Kindergarten
Danita Jones
Hi, my name is Danita Jones. I have worked as a Special Education EA and as a Kindergarten teacher. I grew up in Minneapolis, Minnesota. I received my B.A. degree in Elementary Education from North Central University. Prior to coming to Excell I taught preschool for almost two years. For fun, I enjoy trying new foods, shopping, reading, Zumba, and spending time with family and friends. I am very excited to be working with the smart, and talented students at Excell Academy this year.
Chai Xiong
Faeza Currimbhoy
First Grade
Kula Giddings
Kayla Jacak
Whitney Jones
Second Grade
Natalie Dougherty
Kate Sands
Third Grade
Miracle Randle
Ricarla Shotwell
Fourth Grade
McClayton Randall
Madisin Beckes
Fifth Grade
Mamaka Kamara
Richard Pittman
Middle School Teachers
Jeff James
Amber Olson
My name is Amber Olson and I am thrilled to be back for another exciting year at Excell Academy. I am originally from Minnesota, but have lived and taught in many other states including Iowa, South Dakota, Texas, Virginia, and Hawai’i. I went to college at Morningside College in Sioux City, Iowa where I received my Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Music. I am grateful to have a job where I get to learn something new each day.
Tom Anderson
Kip Sneen
Kipton Sneen was born in the Twin Cities and has lived his entire life in Minnesota. He has a BS in Elementary Education with a Specialty in Mathematics and a BA in Painting and Drawing from Bemidji State University. His interests include exercise, movies and martial arts. His values include hard work, strength, persistence and a mentality of improvement.