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Our Leadership

Joe Grandy, Principal

 

 Education:

·         North Carolina Central University – Bachelors in Education
·         North Carolina Central University – Masters in Education
 

Experience working in education:

·         34 years of experience in the Grand Rapids School System
·         6 years of experience at Vista Charter Academy
 
 

Karen Baum, Assistant Principal

 

Education:
·         Calvin College – Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education
·         Grand Valley State University – Pursuing a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership
 
Experience working in education:
·         18 years – Teaching Experience in both Private and Public Schools
·         2 years – Instructional Coach & Assistant Principal at Vista Charter Academy
 
 
 

Mike White, Assistant Principal

 

Education:

·         Trinity Christian College – Bachelors in Sociology
·         Grand Valley State University – Masters in Education Leadership
 

Work Experience

·           4 years - Admissions Counselor at Calvin College
·         10 years – Police Officer/Sergeant at Grand Rapids Police Department
·         11 years – Dean of Students and Assistant Principal at Vista Charter Academy