Profile

Profile

Chief Executive Officer/Superintendent

My Bio

Dr. Kristofer Sippel was born and raised in Scottsdale, Arizona. Kristofer is married to his incredibly supportive wife, Rita, and has two sons, Kristofer Jr. and Kenneth as well as three daughters, Katie, Kamrie, and Kacie, all who attend San Tan Charter School. He holds a Bachelors in English and a Masters as well as a Doctorate in school administration.

Dr. Sippel has been with San Tan Charter School since its inception back in 2005 serving as the Principal of San Tan Learning Center. Dr. Sippel will continue his position of CEO/Principal at San Tan Charter School as the school moves into its 11thyear of service to the community. Dr. Sippel manages the day-to-day operations and the growth and development of a hyper-growth charter school taking San Tan from 45 students in 2005 to over 850 students for the current school year. Dr. Sippel has been in education for over two decades serving students as a Reading Teacher, High School English Teacher, Dean of Students, and Assistant Principal.

Dr. Sippel has received numerous awards and recognition. For the fourth consecutive year, he was featured in the East Valley Tribune as a top school educator. Additionally, he has served as a Library Board Member, Parks and Recreation Board Member, and a City Council Member for the City of Apache Junction. He currently sits on his Community’s Home Owners Association board of directors and is a member of the Mt. Claret Retreat Center’s Advisory Council. Dr. Sippel is active throughout the Town of Gilbert as well; most notable is his service as the Chairman of the Planning Commission for the Town of Gilbert.

Dr. Sippel believes that it is his life mission and calling to provide an amazing education experience to all students.

 

Birthday: August 22nd

My primary appreciation language is: Tangible Receiving

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These are A Few Of My Favorite Things…..

Color(s): Blue

Flower(s): Dogwoods

Healthy Snack(s): Banana

“Junk Food” Treat(s): Score Bars

Drink(s): I am a water guy

Scent(s): Mrs. Sippel

Game(s): Everything Football

Sit-Down Restaurant(s): Fogo De Chow

Fast Food Restaurant(s): Peter Piper Pizza

Place(s) to Receive a Gift Card: San Tan Village

Most used school/office supply: Yellow Pads of Paper

What I would really like is: A weekend up at the Cabin

Heroes: My Uncle

Hobbies: Working