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About
Kriel...
I began teaching over 40 years ago and enjoy it as much today as I ever have. I'm passionate about mathematics, and I love working with teens/young adults - teaching is a perfect fit!
My Education and Professional Background
I earned my Bachelor's Degree from Bemidji State University (Bemidji, MN) and my Master's Degree from NAU.
My Educational Philosophy
What makes a school outstanding? Men and women who love their subject and love teaching it. (Head Master's Welcome - King's College School Wimbledon)
| Email Connie Kriel
| Position: | Math | |
| Room: | ICAN | |
| Phone: | (480) 666-1022 | |
| Email: | Kriel |
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Welcome!
I began teaching over 40 years ago and enjoy it as much today as I ever have. I'm passionate about mathematics, and I love working with teens/young adults - teaching is a perfect fit!
My Education and Professional Background
I earned my Bachelor's Degree from Bemidji State University (Bemidji, MN) and my Master's Degree from NAU.
My Educational Philosophy
What makes a school outstanding? Men and women who love their subject and love teaching it. (Head Master's Welcome - King's College School Wimbledon)
| Email Connie Kriel
About
Ferrell...
Welcome to the Science Department at Hill Learning Academy.
My Education and Professional Background
I began teaching for the Chandler School District in 2012. Working with "at risk" students was the primary motivator behind my becoming an educator. I received my degree in Secondary Education from North Central University and also hold a degree in Information Technology.
My Educational Philosophy
I relocated from Chicago to Phoenix in 1994 with my wife and have since produced three beautiful children. my hobbies include running, hiking, camping, and cinema.
| Email Shawn Ferrell
| Position: | Science | |
| Room: | 201 | |
| Phone: | 480-812-7181 | |
| Email: | Ferrell |
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Welcome!
Welcome to the Science Department at Hill Learning Academy.
My Education and Professional Background
I began teaching for the Chandler School District in 2012. Working with "at risk" students was the primary motivator behind my becoming an educator. I received my degree in Secondary Education from North Central University and also hold a degree in Information Technology.
My Educational Philosophy
I relocated from Chicago to Phoenix in 1994 with my wife and have since produced three beautiful children. my hobbies include running, hiking, camping, and cinema.
| Email Shawn Ferrell
About
Collea-Anderson...
Welcome to Chief Hill Learning Academy! We are dedicated to helping students graduate. Please let me know how I can support your child during junior high and high school.
My Education and Professional Background
I was born and raised in Upstate New York. I attended Oswego State and completed my Masters Degree in Counseling at the College of St. Rose in Albany, NY. This is my 25 year as a school counselor, I love being able to work with a variety of students and help them reach their goals.
My Educational Philosophy
I believe in second chances. If a student was not successful in the past, here is an opportunity to change. The goal is to graduate, a goal all students can achieve.
| Email Maria Collea-Anderson
| Position: | Counselor | |
| Room: | Counseling Office | |
| Phone: | (480)812-7161 | |
| Email: | Collea-Anderson |
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Welcome!
Welcome to Chief Hill Learning Academy! We are dedicated to helping students graduate. Please let me know how I can support your child during junior high and high school.
My Education and Professional Background
I was born and raised in Upstate New York. I attended Oswego State and completed my Masters Degree in Counseling at the College of St. Rose in Albany, NY. This is my 25 year as a school counselor, I love being able to work with a variety of students and help them reach their goals.
My Educational Philosophy
I believe in second chances. If a student was not successful in the past, here is an opportunity to change. The goal is to graduate, a goal all students can achieve.
| Email Maria Collea-Anderson
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About
Hartley...
I began teaching at Chief Hill Learning Academy in 2008. I enjoy working in the Chandler district and working with the student population at our site.
My Education and Professional Background
I graduated from San Jose State University with a BA in English. After I moved to Arizona I graduated from the University of Phoenix with a Masters degree in Secondary Education.
My Educational Philosophy
I work with students to help them become better communicators and better people and my goal for my classroom is that the students take what they learn here and apply to the rest of their lives.
| Email Neal Hartley
| Position: | Language Arts 9th through 12th grade | |
| Room: | 201, 204, and ICAN | |
| Phone: | 480-812-7150 or text 480-712-9625 | |
| Email: | Hartley |
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Welcome!
I began teaching at Chief Hill Learning Academy in 2008. I enjoy working in the Chandler district and working with the student population at our site.
My Education and Professional Background
I graduated from San Jose State University with a BA in English. After I moved to Arizona I graduated from the University of Phoenix with a Masters degree in Secondary Education.
My Educational Philosophy
I work with students to help them become better communicators and better people and my goal for my classroom is that the students take what they learn here and apply to the rest of their lives.
| Email Neal Hartley
About
Porras...
Welcome to Mrs. Porras' English class! The course is designed to develop language, literature, and analysis skills. Students will study all aspects of literature and writing including World and American Literature. Students will analyze the writing of various authors; write in a variety of genres, and explore works of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and drama with a development of critical thinking, and writing for the argumentative/persuasive, research, and narrative genres through exposure to
My Education and Professional Background
I am and Arizona native and huge baseball fan. I graduated from Arizona State University where I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Business Education and received my Masters in Elementary Education from Northern Arizona University. I have spent much of my teaching career teaching 7th -12th grade in various subject such as History, Computer Literacy, and English. I began teaching at Chief Hill Learning Academy during the 2012-13 school year. Prior to moving to Chandler, I taught for 16 years in Phoenix. I am currently teaching high school English at Hill Learning Academy.
My Educational Philosophy
I enjoy being a facilitator of learning for students and work hard to assist them in preparing for their future successes. I have spent most of my career teaching in the middle and high school classroom and enjoy the opportunity to work with teenagers and help develop their future skills for success.
| Email Crystal Porras
| Position: | 9-12 English | |
| Room: | 202 | |
| Phone: | (480) 812-7182 | |
| Email: | Porras |
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Welcome!
Welcome to Mrs. Porras' English class! The course is designed to develop language, literature, and analysis skills. Students will study all aspects of literature and writing including World and American Literature. Students will analyze the writing of various authors; write in a variety of genres, and explore works of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and drama with a development of critical thinking, and writing for the argumentative/persuasive, research, and narrative genres through exposure to
My Education and Professional Background
I am and Arizona native and huge baseball fan. I graduated from Arizona State University where I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Business Education and received my Masters in Elementary Education from Northern Arizona University. I have spent much of my teaching career teaching 7th -12th grade in various subject such as History, Computer Literacy, and English. I began teaching at Chief Hill Learning Academy during the 2012-13 school year. Prior to moving to Chandler, I taught for 16 years in Phoenix. I am currently teaching high school English at Hill Learning Academy.
My Educational Philosophy
I enjoy being a facilitator of learning for students and work hard to assist them in preparing for their future successes. I have spent most of my career teaching in the middle and high school classroom and enjoy the opportunity to work with teenagers and help develop their future skills for success.
| Email Crystal Porras
About
Raj...
Welcome Message: Hi, my name is Mr. Raj and I am pleased to welcome you to the Social Studies Department at Hill. We are going to have an eventful year. I cannot wait to start and to get to know my students. Here's to a great year.
My Education and Professional Background
I have been teaching in the district for 11 years and I have been teaching for a total of 19 years. My background is in history with a splash of Government and Economics here and there. I have a BA in History and Ancient Civilization from Hope College in Holland Michigan. I received my teaching certificate and finished off my education classes at ASU. I also have MA in Educational Leadership from Grand Canyon University.
My Educational Philosophy
Everyone Deserves a Quality Education
| Email Louis Raj
| Position: | High School Social Studies | |
| Room: | 207 | |
| Phone: | (480) 812-7150 | |
| Email: | Raj |
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Welcome!
Welcome Message: Hi, my name is Mr. Raj and I am pleased to welcome you to the Social Studies Department at Hill. We are going to have an eventful year. I cannot wait to start and to get to know my students. Here's to a great year.
My Education and Professional Background
I have been teaching in the district for 11 years and I have been teaching for a total of 19 years. My background is in history with a splash of Government and Economics here and there. I have a BA in History and Ancient Civilization from Hope College in Holland Michigan. I received my teaching certificate and finished off my education classes at ASU. I also have MA in Educational Leadership from Grand Canyon University.
My Educational Philosophy
Everyone Deserves a Quality Education
| Email Louis Raj
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About
Davis...
Welcome to Chief Hill Learning Academy Physical Education.
My Education and Professional Background
I graduated Cum Laude in Physical Education and Community Health Promotion from Northern Arizona University. I have taught Physical Education in Elementary and High School for the past 12 years in Chandler Unified School District.
My Educational Philosophy
Be active, eat healthy, and treat each other well.
| Email Matt Davis
| Position: | PE | |
| Room: | 109 | |
| Phone: | (480) 812-7168 | |
| Email: | Davis |
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Welcome!
Welcome to Chief Hill Learning Academy Physical Education.
My Education and Professional Background
I graduated Cum Laude in Physical Education and Community Health Promotion from Northern Arizona University. I have taught Physical Education in Elementary and High School for the past 12 years in Chandler Unified School District.
My Educational Philosophy
Be active, eat healthy, and treat each other well.
| Email Matt Davis
