The teachers at Liahona are some of the finest to be found in any educational system. Our teachers are passionate about including gospel truth along with their academic subjects. They are excited about learning and impart that attitude to their students. They believe that learning can be fun as well as educational, and at Liahona, it is!
Brent DeGraff:
History
Brother DeGraff teaches the Intermediate, Freshman and Senior classes. He is passionate about history and the principles of freedom! His credentials include: Instructor for the Church Education System, International Director of Schools for the Center for Educational Restoration, and Operations Director and Distance Learning Coordinator for the Center for Alternative Education. Brother DeGraff creates a learning atmosphere which touches a student's heart and helps them understand the importance of the role they play in our country's future.
Tracy Willburn:
English
Sister Willburn has a gift for making grammar understandable and her Freshman and Senior students leave her classes extremely well prepared for college! She is dyslexic and dysgraphic and has great empathy for those who struggle with English. Despite those challenges, she graduated with honors from BYU in English and Classic Literature. She has her MA in Comparative Literature and received her Doctorate from the University of Utah. She has taught at BYU and currently teaches at Utah Valley State College. She has published several professional articles and speaks five languages.
Sam Neiswender:
Science, Algebra 1/2
Brother Neiswender teaches the Freshman and Senior Biology classes. He is currently studying Biology Education at Utah Valley State College. He has written curriculum for the Boys and Girls Club and mentors at-risk youth. Brother Nieswender has been on championship Ballroom Dance teams, is an avid Yankees and Jazz fan and loves working with the students.
Krysta Boyle :
English
Sister Boyle teaches the Intermediate classes.
She is finishing her English Teaching degree at Utah Valley University.
Amy Hartley:
Science, Health
Sister Hartley has a Bachelor's degree in Community Health from Utah Valley University. She is working toward a Doctorate and has completed many additional classes in the Sciences - Biology, Chemistry and Anatomy, to name a few. She loves science and all the fun doors it opens. Sister Hartley is passionate about her testimony and how easily religion ties into all things scientific and feels strongly that the only way to teach science is through a religious lens.
Administration:
Our friendly office staff is knowledgeable about education and home school issues. They are happy to assist you in any way possible.
Patty Taylor:
Sister Taylor is our receptionist. She is the person you will most likely speak with first. If you have questions about Liahona's Programs or would like to visit the school, talk to Sister Taylor.
Kelli Stowers:
Questions about Liahona? Questions about report cards? Wondering if you are on track for graduation? Call Sister Stowers. Accreditation issues, Grades and Accreditation Counseling appointments are among her many duties.
Joanne Smith:
Sister Smith heads up Liahona's Finance Department. Contact her for any tuition or other finance related questions.
Melody Rush:
Sister Rush has been involved in the field of education for many years. She currently assists with the day-to-day operations at Liahona. She also updates / maintains the Liahona database and website, so if you have any questions in these areas, please contact her.
Kolleen DeGraff:
Sister DeGraff is Liahona's administrator. She has a Bachelors degree in Communications, has taught at Salt Lake Community College and co-authored several books including "When Together Forever Doesn't Last", "Threads of Liberty", the "Wisemen Raised Up" series, and other Liahona text books.
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