Meet Our Team
Discover. Challenge. Succeed.
Our team is united by a bold mission: Prepare students for life—not just tests. With a focus on mentorship, real-world relevance, and character development, our educators shape thinkers, builders, and future leaders.
Cherish Cahoon
Head of School
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15 years teaching experience
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Texas Teaching Certificate
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International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme Trained
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Montessori Certified - AMS Secondary I & II
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Effect+ Global Competence Certification - AFS Intercultural Programs
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Professional Development through Project Zero, Harvard Graduate School of Education
Cherish leads with heart, purpose, and an unshakable belief in every student’s potential. She’s driven by the idea that education should be meaningful—rooted in real-world relevance, curiosity, and personal growth. As Head of School, she works to create an environment where learners feel seen, challenged, and inspired to lead with confidence and compassion.
Support Staff
At Valor Heights, our support staff bring real-world experience and personalized guidance to every classroom, helping students grow through purposeful, hands-on learning.
Guest Teachers
We welcome guest teachers who bring specialized skills and fresh perspectives. They lead workshops, labs, and short-term intensives that enrich the curriculum and connect students with the world beyond the classroom.
RUBEN DEDMAN
TECHNOLOGY
Mr. Ruban leads students in exploring AI and emerging technologies, equipping them with future-ready skills through hands-on learning and innovation-focused projects.
SHEA COSTA
SHOW CHOIR & THEATER
Ms. Shea leads Show Choir and Theater with energy and heart, helping students build confidence, express themselves, and grow through performance and collaboration.
SARAH HOOD
DYSLEXIA SPECIALIST
Sarah supports learners as a dyslexia specialist, offering targeted strategies that build literacy skills, confidence, and long-term academic success.
GASTON LOSA
SOCCER SPECIALIST
Gaston brings elite experience as a former pro goalkeeper to his role as trainer and coach. He helps students build discipline, agility, and mental focus through specialized soccer training.