Administration
The leadership and front office team who keep Scholar Academy running every day.
School leadership
Parents are always welcome to reach out to our administrators with questions or ideas.
Mr. Hall is in his third year as principal of Scholar Academy and his 17th year in education. He spent four and a half years as a vice principal and 11 years teaching 4th, 5th and 6th grade, and he served as a Technology Specialist for Granite School District, helping educators use technology to improve student learning. He loves seeing students overcome challenges and discover their potential, and he believes in understanding each person's perspective before making decisions.
He holds a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and a master's in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Phoenix, administrative licensure from Utah State University, and a Technology Endorsement from Southern Utah University, and he completed the two-year eMINTS program in technology integration and student-centered learning.
He was named a finalist for Utah's Top Five Teacher of the Year by the Utah State Board of Education and was recognized by the Granite Education Foundation for his work with gifted students.
Outside of school, he enjoys camping, playing guitar, 3D printing, video games, exploring new technology and time with his family. He has been married for 17 years, and all three of his children attended Scholar Academy. His favorite personal memory is winning a game of Plinko on The Price Is Right.
“What we learn becomes a part of who we are.”
Mrs. Tignor has been with Scholar Academy since it opened in 2014. She has taught first and second grade and served as an instructional coach before stepping into her role as assistant principal. She holds a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Utah State University, master's degrees in Educational Leadership and in Curriculum and Instruction from Western Governors University, and a technology endorsement from Southern Utah University.
She is passionate about helping students develop a love of learning and enjoys watching them grow and achieve. In her role she hopes to build on student success, student and family engagement, and a positive school environment.
She has been married for 20 years and has two children. She enjoys reading, traveling, crafting, cooking and spending time with her family.
Mr. Heaton has been part of the Scholar Academy family for several years. He started as the school's office manager before stepping into his role as vice principal over behavior. He has also served as athletic director and loves sports. Before coming to Scholar, he worked in law enforcement. He holds a master's degree and is currently studying administrative leadership.
Administration and office
Questions about attendance, enrollment, behavior or technology? These are the people to contact.
Meet Scout the Owl
Scout was born in 2012. As a young owl, Scout watched students being dropped off at school from the tallest tree around and dreamed of becoming a mascot. At age 2, Scout got to start school, and it quickly became the best part of every day.
Scout wanted to be a mascot because Scout is caring, kind and always looks up to others. At age 6 that wish came true: Scout became Scholar Academy's mascot and celebrated with an owl dance party!
Written by Chaunice Holm, 5th grade, 2022