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Elliott Akporherhe

High School Mathematics Teacher, Advisor

  • Licensed by the state of Minnesota in the following area(s): 5-12 Mathematics
  • Email: elliott@cpathmn.org
  • Direct Dial Phone Number: (612) 540-0783
Hi, My name is Mr. Elliott. I am very excited to be at Career Pathways. I have my undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering from City College of New York and am now working on my Masters at Hamline University in Math Education. My reason for coming here is to make students love math and also to pique their interest in science, technology and engineering careers as well. I have a family including 3 kids that keep me busy. My hobbies are going to church, watching movies and sports, dancing and listening to music. I intend to be at Career Pathways for a long time as well.

Destiny Anderson

Front Office Assistant

My name is Destiny Anderson I am so excited to be joining the Career Pathways team!
My hobbies include reading, playing video games and going on scenic bike rides. My love for children other than my own, began when I became a camp counselor a few years ago. From there I became a Sunday School teacher for 3-7 year olds. I spent some time as a soccer coach before deciding that I’d really like to be a part of a  classroom setting and make a difference in the day -to-day lives of Career Pathway students. I am excited for this opportunity and look forward to working with you all!

 

Aaron Brostrom

Paraprofessional

Hello! My name is Aaron. I’m new here at Career Pathways. I just moved here from small town Spring Valley Wisconsin. I have had many different jobs in my past that have included working with kids at the Minnesota Children’s Museum to working with addicts at a treatment center. I enjoy kayaking, hiking, camping, performing and listening to music. I live with my cat Meg and am so excited to be here!

Andrew Feyder

MTSS Paraprofessional

Welcome friends! Here we gather together, and today is another opportunity for each of us! My name is Andrew Feyder, a local St. Paul guy for the last 20+ years. I’m a dad, play drums and guitar (“drummer strummer”), long walker, world traveler, avid drive thru-er, amateur impressionist, baseball umpire and occasional dreamer. Let’s get to work! Me too! Turns out learning is fun, and it feels awesome. Have a great day – I believe in YOU!

Emily Freske

School Social Worker

  • Licensed by the states of Minnesota and Nebraska in the following area(s): School Social Work
  • Email: emily@cpathmn.org
  • Direct Dial Phone Number: (612) 540-0771

Hi, my name is Emily, and I am excited to begin working at Career Pathways! I recently graduated from the University of Omaha at Nebraska with a Master of Social Work. I worked with youth while obtaining my degree and was having so much fun I decided to continue the same path.

In my free time I enjoy exploring Minneapolis and hanging with my dog, Bentley. I also enjoy the outdoors, especially hiking and kayaking. Some new hobbies I plan on trying are ice skating (it seems right, living in Minnesota) and piano. I also want to take a pottery class and attempt to learn Spanish!

Hannah Glowczewski

Middle School Mathematics Teacher, Advisor, MARSS Coordinator, School Board Member

  • Licensed by the state of Minnesota in the following area(s): K-6 Education, 5-8 Mathematics
  • Email: hannah@cpathmn.org
  • Direct Dial Phone Number: (612) 540-0891
Hi, my name is Hannah. I was born and raised in Winona, Minnesota. I grew up working for my family’s restaurant that has been open for 80+ years! I graduated from Winona State University with teaching degrees in elementary education and math education. I spend most of my free time with family and friends. I enjoy being outside, camping, cooking, and shopping. I look forward to meeting and working with all of my new students!

Anati Hassan

Paraprofessional

Hello, my name is Anati Hassan and I’m a new special education paraprofessional here at Career Pathways! Having been a student here throughout both middle and high school, this school has played a big role in my personal and academic growth. I’m excited to give back to the school community by applying the knowledge and skills I have gained from here.

I am currently a student at the University of Minnesota. I’m majoring in Biology with hopes to work in the healthcare field, more specifically in dentistry. In my free time, I enjoy cooking, journaling, playing tennis, and spending time with family and friends.

Nyia Her

Science Teacher, Advisor, School Board Member

  • Licensed by the state of Minnesota in the following area(s): 5-8 Science, 9-12 Life Science
  • Email: nyia@cpathmn.org
  • Direct Dial Phone Number: (612) 540-0784

Hello all,  I’m so very excited to be a part of the CPATH team! I’m looking forward to getting to know and working with all of you. 

In my free time I like to relax with music and catch up on the news or television shows. I have 15 nieces and nephews I enjoy playing with. And I also have a black and white husky named John Snow, that I love taking out on walks. 

Lastly, please remember that, “Everything will be okay in the end. If it’s not okay, it’s not the end.” 

Jacinda Heywood

Lead Paraprofessional

Hello, my name is Jacinda Heywood, and will be a special education paraprofessional this year! I used to be a student here at Career Pathways. While I was a student I did the PSEO program and attended Century College to get my certificate in welding. Being able to go to college while still being in high school is one of the best decisions I have ever made, and I regret not doing it sooner. I am so thrilled to become a staff member here and can’t wait to get to know everyone!

 

Ben Hieronymus

Paraprofessional

Hi! My name is Ben, and I am a sound engineer, music producer, and a dad! In college, I studied the history of the ideas that shape modern society, and in my free time, I like to play basketball!

I am very excited to join the team and Career Pathways as a Special Education Paraprofessional! I believe that exercise, creativity, and teamwork are some of the many keys to building a safe and inclusive learning environment to help kids, and for that matter everyone else, learn to be leaders in the community, figure out what is important to us, and why.

School should be fun, productive, and encouraging to the students, in that they can be who they want to be no matter what!

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Abshir Hirsi

Advisor, Instructional Dean, MTSS Cultural Liaison, Plato Administrator, School Board Member

  • Licensed by the state of Minnesota in the following area(s): K-12 Administration / School Principal
  • Email: abshir@cpathmn.org
  • Direct Dial Phone Number: (612) 540-0779

My is name Abshir Hirsi. I look forward to getting to know CPATH students and families. Before I came to CPATH I was in corporate America and before that I attended the University of Minnesota. While I was at the U of M I majored in Business and Marketing. I am passionate about educating youth and helping them be successful in school and in their future.

 

Michael Hughes

MTSS Behavior Lead, Food & Nutrition Manager

My name is Michael Hughes. I am an Educational Assistant here at Career Pathways. I was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, now I live in Saint Paul, Minnesota. I have three handsome boys who I dedicate all my free time to. I am the oldest of a family of 4 and I love all sports. My Favorite teams are Green Bay Packers and Los Angeles Lakers. Favorite players are Kobe Bryant and Brett Favre. 

Remi Huyen

Director of Strategic Partnerships, PSEO Coordinator, CTE Teacher, Advisor, MTSS Support, School Board Member

  • Licensed by the state of Minnesota in the following area(s): 6-12 Life Science, K-12 Emotional Behavior Disorders
  • Email: remi@cpathmn.org
  • Direct Dial Phone Number: (612) 540-0777

I have earned an undergraduate degree at the College of St. Scholastica B.S. in Biology and minor education.  I attended Mankato State University and received a certification in Special Education, and attended Hamline University in Literacy.  I am currently enrolled at St. Cloud State Graduate school and received my Work Experience License and am working on a Career in Technology Education Certificate program. I am also attending Trade School at Century College working towards an AA in the Facilities Maintenance Engineer program. I have enjoyed the Trades School so much that I am also working towards a Welding Certificate, Heating Venting, and Air Conditioning cCertificate.  I am also going to try the Solar Tech program.  I am hoping to be able to share my knowledge with students.

Abdifatah Jama

Paraprofessional

Hello, I’m Abdifatah, but you can call me AJ. I graduated from Career Pathways and now work on the staff. In my free time I enjoy playing basketball and have an interest in semi trucks. I had actually planned to become a long-haul truck driver, but after completing my training, I realized this aspect of my life could wait for the time being. Now , I look forward to contributing to Career Pathways.

Deeqa Jama

Paraprofessional

Hey there, my name is Deeqa and I’m incredibly delighted to be on staff as a paraprofessional with Career Pathways. I recently got out of working in the healthcare field, which I was really passionate about.

I have prior experience working with youth programs. I was a music intern for a non-profit that worked with at risk, special needs, and kids generally from the neighborhood. I have a sweet 2 year old daughter who teaches me something new each day. Being a mother is my biggest blessing.

I want to start my own business so I went out and received my Lash Esthetician License. Honestly I enjoy all mediums of art, different cuisines, having a student’s mind and always wanting to learn.

Can’t wait to help our students achieve their goals and strive towards their success.

Aaliyah Kluza

Paraprofessional

Hi! My name is Aaliyah, I graduated from Career Pathways in June of 2022. My favorite class in high school was always English and I love to read and listen to anything true crime. After graduating I worked at a dog boarding and daycare facility. I have a very active 9-month-old son and two dogs that keep me on my toes at all times and I am looking forward to meeting everyone and helping students to love to learn:)

Joan Arbisi Little

Director of Special Projects

  • Licensed by the state of Minnesota in the following area(s): K-6 Education, K-12 Administration
  • Email: joan@cpathmn.org

Hi there! I started working at Career Pathways in 2016 as the Executive Director and served the school district in that role for 5 years. In 2021 I needed to work part time, mostly remote to support the school with special projects. Some of the projects I am involved with include grant writing, administrative support, marketing, and helping out when needed.

I love learning – especially experiential and project based. I also love working with people of all ages. I have lived in Minnesota almost all of my life, mostly in the Midway area of St. Paul. I now live in Duluth with a sweet black cat named Sombra Luna and my husband, a former teacher who is my best friend. We met in 1990 at The University of St. Thomas while getting our teaching licenses. I love hiking and taking pictures on the North Shore.

I use she / her pronouns. Let me know if you need anything, I am happy to help.

Liz Lonetti

Executive Director, Concurrent Enrollment Teacher

  • Licensed by the state of Minnesota in the following area(s): 5-12 Communication Arts / Literature, 9-12 Teacher Coordinator Work Based Learning
  • Email: liz@cpathmn.org
  • Direct Dial Phone Number: (612) 540-0770

I am a long time resident of the Twin Cities. My partner and I raised two great children who value goodness in the world and add to it. Over the last 30 years in education, I have worked in a number of schools that all focused on being small enough to give each learner individual attention and acceptance that everyone has a unique path to graduation. The schools have also always been teacher-powered.

Just like many of our school’s learners, my educational journey involved enrolling in different schools. I have been to no less than five community and technical colleges, four colleges and three universities. I am proud of my degrees in Education and Leadership.

More than anything, I want to help each person in our school get the skills and knowledge needed to make their own life choices and go as far as possible!

Stephen J. Loveland

Social Studies Teacher, Advisor

  • Licensed by the state of Minnesota in the following area(s): K-6 Education, Social Studies, Art K-12 (pending)
  • Email: stephen@cpathmn.org
  • Direct Dial Phone Number: (612) 540-0785

Thanks for peeking at my bio. My name is Stephen J. Loveland and I am thrilled to join the community of Career Pathways. I have been teaching for a little over 5 years as an art teacher, music teacher, para-professional and most recently a STEM teacher. Before I began teaching I was a small business owner, working artist, hotel concierge and mental health professional in the U.S. Army.

I have a beautiful wife named Jennifer, 2 teenagers (Beatrice and Bernie) and 2 grownup kids (Archie and Piper). My wiener dog’s name is Benny and his feet smell like Fritos.

Jacob K. Mariette

English Language Arts Teacher, Advisor

  • Licensed by the state of Minnesota in the following area(s): Communications and Literature grades 6-12 (pending)
  • Email: jacob@cpathmn.org
  • Direct Dial Phone Number: (612) 540-0890
Hi, I’m Jake Mariette. I teach English for grades 8-12 at Career Pathways. I’ve lived in a bunch of cities across the Midwest, but I like Minneapolis the best of all. I am pretty sure that every person’s story is unique and absolutely worthy of telling because it will most likely help someone else make sense of their own. I love words, music, and Theo the hedgehog who my wife and I give a good life to that’s full of his favorite hedgehog treats and endless time running on his little hedgehog wheel.

Jo Sander

Special Education Coordinator/ Teacher, WBL Teacher

  • Licensed by the state of Minnesota in the following area(s): B-12 Autism Spectrum Disorder, K-12 Emotional Behavior Disorders, 9-12 Teacher Coordinator Work Based Learning
  • Email: jo@cpathmn.org
  • Direct Dial Phone Number: (612) 540-0772

Hi my name is Jo, and I am Career Pathways Special Education Coordinator. I have 15+ years in at-risk youth work, 7+ years in special education.  I enjoy helping people understand the complex systems of special education, and providing support and collaboration to families and teachers to ensure students meet their full potential.  I moved to MPLS in 2007, and love calling it home! In my free time I enjoy hanging out with my best pal Chewbacca (the goldendoodle), checking out Twin Cities highlights, camping, live music, and spending time with friends and family.

Favorite quote: “The true meaning of life is to plant trees, under whose shade you do not expect to sit.” -Nelson Mandela

Brittany Schmidtknecht

Special Education Teacher

  • Licensed by the state of Minnesota in the following area(s): K-12 ABS; 5-12 Mathematics; 5-12 Social Studies
  • Email: brittany@cpathmn.org
  • Direct Dial Phone Number: (612) 540-0782

Hello! I’m so glad to be back at CPath! I am from a small town in WI.  I grew up on a dairy farm and still help out when I can. I went to school for mathematics education with a minor in history.  I taught US History in Houston, TX for 4 years before moving to MN where I taught social studies at Career Pathways for 3 years. During my time away from Career Pathways I worked on my masters in special education.  I like to read, travel, and being outside (especially in the summer).  I enjoy spending time with my family, especially my nieces and nephews whenever I get the chance.

Kenneith Teamoh

Special Education and General Education Teacher

  • Licensed by the state of Minnesota in the following area(s): K-12 ABS; Communication Arts/ Literature 5-12
  • Email: Kenneith@cpathmn.org

Hello! I’m Kenneith but you can call me Ken. I’m the new guy but don’t worry- I am fairly easy going. My activities include jogging, playing video games and watching anime. I look forward to working with all of you.

Teionna Victoria

English Language Arts Teacher, Advisor

  • Licensed by the state of Minnesota in the following area(s): 7-12 Communication Arts/ Literature
  • Email: teionna@cpathmn.org
  • Direct Dial Phone Number: (612) 540-0890

Hi, my name is Teionna Victoria; yes – like the princess – and I use she/her pronouns. I graduated from Mizzou to pursue a career in teaching English to our future leaders. I am so excited to begin my journey at Career Pathways and share my love of reading and writing! In my free time, I am kept busy by my 2 cats, Atlas and Fiona, and my partner. I enjoy cooking, reading, making crafts, and binge-watching tv shows.

“You have to act as if it were possible to radically transform the world. And you have to do it all the time.” ~ Angela Davis

Tyrone Wallace

Paraprofessional

Hello! I’m Mr. Wallace, I’ve  been dreaming of teaching since I was a child. I have a true passion for helping students discover the wonders of the natural world. My passion  for teaching surrounds fostering a love for reading and writing in all students. Outside the classroom, I truly enjoy coaching youth sports, traveling, and spending time with family.  My  goal is to make learning engaging and accessible for all students. I  believe in creating a supportive and dynamic learning environment where every student can thrive. I’m excited to embark on this literary journey with you!

 

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