Expert Teachers

Mr. Simms is a dedicated Social Studies educator with 17 years of experience across private, public, alternative, and virtual settings, teaching both adolescents and adults. He holds a B.A. in Secondary Education (Social Studies), an M.A. in Political Science, and an M.A. in Athletic Administration, and is certified in Social Studies/Social Sciences (grades 6–12) in Pennsylvania, Florida, and West Virginia. Mr. Simms draws on a broad repertoire of teaching strategies to create a well-rounded, engaging classroom experience.

Ms. Amundson is a seasoned mathematics and computer science educator with over three decades of teaching experience. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education with an emphasis in Mathematics and Computer Science Education from Oklahoma State University and holds Oklahoma teacher certification across the full mathematics spectrum—from Algebra and Geometry to Calculus, Statistics, and Computer Science. Across her long career she has taught mathematics and technology at the elementary, high school, and virtual levels, also serving as a Technology Director.

Ms. Beyer is an experienced English and language arts teacher with a decade in the classroom. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Education and carries professional certifications in Secondary English/Language Arts, ELL (K–12), Reading (K–12), and History (6–12). Ms. Beyer has taught Language Arts for ten years and worked extensively with English language learners as both a teacher and tutor.

Mr. Villegas Serrano is a dedicated bilingual elementary educator with experience across Colorado and Texas classrooms. He holds a Bachelor of Liberal Arts in Philosophy with a minor in Film Studies and carries elementary teaching credentials in both states—a Colorado Educator Certificate in Elementary Education (K–6) and a Texas Educator Certificate as a Generalist (EC–4) with a Bilingual Education Supplemental in Spanish (EC–4). Mr. Villegas Serrano has served as a bilingual teacher in the Denver and Dallas public school systems, taken on multiple long-term substitute roles, and worked as an online tutor, bringing a strong commitment to supporting dual-language learners.

Mr. Griffin is an experienced Business Education instructor with over a decade of teaching at the middle and high school levels. Holding degrees in Business Education, Information Technology Management, and Educational Leadership, he brings a wealth of knowledge to his students. Focused on student success, Mr. Griffin prepares learners with essential skills in business and technology.

Ms. Angove is a dedicated educator with extensive experience teaching both online and in the classroom. She holds degrees in History, Spanish, and Teaching and has taught Social Studies, Language Arts, and Special Education at the middle and high school levels. In addition to her teaching expertise, Ms. Angove also coached cross-country, track, and basketball teams, helping students excel both academically and athletically.