Back-to-School / New Student Orientation Night
Wednesday, August 12 at 1:00–3:00 PM or 5:00–7:00 PM.
Open to new, current, and prospective students and families! Meet our staff, tour the school, get ready for the new school year, and discover if Cardinal is the right fit for your family.

Meet the Team

Meet Our Talented Team

Our dedicated staff is deeply committed to supporting pregnant and parenting young parents through personalized education and compassionate care. We strive to create a safe, understanding, and welcoming environment where every student feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed. By working collaboratively and building strong relationships, we foster a sense of community so that everyone who walks through our doors knows they belong and has the opportunity to reach their goals.

Jamie Garn

Jamie Garn

Executive Director
jgarn@cardinalacademycharter.org

Heather Collett

Executive Assistant
hcollett@cardinalacademycharter.org

Amber Abercrombie

School Counselor
aabercrombie@cardinalacademycharter.org

TBR

Special Education

TBR

Math

Dan Neef

Social Studies
dneef@cardinalacademycharter.org

Greg Nelson

English Language
Artsgnelson@cardinalacademycharter.org

Kim Riggs

FACS/Capstone
kriggs@cardinalacademycharter.org

Michael Veloz

Transportation

Tim Wells

Transportation 

Our Salvation Army Partners

The Salvation Army and Booth Program for Young Parents partner with Cardinal Academy to provide a variety of wraparound services that support students’ academic, social, and emotional needs. This partnership helps remove many barriers to learning by connecting students and families with resources that promote stability, well-being, and overall success.

Major Premek Kramerius

The Booth Program For Young Parents

Major Charity Kramerius 

The Booth Program For Young Parents

TBR

Booth Program Director/ LCSW
The Booth Program For Young Parents

Tylee Naillon

Booth Program Assistant
The Booth Program For Young Parents

TBR

Kitchen Manager 
The Booth Program For Young Parents

Board Of Directors

Our school board is made up of caring, dedicated individuals who share a deep commitment to our students and school community. Each member brings unique perspectives and experiences, and together we work collaboratively to support student growth, well-being, and success. 

JASON HUDSON

Board Chairman

EMILY MCCLURE

Vice Chair/Secretary 

Brady Watkins

Treasurer

Mike Caldwell

Trustee 

Alicia Mattera

Trustee