Carolyn has a bachelors in Human Service Counseling and a Masters from Old Dominion University in Public Administration. She has worked over 30 years with children and adolescents in residential school settings. As a military child, Carolyn grew up moving every 2 years. She credits that experience to helping her be able to adapt quickly to many different environments and being a self-described adventurer

With over 15 years of experience in the industry, Jennifer has dedicated her life to helping students develop the skills necessary to live healthy and fulfilled lives. Jennifer is happiest at work when providing support for those she works with, both staff and students. She strives to continuously implement the latest techniques of research-based mentoring and prioritizes the well-being and success of her students above all else. When she isn’t working, Jennifer enjoys spending quality time with her children and grandchildren. She especially loves outdoor activities such as camping and hiking, and takes full advantage of the beauty Utah has to offer.

Rod has worked in adolescent behavioral health for thirty years. He tried retiring in 2022, but soon realized he missed working with kids. When asked to join the talented and dedicated team at Logan River Academy, he jumped at the opportunity. Rod received his BA and MPA from the University of Utah.

Mindi has lived in Cache Valley her whole life. She graduated from USU in Health Education. She and her husband have been married for 23 years and have one son. Before joining Logan River Academy, Mindi has been in Health Care for 23 years working in several areas. She enjoys working with others and helping people thrive and succeed. Outside of work, Mindi enjoys spending time with family golfing and anything outdoors. As well as helping her husband coach/teach golf.

Alisha Argyle graduated from Utah State University in 2015 with a secondary teaching social studies composite degree. She was hired at Logan River Academy just after she graduated and has been working here as a high school social studies teacher. Alisha was raised here in Cache Valley and enjoys it very much. She enjoys spending time outdoors, camping, and hiking.

Savannah dual-majored in Elementary and Special Education at WGU. She taught Special Education for 2 years at a middle school and then 1 year at an elementary school before coming to LRA. She has six younger brothers and babysitting them when she was younger is what drew her to a career in education. She also has two extended family members with down syndrome which drew her to special education. Helping students with special needs has been one of the greatest joys in her life, and she loves being able to do that at LRA. In her free time, Savannah enjoys painting/crafting and learning other languages.

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Christopher has been working with youth for over 20 years. He earned his bachelor’s degree in history as well as an International Cultural Studies Graduate Certificate. He taught high school for three years while working with children on the Autism Spectrum in schools and in the public arena. With over 15 years of experience working with special needs/behavioral students, Christopher finds this type of work highly rewarding. He loves coming into work every day to engage with students, help guide them through crisis, and applaud them when they self-manage. Christopher has traveled the world, both as a child and adult, and pulls heavily upon his interactions with other cultures and his historical studies while connecting with students. He is part of a fabulous blended family with three children, and a brilliant wife who uplifts the whole family.

Mark is a young and passionate manager who believes the best experiences in life come from working with kids. He approaches the students with empathy and understanding and thrives on helping students through crisis situations. He pushes them to self-manage and learn as much as they can and to focus on their own self improvement. He’s been working with students at LRA for the past year and loves the learning experiences provided through the diversity of students we have at the school. In his free time Mark spends his time outdoors rock climbing and writing, and is passionate about learning and improving himself as much as he can.