The Team
Who We Are
Tim Arnold
Head Teacher
Tim Arnold is the head teacher and manages the overall instruction for all of Zion Academy. Tim has a teaching emphasis on mathematics and loves teaching and working with kids.
Eva Pelton
Art Teacher
Eva has taught art for several years and is well-known in the Zion canyon. She enjoys art and loves to share that enjoyment with others.
Kami Hoyt
Home Economics / Sewing
My name is Kami Hoyt. I am a wife and mom to one little girl. I enjoy sewing and I have an entrepreneurial spirit. I am always looking for ways to share my talents.
Shantell Andersen
Keyboarding
Shantell received her teaching degree from Utah State Univerity. She has since taught business classes in Provo Canyon School and later taught keyboarding for several schools in the Nebo School District.
Jacob Andersen
Technology
Jacob has a computer science degree from Brigham Young University and has extensive IT experience. He founded several technology companies and has most recently run the technology program for the Arbon School District.
Gene Garate
4-H
Gene grew up on a farm and is no stranger to agriculture. His love for animals has led him to a life of butchering. Gene is a 4-H volunteer who is anxious to share his ag knowledge with students.