Our Staff

Education: University of Akron – BA – Education, University of Akron – MA – School Counselor

I very much enjoy working with high school students. I taught high school French for 3 years before I received my degree in Counseling

Lifetime Resident of Akron, Ohio

Enjoy yard work, boating, reading

Hello, my name is Stephanie Gardner, and I am the 10th grade Success Coach for the 23/24 school year.  I am from Cleveland, OH, born and bred, and a product of Cleveland Public Schools. I am still very connected with my high school as the Vice President of the John Hay Alumni Association. I obtained an Associate of Applied Business (Information Technology – Information Application Specialist) from Cuyahoga Community College, a Bachelor of Arts in Communication, and a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction/Education Technology from Cleveland State University. This school year marks my 36th year in Education (YIKES)!  I love meeting and working with students. Although it can be quite challenging, the relationships I have built over the years make it worth it! I have twin sons, Jamal Austin and Jerrod Amir, and I am a caregiver for my mother, who is 92 and still loves to get in the kitchen to cook and bake for her family when she can. I love to travel when I can (although I have not been out of the country yet because I have a limit on how far I feel comfortable flying, lol). Seafood is my favorite food. I love family gatherings and love to read, but I can only do it when I have absolutely nothing else to do because nothing else gets done if I get caught up in a good book!! I LOVE ALL THE LAW AND ORDERS, CHICAGO SHOWS, AND ABBOTT ELEMENTARY.

I am Mrs. Hardy, a CBI/CTE Instructor here at Gateway. I was born and raised in the Cleveland area, where I graduated high school at Whitney M. Young. I continued my education at Cleveland State University, earning my bachelor’s in health science and my master’s in educational technology. I have 3 children, 2 girls who are 4 and 11, and my son is 13 years old. I also have a Pitbull named Scar and a Russian Blue cat named Ganchu (my daughter named him when she was 3:). I enjoy being a traveling AAU mom, and although it is hectic at times, my family enjoys our adventures. My favorite vacation destinations are Jamaica, Florida, and Mexico. Although I am not into sports, I enjoy watching my son play basketball and watching the Cavaliers. I love working at Gateway because I enjoy helping kids. Working virtually allows me to reach many more kids I wouldn’t have access to otherwise.

Hello everyone! My name is Mr. Huffman. I was born and raised in Sidney, Ohio, a town north of Dayton in the middle of corn fields. I graduated from the University of Cincinnati and have been working with Accel Schools for a year and a half. This school year, I will teach Biology, Physical Science, and Music Appreciation. I live in the Columbus area, and we have a dog named Nina. I am excited to get to know all of you and grow together at Gateway!

Molly Maurer graduated from Stark State College with a degree in English Composition and from the University of Akron with a degree in education. She was homeschooled up until college, so she knows personally the benefits and challenges of doing school in an non-traditional setting. This is her second year at Gateway, and she is excited to help her students succeed again this year. A fun fact about her is that she has grapheme-color synesthesia, which means she sees letters and numbers in color.

My Name is Mr. McIntyre, and this is my 12th year as a teacher! I grew up in North Canton and graduated from Hoover High School in 2008. I also attended the University of Mount Union, where I graduated (2012) with a bachelor's degree in history, and Ashland University, where I graduated (2017) with a master's degree in education. I live in Canton with my dog Truman. When I'm not going on adventures with Truman, I watch Browns, Cavs, and Guardians games or work on projects in my house or yard.

I live in Northeast Ohio on the shores of our beautiful Lake Erie. I’ve taken classes in schools from Madrid to Cuernavaca, most recently completing a language course in Slovenia this past summer. My M.Ed. is in Special Education from Kent State University. My husband and I love hiking and traveling. I have two adult children who live nearby and often join us on our adventures. Working at Gateway has allowed me to meet many amazing students with inspiring stories of their own.
I’m looking forward to the new school year!

My name is Lauren Powell, and I am from Wooster, Ohio. I received my bachelor's degree in education and family sciences from The Ohio State University. I am married, and my husband and I have two little girls. We have a mini Goldendoodle, Max, who we just adore! For fun, we like to go to sporting events and travel around with our girls!

I have been a lifelong resident of Northeast Ohio, and I enjoy spending time with my family, watching football, and eating (I love my family, football, and food). I have been married for 20 years, and my wife and I have a 10-year-old son. I attended Malone University and Kent State University. I have experience as a detention officer, social worker, online tutor, preschool teacher (the hardest job ever), substitute teacher, parent mentor, and interviewer for the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities. My favorite part about teaching for Gateway is connecting with students and helping them find success. World History is my content area, but students are my focus.

Ms. Ross is a 10th grade English teacher entering her third year with Gateway and her fifth year of teaching. She graduated from Miami University in 2018, and when she wasn’t studying education, she spent her free time performing with an all-female a cappella group called the TrebleMakers. As a native Cincinnatian, Ms. Ross loves the Reds and, most importantly, the reigning AFC North champs, the Cincinnati Bengals. WHO DEY!

I am Muriel Suttles, a licensed social worker. I obtained my undergraduate degree from Antioch McGregor College and my graduate degree from the University of Cincinnati, a Master of Social Work. I enjoy traveling to perform, modeling, and line dancing for exercise in my free time. Fun fact: my free time usually includes hanging out and creating new, exciting, fun experiences with my great-nieces and nephews!!!

I teach U.S. History and Modern Art History. I love that Gateway supports students and that we provide flexible paths for students to graduate. I was born in the Cleveland area, grew up in Athens, and currently live in the Columbus area. Go, Browns! Go, Guardians! Go, Cavs! Go, Bobcats! Go, Blue Jackets! I received my B.S. and M.A. in Geography and my M.Ed. in Integrated Social Studies from Ohio University. I am working on a Master of Arts in Teaching American History and Government from Ashland University. My wife Linda is a 4th grade teacher, and our son Henry is entering 1st grade. I enjoy learning languages on Duolingo, playing tennis, and taking Krav Maga classes. 

My name is Traci Clark, and I live in central Ohio with my family and Jack, our 3 ½-year-old dog. I enjoy watching my daughter's sports, traveling, walking/ hiking, being on the water, and generally spending time outside. I'm a former classroom teacher and Success Coach and will serve as the 9th and 12th grade Guidance Support Coach and one of the Onboarding Coaches this year. Welcome to Gateway Online Academy!

My name is Mr. Craddieth, and I am the high school senior success coach. I am a huge Michigan fan and grew up in Michigan (GO BLUE). I attended the University of Toledo and earned my bachelor's in communication and my master's degree in Liberal Studies and Education. I have two daughters and a son, Corwin, Carmen and Corinna. This year is my 15th in education, and I enjoy learning, growing, and molding minds. Some of my hobbies include attending volleyball games, watching college football, and reading books related to historical facts about the world. One thing I like most about my job is connecting with students and encouraging them to think "outside the box." 

I am starting my 10th year teaching and am very happy to be at Gateway. I have two daughters who are grown and busy working. Between my husband, my two daughters, and myself, we have three dogs. They keep us very busy! We also went on vacation to St. Louis, MO, this summer. Also, I love to read and like to spend time talking with others about books on Booktube.

I am Rose Morris. This is my 8th year teaching. I have taught High School Special Education virtually for all 8 years! I was born and raised in Toledo and graduated from the University of Toledo with a degree in Special Education. I have worked at Gateway since last year, and I love to talk to the diverse population of students and learn new things from them. I am a wife and mother of 3 daughters, all under the age of 10. It’s hectic at my house. I live on a farm; we currently have a ton of chickens and a cat we call Tiger. I love to garden, and we are starting to build our orchard. In my free time, I like to… well, if I had free time, I would be trying new recipes and going on adventures with my family, including big travel and mini trips. My favorite thing about our family (besides the people) is our non-negotiable rule for our travel/trips. Everyone on our trip is required to try something new. It can be a new food or experience, but something you have never done. We keep learning as a priority in our family.

Mirela Pashaj is a graduate of Cleveland State University. Mirela has served over 17 years in education as a math teacher, coach, and adjunct faculty. She is married, has one daughter and one cat, and resides in Lakewood, Ohio. Her family enjoys traveling, watching sports, and spending time together. Mirela is excited about working with staff and students this school year, helping all students succeed at Gateway Online Academy, and helping them reach their goals towards graduation.

My name is Ms. Passarelli. I've been teaching science for 17 years, and this is my sixth year teaching online. I am a former animal trainer turned teacher, and I love to share animal stories with my students. :) I have a hubby and two kids, ages 19 and 16. We have three chickens, one dog, two cats, and one corn snake. I love all things nature. I'm so excited to be here and am ready for another fun-filled year of science! 

I grew up in Clark and Champaign counties (the middle western area of Ohio). I have a BS in Animal Science from THE Ohio State University and a Master’s in Education from Antioch University— Midwest. I have been married for 18 years, and my husband, Greg, and I have 2 daughters. Hannah is 15, and Lily is 11. We live on a working farm. We have horses, cows, donkeys, goats, pigs, chickens, rabbits, dogs and barn cats. In addition to 4-H, marching band, and swim team activities, we like to garden and preserve our harvests. I love working with students here at Gateway. I love the flexibility that Gateway offers its students and the ability to recover credits quickly to become eligible for graduation.

I’m your 10th grade School Counselor with Gateway Academy. I’m originally from Pennsylvania; I was born and raised in Pittsburgh, where I completed my schooling. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience and a Master’s in School Counseling. After spending much time in the lab, it was clear that I was passionate about the human experience, especially connecting with others, and wanted to pivot to a more person-centered field. I moved to Ohio in the last few years with my first counseling position, and I’m enjoying it so far! One of my favorite activities is thrifting and antiquing in the city. I have a younger brother who I’m very close with, two silly cats, and a young daughter that my world absolutely revolves around. I love to travel; I studied Italian for four years when I was younger, and, as it turns out, Italy is my absolute favorite place in the world. In any free time left over to myself, I explore many hobbies that allow the freedom of creative expression. I love to paint, draw, dance, knit, write, collage, photograph, digital design, teach, and more; I’ve even written two books. New Girl is my favorite show of all time. Green is my favorite color. I collect bottle caps, bookmarks, and memorabilia from my adventures with my family. Who am I? I’m almost thirty years old and still believe in the magic in the world.

I am new to the state of Ohio. Recently, I moved from Florida, where I earned a Bachelor’s degree in the Social Sciences from Florida Atlantic University. Shortly after that, I earned a Master’s degree in Education Technology. I have more than 15 years of high school teaching experience. One of the main reasons I love teaching is my students’ genuine, good-natured character. They make my day a happier one. Finally, I have been married for 35 years and have two grown children, two young grandchildren, and two dogs. It has been a pleasure working with the Gateway community.

I'm from Stark County, Ohio. I attended the University of Mount Union, where I obtained degrees in Biology and Life Science Education. I'm married to my high school sweetheart, who has a dog named Crosby and a cat named Walnut. I love the outdoors and do everything I can to stay outside. I also love to read, and there's never a time that I'm not listening to music. 

I teach Health and Physical Education as well as Character Education. I grew up in Toledo, Ohio, where I continued my education at the University of Toledo. After obtaining my degree, I started teaching in sunny Las Vegas! Now, with 2 children(5 and 3 years old), we have settled back in Ohio, where we have 5 chickens, 2 rabbits, and 1 dog. My favorite thing to do is spend time with my family. We enjoy taking golf cart rides down our country roads. If I am not teaching or spending time with my family, you will find me at Target or a thrift store!

This is my first year at Gateway, but not my first year teaching students virtually. I have 13 years of experience as an online teacher and 5 years of experience teaching at a traditional brick-and-mortar high school. Growing up, I attended Northmor High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education at The Ohio State University. A couple of years later, I decided to earn my Master of Teaching and Learning from Kaplan University as an online student. At Ashland University, I took courses to become a licensed Intervention Specialist, then returned to OSU for my Career Based Intervention Endorsement. My husband and our dog and 5 cats reside in Galion, OH. When I'm not teaching, I enjoy spending time with my family and pets, baking, sewing, crafting, shopping, and being outdoors. I look forward to working with the students and families of Gateway! Students, no matter what, don't give up! When you become frustrated, I encourage you to contact me or another Gateway staff member instead of quitting. Together, we will work through the obstacles. 

I grew up in a small town in northwest Ohio. I attended Bowling Green State University, where I met the love of my life, now my husband of 18 years. I never imagined I would come back to northwest Ohio, but I returned here to teach. I taught junior high and high school English for almost 20 years. During that time, I obtained two master’s degrees in teaching. I am happy to be with Gateway as an English Intervention and Mythology teacher. Outside of school, I love to hang out with my family, which includes two girls and two boys, ages 16, 13, 10, and 7. I also have a big German Shepherd who only loves me and an embarrassingly large number of cats. When we meet, you can try to guess how many! We are a football family! You can catch me watching my son play on his 8th grade team or at home rooting for the Browns! We stay busy with our kids’ activities, such as soccer, volleyball, football, and art. My daughters love anime and often cosplay for fun, while my sons love video games such as Fortnite, COD, and FNAF. I would love to get to know you more, too. I hope to see you in the classroom!

Hello! I’m Brooke Endly. I am teaching 12th grade English Language Arts at Gateway Online Academy. This is my first year as a full-time teacher, and I am excited to begin my career and get to know all my students. I’m originally from a small town in Southeastern Ohio, where I attended Muskingum University. I currently live in Columbus with my fiancé, Joey. Some things to know about me: I love to read on my Kindle in the evenings, specifically crime fiction and romance novels. I am getting a cockapoo puppy at the end of August and naming her Molly. I love the show Gilmore Girls and have re-watched it multiple times. Coffee is my favorite thing to drink. Finally, I love to go on long walks around my neighborhood while listening to the latest true crime podcast. I am excited to get to know all my students this school year and watch them excel academically and graduate high school!

I grew up in Northeast Ohio and have lived in Lorain for 34 years. I have been married to my husband, Paul, for 32 years, and we have three children. I attended the University of Toledo for my undergraduate degree and earned a master’s degree from Ashland University and my school counseling licensure from Cleveland State University. I love all Cleveland sports teams and attending the Cleveland Browns games! I enjoy spending time with family and friends, listening to live music, playing cards, and traveling. I am excited to be working with the students at Gateway this year!
I look forward to helping students achieve their goal of earning a high school diploma and preparing for the next phase of life.

I'm Mr. Ferrer, and I teach Geometry at Gateway. I grew up outside of Cleveland, OH, and studied at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh. I spent a little over 6 years as an officer in the Submarine Navy, most of which I was stationed on the USS Dallas. I have a wife and 2 kids (1 middle schooler and 1 high schooler). As much as possible, we travel to the Philippines (where my father was from). We live with 2 dogs, 4 cats, 2 frogs, and a fish. I enjoy listening to and playing music, exercising, and playing video games. I've taught high school math for several years, and while new to Gateway, I am already enjoying working with the students and staff here.

Hi! My name is Mrs. Erica Fultz-Calhoun, but I go by Mrs. Calhoun. Southern Ohio is where I call home with my husband and our many pets. Here at Gateway, I am a high school science teacher. I have a license in integrated science. In 2017, I graduated from the University of Rio Grande with a bachelor’s degree in Adolescent to Young Adult Physical Sciences Education and an associate’s degree in chemistry. During my time in education, I have worked with students of all ages in various science classes. Outside of school, I enjoy rescuing animals of all shapes and sizes, reading, and working on my vintage cars.

Hello! I am Kayla Haag, and I teach World History A and B and Personal Psychology here at Gateway. I was born in Akron, Ohio, but I mainly grew up in Valley View, Ohio. I am the oldest of three siblings; I have a younger sister and brother. I graduated from the University of Akron with my Bachelor's in AYA Integrated Social Studies and History. When not teaching, I enjoy camping and cooking.

Hello, my name is Casey Kitchen. I grew up in Fostoria, Ohio, and currently live just outside of Fostoria. I graduated from Fostoria City Schools and earned my bachelor’s degree from the University of Findlay. I am married and have two young boys and two dogs! I love to travel, play sports, and camp at different state parks in my free time. I am a huge sports fan. I root for the Cleveland Cavilers, Browns, and Guardians, and I am a die-hard Buckeyes fan! My perfect vacation is my annual trip to Mexico in the Cancun area. A fun fact about myself is that I played in the baseball  Little League World Series at ages 13 and 14. My team finished 4th place in both years. I won the team MVP award both years! I am excited to be a part of the Gateway family and help students achieve their goals of graduating and preparing for future endeavors. 

Hello! I am Renee Maedeker and I am teaching Algebra 1. I have a huge passion for teaching mathematics. I believe all students have worth and the ability to succeed. I will invest my time and talents in my students. Outside of teaching, I enjoy spending time with my family. I grew up in and still enjoy living in the Columbus area. My husband, daughter, dog, and I like doing things together, including bike riding, hiking, camping, swimming, going to the library, especially for story time, having fun on the playground, and other preschooler adventures.

My name is Madeline Marston, and I am excited to start the first year of my teaching career with Gateway! I attended university online at Western Governors University for a degree in Special Education, so I look forward to sharing my tips and tricks for online learning with my students and having that in common with them. In my free time, I love to play music and travel around the U.S. and the Caribbean to perform. I have a black cat named Spooky who loves to join me on camera.

I was born and raised in the metro Detroit area. I graduated from the University of Michigan with a bachelor’s degree in biology and a master’s in Biology from Cleveland State University. In the past, I’ve taught college-level biology and physics. However, I get the most reward and enjoyment from working with high school students. I joined Gateway as a Guidance and Onboarding coach to help give high school students a space to grow and excel. I have two beautiful daughters and a wonderful husband. I enjoy spending my time with my family, reading, and baking.

Mr. Oxley joins Gateway Online Academy Ohio with 34 years of experience teaching mathematics, music, and physics at the high school, junior high school, and career college levels. He has been a Mathematics Specialist, focusing on not only teaching algebra and geometry but also the Math of Personal Finance applied to algebra and tutoring math to individual students to improve their test-taking strategies and test scores. Coming from several virtual schools with a wealth of experience, Mr. Oxley holds a Master's Degree from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and a Bachelor's Degree from the University of the Cumberlands. He also completed additional studies at Miami University and the University of Cincinnati, earning teacher certifications in mathematics and physics from 1991 to 2015. Also, during this period, Mr. Oxley developed an online curriculum and delivered online instruction at the high school and career college levels. He will continue to use his leadership training, experience, and math teaching strategies to benefit Gateway Online Academy's students who struggle with algebra 1, 2, and geometry. These three areas have been his favorite math subjects for all 34 years of his career. His students are encouraged to ask questions when they want and need help. He looks forward to getting to know our students and leading them to success in math, graduating, and life!

This is my 6th year as an Intervention Specialist. I am so excited to join Gateway to continue to inspire students and see everyone succeed for a better future! I grew up in a tiny town called Waynesville, Ohio. I graduated from Wright State University with my Bachelor of Science and Masters in Education. I recently graduated from American College of Education (ACE) with my second Masters in Educational Leadership. I love spending as much time as possible with my family, friends, and four dogs. I am a coach at TITLE Boxing Club and love to remodel homes. I am a huge Bengals (Who-Dey) and Ohio State fan (O-H.....), and I love to watch football. If I had the perfect vacation, it would be with my family and friends on the beach. 

My father was a career Army officer, so we moved around often. I have lived in Oklahoma, what used to be West Germany; New Jersey; Georgia; Dayton, Ohio; Georgia again; Missouri; and finally, Kentucky. I graduated from Northern Kentucky University and began teaching in Kentucky before moving to Cincinnati, where I still live with my 16-year-old Yorkie. My favorite sport is basketball; I coached high school teams before moving to Cincinnati. I have visited Virginia Beach, Myrtle Beach, Cocoa Beach, and Gatlinburg for family vacations. My favorite has always been Myrtle Beach due to the atmosphere and other things to do besides the beach, and it takes a lot less time to get there and back compared to Florida.  

I am very excited to get to know all my students this school year! I grew up in Leroy, Ohio, a small town near Painesville. I have an Associate of Science degree and a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Students with a concentration in Child and Youth Development. I also have a Master of Education in Professional School Counseling. I received all of my degrees from Kent State University...go Flashes! I currently live in Painesville with my husband and two dogs. I enjoy hiking, traveling, and spending time with family/friends. My favorite sports team is the Cleveland Guardians! What I love most about my job is forming strong connections with my students and watching their growth throughout the years. 

I live in the Dayton, Ohio, area, which is where I’m from! I attended THE Ohio State University, where I studied psychology, and then the University of Dayton for School Psychology. I am a school psychologist here at Gateway Online Academy. I lived in Cincinnati for 15 years and recently returned to Dayton. My family is small. My husband is a physical therapy assistant, and my son is a 10-year-old red-headed boy who loves baseball. I also have an 8-pound dog, Chewy, a hamster, and a hermit crab. I love swimming and singing, and I am a fan of the Ohio State Buckeyes, Cincinnati Reds, and Bengals, and my son got me to like the New York Yankees. Together, we want to visit every MLB ballpark. We have visited ballparks for vacations and enjoy going to lakes or beaches. I like waterskiing, bodyboarding, running in the sand, and eating seafood! I just started with Gateway, but I am excited to help students graduate and serve in a school that can reach out to students all over Ohio!

I am a Career-Based Intervention teacher. I earned a Master’s degree and have experience mentoring high school students. I aim to guide students to success as they transition to the workforce. Using various tools and assessments, students can identify what is a good fit for them. So, let’s start planning!

My name is (Stefanie) Rene Salyer, and I serve as an intervention specialist for Gateway Online Academy! This is my third year in education and my second time teaching in a virtual setting. I graduated from Bowling Green State University with my bachelor's in intervention and master's in special education. I am also completing an education specialist degree in behavior analysis and a graduate certificate in neuroscience. Outside of the school setting, I serve as a state-level leadership team member for the Social Emotional Learning Alliance for Ohio. When I'm not busy studying or working, you can often find me spending time with my husband and pets. My husband is also a high school educator. We love to spend our evenings exploring our community with our two pomskies. If it is the weekend, you can often find me playing one of my thirteen instruments, going on a long hike, or watching one of my favorite sports teams.

This is my 8th year teaching, my first year with Gateway, and my first year online. I grew up in a tiny little town near Cincinnati, Ohio, and I still live in the Cincinnati area. Who Dey!! I went to the University of Cincinnati for my undergraduate degree and the University of Dayton for my master’s. I have been married to my husband Jacob for three years, and we have a one-year-old daughter. We also have one dog and one cat, and I would love to add more cats to the mix soon! Cat lady through and through. In my free time, I love to go outdoors, kayak, walk, or hang out in the fresh air (as long as it’s not too cold). Fall is my favorite time of year, and I love all things spooky; horror movies are my favorite! 👻

Hi! My name is Cori Shaw, and this is my 1st year teaching at Gateway. I grew up in Washington Court House, Ohio, where I live with my husband and 2 boys. I went to the University of Cincinnati for 2 years before transferring to Wright State, where I graduated with my bachelor’s and master’s degrees. I love to read, cook, take walks, and go on vacations with my large family…all 20 of us! I’m also a fan of THE Ohio State University and the San Francisco 49ers.

I’m thrilled to say this is my 15th year teaching English. I grew up in North Royalton, Ohio, and graduated with an Integrated Language Arts Education degree from Ashland University in 2009. I began my teaching career in a private school in the Cleveland area before moving to Toledo in 2014, where I taught for six years in the Bowling Green City School District. For the past few years, I’ve taught virtual high school English classes for public school students throughout Lake and Geauga counties as part of the ESC of the Western Reserve. This is my first year with Gateway, and I will be teaching English 9 and English 12 and credit recovery. I now reside again in the Northeast Ohio area; I’m a casual Cleveland sports fan. Some of my hobbies include spending time with family, gardening, decorating, watching TV and movies, and reading mystery and fantasy series. My husband and I love going on vacations to Orlando, Florida, visiting Universal Studios and Disney World. I really enjoy doing anything musical, artistic, or creative. For example, I love to paint with watercolor and acrylic and design my own jewelry. I taught myself to play Taylor Swift songs on the acoustic guitar. Lastly, I know this sounds cliché as an English teacher, but my favorite activity of all is writing. It is my dream one day to become a published novelist. I am looking forward to a great school year at Gateway! I want my students to know that I support them 100%. I am always here to listen and problem-solve the best solution.  I want nothing more than to see them be successful. 

I am an Intervention Specialist at Gateway Online Academy. I grew up in Wellington, Ohio, where I enjoyed spending time at the Lorain County Fair every August.  I received my Bachelor's degree at Baldwin Wallace University and my Master's Degree at Ashland University.  I have two sons. Rylan is 23 and is finishing up his last year of physician assistant grad school at the University of Mount Union, where he also attended undergrad and played soccer.  Yes, I was a soccer mom!!  My younger son Cody is 20. He just completed paramedic school and plans to become a firefighter soon. I have been married to my high school sweetheart, Bob, for over 28 years!!  In my free time, I enjoy working out, taking walks in the Metroparks, golfing, and hanging out with friends and family.  My favorite sports team is the Cleveland Browns, and I hope to live long enough to see a Super Bowl Championship someday! My perfect vacation is heading to a beach.  My favorite beaches include Treasure Island and Destin, both in Florida.  What I like best about Gateway is the super-supportive staff and administration.  I also enjoy helping students achieve their goal of graduating and earning their diplomas.

Ms. Humphrey is a Guidance Support Coach with Gateway Academy. She graduated from Baldwin-Wallace University with a Bachelor of Science in Education and holds a Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction from Cleveland State University. Ms. Humphrey taught Language Arts and Social Studies and served as an elementary Technology Coordinator before joining Gateway. She is committed to supporting our students and excited to help them as they work toward their academic goals. In her free time, Ms. Humphrey loves to read.

Jennifer is the SCHOOL COUNSELOR at Gateway Online Academy of Ohio. She is so excited to be a part of the team at Gateway and looks forward to forming lasting relationships with her students. Jennifer received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Eastern Kentucky University and a master’s in School Counseling from Wright State University. She has been a school counselor since 2011. Her favorite part about this job is seeing students through this stage of life and watching them develop into independent, strong young adults. She, her husband, and their three children live on a farm, raising many animals. Spending time outdoors with family is her favorite thing to do!

I was born and raised in a small, FAR northern California town. I attended California State University Sacramento for my Criminal Justice and Psychology undergrad and continued to the University of the Pacific to obtain my Master's in education. I live on a houseboat in Middle Tennessee, where I spend my free time with my family and friends. Summer is my favorite season, and once the lake temps warm up, you will find me out of the water wake surfing, riding jet skis, wakeboarding, or even floating around. We have two teenage daughters in high school and one dog named Willow, who is 13 years old and still full of life. I love to travel, snowboard, snorkel, fish, and go on a good long hike.