High School

Lindsy Brownell

Secondary Principal
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Lindsy graduated from Corban University. She has two Masters in Education degrees: a Master’s in Educational Leadership from Grand Canyon and a Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis from Cairn University and is Certified Biblical counselor from Grand Canyon University.through the Association of Biblical Counseling. Her family includes husband Jason (also on SA staff) and son’s Brady, Logan, Hayden, and Evan. Her hobbies include reading, watch/play sports, camping, crafting, restoring old furniture, and spending time with family.

I absolutely LOVE my calling at Salem Academy. I am so privileged and honored to come along side students and their families and encourage, equip, and mentor through God’s Word. Our entire family is blessed to be a part of the Salem Academy community that is such an encouragement and positive impact on our lives.

Serving SA Since: 2014

Karen Haslebacher

Director of Student Success & Bible
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Karen received a Bachelor’s in Psychology and a Master’s in Counseling from Liberty University. She and her husband have four kids; three boys and one girl. She loves to spend time with her family, hiking, and riding her horse.

I am blessed to be a part of the Salem Academy community. I truly believe God uses our school in mighty ways to touch the lives of our students. I have seen young lives changed because God shows up through the dedication and love of the SA staff.

Serving SA Since: 2006

Tomiko Doten

ISP Director
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Tomiko was born in Fukuoka, Japan. After high school graduation, she was recruited to work at Canon Marketing Corporation and soon realized her true passion was in teaching. She left Canon and began working at GEOS English Conversation School. Tomiko met her husband, Steve, in Okinawa, Japan, where he was stationed with the Marine Corps. She came to Oregon in 1998 when they were married. She and her husband have two sons, Tori and Kaiden, who love play baseball (and she is now crazy about baseball!).

I have enjoyed working with my brothers and sisters in Christ. As the ISP Coordinator, I have the opportunity to meet students from around the world and learn about their cultures. I hope to have many chances to share the Good News with them and tell them how much God loves them.

Serving SA Since: 2015

Debi Haslebacher

Registrar, Athletic Assistant, & Alumni Relations Coord.
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Debi has worked in the HS office since starting at SA, not always doing the same jobs. She and her husband have three children (all graduates of SA) and four of their six grandchildren have or are currently attend SA. Debi stays busy with her horses, and enjoys sewing, gardening, reading, and spending time with her grandchildren.

My favorite part of working at SA would be the people I have contact with. Whether they are current students, former students, or staff members.

Serving SA Since: 1998

Shelly Warde

Office Manager & College Planning
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Shelly graduated high school from North Salem High School then went to college at Oregon State University and Western Oregon University. She has three kids, Grace (SA alumna who attends University of Richmond), Caleb (a junior at SA), and Hannah (a freshman at SA). She loves to travel, sew, and watch her kids sporting events.

Even though I am new to working at Salem Academy I have been a part of the Salem Academy family for the past 6 years as a parent. I love the personalized attention that the teachers give each student. The teachers are here because they love these kids and they love the Lord.

Serving SA Since: 2017

Karri Bauldree

Health & PE
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Karri holds a Bachelor’s Degree through Eastern Oregon University with a focus on communications and Health Studies. She has been married 19 years and has 3 kids that all attend Salem Academy.

I love being a part of the SA family. I enjoy being part of a staff that prays for their students and truly cares about the whole person.

Serving SA Since: 2013

Todd Bos

Algebra II, H Pre-Calculus, Finance/Business & Statistics
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Todd completed both an undergraduate (B.S. Math Education) and graduate (M.S. - Education) at George Fox University. The first 15 years of his career was spent teaching math and coaching in the St. Paul school district. Followed by 10 years have been in the business world as the Human Resource Manager, and most recently teaching at Salem Academy. His family consists of wife, Susan, and four children, Jonathan, Micah, Benett, and Aanchal. He really enjoys coaching Cross Country and Track at Corban University, watching athletics, following current events, and reading a good book.

God opened the door for me to return to teaching after 10 years in the business world and I am blessed to be here at Salem Academy. It is a great school full of passionate teachers, gifted administrators, and diligent students.

Serving SA Since: 2017

Jason Brownell

Genetics, H Biology (I & II), Functional Anatomy, Worldview Analysis, & Bioethics
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Jason is happily married to wife Lindsy for the last 16 years and privileged to minister alongside her at SA where she is the Elementary Director of Student Success and Biblical Counselor. They have four amazing boys whose grade levels range from 9th grade to 3rd grade. Jason holds an undergraduate degree from Western Baptist College in Biology Education and a Master’s Degree (M.Ed) from Corban University in Instruction & Curriculum Design. He loves to go camping, fishing and golfing with family, while spending time serving together on short-term mission trips to various parts of Oregon.

It is a privilege to minister to students using God’s Word and creation as an instructional tool, so they can become defenders & compassionate ambassadors for Jesus Christ.

Serving SA Since: 2003

Amy Elker

Yearbook & Speech
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Amy graduated from Western Baptist College with a B.S. degree in English (double emphasis in Humanities/Literature and Communications) and a B.S. degree in Secondary Education. She graduated from Corban University with a M.S. degree in Education. Amy has served in the National Guard for over 20 years and currently the non commissioned officer in charge of the print journalism section in her unit. She and her husband Greg have three boys—Joshua, Tyler, and Jayden. They have been a part of the Salem Academy community for the majority of their lives. She enjoys reading, photography, and spending time with family going on various outings to the beach, mountains, or whatever adventure comes their way.

Salem Academy has played an instrumental role in the lives of my children and entire family over the past 13 years. We have built wonderful friendships here with students, parents, faculty, staff and administrators. My family and I LOVE SA and I feel so blessed to be a part of this community as a faculty member. I am thankful the Lord provided an opportunity to be here!

Serving SA Since: 2016

Pauline Hacke

Computer
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Mrs. Hacke graduated from San Jose State University with a master’s degree in instructional technology. She has been teaching computer classes to grades K-6 for 11 years. She strives to lay a solid technological foundation for younger generations to build on. In her spare time, Mrs. Hacke likes traveling with her husband and daughter. In addition, she grew up in Beijing, China, and speaks fluent Mandarin.

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. (Jeremiah 29:11)

Serving SA Since: 2018

Conie Krause

English I & II, H English I & II, & Creative Writing
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Serving SA Since: 2020

Jed Leeper

Fitness & Head Football Coach
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Jed was raised in Hermann, MO and in 2003 earned a B.S. in Sports Studies from University of Central Missouri. He is owner of Electronic Payments of Oregon. Jed is married to Ericia and they have on Daughter, Nora, and Dogs, Kevin, Sal, & Gerald. Jed enjoys BBQing, traveling, and all sports & competition.

Salem Academy was the very first school we came to know when moving from Missouri to Oregon. We spent one year as a Football Coach in a private school in 2013 and love the environment, support, family, and Christian-centered focus.

Serving SA Since: 2019

Jeneé Orso

Librarian (K-12)
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Jeneé graduated from George Fox University with a B.S. in Elementary Education. She is married to Andre’ and has 3 sons Gabe (class of 2012), Elias (class of 2019), and Noah (class of 2022).

The Lord knew that my heart is enraptured with Christian Education and Salem Academy is a wonderful fit! I love that I can build relationships with each of our students and their families. It is a privilege to pray with my students and establish a Christ-centered atmosphere for them to grow and learn in. At the end of each day, I know I have invested in an amazing community and gained an abundance of blessings in return.

Serving SA Since: 2007

Rose Parks

Art
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Rose graduated from Eastern Oregon University in 2018, with a degree in Integrated Studies with minors in History and Communications. She has been involved with education and recreation programs for over 30 years including working for the Salem Art Association, Salem-Keizer School District and Willamette University.
She enjoys spending time with her husband Geoff, taking road trips as he works for an agricultural newspaper as a photojournalist. This has given Rose an insight into the farming lifestyle, inspiring her to teach a Farm to Table class for middle school students where they can learn how to preserve and cook food as well as where it is grown. She has two wonderful adult children, Jessica and Justin, who she loves to spend time with.

I love being part of the SA family and it is great to be going into my third year as an Art Teacher, as well as beginning a new adventure teaching Farm to Table! I appreciate the way the students encourage each other, not only in art class but also in life. I am thankful that God has placed me here at Salem Academy.

Serving SA Since: 2017

Tricia Peterson

English III/IV, H English III/IV
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Tricia was born and raised in Eastern WA on a wheat farm (raising horses & cattle and driving truck for harvest); She received her B.A. in English and teaching certificate from Washington State University followed by an M.A. in English from University of Idaho. For 25 years she lived in Connell, WA, where she taught English for Connell High School and dual credit classes for Eastern Washington University; her family recently moved to Salem where husband Tim took a position teaching in the new Agricultural degree program at Corban. They have four adult children: Carlos, Trevor, Taylor, and Tanner. Two of them are current Corban students and one is a recent Corban graduate. Tricia ad Tim love to hike, camp, renovate yards, garden, cook, and run.

I am so excited to be part of a school that so highly values their students. Salem Academy strives to grow their students spiritually and academically. I am honored to be part of a team with that shared passion for student growth.

Serving SA Since: 2019

Sarah Reed

U.S. History, AP U.S. History, H European History, & Gov./Econ. and ASB Advisor
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Sarah was born and raised in Boise, Idaho, with her parents and one younger sister. She grew up skiing at Bogus Basin every weekend in the winter and rafting the Boise River in the summer. She will always be a true Idahoan at heart! Sarah graduated from Boise High School then moved to Oregon to attend Corban University. Four years later, she graduated from Corban on a Saturday with a Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Education and married her college sweetheart the following day! She and her husband, Steve, (also on SA staff) have three wonderful kids; Emilie, Brandon, and Sydnie. Over the past fifteen years, she has graduated with a Master’s of Science in Education from Western Oregon University, as well as enjoyed a lot of running, traveling, and watching her kids play sports.

I have loved being a part of the SA community! My husband Steve is a 1995 graduate of SA and he was the one who encouraged me to apply. I am so grateful that he did because growing up at a large public high school makes me appreciate the daily differences that SA provides our students.

Serving SA Since: 2006

Matt VandeBurgt

H Calculus I & II, Chemistry, 3-D Animation, H Physics, H Physical Science & Math Lab
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Matt holds a Bachelor of Arts in Physics (Dordt College) and a Master of Science in Education (Corban University).

I started part time at Salem Academy, but quickly grew into the family. I love working here more and more each year. I believe God has blessed Salem Academy with wonderful faculty, parents, and especially students.

Serving SA Since: 2011

Randy Williams

Bible & World Studies
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Randy holds a B.S. from Corban University (1979), did graduate coursework in Theology at Western Seminary (Portland), and graduate coursework in Education through UC Davis (Chapman University).

I have very good friends at SA. We have invested in one another’s lives and as a result some know me well and I know them well. This makes this job a blessed ministry that I thoroughly enjoy. Colleagues have become dear friends. Helping freshmen become seniors is also extremely rewarding!

Serving SA Since: 2010

Kent Wilson

Band, Choir (7-12), Jazz Band, & Theater
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Kent was raised in California and Washington state and went to Corban University here in Salem receiving a Bachelors of Science in Music Education. he has one younger sister who is attending the University of Washington. His mom still resides in Washington state, where he visits often. Kent enjoys cooking, going to the coast, music (of course), Theater, and the occasional Netflix binge.

I love the environment here at S.A. It’s a place where students and faculty alike can grow in faith and profession/education. I’m excited for the upward potential of the Music and theater programs here at S.A. I started as a sub, and I feel as though God was prepping me to one day be here full time. I am ready for the direction He’ll take us!

Serving SA Since: 2016