Accelerated Learning Center Faculty
Dr. F. Canady
Charter Holder
Superintendent
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 (21 years)
Interesting Fact: Dr. Canady has run multiple marathons in his life.
“ALC students, parents and staff have made my past 21 years in education simply amazing and gratifying.”
Dr. S. Canady
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 (21 years)
Interesting Fact: Dr. Canady is the 5th generation Arizonan.
“All students come to ALC with a clean slate.”
Mrs. Curran
Principal
Executive Director
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
- Administrative Intern
- ALC Principal
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. Kabler
Assistant Principal
Education:
- Bachelor of History, Arizona State University
- Master of Education Leadership, Northern Arizona University
Experience:
- ALC English and History Teacher
- ALC Afternoon Principal
- ALC Assistant 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.”
Mr. Brinkman
Science Teacher
Education:
- Bachelor of Chemistry and Education, Augsburg College
Experience:
- Middle School Science Teacher
- High School Science Teacher
Interesting Fact: Mr. Brinkman is a certified lifeguard and swim instructor.
Mrs. 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. Fantin
Special Education Director
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Drake University
- Master of Arts in School Psychology, Capella University
Experience:
- Special Education Teacher
- School Psychologist
- Adjunct Instructor of Rio Salado Community College
Interesting Fact:Mrs. Fantin LOVES all sports and was a collegiate athlete. Her absolute favorite thing to do is play with her baby boy, Dawson.
Mrs. Markham
English Language Arts Teacher
Education:
- Master of Science in Instructional Technology, Grand Canyon University
- Bachelor of Arts, Arizona State University
- Teacher Certification, Rio Salado Community College
Experience:
- Technical Writer
- Communications and Marketing Consultant
- ALC English Teacher
Interesting Fact: Mrs. Markham is an Arizona Native.
Miss Merkel
Social Studies Teacher
Education:
- Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, Johns Hopkins University
Experience:
- English Language Arts Teacher
- History Teacher
- Adjunct Instructor, Essex County College
Interesting Fact: Miss Merkel is a former river guide. She loves chasing waterfalls!
Mr. Strnad
Math Teacher
IT Coordinator
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
Interesting Fact: Mr. Strnad minored in Spanish.
Mr. Tubb
Art and PE Teacher
Education:
- Bachelor of Education, Arizona State University
Experience:
- Elementary PE and Science Teacher
- ALC PE and Art Teacher
Interesting Fact: Mr. Tubb enjoys playing music and exploring the great outdoors.
Mrs. Wright
Teacher
Education:
- Bachelor of Education, Arizona State University
Experience:
- ALC Teacher
Interesting Fact: Mrs. Wright has traveled to all 50 states.