Executive Director & Principal at IECHS
Renee Edwards has been in education for over 24 years with the last 12 years in administration, and was a classroom teacher at both the high school and college level in science and math including CTE CE Biotechnology prior to becoming an administrator. She has a BS degree in biochemistry and an MS degree in engineering specializing in biochemical engineering, and began her career in the sciences field before transitioning to education through an alternate route for licensure. She feels passionate about preparing students for the next step after high school and has found Utah’s CTE program to be very valuable in the development of student pathways to industry via higher education, tech schools, or even internship/apprenticeships. The real-world application provides meaning and relevance for Itineris content areas and allows students to explore fields of interest prior to going into that field which is imperative. She has grown the Itineris CTE program in the last 12 years under her administration from one pathway with a few classes to four pathways with 14 courses and a robust CTE internship program with industry partners!
Executive Director at Providence Hall Charter School
Nathan Marshall has been an administrator at Providence Hall since 2013. He started his education career as a 5th grade science instructor through the PISCES program in San Diego while getting his degree in biology. He moved to Utah where he taught high school chemistry and biology for 6 years. He completed his Masters in Ed Leadership and is currently working on his doctorate. He has a true passion for the integration of career-based education and hand-on learning experiences. Providence Hall is focused on providing a holistic educational experience offering a broad selection of CTE options for students. It is the mission of the school to develop students who can think critically, communicate effectively, and act responsibly in an ever-changing global community.
Principal at Summit Academy High School
Angela Grimmer has always been passionate about education. Her career began over 30 years ago working in Special Education as a para. Angela has been involved at Summit Academy for 10 years as a teacher, instructional coach, grant writer, and online principal.
Secondary School Principal at Beehive Science & Technology Academy
Halis Kablan has been with Beehive Science & Technology Academy since 2007. He was initially hired as a biology/science teacher. Since joining Beehive, he has also been the robotics coach, home visit coordinator, science department chair, assessment director, program coordinator, college mentorship and leadership director, and STEM coordinator.
Director of Education & Operations at East Hollywood High School
Katrina Walker is an educational leader who has served as the principal and director of East Hollywood High School for eleven years. She began her career in education in 2002 as a Language Arts teacher. Her education experience spans working in public and charter schools for at risk students in California, Utah and Arizona. Katrina holds a BA from Utah State University in English Teaching and Physical Education and MA from the University of Utah in Educational Leadership.
