AHansen@VailChristianAcademy.Org

B.A., National Louis University

Teaching Experience

Mrs. Hansen started teaching in 2004 – started working at VCA in 2014, and started as the Head of School in 2023.

Life at a Glance

Mrs. Hansen currently lives in Gypsum with her husband Chad and three boys Wyatt, Jaxon, Walker. Mrs. Hansen loves to travel with her family, ski, golf, camp, shop, and paint. She also enjoys traveling to Mesa Verde & The Great Sand Dunes.

Favorite Bible Verse

Philippians 4:8

“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable- if anything is excellent or praiseworthy-think about such things.”

SCarlton@VailChristianAcademy.Org

B.A., University of Northern Colorado

Teaching Experience

Mrs. Carlton taught in Henderson, CO for a year before moving to the Vail Valley in 2013. Mrs. Carlton worked for VCA for two years as a teacher, then worked in Early Childhood Education for seven years, then she returned to VCA as the Advancement Director in 2023.

Life at a Glance

Mrs. Carlton enjoys hiking, snowboarding, playing the piano, reading and spending time with people she loves, especially her husband and daughters.

Favorite Bible Verse

Psalm 73:25-26

“Whom have I in heaven but You? And there is nothing on earth that I desire besides You. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”

MDenissen@VailChristianAcademy.Org

B.A., Hollins University

A.A.S., Parsons School of Design

Teaching Experience

Mrs. Denissen started working for VCA in August, 2004.

Life at a Glance

Mrs. Denissen’s son Kelby went to VCA from Kindergarten through 8th Grade. Her favorite place is the coast of Maine. Mrs. Denissen loves sailing, gardening, cooking and reading.

Favorite Bible Verse

Psalm 145:9

“The Lord is good to all; he has compassion on all he has made.”

EAntista@VailChristianAcademy.Org

B.A., College of Saint Benedict

Teaching Experience

Ms. Antista started teaching at VCA in 2021. She is trained in Orton-Gillingham multi-sensory language instruction.

Life at a Glance

Ms. Antista is born and raised in Colorado. She loves traveling, reading, volunteering and eating.

Favorite Bible Verse

Psalm 46:1-3

“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging”

LFiggs@VailChristianAcademy.Org

B.A., University of Northern Colorado

Teaching Experience

Mrs. Figgs started teaching at VCA in 2021. She is trained in Orton-Gillingham multi-sensory language instruction.

Life at a Glance

Originally from Grand Junction, but now lives in Gypsum with her husband, Matt, and their three wonderful children Kaitlyn, Levi, and Micah. She enjoys reading, crafting, gardening, and taking family road trips.

Favorite Bible Verse

Romans 15:13

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”

LEmerson@VailChristianAcademy.Org

B.A., Cornell College

Teaching Experience

Ms. Emerson started teaching at VCA in 2021. She is trained in Orton-Gillingham multi-sensory language instruction.

Life at a Glance

Ms. Emerson enjoys spending time with friends and family, playing games, enjoying the outdoors, dancing and sewing.

Favorite Bible Verse

Romans 8:28

“And we know that i all things God works for the good of those who love him, who hav been called according to his purpose.”

JKottenstette@VailChristianAcademy.Org

B.A., Regis University

Teaching Experience

Mrs. Kottenstette has been teaching at VCA since 2022. Before working at VCA she taught in the public schools for 14 years and was a teacher’s assistant for 10 years before that.

Life at a Glance

Mrs. Kotenstette enjoys shopping and playing with her grandchildren.

Favorite Bible Verse

1 John 1:9

“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”

EChart@VailChristianAcademy.Org

B.A., Colorado Christian University

Teaching Experience

Ms. Chart started teaching at VCA in 2023.

Life at a Glance

In her free time, Ms. Chart works towards mastering the art of calligraphy, is a hobby florist, plays new board games, and is learning to play golf.

Favorite Bible Verse

2 Corinthians 12:9

“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.”

AJones@VailChristianAcademy.Org

B.A., Colorado Christian University

Teaching Experience

Ms. Jones started teaching at VCA in 2022.

Life at a Glance

Ms. Jones loves the Colorado outdoors, especially fishing, hiking, snowboarding, and camping. She also enjoys reading fiction and creating art of all kinds.

Favorite Bible Verse

Hebrews 6:9

“We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain”

AAlexander@VailChristianAcademy.Org

B.A., Westmont College

Teaching Experience

Mrs. Alexander started teaching in 1991 and has been at VCA since 1997. She is Orton-Gillingham trained in explicit multisensory language instruction.

Life at a Glance

Mrs. Alexander lives in Edwards with husband Eric and twin daughters Karis and Aralyn. She enjoys leading worship, road and mountain biking, Nordic and alpine skiing and loves being a wife, mom and teaching others about Jesus.

Favorite Bible Verse

Romans 15:13

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.”

KHubler@VailChristianAcademy.Org

B.S., Cairn University

Teaching Experience

Miss Hubler has been teaching at VCA since 2015

Life at a Glance

Enjoys baking delicious treats and reading

Favorite Bible Verse

Psalm 46:10

“Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.”

ALarge@VailChristianAcademy.Org

B.S., Colorado School of Mines; M.A., Wheaton College

Teaching Experience

Mrs. Large started teaching at VCA in 2022.

Life at a Glance

Mrs. Large is married to her husband Brian, and they have daughter Amber. She enjoys most anything outdoors including running, camping, XC skiing, and would-be avid reader if she had more time.

Favorite Bible Verse

Proverbs 3:5-6

“Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; 6 in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.”

JPlatt@VailChristianAcademy.Org

B.A., Colorado Christian University

Teaching Experience

Mr. Platt started teaching in 2016 at VCHS, continuing at St. Clare of Assisi earning a Colorado State teaching license and began teaching at VCA in 2023.

Life at a Glance

Mr. Platt is originally from Loveland, Colorado and now lives in Edwards with his family, Kelly, Mathias and Auggie. He enjoys being outside in God’s creation adventuring, exploring, and spending time with people.

Favorite Bible Verse

Psalm 18:30-31

“For who is God, but the Lord? And who is a rock, except our God? The God who equipped me wth strength and made my way blameless. He made my feet like the feet of a deer and set me secure on the heights.”

K-8 Physical Education; O2 Director, Upper Academy Bible - SJohnson@VailChristianAcademy.Org

B.A., Southeast Missouri State University

Teaching Experience

Coach J has been teaching at VCA since 2015.

Life at a Glance

Coach J lives in Edwards with her husband Evan and dog Champ. Her hobbies include exploring God’s beautiful creation through visiting National Parks, camping, hiking, biking and golfing.

Favorite Bible Verse

Proverbs 3:5-6

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”

Music

Music; Chapel Band

Support Specialist - MHerr@VailChristianAcademy.Org

B.S., Liberty University

Teaching Experience

Mrs. Herr returned to VCA in January 2024 as the Support Specialist, after previously having worked here as an Upper Academy teacher in 2021/2022.

Life at a Glance

Mrs. Herr enjoys skiing, reading, traveling and adventuring with her husband, Zach and dog, Hutch.

Favorite Bible Verse

John 16:33

“I️ have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”

Reading Specialist - NKohrrmann@VailChristianAcademy.Org

B.A., Liberty University

Teaching Experience

Mrs. Kohrmann started teaching at VCA I️n 2023. She used to be a Board Member here and has previously been extremely involved with PTF.

Life at a Glance

Mrs. Kohrmann’s background is originally in ministry. She has three children Hunter, Reece, and TA. Her husband, Bryan, and her split time between Alaska and Colorado. Mrs. Kohrmann loves to travel and loves the beach.

Favorite Bible Verse

Psalm 100:5

"For the Lord is good. His unfailing love continues forever, and his faithfulness continues to each generation."

Reading Specialist - JWeiser@VailChristianAcademy.Org

B.S. and M.A., Texas A&M University

Teaching Experience

Mrs. Weiser began teaching in Texas in 2018 and has been teaching in the valley since 2019. She has taught fifth, third, and first grades. Mrs. Weiser started teaching at VCA in 2023. She is trained in Orton- Gillingham multi-sensory language instruction.

Life at a Glance

Mrs. Weiser is originally from Texas, but now lives in Edwards with her husband, Josh, and her new baby Benjamin! She enjoys hiking and snowshoeing, reading, baking, playing board games and watching her son discover the world.

Favorite Bible Verse

Romans 15:13

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”