2025 Hall of Fame Finalists

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2023 Hall of Fame recipients: Dr. Gary Stueven, Sara Martin, Rebecca McLean and Eric Hall.

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. Annually, 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.

As we eagerly anticipate the upcoming ceremony, we're excited to share the current list of Finalists with you. Stay tuned for the announcement of this year's deserving winners at the special ceremony during our annual conference on Wednesday, February 26th, at 6 PM at the Marriott DTC. Registration is free but required.

Leader of the Year Finalists: 

  • Elin Curry, DSST Public Schools, Denver

  • Adam DiGiacomo, Prospect Ridge Academy, Broomfield

  • Cameron Gehlen, Compass Montessori, Wheat Ridge

  • Lisa Gonsalves, Independence Academy Charter School, Grand Junction

  • Kryszelda Gorrell, DSST Public Schools, Denver

  • Elias Huerta, Lotus School for Excellence - Elementary, Aurora

  • Kathryn Mullins, Vega Collegiate Academy, Aurora

  • Chris Novak, Atlas Preparatory School, Colorado Springs

  • Keith Ouweneel, Crown Point Academy, Westminster

  • Linda Spreitzer, Knowledge Quest Academy, Milliken

  • Dan Porter, Kwiyagat Community Academy, Towaoc

  • Janet Worley, SkyView Academy, Highlands Ranch

Advocate of the Year Finalists: 

  • Sam Adams, Academy 360 and Monarch Montessori, Denver

  • Steven Bartholomew, New Legacy Charter School, Aurora

  • Kim Gilmartin, Liberty Schools Initiative, Denver

  • Lorelei Jackson, Teach Plus, Denver

  • Lawrence Rugar, Pagosa Peak Open School, Pagosa Springs

  • Agustina Yanez, Academy 360, Denver

Most Valuable Charter Contributor Finalists: 

  • Ilene Agustin, Colorado Charter School Institute, Denver

  • Nicole "Niki" Amidei, Atlas Preparatory School, Colorado Springs

  • Heather (Henson) Cooper, Georgetown Community School, Georgetown

Lifetime Achievement Award Finalists: 

  • Mary Faith Hall, Thomas MacLaren School, Colorado Springs

  • Camilla Modesitt, Denver Language School, Denver

  • Sherry Price, Independence Academy Charter School, Grand Junction

Educator of the Year Finalists: 

  • Mallory Clasquin, New Vision Charter School, Loveland

  • Steven Denham, DSST: Aurora Science & Tech High School, Aurora

  • Camille Herigstad, Independence Academy Charter School, Grand Junction

  • Zach Kennelly, DSST: College View High School, Denver

  • Tyler Richardson, Montessori Peaks Academy, Littleton

  • Anna Royal, Summit Middle School, Boulder

  • Amy Sheren, DSST Public Schools, Denver

  • Nancy Wickham, Mountain Middle School, Durango

  • Rachael Williford, Challenge to Excellence Charter School, Parker