Junior High
Lindsy Brownell
Secondary Principal
Lindsy Brownell
Secondary Principal
503.399.7360
Married to her husband Jason for 20 years. They have four sons- Brady (SA ‘23), Logan, Hayden, and Evan. She received a B.S. in Elementary Education from Corban University, Masters Degree in Educational Leadership from GCU, Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Cairn University, and currently half way completed in earning PhD in Christian Education Leadership from Columbia International University.
I love our SA family! This community is not only about education, but also growing and serving the Lord. I love serving with a team that loves the Lord and loves teaching His truth. Our student body is priceless and such a special community of kids.
Serving SA Since: 2014
Mark Atkinson
Algebra II & Honors Algebra II (HS only)
Mark Atkinson
Algebra II & Honors Algebra II (HS only)
503.378.1211
Serving SA Since: 2026
Aaron Brown
JH English
Aaron Brown
JH English
503.378.1211
Aaron grew up in Southwest Georgia before moving to Oregon after earning a B.A. in English Literature. He attended Corban University and Pacific University for licensure and a Special Education endorsement. He is married with two children and enjoys woodworking, gardening, playing and coaching rugby, and almost any outdoor activity.
Having known its excellent reputation for some time, I’m excited to be joining the Salem Academy family, and look forward to how God plans to use me as part of the school’s mission.
Serving SA Since: 2022
Tami Burrell
JH Science & JH Forensics
Tami Burrell
JH Science & JH Forensics
503.378.1211
Tami was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest , then traveled/ worked a few other places ( NJ , ME , CA , AK ) before coming back home to support the family during the death of their parents. She has stayed put in Salem since that time, with a few journeys and travels to keep things sane. She enjoys science, math, most creepy crawlies, fire, music, and travel.
Being at Salem Academy is enjoyable, especially as cherubs participate when curiosity strikes and we go exploring (physically or mentally ). God is wonderful providing a place and people so accepting of exploration!
Serving SA Since: 2013
Pauline Hacke
CAD Design & 3D Printing, JH Technology, 2D Animation
Pauline Hacke
CAD Design & 3D Printing, JH Technology, 2D Animation
503.378.1211
Pauline has a Master’s degree in Instructional Technology from San Jose State University. She has taught computers to students at all grade levels since 2007 and is thrilled to take on the challenge of teaching middle and high school students (which have been her focus since 2020). She is married and has a daughter. She enjoys hiking, gardening, cooking (especially her native Chinese cuisine), and walking her dog, Max.
God called me to Salem Academy in 2018, shortly after my family relocated to Oregon from California. I had never worked at a Christian school before. I’m truly amazed at how God has continually prepared me professionally and spiritually to help students build a solid foundation in computer science and technology here at SA.
Serving SA Since: 2018
Karen Haslebacher
Senior Bible & Health
Karen Haslebacher
Senior Bible & Health
503.378.1211
Karen went to school at Willamette University and Liberty University. She has a Bachelor’s in Psychology and a Masters in Counseling. Her family love to go camping, hiking, and paddle boarding. They spend as much time outside as the Oregon weather allows.
It is an honor to walk with students as they grow in their relationship with the Lord, mature in their character, and discover who God made them to be. As each student graduates and moves on to a new adventure, I feel privileged to have played a small part in their journey through life.
Serving SA Since: 2006
Helena Hennigan
Secondary Art
Helena Hennigan
Secondary Art
503.378.1211
Helena went to school at Indiana Wesleyan University where she received her undergraduate in Graphic Design and Illustration. She went on to receive a Masters of Teaching at Concordia University. She is married and they have two girls. She loves spending time on her family farm; gardening and playing with their girls.
The staff has been so welcoming. I had previously taught at in the public schools and then took a few years off to be a stay at home mom to my girls. It has been an amazing transition back into teaching. I was thinking about going back into teaching, and God knew where my family and I needed to go. It has been a wonderful experience.
Serving SA Since: 2021
Phoebe Herndon
JH Bible Teacher
Phoebe Herndon
JH Bible Teacher
503.378.1211
Phoebe received her B.A. in Social Science and Organizational Management from Bethany University in Santa Cruz, California. She has worked in Christian education since 2016 with prior roles in youth ministry, business, and non-profit organizations. She and her husband Josh have 5 children at SA: Norah, Isak, Noah, Penny, and Clive. Phoebe loves quality time with family, travel, reading, adventuring outdoors near any ocean, river, or trail. She can often be spotted with good cup of coffee in hand.
I love SA! We are incredibly grateful to have our family as part of this community. The Lord opened many doors for me join Salem Academy as a parent and staff member in 2021. Serving our JH students has brought much joy and more laughter than I ever could have anticipated! I am honored to join the Bible department this school year.
Serving SA Since: 2021
Jamie Knust
Secondary Admin Assistant/ Registrar/ASB Coordinator/ Honors Psychology
Jamie Knust
Secondary Admin Assistant/ Registrar/ASB Coordinator/ Honors Psychology
503.378.1211
Jamie received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Youth & Family Studies and a minor in Biblical Theology from Corban University. She married her wonderful husband, Adam, in 2010, and they have 3 kids; Jackson, Levi, and Eleanor. She loves taking road trips and having adventures with her family!
I am so grateful and blessed to be a part of the SA community. I love that I get to be a small part of their mission to not only help every student thrive academically, but to help them become passionate followers of Christ!
Serving SA Since: 2023
Jeff Larson
World History, Geography, & Speech
Jeff Larson
World History, Geography, & Speech
503.378.1211
Jeff graduated from George Fox in 1992 and did graduate work at both Eastern Oregon University and Concordia University Irvine. He’s been married to Louise for over three decades. They have three kids and two grandkids. He enjoys coaching track and field (sprints and hurdles), and loves mountain biking, and growing beautiful flowers.
I have felt very welcome at SA from the moment I stepped on campus. It’s clear to me that sharing God’s grace is top priority here!
Serving SA Since: 2025
Stephanie Law
Secondary Office Manager
Stephanie Law
Secondary Office Manager
503.378.1211
Stephanie received her Associate of Arts degree from Rogue Community College. She married her husband Brandon in 2005 and they have two kids, Alysha and Kyler, who are here at Salem Academy. She loves baking, soccer, and going to the beach.
I love Salem Academy. I started out as a SA mom, and a few years later when my son started preschool, I was ready to start working again. I was blessed with an amazing opportunity to teach preschool for a few years. I am now excited for my new adventures in the middle and high school office. I am so thankful to be working at such a great school centered around God.
Serving SA Since: 2018
Nancy Loop
P.E. and Health Teacher
Nancy Loop
P.E. and Health Teacher
503.378.1211
Nancy is married to her best friend and they have been blessed with six kids - 1 girl & 5 boys. They also have 2 of the most amazing grandkids. As a family, they enjoy water sports, hiking, camping, singing, and can turn virtually anything into a competition. While their kids were young, Nancy worked part-time as an aerobics instructor and swim coach at The Courthouse Athletic Club. After her youngest entered Kindergarten, the Lord moved upon Nancy’s heart to finish a teaching degree that she had put on hold years earlier. In the Spring of 2022, she graduated from Corban University. The Lord guided her steps throughout the process, while her family cheered her on. Upon earning a teaching license with emphasis in both Health & PE, Nancy began teaching at Parrish Middle School. She was excited when a Health/PE position opened at Salem Academy, knowing this school prioritizes spiritual answers to the topics discussed in classes.
The Bible has much to say about physical, emotional, mental, and social health. I love having the freedom to incorporate spiritual wisdom into these life-impacting conversations at Salem Academy.
Serving SA Since: 2023
Jessica Mielke
JH Math Teacher
Jessica Mielke
JH Math Teacher
503.378.1211
Jessica graduated from Western Oregon University with a Bachelor of Science in education. After earning her bachelor’s degree, she continued her education at Western Oregon University, earning a Master of Science degree in education with an emphasis in education technology and a Master Degree in curriculum. She has been married to her husband, Karl, for over 20 years. They have three children—Ava (SA Class of 2022), Jacob (SA Class of 2025), and Finn (SA Class of 2033). In her free time, Jessica loves to spend time with her family, travel and spend time paddleboarding.
I love the community at Salem Academy. The love and support my family have received from the Salem Academy staff is beyond anything we could have ever imagined.
Serving SA Since: 2021
Jeneé Orso
Librarian (K-12)
Jeneé Orso
Jeneé Orso
Librarian (K-12)
503.378.1211
Jenee graduated from George Fox University with a B.S. in Elementary Education. Married to Andre’, they have three sons Gabe (SA ‘12) Elias (SA ‘19), and Noah (SA ‘22); and two granddaughters Audrey and Layla.
I love being a part of the Salem Academy family as a parent and as a staff member. It is an honor and privilege to pray for our students, staff, and their families each day. The Lord called me the the mission field of Christian education knowing that the mission field was going to continue to grow each year. It is important to me that our students know how much they are loved and valued not only by their teachers, but also their Heavenly Father. I am so blessed every single day that I can be a small piece of that solid foundation they can build while they are here at SA.
Serving SA Since: 2007
Brandi Price
Assistant Athletic Director
Brandi Price
Assistant Athletic Director
503.378.1211
Brandi grew up in Sisters, OR, playing sports for Sisters High School. She played basketball and ran track for Pacific University in Forest Grove, OR, and graduated with a BA in Education & Learning and minors in Coaching, Psychology, and Kinesiology. She met her husband at Pacific University; they married in 2014 and now have one son, a dog, and a cat.
Brandi has a passion for coaching and athletics; she began coaching in 2009 and hasn’t stopped since! The Prices’ lives are full and busy, as both Brandi and her husband work in local schools. They live in Salem and enjoy gardening, reading, volunteering, spending time with family, and supporting their respective school sporting events!
I began working at Salem Academy as the middle school track & field coach, then a girls basketball coach for middle and high school, and eventually became a full-time employee in the high school office. God keeps calling me back to SA in various ways and departments, even after leaving to become a stay-at-home-mom after the birth of my son. I am excited to be working in the Athletics Department, and look forward to seeing how the Lord uses me in this next season of life.
Serving SA Since: 2015
Felicia Sealey
Secondary Administrative Assistant & Yearbook
Felicia Sealey
Secondary Administrative Assistant & Yearbook
503.378.1211
Felicia is married to Clint and is the mother of Wyatt, James and Luke. She loves spending time with her immediate and extended family and enjoys weightlifting, golfing, hiking and camping.
I am so blessed to be a part of SA. God opened the door for my three boys and me to be a part of the SA family. We enjoy being a part of SA’s sports and getting to know the families here has been so rewarding.
Serving SA Since: 2025
Brad Shimomura
IT Technical Support
Brad Shimomura
IT Technical Support
503.378.1219
Brad was born and raised - and lived most of his life - in the Pacific Northwest. He is ordained with the Assemblies of God and has served as a Children’s Pastor in Washington and Oregon before being called to serve in Japan as a missionary. He is currently studying IT/Cybersecurity at Oregon Institute of Technology Portland-Metro Campus.
SA is a great community! God is truly doing something great on this campus!
Serving SA Since: 2023
Scott Van Atta
Bridge 56 and Secondary Band Director
Scott Van Atta
Bridge 56 and Secondary Band Director
503.378.1211
Serving SA Since: 2026
Matthew Wiltsey
JH Social Studies
Matthew Wiltsey
JH Social Studies
503.378.1211
Matt graduated from Carroll College in 2019 with a B.A. in Secondary Education for History, Political Science, and Social Studies. He is married to Erica.
I love being a part of of the SA community because of its focus on developing Christ-centered students and teachers who better the world around them.
Serving SA Since: 2022
Jacob Wolbaum
Secondary Vice Principal
Jacob Wolbaum
Secondary Vice Principal
503.378.1211
I’m married to my amazing wife, Genna, and we share our home with two lovable pugs. I earned my undergraduate degree from Portland State University, completed my first master’s at Liberty University, and am currently pursuing a second master’s in Educational Leadership at the American College of Education. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with Genna, golfing, fly fishing, and watching sports.
Coming to Salem Academy has always been a dream of mine. It offers the perfect blend of academic excellence, athletic opportunity, and spiritual growth for students. I feel incredibly blessed to be part of a school whose mission is to pursue excellence in all areas.
Serving SA Since: 2025