Interventionists
Connections Coordinator
Amy Okimoto - Students refer to me as Ms.Oki
Email: aokimoto2@cherrycreekschools.org
Years I have worked in education and at Summit:
30 years in education/ 4th year at Summit
Two things I am excited about this school year:
The students of Summit are Brilliant and Joyful! My favorite thing about working with students at Summit is the opportunity to help them grow in their Humanity.
Some interesting facts about me:
Ms.Oki was born in Turkey, and has taught in Japan and Nepal. Her favorite thing to do is collect passport stamps!
Instructional Coach
Mrs. Kim Reed - students refer to me as Mrs. Reed
Email: kreed41@cherrycreekschools.org
Years I have worked in education and at Summit:
Education-this is year 15, Summit--year 4
Education-this is year 15, Summit--year 4
My favorite things about working with students are:
I love building connections with kids and helping them reach their potential.
A few interesting things about me:
I'm originally from Maryland. I love to read, hike, and I still teach dance!
Occupational Therapist
Lyndsay Fountain - students refer to me as Mrs. Lyndsay
Years I have worked in education and at Summit:
I have been a school-based occupational therapist for 6 years, and this is my second year with Summit.
Two things I am excited about this school year:
My favorite thing about working with students is having the opportunity to make them feel seen and celebrated for their various strengths.
Some interesting facts about me:
An interesting thing about me is that I am also a family and pet photographer
Speech Therapists
Jennifer Kuhlen - Students refer to me as Ms. Kuhlen
Years I have worked in education and at Summit:
This is my 21th year in education and my 4th year at Summit
My favorite things about working with students are:
Seeing their excitement when they learning new things!
A few interesting things about me:
I enjoy going on hikes in the mountains and swimming. I have 2 children, we enjoy playing games and going on walks.
Erika Soderholm - students refer to me as Ms. Erika
Years I have worked in education and at Summit:
This is my third year as an SLP, and my second year at Summit!
My favorite things about working with students are:
My favorite thing about working with kids is seeing their creativity and the progress they make.
A few interesting things about me:
Something interesting about me is I am a Colorado Native.
Claire Morrison - students refer to me as Ms. Claire
Email: cmorrison2@cherrycreekschools.org
Years I have worked in education and at Summit:
I have worked in education for 5 years. This is my first year at Summit!
My favorite things about working with students are:
Their curiosity and imagination! I love getting to view the world through their eyes for the day
A few interesting things about me:
I am originally from San Francisco! I also grew up playing classical piano for 14 years
Teacher of Neurodiverse Students
Megan Minno - Students refer to me as Mrs. Minno
Email: mminno@cherrycreekschools.org
Years I have worked in education and at Summit:
I have been teaching for 9 years, in CCSD as a Gifted Learning Teacher for 6, and this is my fourth year at Summit!
What are two things you are excited for this school year?
This year I am excited to get to know the Summit Community and SOAR like an Eagle!
Some interesting facts about me:
My husband and I went to rival colleges (Alabama and Auburn) so our wedding cake was half of each football stadium - Roll Tide!!! We do not have any kids, but we do have two amazing golden retrievers, Luna and Leo!
English Language Acquisition Specialist
Rosa Reyes-Martinez - Students refer to me as Ms. Reyes
rreyesmartinez@cherrycreekschools.org
Years I have worked in education and at Summit:
This is my 19th year in education and third year at Summit.
This is my 19th year in education and third year at Summit.
My favorite things about working with students are:
My favorite things about working with students is seeing their smiles, watching them succeed, when they show curiosity, ask questions, and come up with their own solutions.
My favorite things about working with students is seeing their smiles, watching them succeed, when they show curiosity, ask questions, and come up with their own solutions.
A few interesting things about me:
I have a middle schooler that keeps me on my toes. I love to read, travel, and spend time with my family. I love animals and have a cat, a dog, and two birds.
Kerri McAllister - student refer to me as Ms. McAllister
Part Time at Summit
Years I have worked in education and at Summit:
23 years in education, second year at Summit
23 years in education, second year at Summit
My favorite things about working with students are:
My favorite things about working with students are hearing their thinking, sharing stories, and celebrating when they accomplish something difficult.
My favorite things about working with students are hearing their thinking, sharing stories, and celebrating when they accomplish something difficult.
A few interesting things about me:
I usually sneeze at least 5 times in a row and I have lived on three different continents.
Moderate Needs Specialist
Kate Champlin - students refer to me as Mrs. Champlin
Years I have worked in education and at Summit:
17 years teaching in Cherry Creek, second year at Summit
17 years teaching in Cherry Creek, second year at Summit
My favorite things about working with students are:
I love to laugh with my students and watch them grow as learners
I love to laugh with my students and watch them grow as learners
A few interesting things about me:
My family and I spend a lot of time outdoors. My daughter is 8 and my son is 4. We also have a dog named Blue who is 7. We love to spend time in the mountains and by the water.
Morley Wittenberg - students refer to me as Mrs. W or Mrs. Wittenberg
Years I have worked in education and at Summit:
I have been in in education for 23 years and 20 in CCSD. Second year at Summit.
I have been in in education for 23 years and 20 in CCSD. Second year at Summit.
My favorite things about working with students are:
I love the funny things kids say and hugs.
I love the funny things kids say and hugs.
A few interesting things about me:
I love to run with my dogs, tropical vacations and to go to the movies.
General Interventionalists
Ashley Hyyppa - students refer to me as Mrs. Hyyppa
Email: ahyyppa@cherrycreekschools.org
Years I have worked in education and at Summit:
This is my 5th year at Summit.
My favorite things about working with students are:
My favorite thing about working with students is all the relationships I get to build. It makes sharing in their learning all that more rewarding. The ah-ha moments students have when they discover something they didn't know before is very gratifying. I hope to make an impact with the students I work with, but more importantly, I hope they know the impact they have on me.
A few interesting things about me:
My first career was in computer programming. I have one daughter that attends Smoky Hill High School. My favorite place in the world is reading a book on the beach.
Permanent Sub
Chris McKay
Years I have worked in education and at Summit:
15 years and 2 at Summit
My favorite things about working with students are:
Bringing a smile or laugh to students, and guiding them to become more independent.
A few interesting things about me:
I love hiking, biking, and playing poker or chess. My daughter and I watch almost every Nuggets game together, and I am a Broncos fan. My mom went to South High in Denver, but I was born and raised in California. I met my wife playing co-ed soccer in Seattle. We moved to Birmingham Alabama, Pullman Washington, and Corvallis Oregon before landing in Colorado.