach | BS in Plant Biology, Arizona State University; Teacher Certification, Prescott College
Sonia DiCristina School Psychologist
Lauri Dreher Computers Teacher
Scott Engelhart Boys PE Teachers
Kent Evans Biology and Science Teacher
Birdie Ferra Family & Consumer Science Teacher; Department Chair; PHS Attendance Specialist | BA in Home Economics Education; MA in Educational Administration
Liz Fidler School Psychologist
Deb Fitzgerald Physical Education/Health/Sexuality/HIV Education Teacher | B.A., Physical Education, K-12, Aurora College; M.S.ed Adult Education, emphasis Health, Northern Illinois University | Who's Who Among Teachers Award
Gabe Gahn World History Teacher
Rich Geske Technology Teacher; Business Department Chair | BS, Arizona State University
Mark Goligoski US/AZ Government Teacher; Boys and Girls Track & Field Head Coach | BS History/Secondary Education, Northern Arizona University; MA Educational Leadership, Northern Arizona University | Runner Up, Yavapai County First Year Teacher of the Year, 2001
Joanna Gregory Special Education BEST Program Teacher | Bachelors in Special Education, Arizona State University West; Masters in Educational Leadership, Northern Arizona University
Peter Gryffin Health Teacher
Loreta Halford Family & Consumer Science Teacher; Cheer Coach | AS, Northwest College, Powell, WY; BS in Family and Consumer Sciences/Extension Option, Montana State University, Bozeman MT
Danielle Hawthorne English Teacher | BA in English Literature, emphasis in Pre-law Studies from Northern Arizona University; M.Ed in Secondary English Education from Northern Arizona University; Nominee, Yavapai County New Teacher of the Year, 2006-2007
Shannon Heavilin-Beattie Mathematics Teacher | BS in Mathematics, Minor in Education, University of Redlands, CA | Nominee, Yavapai County Teacher of the Year, 2004
Noah Hensley Math Teacher | Graduated Summa Cum Laude, with a degree in Space Physics, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Debra Holliday World Geography/English Teacher | BA in History and English (double major), University of Arizona; Post-Bachelor's in Secondary Education, Chapman College
Amanda Irey Algebra Teacher | BS in Education, University of San Diego; Masters in Education-Curriculum and Instruction, National University | Who's Who Among American Teachers
Derk Janssen English Teacher | BA in Secondary Education, University of Arizona; MA in Counseling Psychology, Prescott College | Published author of poetry, The Changing Colors in a Sunset and At the Forest Edge
Tracey Johnston Master's in Theater | BA in Liberal Arts, emphasis in Theater, University of Houston; MFA in Acting, California Institute of the Arts
Matthew Kiesling Choir Teacher | BME in Music Education, Southeast Missouri State University; ORFF Certificate, University of Southern Utah
Don Kosco Economics/World Geography Teacher
Pamela Kramer English Teacher | BA in English Literature, Arizona State University; MA in Secondary Education, Arizona State University
Jayne Krumbholz Academic Advisor; Department Chair | BS in Home Economics and Math, Northern Arizona Unversity; Master of Education in Counseling, Arizona State University
Debbie Kuhnke Academic Advisor | BA Elementary Education, Prescott College; Master of Education, Counseling with Distinction, Northern Arizona
Ken Lake Librarian | BA in History; MA in Educational Administration
Deborah Lessard Occupational Therapist | NDT Certified; Associates in Science, College of Lake County, IL; BS in Occupational Therapy, University of Illinois at Chicago;
Jim Littleton Physics Teacher | BS in Physics, Northern Arizona University; BSE in Engineering Physics, Northern Arizona University
David Martin Comparative Economics Teacher | BA, Graceland College; JD, University of Missouri, Kansas City
Juanita Martin US/AZ History Teacher | BA, University of Arizona, Social Studies
Cal Martinez SMSgt, USAF, AFJROTC / Aerospace Science Leadership Academy | Bachelor of Applied Science, minor in history, Campbell University NC; Orienteering Assist Coach; Drill Team CoachAir Rifle Marksmanship Coach
Judy Martinez Academic Advisor | MA ED in School Counseling
Totsy McCraley Principal | BA in Secondary Education, Northern Arizona University; MA in Educational Administration, Northern Arizona University; Gifted Endorsement, Principal's Certificate, Superintendent's Certificate | Yuma Valley Chapter of DeMolay International Recognition; Who's Who Among American Teachers; Teacher of the Year, Yuma High School; Teacher of the Year, Mohave High School
Bob McCready World Geography Teacher; Badminton Coach | BA in Social Science and Secondary Education
Scott Miller Technology Teacher
Carolyn Minks English Teacher; Color Guard and Winter Guard Advisor | Bachelor of Education, with English emphasis, Arizona State University West
Jim Mitchell Math & Physics Teacher | BS Electrical Engineering & Physical Science, Kansas State University; MA Technological & Occupational Education, University of New Mexico; Graduate Teacher Certification Math Major/Physics Minor, University of Kansas; Professor of Military Science, University of Georgia; Communications Engineering Officer, LTC, U.S. Army (Retired); Math & Physics Certification, state of Arizona; Licensed Math & Physics Teacher, state of Kansas
Cheryl Moran Art Teacher; Fine Arts Department Head; PUSD Fine Arts Coordinator | BS in Secondary Education with emphasis in Art and Speech & Drama, Chadron State College, Chadron, NB; Masters of Educational Leadership, Northern Arizona University | Yavapai County High School Teacher of the Year, 2004; Arizona Art Educator of the Year, 1990
Mike Murphy Art Teacher | BS in Art Education; MA in Studio Art
Adam Neely Mathematics Teacher
Louisa Nelson Theater Teacher | BS in Education, Northern Arizona University
Charles Newell Global Science/Health Teacher; Frosh Football Head Coach | BS in Education, Science/Physical Education; Special Education Endorsement, University of Phoenix
Craig Niece High School Alternative Ed (PEAK) Teacher | BA in Special Education, Northern Arizona University; BA in Elementary Education, Northern Arizona University; MA in Educational Leadership, Northern Arizona University | INTEL/Microsoft Teach to the Future Master Teacher; Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Educational Leadership Fellowship | Nominee, Yavapai County Teacher of the Year
Donna Norris Sculpture Teacher | Masters in Art Education, Northern Arizona University
Lisa Novak Hearing Specialist| Dual degrees in Elementary Education and Education for the Deaf, Bowling Green State University, OH
Aimee Otterholt US/AZ History Teacher
Terry Parker Special Education Teacher | LH, Resource, Cross Categorical, Severe and Profound; BA Hotel and Restaurant Management, Cal Poly Pomona; BA Education, Chapman University; MBA, JFK University | National Board of Professional Teaching Candidate
Rachel Parsons English Teacher
Denny Peeples Lt Col, USAF, AFJROTC / Aerospace Science Leadership Academy; Dept Chair; Bachelor in Civil Engineering, Georgia Tech; MBA, Campbell University; Orienteering Coach; Drill Team Coach
Carolyn Peters Physical Education Teacher; Physical Education Department Chair; Coach, Girls Cross Country | Bachelor's in Physical Education, Grand Canyon University; Master's in Educational Leadership, Northern Arizona University; Phoenix Suns Teacher of the Year, 1996
Joe Peters Algebra & Discrete Math Teacher; Mathematics Dept. Chair; Varsity Football Stats/Game Scouting | BS in Secondary Education, minor in Athletic Coaching, Northern Arizona University; Master of Arts, Educational Leadership, Northern Arizona University
Christine Powers Special Education Teacher | BS in Criminal Justice, Arizona State University; MA in Special Education & Rehabilitation/Vision Impairments, University of Arizona
Jackson Rauch World History Teacher | BA in History, Duke University
Ray Reidburn Algebra Teacher
Randy Retrum Electronics Teacher | BS in Agriculture, University of Arizona; BS in Education, Northern Arizona University
Andrea Rinde Mathematics Teacher | BA, Bus. Adm., CLU, Honors: Summa Cum Laude, Outstanding Graduate, Dean's Award, Departmental Honors, and Dr. Phyllis Jane Nusz Scholar Award; Master of Education, California Lutheran University (CLU), Professional Preparation Program, CLU, Award: Outstanding Teacher Preparation, Arroyo Professional Development School, Credential Candidate
Julie Rockwell Special Education Teacher | Certified in Elementary Education, Special Education, Learning Disabilities, Orthopaedic Impairment, Mental Retardation | Pi Lamda Theta Award
Michelle Roderick Science Teacher
Kathy Ruettinger Biology Teacher | BA in Biological Sciences, Arizona State University; MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, Arizona State University | Golden Gator Award, Excellence in Teaching, Xavier College Prep School, 2004
Diane Ryan Marine Geoecology/Biology Teacher | BA in Physical Education; MS in Physical Education | Circle of Excellence
Kathleen Salveson Algebra & Geometry Teacher | BS in Mathematics
Lisa Sandberg English Teacher; Department Chair | BA, College of St. Benedict, MN | Wal-Mart Teacher of the Year, 2001
Rod Schuler Chemistry Teacher | BS in Chemistry Education, Minor in Athletic Coaching, Northern Arizona University | Yavapai County High School Teacher of the Year, 2002; Outstanding Teacher Award - Arizona Cup, University of Arizona, 2001; Nominee, Yavapai County New Teacher of the Year, 1996
Hendrik Shepherd Music Teacher | BA in Music, Northern Arizona University | Northwest Region Orchestra Chairman
MindyJo Sherrill English Teacher; Advanced Placement Reader for English Literature | BA in English/Language Arts, University of Arizona; MA in Secondary Education, Arizona State University
Lorena Shiffer Photography Teacher | BA Industrial Arts, Psychology Minor, Teaching Certification, San Diego State University, CA; Arizona Elementary Certification, Art Endorsement, Northern Arizona University
Pat Short Physical Education Teacher | BS in Physical Education, Southeast Missouri State University; MA in Elementary Education, Northern Arizona University
Michelle Simas Special Education Teacher
Pam Starnick Geometry & Algebra Teacher | BS in Science, Arizona State University; 5th Year Program - Education, Grand Canyon University; Masters in Education, Adams State University
John Steward Academic Advisor | BA, Arizona State University; M.Ed, Northern Arizona University; Administrative Certification, Arizona State University Administrative Certification Program
Robin Stockmar PEAK Teacher | BS in Social Studies and History for Secondary Education, Northern Arizona University, and English Endorsment | Nominee, Yavapai County teacher, 2006
Lori Stuckman Business & Computer Teacher | BA Business-Economics, University of California at Los Angeles; Masters in Secondary Education with Business Emphasis, Northern Arizona University; Golden Key International Honor Society; The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi; Post-Graduate Elementary Teacher Certification, Northern Arizona University; Certified Adjunct Instructor at Yavapai College; Career & Technical Education Certification; Structured English Immersion Endorsement
Clark Tenney US/AZ Government & US/AZ History Teacher; Track & Field Coach | BA in Japanese and History Secondary Education (cum laude), Brigham Young University
Gabriel Van Guse US/AZ & World History Teacher; Varsity Head Boy's Basketball Coach | BA in Philosophy, University of Washington
Beth Van Oss Spanish Teacher | BA English, Northern Michigan University, minor in Outdoor Recreation; MS Experiential Education, Minnesota State University; MA Teaching Spanish, Northern Arizona University; Spanish language certificates from institutes in Mexico, Ecuador and Guatemala
Helen Vick Special Education BEST Program Teacher | BA in Speech/Drama; MA in Special Education
Jennifer Walker English Teacher; JV Girls' Basketball Coach | BS in English Education/Extended Major, graduated Summa Cum Laude (4.0), Northern Arizona University; Currently pursuing MA in Applied Communications
Jim Wells Assistant Principal | BA in Secondary Education, Business Major, Arizona State University; Masters of Education in Educational Leadership, Northern Arizona University
Bill White Athletic Director | BA in Secondary Education History, Arizona State University; MA in Secondary Education, Arizona State University
Rachel White Special Education Teacher | BS in Health/Physical Education, Illinois State University; Secondary Certificate (endorsement) in Special Education, University of Arizona | Taught English in China for one year and served as an Americorps member two years
Pam Willard English Teacher; Student Council, Yearbook and Newspaper Teacher | BS in Elementary Education, Northern Arizona University; MAT in Secondary Education/English, Western New Mexico University