Victory Academy

Victory Academy Staff

Volunteers:

Literacy Specialist: Janet Fortier

Clay Artist: Cheryl Clevenger

Specialists:

Board Certified Behavior Analyst: Kristina Montgomery

Pediatric Occupational Therapist: Laine Gasparich

Music Therapist: Karyn Minor

Lead Classroom Teachers

Dear Victory Academy Families,

Relocating from Manhattan Beach, California, Jenny Petersen joins the Victory Academy Staff as a lead classroom teacher for the 2010-2011 school year.

Jenny Petersen

Jenny first became interested in students with unique learning differences while completing her B.A. in Liberal Studies at the New School University in New York (2004.) Jenny also holds a Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential from Chapman University College in Manhattan Beach, California (2009) During her time in New York, Jenny worked as an assistant in early intervention and as a caregiver for students enrolled in these services. Jenny provided children with in-home Occupational, Physical, and Speech therapy in accordance with their individualized plans. Her interest and natural rapport with students on the Autism Spectrum and their families inspired and stimulated her, and upon returning to California, she was employed by Manhatten Beach United School District as a member of their Special Education team (2004-2008.) Upon completing her teaching credential, Jenny taught both Kindergarten and Fifth Grade.

Jenny has worked with students in K-5 classrooms with a variety of learning styles and differences, including Autism Spectrum Disorders (Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, and PDD-NOS) hearing and vision impairments, Down Syndrome, Prader-Willi Syndrome, and Cerebral Palsy. Jenny’s ten years of experience in education has provided her with rigorous hands-on training in ABA, Floortime, sensory integration, special diets, differentiation, curriculum planning and implementation, and reading and math interventions.

Jenny believes that her role as a teacher is to facilitate a love of learning through engagement, fun, and creating a sense of community with her students. She is a dedicated, compassionate, joyful, and enthusiastic teacher who looks at unique learning differences as something to celebrate. She is thrilled to be joining Victory Academy’s team of talented staff and will move to Portland in July 2010.

Ashley Hatchett

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Ashley brings a wealth of knowledge, enthusiasm, and hands-on experience to Victory Academy, as she has worked with children with unique learning differences for over five years.

Ashley has received training from local area specialists, Kelli Eickelberg (SLP) and Megan Coate (OT), and attended a 2009 workshop with Rosemary White, nationally known for her work with occupational therapy and the DIR/Floortime model. Ashley is trained in Theory of Mind/Social Thinking (Michelle Garcia Winter and Carol Gray) and incorporates social thinking practices into all areas of her work. Finally, Ashley worked closely with Kristina Montgomery, BCBA, from March 2008-August 2009, offering one-on-one home-based therapy to children with differing challenges and gifts. This intensive and diverse work has allowed Ashley to improve her skills in collecting data, developing behavior plans, and creating individualized lessons for each child.

Ashley also holds experience with and working knowledge of Sensory Integration, the GFCF Diet, the SCD Diet, Hyperbaric Oxygen, the DAN Protocol, Amy Yasko's Protocol, and Homeopathy.

Ashley grew up in Tualatin and graduated from PSU in June 2009 with a degree in Social Science. She spent her last year at PSU earning a Certificate of Autism Endorsement and taking courses in elementary education, including curriculum design (elementary math, science, and language arts), and classroom management.

In her spare time, Ashley volunteers at the Autism Society of Oregon as the Co-Facilitator of the Girl Power Group. She is a teacher of 3rd-8th graders at her church, developing curriculum and leading activities. She spends every other weekend facilitating a playdate between two boys who speak through writing, due to their apraxia.

Aside from her impressive credentials, Ashley is a warm, engaging person who simply loves children and the art of teaching kids with learning differences. She possesses an extraordinary gift for engaging all children--even the most reluctant--and has made an enormous difference to many children and their families.

Teaching Assistants

Jen Theissen

Jen Theissen joins Victory Academy with a Bachelor of Science in Human and Family Development (Oregon State University 1994). She worked for Portland Public Schools for two years in one of the first STAR Programs, under the direction of Joel Arick. Jen intends to return to her studies and hopes to earn her Certificate in Autism; her long-term goal is to have her own classroom.
Jen lives in Portland with her husband and seven-year-old son. In her free time, Jen enjoys crafts and bike riding (she has participated in many Portland Bridge Peddles). She is devoted to the progress of all Victory Academy students and enjoys finding new ways of engaging them in their individual learning processes.

Tiffanie Marti

Tiffanie Marti finds her work with children who have unique learning differences both challenging and inspiring. She comes to Victory Academy with many years of experience working with elementary-aged children, including one year of one-to-one support as a classroom shadow for a second grade boy with severe dyspraxia and verbal apraxia. Tiffanie is trained in ABA and Floortime techniques, as well as different methods of communication.

Tiffanie is the second oldest of seven children and exudes enthusiasm and patience. She is in process of completing her degree in elementary education and has earned many high honors during her studies. She lives in Tualatin with her husband.

Specialists

Weekly Volunteer Ceramist

Cheryl Clevenger

Cheryl Clevenger grew up in California and attended Fresno State and San Francisco State. She comes to the Victory Academy with many years of volunteerism and expertise. A gifted artist in several areas, Cheryl has concentrated on ceramics for the last eight years and has sold her work at the Real Mother Goose in addition to other venues. She has devoted much of her time to volunteering, working for many years with local SMART reading programs. Most recently, Cheryl has devoted countlness hours to Pot Luck In The Park, a program that feeds Portland-area homeless people on Sundays, in the Park Blocks.

Cheryl is an avid reader and worldwide traveler who enjoys cooking and gardening as well as her art. She lives in Portland with her husband Ron and has two grown children and three grandchildren. She brings creativity, joy, and patience to Victory Academy.

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Laine Gasparich

Laine received her Masters in Occupational Therapy at the University of Washington. In graduate school, she focused on pediatric occupational therapy. Laine pursued experiences and training related to sensory processing with an internship at Mary Bridge Children's Hospital in Tacoma, WA. Prior to graduate school, Laine received her Bachelors of Science in psychology at Santa Clara University. She also worked for a year as a play therapist and provided respite services for a child with severe cerebral pasly.

Laine currently works at Advanced Pediatric Therapies, a small private OT clinic in Portland owned and operated by Lynette Burke and Sharron Donnelly. Laine is trained in Therapeutic Listening, the Alert Program, and the DIR/Floortime model.

Laine grew up in Lake Oswego the oldest of four children. Her youngest brother has a severe seizure disorder, and she has grown up seeing how important special services can be in a child's life. She is looking forward to working at Victory Academy with its talented staff and students.

Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Certified Oregon Special Education Teacher

Kristina Montgomery

Kristina Montgomery, M.A., BCBA is a local Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Oregon in 2002. She began working with children with unique learning differences both in schools and in home based settings while attending U of O.

Through her work, Kristina was inspired by the tremendous amounts of individual progress she witnessed in her clients as well as the determined spirit of their families. In 2004, she relocated to New York and received her Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Columbia University in 2006. During her time in New York, Kristina was a co-teacher in several ABA based classrooms and consulted for home-based programs. However, she decided to return to Oregon and founded ABA Learning Solutions in the Summer of 2006; she currently provides in-home services, consults with school districts, and offers social skills groups.

Kristina believes that all children can learn and reach their own potential with quality teaching procedures and a positive environment. She will provide individualized programming for all Victory Academy students, monitor student progress (along with Victory Academy teachers), and train staff on an on-going basis.

Music Therapist

Karyn Minor

Karyn Minor graduated from Marylhurst University in 2004 with a Bachelor's in Music Therapy and an emphasis in vocal pedagogy and vocal performance. Karyn received her board certification from the American Music Therapy Association in 2005. Her current music therapy practice includes working with elders struggling with Alzheimer's Disease, strokes, and general dementia, students challenged by Autism Spectrum and related disorders, and preschool-aged children. In addition, Karyn also works as a vocal and piano teacher at Music Man Studio, located in Wilsonville, Oregon, and she sings classical and opera music with performances throughout the year. Karyn is thrilled to join Victory Academy Team and share her love of music with the students.

News
Calendar
Mission

05/02/2010

Victorious Beginnings!

Victory Academy extends its gratitude and thanks to all of its donors, sponsors, and volunteers that made Victorious Beginnings, the school's first Fundraiser/Auction, a huge success. Due to many generous contributions, Victory Academy is able to offer occupational, music, and behavioral therapies for the 2010-2011 school year and purchase specialized curriculums to enhance the learning of Victory students. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

Further Donations are always welcomed!

Interested in Victory Academy?

Please contact Director Tricia Hasbrook to discuss the ADMISSIONS process and any additional questions regarding Victory Academy's student programs. *Victory Academy currently has four openings for the 2010-2011 school year (posted May 1, 2010).

New Praise for our School:

"Our biggest heartache as Ezra's parents has been trying to find a place for him where he can both belong - be honored and appreciated for what a fantastic, unique, intelligent, and beautiful person he is - and also get the encouragement he needs to push beyond his comfort level, and to reach his potential. What a relief for us to know that Victory Academy is this place."

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12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Victory Academy believes that all children with unique learning differences can reach their fullest potential through an education based in both structure and playful engagement. Each child's particular strengths and challenges are constantly assessed to direct the child's teachers in selecting best practice teaching methodologies for the individual child.

We also maintain that all students learn with greater ease when their natural interests and affinities are honored throughout the school day.



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Victory Academy Staff Directors: Tricia Hasbrook and Thea Schreiber Lead Classroom Teachers: Ashley Hatchett, Jenny Petersen Teaching Assistants: Tiffanie Marti, Jen Theissen Volunteers: Literacy Specialist: Janet Fortier Clay Artist: Cheryl Clevenger Specialists: Board Certified Behavior Analyst: Kristina Montgomery Pediatric Occupational Therapist: Laine Gasparich Music Therapist: Karyn Minor Lead Classroom Teachers Dear Victory Academy Families, Relocating from Manhattan Beach, California, Jenny Petersen joins the Victory Academy Staff as a lead classroom teacher for the 2010-2011 school year. Jenny Petersen Jenny first became interested in students with unique learning differences while completing her B.A. in Liberal Studies at the New School University in New York (2004.) Jenny also holds a Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential from Chapman University College in Manhattan Beach, California (2009) During her time in New York, Jenny worked as an assistant in early intervention and as a caregiver for students enrolled in these services. Jenny provided children with in-home Occupational, Physical, and Speech therapy in accordance with their individualized plans. Her interest and natural rapport with students on the Autism Spectrum and their families inspired and stimulated her, and upon returning to California, she was employed by Manhatten Beach United School District as a member of their Special Education team (2004-2008.) Upon completing her teaching credential, Jenny taught both Kindergarten and Fifth Grade. Jenny has worked with students in K-5 classrooms with a variety of learning styles and differences, including Autism Spectrum Disorders (Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, and PDD-NOS) hearing and vision impairments, Down Syndrome, Prader-Willi Syndrome, and Cerebral Palsy. Jenny’s ten years of experience in education has provided her with rigorous hands-on training in ABA, Floortime, sensory integration, special diets, differentiation, curriculum planning and implementation, and reading and math interventions. Jenny believes that her role as a teacher is to facilitate a love of learning through engagement, fun, and creating a sense of community with her students. She is a dedicated, compassionate, joyful, and enthusiastic teacher who looks at unique learning differences as something to celebrate. She is thrilled to be joining Victory Academy’s team of talented staff and will move to Portland in July 2010. Ashley Hatchett Ashley brings a wealth of knowledge, enthusiasm, and hands-on experience to Victory Academy, as she has worked with children with unique learning differences for over five years. Ashley has received training from local area specialists, Kelli Eickelberg (SLP) and Megan Coate (OT), and attended a 2009 workshop with Rosemary White, nationally known for her work with occupational therapy and the DIR/Floortime model. Ashley is trained in Theory of Mind/Social Thinking (Michelle Garcia Winter and Carol Gray) and incorporates social thinking practices into all areas of her work. Finally, Ashley worked closely with Kristina Montgomery, BCBA, from March 2008-August 2009, offering one-on-one home-based therapy to children with differing challenges and gifts. This intensive and diverse work has allowed Ashley to improve her skills in collecting data, developing behavior plans, and creating individualized lessons for each child. Ashley also holds experience with and working knowledge of Sensory Integration, the GFCF Diet, the SCD Diet, Hyperbaric Oxygen, the DAN Protocol, Amy Yasko's Protocol, and Homeopathy. Ashley grew up in Tualatin and graduated from PSU in June 2009 with a degree in Social Science. She spent her last year at PSU earning a Certificate of Autism Endorsement and taking courses in elementary education, including curriculum design (elementary math, science, and language arts), and classroom management. In her spare time, Ashley volunteers at the Autism Society of Oregon as the Co-Facilitator of the Girl Power Group. She is a teacher of 3rd-8th graders at her church, developing curriculum and leading activities. She spends every other weekend facilitating a playdate between two boys who speak through writing, due to their apraxia. Aside from her impressive credentials, Ashley is a warm, engaging person who simply loves children and the art of teaching kids with learning differences. She possesses an extraordinary gift for engaging all children--even the most reluctant--and has made an enormous difference to many children and their families. Teaching Assistants Jen Theissen Jen Theissen joins Victory Academy with a Bachelor of Science in Human and Family Development (Oregon State University 1994). She worked for Portland Public Schools for two years in one of the first STAR Programs, under the direction of Joel Arick. Jen intends to return to her studies and hopes to earn her Certificate in Autism; her long-term goal is to have her own classroom. Jen lives in Portland with her husband and seven-year-old son. In her free time, Jen enjoys crafts and bike riding (she has participated in many Portland Bridge Peddles). She is devoted to the progress of all Victory Academy students and enjoys finding new ways of engaging them in their individual learning processes. Tiffanie Marti Tiffanie Marti finds her work with children who have unique learning differences both challenging and inspiring. She comes to Victory Academy with many years of experience working with elementary-aged children, including one year of one-to-one support as a classroom shadow for a second grade boy with severe dyspraxia and verbal apraxia. Tiffanie is trained in ABA and Floortime techniques, as well as different methods of communication. Tiffanie is the second oldest of seven children and exudes enthusiasm and patience. She is in process of completing her degree in elementary education and has earned many high honors during her studies. She lives in Tualatin with her husband. Specialists Weekly Volunteer Ceramist Cheryl Clevenger Cheryl Clevenger grew up in California and attended Fresno State and San Francisco State. She comes to the Victory Academy with many years of volunteerism and expertise. A gifted artist in several areas, Cheryl has concentrated on ceramics for the last eight years and has sold her work at the Real Mother Goose in addition to other venues. She has devoted much of her time to volunteering, working for many years with local SMART reading programs. Most recently, Cheryl has devoted countlness hours to Pot Luck In The Park, a program that feeds Portland-area homeless people on Sundays, in the Park Blocks. Cheryl is an avid reader and worldwide traveler who enjoys cooking and gardening as well as her art. She lives in Portland with her husband Ron and has two grown children and three grandchildren. She brings creativity, joy, and patience to Victory Academy. Pediatric Occupational Therapist Laine Gasparich Laine received her Masters in Occupational Therapy at the University of Washington. In graduate school, she focused on pediatric occupational therapy. Laine pursued experiences and training related to sensory processing with an internship at Mary Bridge Children's Hospital in Tacoma, WA. Prior to graduate school, Laine received her Bachelors of Science in psychology at Santa Clara University. She also worked for a year as a play therapist and provided respite services for a child with severe cerebral pasly. Laine currently works at Advanced Pediatric Therapies, a small private OT clinic in Portland owned and operated by Lynette Burke and Sharron Donnelly. Laine is trained in Therapeutic Listening, the Alert Program, and the DIR/Floortime model. Laine grew up in Lake Oswego the oldest of four children. Her youngest brother has a severe seizure disorder, and she has grown up seeing how important special services can be in a child's life. She is looking forward to working at Victory Academy with its talented staff and students. Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Certified Oregon Special Education Teacher Kristina Montgomery Kristina Montgomery, M.A., BCBA is a local Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Oregon in 2002. She began working with children with unique learning differences both in schools and in home based settings while attending U of O. Through her work, Kristina was inspired by the tremendous amounts of individual progress she witnessed in her clients as well as the determined spirit of their families. In 2004, she relocated to New York and received her Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Columbia University in 2006. During her time in New York, Kristina was a co-teacher in several ABA based classrooms and consulted for home-based programs. However, she decided to return to Oregon and founded ABA Learning Solutions in the Summer of 2006; she currently provides in-home services, consults with school districts, and offers social skills groups. Kristina believes that all children can learn and reach their own potential with quality teaching procedures and a positive environment. She will provide individualized programming for all Victory Academy students, monitor student progress (along with Victory Academy teachers), and train staff on an on-going basis. Music Therapist Karyn Minor Karyn Minor graduated from Marylhurst University in 2004 with a Bachelor's in Music Therapy and an emphasis in vocal pedagogy and vocal performance. Karyn received her board certification from the American Music Therapy Association in 2005. Her current music therapy practice includes working with elders struggling with Alzheimer's Disease, strokes, and general dementia, students challenged by Autism Spectrum and related disorders, and preschool-aged children. In addition, Karyn also works as a vocal and piano teacher at Music Man Studio, located in Wilsonville, Oregon, and she sings classical and opera music with performances throughout the year. Karyn is thrilled to join Victory Academy Team and share her love of music with the students. News Calendar Mission 05/02/2010 Victorious Beginnings! Victory Academy extends its gratitude and thanks to all of its donors, sponsors, and volunteers that made Victorious Beginnings, the school's first Fundraiser/Auction, a huge success. Due to many generous contributions, Victory Academy is able to offer occupational, music, and behavioral therapies for the 2010-2011 school year and purchase specialized curriculums to enhance the learning of Victory students. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Further Donations are always welcomed! Interested in Victory Academy? Please contact Director Tricia Hasbrook to discuss the ADMISSIONS process and any additional questions regarding Victory Academy's student programs. *Victory Academy currently has four openings for the 2010-2011 school year (posted May 1, 2010). New Praise for our School: "Our biggest heartache as Ezra's parents has been trying to find a place for him where he can both belong - be honored and appreciated for what a fantastic, unique, intelligent, and beautiful person he is - and also get the encouragement he needs to push beyond his comfort level, and to reach his potential. What a relief for us to know that Victory Academy is this place." 31 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM Victory Academy believes that all children with unique learning differences can reach their fullest potential through an education based in both structure and playful engagement. Each child's particular strengths and challenges are constantly assessed to direct the child's teachers in selecting best practice teaching methodologies for the individual child. We also maintain that all students learn with greater ease when their natural interests and affinities are honored throughout the school day.