Accelerated Learning Center Faculty
Dr. Frank Canady
Superintendent/ Charter Holder
Education:
- Associates Degree, Phoenix Junior College
- Bachelor of Elementary and Special Education, Arizona State University
- Master of Counseling, Arizona State University
- Doctor of Educational Administration, Northern Arizona University
Experience:
- Special Education Teacher
- Assistant Principal
- Principal
- Assistant Superintendent
- Superintendent
- ALC Charter Holder (20 years)
Interesting Fact: Dr. Canady has run multiple marathons in his life.
“ALC students, parents and staff have made my past 20 years in education simply amazing and gratifying.”
Dr. Sharon Canady
Special Education Director/ Curriculum Director / Charter Holder
Education:
- Bachelor of Education, Northern Arizona University
- Master of Administration, Northern Arizona University
- Doctor of Curriculum and Instruction, Northern Arizona University
Experience:
- Elementary Teacher
- Special Education Teacher
- Curriculum Specialist
- Principal
- ALC Charter Holder (20 years)
Interesting Fact: Dr. Canady is the 5th generation Arizonan.
“All students come to ALC with a clean slate.”
Mrs. Kelley Canady Curran
Principal
Education:
- Bachelor of Liberal Art, Loyola Marymount University
- Master of Education and Curriculum and Instruction, Grand Canyon University
- Reading Endorsement, Grand Canyon University
- Master of Educational Leadership, Northern Arizona University
Experience:
- Elementary Teacher
- ALC English Teacher (3 years)
- Administrative Intern
Interesting Fact: Mrs. Curran loves to travel and has lived in Spain and Australia.
“I truly feel that every student has the ability to be successful and it is my belief that an educator’s mission is to do everything possible to ensure this success.”
Mr. Michael Kabler
Assistant Principal
Education:
- Bachelor of History, Arizona State University
- Master of Education Leadership, Northern Arizona University
Experience:
- ALC English and History Teacher (16 years)
- ALC Afternoon Principal
Interesting Fact: Mr. Kabler enjoys hiking every opportunity he can.
“The cornerstone of my philosophy is attendance, attitude and effort. If you do these three things in school as well as life, your chances of success grow many fold.”
Mrs. Corrine Markham
English Language Arts Teacher
Education:
- Bachelor of Arts, Arizona State University
- Teacher Certification, Rio Salado Community College
Experience:
- Technical Writer
- Communications and Marketing Consultant
- ALC English Teacher (6 years)
Interesting Fact: Mrs. Markham is an Arizona Native.
Ms. Barbara Pease
English Language Arts Teacher
Education:
- Bachelor of Education, Arizona State University
- Master of Education, University of Phoenix
Experience:
- High School English Teacher
Interesting Fact: Mrs. Pease is currently writing a novel.
Mr. Stephen Strnad
Math Teacher
Education:
- Bachelor of Science Management, WP Carey College of Business - Arizona State University
- Teacher Certification, Rio Salado Community College
Experience:
- Account, Sales and Operations Manager
- ALC Math Teacher (6 years)
Interesting Fact: Mr. Strnad minored in Spanish.
Mr. Jason Hertzberg
Math Teacher
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Northern Arizona University
Experience:
- Civil Engineer
- High School Math Teacher
Interesting Fact: One of Mr. Hertzberg's goals is to visit all 50 U.S. states. He has already visited 25 of them, so he is half way there!
Mr. Barbara Nejman
History Teacher
Education:
Experience:
Interesting Fact:Mrs. Nejman was an Olympic Diver.
Mr. Bernard Strass
Social Studies Teacher
Education:
- Bachelor of Secondary Education and History, Arizona State University
- Juris Doctor, Creighton University School of Law
- Master of Administration and Supervision, University of Phoenix
Experience:
- High School Social Studies and Driver Education Teacher
- University Business Law and Ethics Professor
- Attorney
Interesting Fact: Mr. Strass traveled the Middle East extensively (Saudi Arabia, U.A.E., Jordan and Israel) and enjoys riding mountain bikes, tennis and snow skiing.
Mr. Robert Tubb
Art and PE Teacher
Education:
- Bachelor of Education, Arizona State University
Experience:
- Elementary PE and Science Teacher
- ALC PE and Art Teacher (15 years)
Interesting Fact: Mr. Tubb enjoys playing music and exploring the great outdoors.
Mrs. Mary Wright
Elective Teacher
Education:
- Bachelor of Education, Arizona State University
Experience:
- ALC Elective Teacher (19 years)
Interesting Fact: Mrs. Wright has traveled to all 50 states.
Mr. Michael Brinkman
Science Teacher
Education:
Experience:
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Mrs. Susan Coady
Administrative Assistant
Education:
- Bachelor of Arts, College of Staten Island
- Integrated Office Systems Certificate, Drake's Business School
Interesting Fact: Mrs. Coady is originally from New York and still has a New York accent.
Mrs. Varisa Zeleny
Administrative Assistant
Education:
- Associate of Arts in Theater, American Academy of Dramatic Arts
Interesting Fact: Mrs. Zeleny has performed in Off Broadway plays and is the co-founder of a theatre company in New York City.