Colleen Bobbin
Director of Admissions & Records
cbobbin@bfacademy.orgColleen joined the Ben Franklin Academy office staff in January 2013. She worked part-time as the receptionist and then, from 2015-2018, shared the office manager role. In June 2018, she transitioned to her current role of Director of Admissions & Records, handling student records and all new K-8 student enrollment.
Colleen is originally from New Jersey but was raised in Northern California. She moved to Colorado from San Francisco in 2001 and married her husband, Nathan, two years later. They have a daughter and a son, both of whom started at BFA when the doors opened in September 2011.
Colleen thrives on the interaction and fast-paced environment of the Ben Franklin Academy office. When she’s not working or with her family, however, she loves to run. It’s a great way to stay fit, unwind and experience the beauty of Colorado.
Peggy Brown
RN, BFA's Nurse Consultant
pbrown@bfacademy.orgPeggy is excited to begin her third year as the School Nurse Consultant for Ben Franklin Academy! Though she has lived in Colorado for the past 29 years, she is originally from Portage WI. She graduated with a BSN from The University of San Diego, and has been a pediatric nurse throughout her career. She has worked in children’s hospitals in Milwaukee WI and San Diego CA,, as well as in Public health. Peggy has been a school nurse consultant in Douglas County for the past 24 years.
Jennifer Jones
Office Manager
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Carrie Keen
Communications Manager
ckeen@bfacademy.orgCarrie has served the BFA community since before the school opened its doors. She is a BFA founding family and, prior to her current role, dedicated her free time toward volunteering on various BFA committees. She has served as the Communication Manager for seven years. She received a BSBA with an emphasis in marketing from Saint Louis University. Prior to moving to Colorado, Carrie spent 11 years with the Federal Reserve Bank in St. Louis. Carrie enjoys spending time with family, friends and volunteering.
Shannon Jensen
School Resource Officer
sjensen@bfacademy.orgDeputy Shannon Jensen is an experienced and accomplished School Resource Officer (SRO) with 14 years of law enforcement experience. She obtained her undergraduate degree and Doctor of Law in Northern California, where she also began her law enforcement career before moving to Colorado with her family. Deputy Jensen has been with the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office for eight years and has had various assignments, including serving the community as a cold case detective. After solving a 40-year-old Colorado cold case, she was featured on Dateline NBC and People Magazine Investigates. Deputy Jensen graduated from the National Association of School Resource Officers Basic and Advanced School Resource Officer courses. She also was recently recognized as a NASRO practitioner, which requires years of training and service as a school resource officer. When she’s not in uniform, you can find Deputy Jensen exploring the outdoors, soaking in Colorado hot springs, cheering on her favorite baseball team, or enjoying a concert at Red Rocks.
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Jeanelle Korhonen
Receptionist
jkorhonen@bfacademy.orgJeanelle is excited to work as a Receptionist in the front office at BFA. Originally from the Pacific Northwest but she has been enjoying living in the always sunny Highlands Ranch since late 2016. She is a Mom to two boys and two fur babies. In her free time, you can catch her doing some form of exercise and enjoying time exploring the outdoors with her family.
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Kelley Marie Paulson
Health Aide
kpaulson@bfacademy.orglKelley Marie Paulson is excited to be the BFA Health Aide. Born and bred in Kentucky, she received a Bachelor of Arts in Theater with a minor in Art and Language Arts from Northern Kentucky University. Kelley Marie moved to Colorado in 2001, where she met and married her husband, Karl. They have welcomed 5 wonderful children into their lives, Christian, Genevieve, Callister, Flettcher, and Cassandra (4 of them have attended BFA). Together with her family, Kelley Marie enjoys spending time in Steamboat Springs, where they can be seen at the lake boating/SUP/kayaking, hiking, fishing, and relaxing. She also enjoys being a Dance/Scout/Golf/Soccer/
Leigh Savoy
BASE/Camp Director & Makerspace Coordinator
lsavoy@bfacademy.orgLeigh is honored to be part of the Ben Franklin Academy team. She has worked at Ben Franklin Academy since 2011, and is currently the Director of the BASE and Summer Camp programs. She worked in the Preschool program for 12 years as well.
Leigh and her husband Frank have been married for 34 years and have lived many places thanks to the Military. But by far Colorado is the most awesome place to be! They have three wonderful children, two sons and a daughter. In her free time, Leigh likes to spend time with her family, playing tennis and spending time outdoors in the beautiful Colorado weather.
Leigh loves working with all children because of their openness and willingness to learn and have fun. She loves to be part of the BFA community and to be able to interact with the children and parents alike.
Leigh is excited to begin the school year and make a positive impact in your children’s lives.
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