Hurricane, UT 84737
435-635-1185 (Phone)
435-635-1186 (Admissions)
Our People
"From Possibility...to Reality!"
Our motto reflects our commitment to each and every girl. We understand adolescence can be difficult and often painful. At Sunrise Academy we help girls identify their strengths and develop purpose in their lives as they look to the future with hope and enthusiasm. Meet some of our staff who make great things possible.
Executive Director Jacson Parker, M.Ed, has a bachelor's degree in physiological psychology from Utah State University and a master's degree in secondary education from Southern Utah University. While attending Utah State University, Jacson also received a minor in Business Administration. He has won numerous awards for teaching including the "Excellence Award", the highest award for teaching in the state of Utah.
Program Director Brian Pace, M.Ed.C, has a bachelor degree in Psychology with and minor in Physical Education with a Coaching emphasis. He has also earned a master's degree in Educational Counseling.has experience working for and with Mental Health agencies, youth corrections, and public schools. Brian Is a liscensed guidance counselor and has been involved and consulted with youth programs around the area. He was selected/nominated as a member of " Whos Who-among national teachers in America and has worked with many different types of youth populations since 1992. Brian's experience also includes working with the local community, schools, and colleges to facilitate adventure and sports based learning opportunities for youth.
Clinical Director Jean Higbee, LCSW, received her Master's Degree from the Univ. of Maryland at Baltimore. Prior to coming to Sunrise Academy, she worked extensively with children, youth and adults in the Washington, D.C. area who were struggling with emotional, physical and medical trauma. Jean has worked with youth in therapeutic wilderness settings, and as a Clinical Director in a residential treatment center. Jean has been published in a specialty and research clinical journals, and maintains a private practice in St. George, UT.
Therapist Ryan L Tingey, MSW, LCSW, received his BS degree from Brigham Young University in Family Science and a Masters Degree from Loma Linda University. Ryan's experience includes working with two non-profit outpatient clinics in San Bernardino Ca. for youth and families, three years as a counselor with an intensive outpatient clinic for youth in San Bernadino, Ca. and he participation in "Safe Schools", a federally funded school program working with youth and families.
Educational Director Joel Beckstrand, B.S., graduated from Southern Utah University, with a Bachelors degree in Math and Science Education. Before coming to Sunrise, he was a private school teacher for the Benjamin Franklin Academy, which dealt with at-risk teens. Joel's responsibilities include intake testing and evaluation, classroom instruction, evaluation and recommendations of High School credits, and implementation of our independent studies program.
Admissions Director Boyd Hooper, B.S., earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Advertising & Public Relations from Southern Utah University. Boyd has spent the last 15 years marketing and consulting for both private and public companies. Some of his clients include; Sattchi & Sattchi Advertising, Carolina Panthers Organization, Sento Corp, Virginia Polytechnic & State University Graduate School, Virginia Department of Juvenile Corrections, and Center for Rehabilitation- Blue Ridge Community Services.
Program Administrator Kim McMahon, B.S
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Office Manager Teri Menna
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