Kori Mayeski – Principal
M.S. - Educational Leadership - University of Tennessee
Kori earned her undergraduate degree in Secondary Social Studies Education from the University of Maryland, College Park in 1994. After teaching in both Middle School and High School, Kori continued her education at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. She earned a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership/Administration in 2000. At both the University of Tennessee and Georgia Tech, Kori worked with freshman students in their transition to college. She taught an introductory Psychology course helping students adjust to their new environment.
Kori has worked as both an Assistant Principal and Principal in residential treatment center schools since 2001. Kori created, opened and accredited two schools prior to coming to Stillwater Academy. She is excited to have the opportunity to further the academic program at Stillwater. Kori specializes in preparing students to be successful in college and in the college application process.
Kori is a history buff and enjoys reading. She especially enjoys political thrillers set in Washington, D.C. where she grew up. Kori also enjoys sports. She particularly loves to follow the college athletics of her alma maters. There is nothing better than Maryland Basketball and Tennessee Football! She shares her love of sports with her husband David. Together they have 3 children—Marlee, Joshua and Edward.
Brandon Drown – Director of Academics
 A graduate of the University of Utah, Brandon holds a Bachelors of Arts in education with an endorsement in special education. A native of Utah, Brandon spends his time smiling with his wife, playing with his dog and rock climbing in the beautiful wilderness of Utah.
Brandon is moved by the students of Stillwater Academy.
He truly enjoys being a part of each student's growth. As our education and learning specialist, Brandon strives to teach each student of the tools and the skills to succeed in school and in life.
Adrienne Noakes – Physical Science, Earth Systems, Biology, Chemistry
B.S. – Chemistry – Brigham Young University
Adrienne received a bachelor’s in Science from Brigham Yong University in chemistry, microbiology and zoology. Our beloved science teacher radiates compassion and care, striving to give our students a better understanding of and appreciation for science. The mother of four wonderful kids and the grandmother of four extremely gifted grandchildren, Adrienne spends her time travelling the globe, learning and reading about science – because it rocks!
Adrienne has compassion for each and every student of Stillwater Academy.
She cherishes the opportunity to interact individually with our students, our supportive staff and our awesome faculty.
Betsy Miller – Spanish
Betsy earned a Bachelor's degree in Spanish Teaching with an endorsement in ESL from Brigham Young University. She loves the outdoors and she loves to spend time with her family which include her four beautiful children. Though her children keep her busy Betsy also enjoys Latin dancing and reading when she gets a chance.
Betsy sees the value of each student at Stillwater Academy. She truly loves teaching and is excited for the opportunity to work with each one of her students!
Caitlyn Hardman – Fine Arts
Caitlyn Hardman received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art Education from Southern Utah University. She loves working with kids of all ages, and is excited to be working with the teens at Stillwater as the Foundations Teacher.
Caitlyn loves making and sharing art in all media, but especially loves working in oil paint. She also loves spending time with friends and family, and is usually reading at least 1 or 2 books at any given time.
Caitlyn is looking forward to seeing the students at Stillwater continue to learn about art and using creative thinking in their work and their lives.
Deborah Lewis – Fine Arts
Deborah Lewis has an MA in Art Education from Brigham Young University; and a BA in art from Westminster College and a BA in history from the University of Utah.
Deborah has enjoyed teaching for nearly twenty years: 8 years as a high school art, humanities, and history teacher, 3 years teaching art at BYU where she taught teacher candidates how to teach art, and nearly 8 years (and currently until they 'kick her out') teaching art and writing at Salt Lake Community College. She has recently joined the staff as an art and humanities instructor at Stillwater Academy. She has a passion for art and the humanities and loves sharing that with her students. Deborah loves spending time with her 5 children and 20 grandchildren.
Kelli Hansen – English
Kelli received her Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education with a major in English and a minor in Italian from the University of Utah. Having taught and studied languages in Italy for two years, she had many opportunities to surround herself with Renaissance art and European culture and enjoys sharing this knowledge with our students. Kelli also enjoys laughing and loving her family, which includes her marvelous husband and two marvelous young children!
Kelli is motivated by the students of Stillwater Academy.
She appreciates the unique opportunity to be instrumental in the academic and personal growth of each child, teaching the skills that will benefit them throughout the rest of their lives.
Rodayne Esmay – Computer Technology
Rodayne Esmay was born in Arizona and grew up primarily in New Mexico and Texas. Military experience took him to Georgia and North Carolina, but he's lived most of his adult life in Colorado and in Utah. "The Army trained me how to do things that some would consider to be on the edge: jumping out of airplanes and rappelling from cliffs and out of helicopters. I actually think all those physical demands taught me how to concentrate and prepared me for a career in a completely different direction - computer technology."
As an undergraduate student, Rodayne attended the University of Northern Colorado, and Brigham Young University, where he attained a Bachelor of Arts degree. He completed a Master of Fine Arts with an emphasis in Digital Imaging at Syracuse University, in upstate New York.
After nearly twenty years in industry, Rodayne stepped into education where he has garnered several awards including a Teaching Excellence Award from the University of Texas, two Service Learning Awards from the Utah Campus Compact and Utah's Multimedia Teacher of the Year.
"Teaching at Stillwater Academy is very unique and gratifying. The kids get under your skin, and I for one, really look forward to the opportunity I have to work with them."
Travis Dahl – United States History, World History and Geography
Travis’ spent a bucolic childhood on a small farm in northern Iowa with his parents and two older brothers within a few miles of all his grandparents. After college graduation, Travis relocated to the beaches of Florida and moved once again to the mountains of Utah, where he has lived since 1994. He holds a Bachelor's degree in social studies education and a Master's degree in measurement and evaluation. He lives in the suburbs with his lovely wife, delightful step-daughters and two affable dogs, Bobby and Maggie.
Travis is enlightened by the Students of Stillwater Academy.
He is constantly astounded and taken aback how much he learns from each and every one of our students.
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