The teacher consultants, teachers and tutors at Arrow Academic Center represent decades of experience in all areas of education. The teacher consultants have been trained by and work with Academy Northwest, to provide the best possible educational services to you and your students.
Denise Sumner
With a bachelor’s degree in business and computer science, Denise began her career as a software developer. Soon after the birth of her first daughter, she became a technology specialist at a small private school and went on to complete her Washington State Teaching Certification with high school endorsements in technology, business, and math. Denise moved to Bellevue Christian Junior/Senior High School, and taught in various capacities for 18 years, completing her Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction during that time. She has also taught at several co-ops on the Eastside and worked as a math tutor.
In addition to working at Arrow, Denise was the principal and administrator of Academy Northwest, our affiliate private, Christian school for several years. While now semi-retired, Denise still does tutoring and consulting on a limited basis.
Denise and her husband recently moved to Texas to be near their children and grandchildren. They are active in the church, particularly in the children’s Bible school programs.
Jenny Crill
Jenny has experience teaching in elementary and middle school classrooms and especially enjoys math, science, and art. At Arrow, she consults with high school students, teaches math, and provides testing services for all grades.
In addition to teaching at Arrow, Jenny teaches math classes at the Heritage Christian co-op in Bellevue. She enjoys camping, crafting, and spending time with her family. She is active in her church and regularly teaches children’s Bible classes.
Katie Bell
Katie is a licensed ASL interpreter with experience working in schools. She has extensive experience teaching ASL classes and has taught students at Arrow for many years. She has a special gift for making her classes exciting and fun as well as rigorous.