Staff: Colin Mccormick
Mr. Colin McCormick was born in Michigan and moved to Arizona after completing his college education at Eastern Michigan University. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education with a major in History. Over the course of his career, Mr. McCormick has taught for eight years in diverse school communities across Michigan, Georgia, Colorado, and […]
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: 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: 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: Michele MacLeod
Michele MacLeod comes to Highland Prep Academies with 22 years of teaching experience. She taught high school business for 15 years in Minnesota before teaching STEM for 7 years in Phoenix. There she designed and developed coursework in robotics, coding, 3D design, drones, and architectural design, as well as advising the Math, Engineering, Science Achievement program. She […]
Staff: Melissa Wilson
Hello, I am Melissa Wilson, and I am super excited to be a part of the Hornet Family. I am originally from New Jersey where I started my journey to become a teacher. I completed my Bachelor’s degree at the University of Alaska, Fairbanks, and eventually ended up in Arizona, where I pursued my first teaching position. I […]
Staff: Nicole Paige
My name is Nicole Paige. This is my thirteenth year in education and my second year teaching at Highland Prep West. I grew up in Indiana and graduated from Indiana University with a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education. I am highly qualified to teach English Language Arts in grades 6-12. Teaching is my passion, and my goal […]
Staff: Xela Locke
Ms. Xela Locke has about 20 years of tutoring in music for all age ranges. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Family Consumer and Human Development from Utah State University. She also holds her associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy Assistance from Ameritech College of Healthcare.