40+

40+

certified/licensed professional staff at Great Lakes Learning Academy

70+

Staff members have earned advanced degrees

Schools

98%

Of parents are satisfied with the helpfulness of Great Lakes Learning Academy teachers*

STAFF SPOTLIGHTS

Meet Some of Our Wonderful Educators

Get to know a few of the dedicated teachers and staff who contribute their time and talent to Great Lakes Learning Academy, every day.

Dan McMinn

Executive Director

Dan McMinn has over 20 years of experience in secondary education and joined Great Lakes Learning Academy as Executive Director in 2023. His favorite part of the job is the daily challenge of building and growing something new. 

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Administrators and Counselors

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Doc Snell

Assistant Principal
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Angela Grilli

Assistant Principal
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Theresa Diaz

Business Manager
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Courtney Paul

Counselor
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Patrick Sullivan

Manager of Counseling Services
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Melanie Miller

Special Education Manager

Teachers

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Mr. Southard

Middle School and High School Teacher
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Mr. Parks

Middle School Teacher
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Mr. Thrower

High School Teacher
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Mrs. Safferman

High School Teacher
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Ms. Shin

Middle School and High School Teacher

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Mr. Garza

High School Teacher

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Ms. Enriquez

High School Teacher
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Mr. Reisedge

Social Studies Teacher
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Mr. Wells

Middle School and High School Teacher

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Ms. Ward

High School Teacher
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Mr. Clark

High School Teacher
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Mrs. Montesano

Art Teacher

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Discover how teachers harness technology to connect with their classrooms and empower students to learn how they learn best.

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How Online School Works

Learn how online school works and how the staff at Great Lakes Learning Academy provide a high-quality and personalized education designed to help each student thrive.

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