Our Leadership

Andrea Townsend, Principal

Education:

Ohio Dominican- Bachelor's of Arts – Elementary Education
McDaniel College - Master's of Science – Administration and Supervision

Previous Education Experience:

I have taught grades 1-6 all subject areas. I was an assistant principal in Maryland in middle school and elementary school for 4 years. I was a middle school/high school principal in Baltimore City and an elementary principal in Florida of a pre-k to 6 school.

What do you like most about working here?

The students!

Rachel Diekman, K-2 Dean

Education:

I attended Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana for my undergraduate work in Elementary Education. I attended Eastern Michigan University in the graduate program for Reading.

Previous Education Experience:

I started my experience as a teacher in Indiana, teaching Kindergarten students at a lab school at Purdue University. I then moved to Michigan where I was a first grade teacher for four years at Fortis Academy before becoming the Primary School Dean. I was the Dean there for two years before moving to Ohio and becoming the Dean at North Dayton School of Discovery.

What do you like most about working here?

I love seeing the hard work and dedication of the teachers. I love seeing the students smile in response to the love and care provided by the staff. Their growth and achievement is the highest priority here at NDSD!

Brooke Wright, 3-5 Dean

Education:

Miami University - Bachelor's of Science in Elementary Education 1-8
Currently working on Masters in Educational Leadership

Previous Education Experience:

I have been in the education field for 8 years with experience as a tutor and a classroom teacher. I have taught grades 5-8 in the areas of Social Studies, Science and Math.

What do you like most about working here?

There are multiple aspects that I enjoy about working for NHA but I would have to say I like the opportunity for continuous growth above all else.

Other work experience:

I have taught college writing at The University of Michigan since 2001.

Personal:

I am a mother of two. I have a 4 year old little boy and our newest addition is our 5 month old little girl.

Jacqueline Robbeloth, 6-8 Dean

Education:

· Cincinnati State Technical and Community College – Associate’s of Arts

· Sinclair Community College – Associate’s of Arts

· Wilmington College- Bachelor’s of Arts - Business Administration- Management

· University of Dayton- Master’s of Science- Middle Childhood Education

Previous Education Experience:

I student taught at Esther Dennis Middle School in Northridge school district in Harrison Township. I substitute taught in various school settings: urban, suburban, rural, and private. I have been in the education field for about five years.

What do you like most about working here?

The most enjoyable aspect of working at North Dayton School of Discovery is the students. We have amazing students and the growth and effort that I have seen from them this year makes me extremely proud to be an integral part of their learning experience.

Other work experience we might want to mention:

I have an extensive business background that afforded me the opportunity to move quickly into my new role as dean of middle school. I am able to integrate both the educational and managerial aspects that make the charter system unique. Also, with over fifteen years of experience from a diverse set of industries including banking, insurance, corporate testing, and marketing I am able to draw upon real-world experiences when interacting with my students and colleagues. I feel that since I was not always in the educational field, I bring uniqueness to my teaching and leading of students and staff at NDSD.

Personal:

I have been married to my husband Michael for eight years. We have two dachshunds, Mocha and Hershey. My interests include traveling the world and I have been fortunate enough to have visited 36 states, 26 countries, and three continents. I am also a life-long learner as I continue my studies in education