Elise Topliss is a Policy and Performance Manager with the State of Colorado, Office of Economic Security. Elise earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Services – High Risk Youth from Metropolitan State University of Denver, and earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Northern Colorado. Elise is passionate about education and ensuring all children have access to safe and quality schooling, which includes minimizing the nutritional disparities among varying populations. Additionally, Elise is committed to ensuring professionals in the education field have resources and supports to be effective in their chosen field as well as have job satisfaction. Elise and her husband Jesse are the proud parents of two High Point Academy students.

Devaki Parma is a Director of Wi-Fi Product for Charter Communications. She earned her degree in Economics from Spelman College and her International M.B.A from the University of Denver. Devaki’s passion for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion causes has led her to mentor women in the technology industry.

Devaki has lived in the High Point community for 4 years with her husband, Robert and their children, one of which attends High Point Academy. In their free time, Devaki and her family enjoy camping, traveling – near and far, and exploring museums.

Christina Castro is the Director of Annual Giving at Kent Denver School. Prior to her work in fundraising and philanthropy, she spent the greater part of her career working in public and charter schools in both Aurora and Denver as a college counselor, founding school administrator, and operations support manager for autonomous schools. Christina cares deeply about educational equity and authentically engaging and working alongside families and school communities to achieve the best possible outcomes for students. She holds a Bachelors of Science in Business Administration and Minor in Mandarin from the University of Denver. She and her husband have lived in the High Point community for several years and are thrilled to finally be parents of a High Point Academy student.

Whitney Whitaker holds a Master of Social Work degree from the Metropolitan State University of Denver. She is a program manager in Colorado’s Division of Housing. Whitney oversees the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) program, primarily focusing on improving accessibility and driving positive change for vulnerable populations. She has also contributed to Colorado public schools, ensuring compliance with federal legislation to protect the educational rights of children experiencing homelessness. Whitney is not only dedicated to her professional responsibilities but also deeply invested in community engagement, accessibility, and promoting diversity. She takes great pride in her child attending High Point Academy!

Meredith Stolte is honored to serve as High Point Academy’s Executive Director.  She has been in education for over 21 years, as a teacher, instructional coach, school leadership coach, and district leader. Meredith earned her bachelor’s degree from Dickinson College, her master’s degree from Johns Hopkins University, and her Administration and Supervision certification from The College of Notre Dame. Meredith is passionate about applying what she has learned from schools all over the country to create a learning environment that is joyful, engaging, and truly prepares them to be leaders, both now and in the future.  She believes there is genius that lies in every student, and school should be a place where students utilize their strengths to learn, build their confidence to try new things they could become amazing at, and learn the power and importance of positive relationships.  When she is not at school, Meredith enjoys being outside, hiking with her family and reading.

Greetings! I am excited to be joining the High Point Academy team as the Assistant Principal of grades 3-5. I have been in education for over a decade and a half, working in all settings and positions. In conjunction with working within an educational setting, I absolutely love working as a community advocate to ensure that education is equitable for all, and progressing to meet the needs of students, and families. I am committed to cultivating a joyous, safe, and engaging academic learning environment. I’m an avid learner that centers much of my life on relationships, and reaching for the impossible. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, and friends, traveling, exercising and dancing.  I’m originally from a small town, Fort Dodge in Iowa. One of my favorite titles is  being a Momtie (Mommy + Auntie) to my beautiful, ever growing niece. I am enjoying relearning Spanish, and American Sign Language with the hopes of being a fluent speaker soon. Last but not least, I am obsessed with the 4s: soup, smoothies, sushi, and salads. I am honored and look forward to working with your child (ren), and you to ensure that their growth is happening inside and outside of the classroom.

I am thrilled to introduce myself as the Equity and Family Service Coordinator for this year. With 15 years of experience as an educator, including nearly a decade at HPA, I bring a wealth of knowledge, passion, and dedication to my role.

One of my core values is advocacy. I am a strong advocate for staff, scholars, and families, and I strive to ensure that their voices are heard and their needs are met. Through an equitable lens, I work tirelessly to promote fairness, inclusivity, and justice in all aspects of education.

Equity and inclusion are at the heart of my work. I am dedicated to playing a major role in fostering a foundation of love for learning among scholars. My goal is to empower them, providing a safe space for growth and understanding. I firmly believe in the power of teachable moments, strategic planning, and collaborative relationships to drive positive change and create a nurturing learning environment. I am excited to embark on this journey, working hand in hand with staff, scholars, and families to build a community that values diversity, embraces inclusivity, and celebrates the achievements of every individual.

When I’m not loving on your kiddos, you can catch me spending time with my husband and 6 children, crafting, or cooking with an emphasis on eating!

Hello! I’m Steven Roland Jr and it’s a blessing to be here serving as the K-5th grade Dean. I’m passionate about making  a positive impact on the community, being a role model for our students, and modeling how to show up as your best self daily. I have a 7 year old daughter and a beautiful fiance that I will soon marry in October. Family is extremely important to me although the majority of my family is in Kansas City, Missouri which is where I was born. I’ve worked with youth for over 15 years in a variety of ways in afterschool programs, 4th/6th grade teacher, and most recently as the Restorative Justice Coordinator. Throughout my journey I’ve had the opportunity to support families in a positive way building authentic relationships and collaborating to create steps to support them. I’m your go to person when it comes to behaviors, questions or concerns on student interactions, discipline, and any behavior concerns, and school wide culture. Please reach out if there’s anything you ever need!

I am thrilled to introduce myself as the Equity and Family Service Coordinator for this year. With 15 years of experience as an educator, including nearly a decade at HPA, I bring a wealth of knowledge, passion, and dedication to my role.

One of my core values is advocacy. I am a strong advocate for staff, scholars, and families, and I strive to ensure that their voices are heard and their needs are met. Through an equitable lens, I work tirelessly to promote fairness, inclusivity, and justice in all aspects of education.

Equity and inclusion are at the heart of my work. I am dedicated to playing a major role in fostering a foundation of love for learning among scholars. My goal is to empower them, providing a safe space for growth and understanding. I firmly believe in the power of teachable moments, strategic planning, and collaborative relationships to drive positive change and create a nurturing learning environment. I am excited to embark on this journey, working hand in hand with staff, scholars, and families to build a community that values diversity, embraces inclusivity, and celebrates the achievements of every individual.

When I’m not loving on your kiddos, you can catch me spending time with my husband and 6 children, crafting, or cooking with an emphasis on eating!