Our Leadership

Barbara Lindquist, Principal

Education:

Western Michigan University - Bachelors of Science, Elementary Education and K-12 Art Education

Previous education experience:

I worked for Grand Rapids Public Schools for 20 years in several capacities – As Middle School Art Teacher, Elementary Classroom Teacher, Curriculum Coordinator, Fine Arts Supervisor, Professional Development Trainer and Elementary Principal.

I also worked for Wyoming Public Schools for 7 years as an Elementary Principal.

What do you like most about working here?

I like working for an organization that has created an educational option for families. I'm also thankful for a wonderful staff of professional educators.

Doug Hower, Assistant Principal

Education:

Michigan State University - Bachelor of Arts, Psychology

Grand Valley State University - Master's Degree, Social Work

Previous education experience:

I was a social worker with 3 NHA schools for the 5 years prior to becoming Assistant Principal.

What do you like most about working here?

I enjoy the interactions I get to have with our students and feel strongly about the opportunity I have to make a positive contribution to society. I am blessed to be working with the best group of people that anyone could ask for.

Other work experience:

I worked as a case manager and therapist at a local inpatient hospital.