Meet Our Leadership Team
Dr. Carrie Carr
Principal
Phone: 531.299.7390
Email: carrie.carr@ops.org
Dr. Carrie Carr has been with Buena Vista High School since 2021. She began her career in the Omaha Public Schools as a high school Spanish teacher before becoming a Dean of Students and later an Assistant Principal. She most recently served as Principal of Norris Middle School. Dr. Carr's core values are shared leadership, empathy, trust, and belief. She is a bilingual educator who is proud to serve the South Omaha Community.
Degrees and Certifications:
- Doctorate in Educational Leadership, University of Nebraska at Omaha, 2017
- Masters of Science in Education Administration and Supervision, University of Nebraska at Omaha, 2009
- Bachelor of Arts, Spanish and K-12 Education, University of Iowa, 2004
Mrs. Ann-Marie Walters
Assistant Principal
Email: annmarie.walters@ops.org
Mrs. Walters joined the Omaha Public Schools in 2021, bringing experience in teaching, instructional coaching, and leadership. Mrs. Walters began her career as a Science teacher and teacher leader before becoming a K-12 instructional coach. She served as an assistant principal at San Ramon Valley High School in California before joining Buena Vista. She serves as the assistant principal and data administrator at our school.
Degrees and Certifications:
- Administrative Credential, National University, 2019
- Master of Art in Teaching Leadership, St. Mary's College of Moraga, 2013
- Teaching Credential, National University, 2006
- Bachelors of Science, Kinesiology, San Jose State University, 2003
Mr. Matthew Koehler
Assistant Principal
Email: matthew.koehler@ops.org
Mr. Koehler joined the Omaha Public Schools with experience in teaching, coaching and leadership. Mr. Koehler began his career as an elementary teacher and coach in Palmer, Nebraska. He coached volleyball, golf, and boys basketball. He then became a K-12 principal and coach in Shickley before moving into the role of athletic director and assistant principal in Nebraska City. Mr. Koehler serves as an assistant principal and athletic director at Buena Vista.
Degrees and Certifications:
- Master of Education-Educational Leadership, Doane College, 2008
- Bachelor of Science, Peru State College, 2000
- Associate of Arts, Southeast Community College, 1997
Mr. Curtis Weber
Assistant Principal
Email: curtis.weber@ops.org
Mr. Weber serves Buena Vista High School as the Assistant Principal and Activities Director. He began his career as a social studies teacher and basketball coach before moving into leadership. He has previously served as a dean of students and athletics/activities director at McMillan Middle School.
Degrees and Certifications:
- B.A. Psychology, Nebraska Wesleyan, 2001
- B.A. Education and Social Sciences, Peru State, 2003
- M.S. Secondary Education, University of Nebraska at Omaha, 2008
- M.S. Educational Administration, Concordia University, 2013
Miss Leigh Suhr
Dean
Phone: 531-299-9171
Email: leigh.suhr@ops.org
Miss Suhr serves Buena Vista High School as a Dean of Students. She previously taught Human Growth and Development at Buena Vista and South High. She began her career with Omaha Public Schools as an English teacher at South High School. Lastly, Miss Suhr serves as an Athletic Aide for our athletic programs here at Buena Vista. She has been a part of the OPS family for 16 years.
Degrees and Certifications:
B.S. Human Resources and Family Science, University of Nebraska
M.Ed. Art of Teaching, College of Saint Mary
M. Ed. Educational Leadership, Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Mrs. Kayla Pitt
Dean
Phone: 531-299-9952
Email: Kayla.pitt@ops.org
Mrs. Pitt serves Buena Vista School as a Dean of Students. She previously served as a Spanish Teacher and Admin Intern for Millard Public Schools. Mrs. Pitt's core values are supporting equitable learning environments, continuous improvement, and leading with vivid vision. She is a bilingual educator who is proud to serve in the South Omaha Community.
Degrees and Certifications:
- B.A. Spanish, Creighton University
- M.Ed. Education in Teaching, College of Saint Mary
Mr. Terrell Matthews
Dean
Phone: 531-299-7024
Email: terrell.matthews@ops.org
Mr. Matthews serves Buena Vista High School as a Dean of Students. He previously served as secondary math teacher at Norris Middle School, Nathan Hale Middle School, and North High all for the Omaha Public Schools. Taking part in both athletics and academics, he has been faithfully serving the Omaha Community since 2009.
Degrees and Certifications:
- B.S. Secondary Education, Emporia State University
- M.Ed. Secondary School Administration, Concordia University
Ms. Tanya Archie
Curriculum Specialist
Phone: 531-299-6528
Email: tanya.archie@ops.org
Ms. Archie serves Buena Vista as Curriculum Specialist overseeing the areas of Math, Science, Music, and Drama. In addition, Ms. Archie supports our building in our on-site tutoring and through Title 1. She has previously served as a Math teacher and Math coach in the Omaha Public Schools.
Degrees and Certifications:
- B.S. Mathematics Education, Northwestern College
- ESL Endorsement, University of Nebraska at Lincoln
- M.A. Mathematics Education, University of Nebraska at Lincoln
- Administrative Certificate, Wayne State College
Ms. Rachel Beck
Curriculum Specialist
Phone: 531-299-8901
Email: rachel.beck@ops.org
Ms. Rachel Beck serves as Curriculum Specialist at Buena Vista High School, overseeing the areas of English, English Learners, World Languages, and Library. Ms. Beck previously served as an instructional facilitator at McMillan Magnet Center and an English teacher at Omaha North High School
Degrees and Certifications:
- B.S. Education and Language Arts, University of Nebraska at Lincoln
- M.Ed. Teacher Leadership, Midland University
- M.Ed. Education Leadership, Doane University
Ms. Stephanie Jones
Special Education Department Head
Phone: 531-299-6593
Email: stephanie.jones@ops.org
Ms. Stephanie Jones serves as the Special Education Department Head for Buena Vista High School. She previously served as a special education teacher at Omaha Bryah High School. Ms. Jones oversees the Special Instruction Program and the Alternative Curriculum Program, in addition to supporting Unified Sports.
Degrees and Certifications:
- B.A. Economics, Boston College
- Graduate Certificate, Nonprofit Management, Northeastern University
- M.A. Teaching Special Education, College of St. Mary
- M.S. Educational Leadership, University of Nebraska at Omaha
Dr. Katie McWilliams
Curriculum Specialist
Phone: 531-299-6694
Email: kathryn.mcwilliams@ops.org
Dr. McWilliams serves as our Curriculum Specialist, overseeing Social Studies and our Pathways, as well as testing, AP, and Dual Enrollment. She has previously served i the Omaha Public Schools as an English teacher and Curriculum Specialist at Bryan High School.
Degrees and Certifications:
- B.S. Secondary Education and Teaching, University of Nebraska at Omaha
- M.A. Communication, University of Nebraska at Omaha
- M.Ed. Leadership and Teaching, Midland University
- Ed.D. Educational Leadership, University of Nebraska at Omaha
Ms. Stacia Weaver
Curriculum Specialist
Phone: 531-299-4040
Email: stacia.weaver@ops.org
Ms. Weaver serves Buena Vista High School as a Curriculum Specialist, overseeing the areas of Art, PE, Human Growth and Development, JROTC, and Freshman Seminar as well as Freshman Academy Lead and credit recovery site-supervisor. Ms. Weaver previously served as an athletic trainer, teacher, Instructional Facilitator, and Dean at Northwest High School as well as Health Science teacher at the OPS Career Center.
Degrees and Certifications:
- B.S. Secondary Education Health/History, University of Nebraska at Lincoln
- MPH Public Health Administration, University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Ed.S. Education Leadership, Doane University
Mrs. Molly Gass
Email: molly.gass@ops.org
English Learner Department Head
Mrs. Gass serves as the English as a Second Language Department Head for Buena Vista High School. She previously served as an ESL Coordinator and teacher for Sutton Public Schools as well as an ESL teacher for Omaha Public Schools. Mrs. Gass oversees the ESL Program and ELPA testing.
Degrees and Certifications:
- B.S. Elementary Education, University of Nebraska at Omaha
- ESL Endorsement, University of Nebraska at Omaha
- M.S. K-12 Special Education Generalist, Wayne State College