Building a Community Where Students Thrive

Carbon Valley Academy is building a community to help kids grow through great academics, strong character, and a caring team of staff, teachers, and families.

What we do

Our mission is to foster a community focused on individual empowerment through intentional learning opportunities that inspire academic and character growth.

"Love the care and commitment clearly visible from staff to students!"
DeAngelo Nedio
Parent
Smiling teacher with a group of happy students at Carbon Valley Academy, showcasing a joyful and supportive learning environment

Why we're here

We nurture the whole child—academically, socially, and emotionally. Through purposeful learning, we create an environment where students feel seen, heard, and prepared for life’s challenges.

"I like to hear staff call my daughter by her name, and I love the feeling of the community."
Jaqueline Frayre
Parent

Carbon Valley Academy is a K-8 public charter school in the St. Vrain Valley School District focused on academic excellence and student preparation.

Our Values

At Carbon Valley Academy, our core values shape everything we do—building community, developing character, empowering students, acting with positive intent, and believing in every child’s potential.

Community

We create meaningful connections beyond just the school, teaching students they are supported and valued.

Character

We teach honesty, responsibility, and respect, helping students become thoughtful, respectful citizens.

Empowerment

We encourage independent thinking and collaboration, preparing students for lifelong success.

Positive Intent

We promote connection and understanding, resolving challenges with grace and compassion.

Belief

We believe in each student’s potential and in what we can achieve together for current and future families.

Our Carbon Valley Academy Staff

Stacey Chavez
Stacey Chavez

Director of Academics

Kristen Wilkinson
Kristen Wilkinson

Director of Operations

Bethany Schroeder
Bethany Schroeder

Assistant to the Executive Director

CassandraDeBolt
Cassandra Debolt

Front Desk

JessicaHetzel
Jessica Hetzel

Kindergarten

Kimberly Nix
Kimberly Nix

First Grade

Katie Powell
Katie Powell

Second Grade

John Cortner
John Cortner

Second Grade

AlyssaBaker
Alyssa Baker-Gomez

Third Grade

AmberMorgan
Amber Morgan

Third Grade

Elyse Barnette
Elyse Barnette

Fourth/Fifth ELA

Kelsey Paradis
Kelsey Paradis

Fourth/Fifth Math

AspenDufour
Aspen Dufour

Fourth/Fifth Science & Social Studies

Rick Schineller
Rick Schineller

Middle School Science and Social Studies

Victoria Conley
Victoria Conley

Middle School Math

AllisonConser
Allison Conser

Middle School English Language Arts

BethanyLeonhardt
Bethany Leonhardt

Music

Monica Kalina
Monica Kalina

Spanish

Cassidy Ross
Cassidy Ross

Physical Education & Health

Haley Ewing
Haley Ewing

Technology

Sara Cohara
Sara Cohara

Art

EmilyOlszewski
Emily Olszewski

Literacy Interventionist

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Karla Morris

Assistant to the Academic Director/Health Clerk

Osi Garcia
Osi Garcia

Special Education Para

Ruth Goiz
Ruth Goiz

Math Intervention Para

Bethany Schroeder
Bethany Schroeder

Middle School SPED Para

JessicaRodriguez
Jessica Rodriguez

Kindergarten Teacher Assistant

AshleyCongdon
Ashley Congdon

AM Homework Club/Para

CassandraDeBolt
Cassandra Debolt

Front Desk

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Mr. D

Bus Driver

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We’re excited to have you join our community! Simply fill out your details below, and our team will check for class availability and notify you about next steps.