Principal

Phone: 531.299.7390
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Degrees and Certifications:
Doctorate in Educational Leadership, University of Nebraska at Omaha, 2017 Masters of Science in Education Administration and Supervision, University of Nebraska at Omaha, 2009 Bachelor of Arts, Spanish and K-12 Education, University of Iowa, 2004
Dr. Carrie Carr
Dr. Carrie Carr has been with Buena Vista High School since 2021. She began her career in the Omaha Public Schools as a high school Spanish teacher before becoming a Dean of Students and later an Assistant Principal. She most recently served as Principal of Norris Middle School. Dr. Carr's core values are shared leadership, empathy, trust, and belief. She is a bilingual educator who is proud to serve the South Omaha Community.

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Degrees and Certifications:
Administrative Credential, National University, 2019 Master of Art in Teaching Leadership, St. Mary's College of Moraga, 2013 Teaching Credential, National University, 2006 Bachelors of Science, Kinesiology, San Jose State University, 2003
Mrs. Ann-Marie Walters
Mrs. Walters joins the Omaha Public Schools with experience in teaching, instructional coaching, and leadership. Mrs. Walters began her career as a Science teacher and teacher leader before becoming a K-12 instructional coach. She served as an assistant principal at San Ramon Valley High School in California before joining Buena Vista. She serves as the assistant principal and data administrator at our school.

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Degrees and Certifications:
Master of Education-Educational Leadership, Doane College, 2008 Bachelor of Science, Peru State College, 2000 Associate of Arts, Southeast Community College, 1997
Mr. Matthew Koehler
Mr. Koehler joins the Omaha Public Schools with experience in teaching, coaching and leadership. Mr. Koehler began his career as an elementary teacher and coach in Palmer, Nebraska. He coached volleyball, golf, and boys basketball. He then became a K-12 principal and coach in Shickley before moving into the role of athletic director and assistant principal in Nebraska City. Mr. Koehler serves as an assistant principal and athletic director at Buena Vista.

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Degrees and Certifications:
B.A. Psychology, Nebraska Wesleyan, 2001 B.A. Education and Social Sciences, Peru State, 2003 M.S. Secondary Education, University of Nebraska at Omaha, 2008 M.S. Educational Administration, Concordia University, 2013
Mr. Curtis Weber
Mr. Weber serves Buena Vista High School as the Assistant Principal and Activities Director. He began his career as a social studies teacher and basketball coach before moving into leadership. He has previously served as a dean of students and athletics/activities director at McMillan Middle School.
Meet our Deans

Phone: 531-299-9121
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Degrees and Certifications:
B.S. Secondary Education, University of Nebraska at Omaha M.S. Secondary Education, University of Nebraska at Omaha Middle Level Endorsement, English Language Arts and Health M.A. Educational Leadership, Doane University Administrative Endorsement, Doane University
Mrs. Rebecca Chambers-Kable
Mrs. CK serves as Dean of Students at Buena Vista High School. She previously served as Magnet Coordinator/Instructional Facilitator at McMillan Middle School, OPS District Instructional Technology Coach, and an Instructional Coach at Wakonda Elementary. She began her career in education in 2010 as a 7th grade ELA teacher.

Phone: 531-299-9952
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Degrees and Certifications:
B.A. Spanish, Creighton University M.Ed. Education in Teaching, College of Saint Mary
Mrs. Kayla Pitt
Mrs. Pitt serves Buena Vista School as a Dean of Students. She previously served as a Spanish Teacher and Admin Intern for Millard Public Schools. Mrs. Pitt's core values are supporting equitable learning environments, continuous improvement, and leading with vivid vision. She is a bilingual educator who is proud to serve in the South Omaha Community.

Phone: 531-299-7024
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Degrees and Certifications:
B.S. Secondary Education, Emporia State University M.Ed. Secondary School Administration, Concordia University
Mr. Terrell Matthews
Mr. Matthews serves Buena Vista High School as a Dean of Students. He previously served as secondary math teacher at Norris Middle School, Nathan Hale Middle School, and North High all for the Omaha Public Schools. Taking part in both athletics and academics, he has been faithfully serving the Omaha Community since 2009.
Meet our Curriculum Specialists

Phone: 531-299-6528
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Degrees and Certifications:
B.S. Mathematics Education, Northwestern College ESL Endorsement, University of Nebraska at Lincoln M.A. Mathematics Education, University of Nebraska at Lincoln Administrative Certificate, Wayne State College
Ms. Tanya Archie
Ms. Archie serves Buena Vista as Curriculum Specialist overseeing the areas of Math, Science, Music, and Drama. In addition, Ms. Archie supports our building in our on-site tutoring and through Title 1. She has previously served as a Math teacher and Math coach in the Omaha Public Schools.

Phone: 531-299-8901
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Degrees and Certifications:
B.S. Education and Language Arts, University of Nebraska at Lincoln M.Ed. Teacher Leadership, Midland University M.Ed. Education Leadership, Doane University
Ms. Rachel Beck
Ms. Rachel Beck serves as Curriculum Specialist at Buena Vista High School, overseeing the areas of English, English Learners, World Languages, and Library. Ms. Beck previously served as an instructional facilitator at McMillan Magnet Center and an English teacher at Omaha North High School

Phone: 531-299-6593
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Degrees and Certifications:
B.A. Economics, Boston College Graduate Certificate, Nonprofit Management, Northeastern University M.A. Teaching Special Education, College of St. Mary M.S. Educational Leadership, University of Nebraska at Omaha
Ms. Stephanie Jones
Ms. Stephanie Jones serves as the Special Education Department Head for Buena Vista High School. She previously served as a special education teacher at Omaha Bryah High School. Ms. Jones oversees the Special Instruction Program and the Alternative Curriculum Program, in addition to supporting Unified Sports.

Phone: 531-299-6694
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Degrees and Certifications:
B.S. Secondary Education and Teaching, University of Nebraska at Omaha M.A. Communication, University of Nebraska at Omaha M.Ed. Leadership and Teaching, Midland University Ed.D. Educational Leadership, University of Nebraska at Omaha
Dr. Katie McWilliams
Dr. McWilliams serves as our Curriculum Specialist, overseeing Social Studies and our Pathways, as well as testing, AP, and Dual Enrollment. She has previously served i the Omaha Public Schools as an English teacher and Curriculum Specialist at Bryan High School.

Phone: 531-299-4040
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Degrees and Certifications:
B.S. Secondary Education Health/History, University of Nebraska at Lincoln MPH Public Health Administration, University of Nebraska Medical Center Ed.S. Education Leadership, Doane University
Ms. Stacia Weaver
Ms. Weaver serves Buena Vista High School as a Curriculum Specialist, overseeing the areas of Art, PE, Human Growth and Development, JROTC, and Freshman Seminar as well as Freshman Academy Lead and credit recovery site-supervisor. Ms. Weaver previously served as an athletic trainer, teacher, Instructional Facilitator, and Dean at Northwest High School as well as Health Science teacher at the OPS Career Center.