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Elliott Akporherhe

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, Director of Food & Nutrition

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!

Pamela Creger

English Language Arts Teacher, Advisor, English as a Second Language Teacher, Reading Interventionist

  • Licensed by the state of Minnesota: K-6 Education, 5-8 Communications (pending)
  • Email: pamela@cpathmn.org
  • Direct Dial Phone Number: (612) 540-0890

Hi, Pam Creger here. The staff is warm and inviting and the students are great! I am licensed to teach grades K-6, so teaching at this grade level is a first for me!  I will give it my best! I attended SCSU, getting my undergraduate in Elective Studies. I went back to school for my teaching certification later in life, obtaining my license from UW River Falls in 2013.  I have taught in St. Paul, in various schools, for the majority of the last 12 years.  I subbed in the Metro area before being licensed, so I have a lot of classroom experience.  I am a mom to two adult children, Rochelle and Justin.  Justin and his wife Anna have produced my two adorable granddaughters, and my daughter Rochelle and her hubby are expecting their first child, another girl, at the end of this month.  I have lived in Minnesota my whole life.  That being said, I have embraced all things Minnesota:  kayaking, ice fishing, summer fishing, hiking, camping, agate hunting and gardening. I enjoy being outside with my partner, Todd or with family and friends.

My motto and affirmation for myself is the following, from Philippians 2: “Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others.  Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourself.  Don’t look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too.”

 

Emily Freske

School Social Worker, SPED and ADSIS MTSS

  • 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. As the School Social Worker, I help students and families have what they need in order to work towards their goals as well as enjoying the journey towards the goal-reaching. My role includes providing a space for a break/decompressing/talking, helping with executive functioning skills, teaching social-emotional skills, connecting students and families with resources, and more.
During my non-school time, I enjoy finding new hiking spots and going kayaking. I like reading, puzzles, and games. I am also (still) learning to play piano.

Hannah Glowczewski

Math Interventionist, MARSS Coordinator, ADSIS ADMIN, 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!

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, ADSIS 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

ADSIS MTSS Behavior Lead

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, ADSIS 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.

 

Joan Arbisi Little

Director of Special Projects

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. I currently focus on marketing and building company leadership.

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.

Let me know if you need anything, I am happy to help.

Liz Lonetti

Executive Director, Concurrent Enrollment Teacher, ADSIS MTSS Admin

  • 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.

 

Sage Mills

Paraprofessional

Hello! My name is Sage Mills. I am honored to be a part of the Career Pathways team! I am a proud member of the Oglala Lakota Sioux Tribe and Sisseton Wahpeton Dakota Sioux Tribe. I am an herbalist and study environmental science. My interests are creating art, music, being in and around nature, and spending time with those I love.

I’m most looking forward to supporting and guiding our younger generations. I’m excited for this next adventure of working at CPath and can’t wait to get to know everyone!

 

Teionna Register

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 Ms.Teionna and I have always dreamt of being a teacher. My passion for reading and writing started when I was a child and I would use my allowance to buy books instead of toys. Reading is the pathway to knowledge, self discovery, activism and of course entertainment. When I’m not teaching, reading or writing, I am spending time with my new twin babies,probably watching Ms.Rachel!

“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

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.

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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