Kimberly Baer joined the faculty of All Saints' in 2020 as the Lower School Science Teacher. She graduated in 1996 from Miami University with a B.S. in Elementary Education. In her 20 plus years of teaching, Kim has taught students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade—both as a classroom teacher and as a science lab teacher. She is currently pursuing her Master's Degree in Educational Leadership from Grand Canyon University. Kim and her husband Jonathan have three children. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, shopping, and cooking.
Mr.JoshuaDavidBlock
Music, Lower School
General Music Teacher
602-274-4866
Grand Canyon University - B.S. Northern Arizona University - M.Ed.
Joshua Block joins All Saints' faculty as a music teacher for students in Pre-K through sixth grades and as an elective teacher for students in seventh and eighth grades. He taught movement and music for 15 years at Madison Simis Elementary. He has a B.S. in Music Education from Grand Canyon University and an M.E. in Elementary Education from Northern Arizona University. He teaches classes on dance, music, creativity, and imagination at Arizona State University. He is Past President of AZ Orff and teaches movement classes for Orff-Schulwerk teacher certification courses. He has also completed his Kodály certification and is Past President of Arizona Kodály Teachers Society. Joshua is a member of the American Orff-Schulwerk Association Board of Trustees and a frequent presenter at Orff Chapters around the country. He is director of the training choir for the Phoenix Boys Choir and teaches private piano lessons.
Ellen Bond returned to All Saints' in 2020, teaching fourth grade. Previously, Ellen taught art at All Saints’ from 2013 to 2018. A native of Phoenix, she attended St. Gregory’s Catholic School and St. Mary’s High School. Ellen received her B.A. from Arizona State University in elementary education. She is certified in elementary education, art education, and English as a Second Language. She enjoys art, sports, jogging, music, and spending time with her family.
Courtney Byrd came to All Saints’ in 2002. She left the classroom for the 2005−2006 school year and returned in 2006. Courtney has a B.A. in Applied Learning and Development from the University of Texas at Austin. At All Saints’ Courtney is a second-grade teacher, a member of the Admissions Committee, a teacher mentor, and sixth grade volleyball coach. Courtney loves to travel and spend time with her husband and their two children Carter '19 and Katherine '18.
Mrs.KatieAnnMcKeownByrne
Lower School
Second Grade Teacher
Arizona State University - M.A. Arizona State University - B.S. Arizona State University - Bachelors (Nutrition Management) Arizona State University - Masters of Education
Katie Byrne joined the All Saints’ community in 2020. A native of Arizona, she completed her Bachelor of Science degree from Arizona State University in Nutrition and her Master's Degree in Language and Literacy, also from ASU. At All Saints’, Katie teaches second grade. Off campus, Katie loves to get into nature as much as possible, cook, and spend time with her three kids, husband, and dog, Mark.
Coach Casey Dillon joined the All Saints’ Physical Education team for the 2025–26 school year. An experienced educator with more than a decade of experience, Coach Dillon relocated from New Jersey, where he taught middle and high school health and P.E. and coached various sports, including football, basketball, and track. He holds a Master’s Degree in Wellness and Lifestyle Management and is passionate about creating engaging environments where students can grow through movement and teamwork.
Mr.EvanHammontree
Administration, Support Services
Head of Lower School
Alma College - BA Northern Arizona University - M.Ed University of Illinois - M.Ed
Julie Isaacson joined the All Saints' faculty in 2010 as a first-grade teacher. She received her B.S. in Marketing from Arizona State University in December 1998. She earned an M.Ed. in Elementary Education in May 2010 from Northern Arizona University. At All Saints', Julie currently teaches third grade, and she serves as the Team Facilitator for the third-grade team. Julie enjoys working out and reading as many books as she possibly can. She is a diehard Yankees fan and bleeds maroon and gold for her Sun Devils, no matter the season!
Originally from Illinois, Coach Blake Johnson brings an impressive background in athletic administration and student development to his role as Athletic Director. Most recently serving as Assistant Athletic Director for Peoria Public Schools, he led strategic planning and program expansion across more than 25 schools. In addition to his leadership roles, Coach Johnson has extensive coaching experience at the middle and high school levels, having led teams in everything from football to track. He is especially proud to have introduced structured sports programs for elementary-age students for the first time in district history. In addition to his years of experience, he holds a B.A. and an M.A. in Sports Management.
Coach Johnson’s ability to connect quickly with our students and get them excited about athletics is remarkable. He is passionate about building athletic programs where students grow in skill, confidence, and character, on and off the field.
Ashleigh Miller became a member of the All Saints’ team in 2021 as the lower and middle school counselor. Ashleigh comes to the area after working and residing in the Bullhead City community for nine years. There, Ashleigh worked in schools as a counselor, a teacher, and a coach. These positions came to life while earning a Master’s in Educational Leadership from Northern Arizona University. Ashleigh was born and raised on the shores of Lake Superior in Wisconsin, where she also received her B.A. from Northland College. Guided by faith and a deep love for animals, Ashleigh lives each day as a brand new one and believes in the power of connection and she looks forward to supporting our community. Ashleigh holds an adventurous soul, enjoys exploring national parks, and finding new places on long road trips. Photography and writing are two areas where Ashleigh highlights the strength of connection and shares the art with loved ones. Ashleigh played DIII softball in college and continues to stay active in any athletic outlet available—especially outdoors.
Ashley Mitchell is a native of Phoenix, Arizona, and she graduated from Camelback High School in 2001. She played volleyball for Alcorn State in Mississippi and graduated with a B.S. in Physical Education. Ashley joined All Saints’ in 2010 as a part-time P.E. teacher. The following year she taught P.E. and assisted the kindergarten teachers. Currently, she is teaching P.E. to students in second through eighth grades. Ashley also coaches sixth-grade girls athletics at All Saints’. Ashley likes to play volleyball, hike, read, travel, swim, and do hot yoga.
Mrs.KerriePelenytschka
Lower School
Fourth Grade Teacher
602-274-4866
University of Colorado - B.S. National-Louis University - M.A.
Kerrie Pelenytschka joined All Saints’ in 2003. She earned her M.A. in Teaching from National-Louis University in Evanston, Illinois, and a B.S. in Commercial Recreation from the University of Colorado at Boulder. Kerrie began teaching at All Saints' as a third-grade teacher. After four years, she had the opportunity to begin the lower school science program which she jumped at the opportunity to do. In 2020, Kerrie joined the fourth-grade team as a fourth-grade homeroom teacher. Her goal is to get the children excited learning through a rich, engaging, and hands-on curriculum. She always says that she has the “best job” on campus. Kerrie enjoys hiking, gardening, cooking, and spending time with her family and friends.
Mrs.RachelMuschTaylor
Lower School
Second Grade Teacher
University Of Arizona - Bachelors Of Arts Education Early Childhood
Tracey Williams joined All Saints’ in 2007. She has a B.A. in Sociology from the University of California at Santa Barbara. In 2002, Tracey earned her M.S. in Education from Bank Street Graduate School in New York City. Before joining the Technology Department, Tracey taught third grade for seven years at All Saints’. She now spends her days teaching technology in the Lower School DREAMlab and helping teachers integrate technology consistently in their classrooms. Tracey enjoys spending time with her family, the outdoors, and visiting her home state of California as much as possible.