2026 Hall of Fame Finalists

The Colorado League of Charter Schools' annual Hall of Fame is a joyous celebration honoring members, leaders, and supporters who have significantly contributed to the charter school movement. Each year, we invite nominations from our community, and a dedicated committee thoroughly reviews the submissions. The winners are revealed during a special ceremony held in conjunction with our Annual Conference. We are delighted to highlight these remarkable individuals who have already distinguished themselves as outstanding contributors to the charter community across Colorado.

Leader of the Year Finalists: 

  • Tami Bostick, American Academy

  • Travonda Favorite, DSST: Elevate Northeast High School

  • Kelly Gomes, Wildflower Montessori Public Schools of Colorado

  • Erik Jacobson, DSST: College View High School

  • Don Knapp, Pikes Peak School of Expeditionary Learning

  • Mehmet Nalcaci, Lotus School for Excellence

  • Margaret Payne, Mountain Phoenix Community School

  • Dr Ian Stout, Loveland Classical Schools

  • Kevyn Stokes, Atlas Schools

  • Janet Worley, SkyView Academy

Advocate of the Year Finalists: 

  • Pat Donovan, RootED; Denver Families for Public Schools

  • Victoria Scott Haynes, Denver Families for Public Schools

  • Jaimie Horton-Hoffmeister, Lotus School for Excellence

  • Lorelei Jackson, School District 27J

  • Willyn Webb, Colorado Charter School Institute

Most Valuable Charter Contributor Finalists: 

  • Natalie Barstatis, Mountain Middle School

  • Kari Coleman, Thomas MacLaren School

  • Lorna Floyd, Academy of Arts and Knowledge

  • Heather Fortelka, World Compass Academy

  • Elias Huerta, Lotus School for Excellence

  • Heather O’Mara, HOPE Online

  • Ken and Renee Rooks, Prospect Ridge Academy

  • Lisa Rupple, Cardinal Community Academy

Lifetime Achievement Award Finalists: 

  • Sharon Collins, Westgate Community School

  • Tim Gallagher, The STEAD School

  • Kendra Hossfeld, North Star Academy

  • Dr. Constance Jones, GOAL Academy High School

  • Tim Matlick, Jefferson Academy Charter Schools

  • Zach McComsey, Legacy Institute

  • Randy Zimmerman, CIVA Charter High School

Educator of the Year Finalists: 

  • Lori Fisher, Animas High School

  • Christina Hank, High Point Academy

  • Kris Hamilton, Westgate Community School

  • Justice Martinez, DSST: Green Valley Ranch Middle School

  • Eileen Miller, Prospect Ridge Academy

  • Kyle Perret, STEM School

  • Rob Rich, Mountain Middle School

  • Laura Tracy, Atlas Schools

  • Samantha Vielbig, Colorado Early Colleges

  • Emma Zimmer, Lotus School for Excellence