Kori Mayeski, M.A. Educational Leadership
Education Director
Kori earned her undergraduate degree in Secondary Social Studies Education from the University of Maryland, College Park. After teaching in both Middle School and High School, Kori continued her education at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. She earned a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership/Administration. At both the University of Tennessee and Georgia Tech, Kori worked with freshman students in their transition to college. She taught an introductory Psychology course helping students adjust to their new environment. Prior to becoming the Education Director at La Europa, Kori served as an Assistant Education Director for an all-girl residential treatment center for almost 4 years. She designed La Europa's Education Program and ensures that our students receive the best academic education. Kori coordinates with the teachers to provide an individualized, college-preparatory curriculum designed to both challenge and support the young women who attend La Europa Academy.

Kelli Hansen, BA
English Teacher
Kelli received her Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education with a major in English and a minor in Italian from the University of Utah. She has been working with adolescents as a teacher for 8 years. Having studied languages in Italy, she had many opportunities to surround herself with Renaissance art and European culture. Kelli is excited to be a part of La Europa Academy and have the opportunity to be instrumental in the academic growth, and the development of life skills that will benefit them throughout the rest of their lives.

Jill Buckmiller, BFA
Art/Chemistry Teacher
Jill Buckmiller comes to La Europa Academy with many years experience as a commissioned portrait artist. Generally working in colored pencil and watercolor, she has enjoyed working with clients in creating family heirlooms. Jill graduated from the University of Utah with a major in Art and a minor in Chemistry. While there, Jill was awarded the Who’s Who in American Universities and Colleges, and was president of the University of Utah student chapter of the National Art Education Association. With many years of teaching art to elementary students under her belt, Jill now has the fun and challenging opportunity of teaching both Art and Chemistry at La Europa. Married for 24 years, with four children, Jill enjoys camping, hiking and watching movies with her family. Her other interests include reading, gardening, knitting and, of course, creating art!

Adrienne Noakes
Science Teacher
Adrienne graduated from Brigham Young University with a BS in Chemistry, Microbiology, and Zoology. She received her Secondary Teaching Credential from California State University, Hayward. Adrienne has been teaching chemistry, biology, and earth systems at an adolescent treatment facility, during after school hours, for the past 5 years and has taught at the middle and high school levels. Because math is the language of science, one of Adrienne’s goals, is to help instill in her students a better understanding of, and appreciation for these subjects. Adrienne is the mother of four, with hobbies and interests that include; travel, interior design, reading, sewing, and movies.

Betsy Miller, BA
Spanish Teacher
Betsy Miller is a talented and highly qualified teacher.  She graduated from Brigham Young University in January of 2006 earning a BA in Spanish Teaching and a Minor in TESOL.  She has spent hours volunteer in the community helping non-native English speaking families in the community though translating and accessing community services.  She has tutored math and Spanish in high schools throughout Utah county.  Betsy is married and is the mother of two wonderful children. 

Rachel Gardner, BS
Dance Teacher
Rachel Gardner was born into the world of dance and the arts.  With an artistic father employed in the entertainment industry in Hollywood, California and a mother owner/director of Tehachapi Dance Theatre, her artistic gifts and love of dance came as a natural outgrowth.

Her early training included Ballet under the direction of Penny Huffor, a former dancer with both the New York City Ballet and San Francisco Ballet Companies.  She was introduced to Graham technique by Marta Flores and continued her Modern training under Brodrick Wilson, former dancer with the Alvin Ailey Dance Company in New York City.  She also studied jazz, hip-hop, tap, and most recently African.  After High School, Rachel was awarded a full Performing Arts Scholarship at Utah Valley State College where she continued her technical dance training as a member of “Synergy” their modern dance company.  Her gift as a choreographer earned her the privilege of having several pieces selected to be performed at the American College Dance Festival as well as one of her works highlighted at a luncheon hosting Larry King Live.

Although Rachel loves performing, her passion has always been for teaching.  She began with her first teaching position at age fifteen. Since then she has taught in public schools, professional studios, and at the nationally acclaimed sports center Woodward West.  She believes, “It is the supreme art of a teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.” She is currently working on her thesis in an integrated studies program at Utah Valley State College which allows her to incorporate her two passions, dance and behavioral science. Combining these two interests, Rachel hopes to continue to share the creative and therapeutic healing powers of dance with others.