Kathleen Lopez

Kathleen Lopez brings 27 years of dedicated educational experience to her role as Assistant Director of Education over Curriculum and Instruction. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Special Education from Arizona State University and a Master’s degree in Counseling from Northern Arizona University, alongside Arizona K–12 Math and Special Education certifications. Over her career, Kathleen has taught special education, psychology, and math ranging from Pre-Algebra to Foundational Algebra II. Since helping open the Heritage Academy Gateway Campus in 2013—serving as a teacher, Assistant Principal, and Principal—she has remained deeply committed to supporting scholars, families, and staff as a proud Heritage Hero.