Meet the Team
Meet Our Talented Team
Our dedicated staff is deeply committed to supporting pregnant and parenting young parents through personalized education and compassionate care. We strive to create a safe, understanding, and welcoming environment where every student feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed. By working collaboratively and building strong relationships, we foster a sense of community so that everyone who walks through our doors knows they belong and has the opportunity to reach their goals.
Jamie Garn
Executive Director
jgarn@cardinalacademycharter.org
Heather Collett
Executive Assistant
hcollett@cardinalacademycharter.org
Amber Abercrombie
School Counselor
aabercrombie@cardinalacademycharter.org
Zach Gesford
Special Education Director
zgesford@cardinalacademycharter.org
Kim Grimes
Mathematics
kgrimes@cardinalacademycharter.org
Dan Neef
Social Studies
dneef@cardinalacademycharter.org
Greg Nelson
English Language
Artsgnelson@cardinalacademycharter.org
Kim Riggs
FACS/Capstone
kriggs@cardinalacademycharter.org
Joanna Bishop
Transportation
Michael Veloz
Transportation
Tim Wells
Transportation
Our Salvation Army/ Booth Program for Young Parents Partners
The Salvation Army and Booth Program for Young Parents partner with Cardinal Academy to provide a variety of wraparound services that support students’ academic, social, and emotional needs. This partnership helps remove many barriers to learning by connecting students and families with resources that promote stability, well-being, and overall success.
Major Premek Kramerius
The Booth Program For Young Parents
Major Charity Kramerius
The Booth Program For Young Parents
Kim Kelzer
Booth Program Director/ LCSW
The Booth Program For Young Parents
Tylee Naillon
Booth Program Assistant
The Booth Program For Young Parents
Lianne Hihath
Kitchen Manager
The Booth Program For Young Parents
Board Of Directors
Our school board is made up of caring, dedicated individuals who share a deep commitment to our students and school community. Each member brings unique perspectives and experiences, and together we work collaboratively to support student growth, well-being, and success.
JASON HUDSON
Vice-Chair
EMILY MCCLURE
Vice Chair/Secretary
Brady Watkins
Treasurer
Mike Caldwell
Trustee
Alicia Mattera
Trustee