Staff: Scott Bodvin

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 spaces, […]

Staff: Aaron Frank

Mr. Aaron Frank has coached a multitude of sports with great success, and has led multiple teams to playoffs and championships in both Kentucky and Florida. Frank’s success on the field and leadership with teams led to his role as an Athletic Director. Frank has served as an Athletic Director in Florida for the past […]

Staff: Tony Britton

With over 20 years of experience as a high school counselor, Mr. Britton has been dedicated to guiding students through their academic journeys, helping them navigate challenges, and preparing them for their futures. Having earned a Bachelor’s degree from Arizona State University and a Master’s in Counseling from Northern Arizona University, Mr. Britton is deeply […]

Staff: Stephanie Williams

Mrs. Stephanie Williams was born and raised in Ohio and moved to Arizona in 2017. She has 11 years of experience in working with student registration, handling student records, and customer service. She enjoys helping students succeed in their educational goals.

Staff: Mayra Rosales

Mrs. Mayra Rosales graduated with an Associate of Arts in Education in 2013 and have 14 years of experience in office administration. She is proud to have been part of Highland Prep West since the school first opened its doors in 2022, serving as the school’s registrar. Outside of work, she cherishes spending time with […]

Staff: Erin Zhang

Ms. Zhang joined Highland Prep in 2019 as a Math teacher. In her short teaching time here, he students have demonstrated tremendous academic growth on standardized assessments. She has been commended by parents and students on her above and beyond efforts in supporting students to achieve their goals. Ms. Zhang has also been the advisor […]

Staff: Alex DeDecker

I was born in Appleton, Wisconsin. My mother liked to move around a lot, so I have lived in many places around the country. I have resided in Wisconsin, Michigan, South Carolina, and finally, Arizona for the past 20 years. I was part of the first graduating class from Yuma Catholic High School and participated […]

Staff: Karissa Ham

Hello, HPW community! My name is Karissa Ham, and I am excited to join the team as your Assistant Principal. I hold a Master’s in Education from Grand Canyon University. Currently, I am pursuing a Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology, which deepens my understanding of how students learn and how we can better support their educational […]

Staff: Justin Cortes

Justin Cortes is a veteran of the United States Navy and is beginning his second year as a teacher in Arizona. He graduated Magna Cum Laude, with a B.A. in History with a focus on secondary education from Arizona State University. He has experience teaching history as well as teaching Special Education. His teaching methods […]

Staff: Christopher Dunn

Hello, I’m Christopher Dunn, I am the IED and Civil teacher here at Highland Prep West. I graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelor in Biomedical Engineering (BME). I look forward to taking on projects with students, introducing them to CAD, and teaching them the fundamentals of engineering—with a sprinkle of BME along the way.  In my […]