Darlene Brandtonies – MS Reading
Team Category: Staff
Abbigail Harkness – ELA
My name is Abbi Harkness, and this is my 2nd year at KCIA and in 6th grade ELA. I am born and raised in KC, and recently moved back! I graduated from University of Nebraska- Lincoln with a degree in Global Studies and Human Rights. I have been working in education since my graduation but […]
Elizabeth Tappana – Math
My name is Elizabeth Tappana and this is my first year teaching at Kansas City International Academy. I am originally from Webb City, Missouri, but spent the last three years teaching English in Spain. Currently I’m pursuing a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction from the University of Missouri St. Louis. When I am not […]
Adilene Mendiola
Hello KCIA Families. I am very excited to be a part of the KCIA team this year and look forward to working with your family! I am a Kansas City Metro area native and this is my 6th year teaching in our community. I graduated from UMKC with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. In […]
McKynzie Inscho
Hello! I’m McKynzie Inscho, originally from Saint Joseph, Missouri, and currently residing in Kansas City. I earned my undergraduate degree in Political Science from UMKC before pursuing a master’s in Curriculum and Instruction at the same institution. My teaching career began with 2nd and 3rd grades, and I am now thrilled to be focusing on […]
Michelle Haynes-Winters – Administrative Assistant to Superintendent
My name is Michelle Haynes-Winter. I am a mother of 4 and grandmother of 5. I am originally from St. Louis and have been married to my husband Les for 28 years. My educational experience of 28 years includes; substitute teacher, a self-contained paraprofessional, 3-5th grade teacher, a Behavioral interventionist, Facilitator of an inclusion/ long […]
Stacy King – Superintendent
My name is Dr. Stacy King, and I am excited to serve as Superintendent of KC International Academy for the 2024-2025 school year! I have been in education for more than 25 years. Throughout my career, I have served students and families in various roles through the lens of general and special education. I have […]