Office Staff
College: Dr. Woods has a Bachelor of Science in Education, Master of Science in Secondary School Administration, an Education Specialist in District Administration from the University of Central Missouri and an Educational Doctorate from the University of Kansas.
Fun Facts: Dr. Woods enjoys fishing, hunting, running and lifting weights. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me if you have questions. Email is the easist way to get in touch with me and get a quick response. I am happy to help out our Van Horn Families. I am celebrating 10 years as a Falcon. Fly to the Sky Falcons!
Contact Information: justin_woods@isdschools.org
Phone Number: 816.521.5360
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College: Ms. Romero is a UCM mule through and through with three degrees from the university.
Fun Facts: In addition to being an educator, she is a mom, wife, sister, and friend. She loves traveling and running (if the travel involves running she loves it even more). In her spare time if she's not running or hanging out with family and friends you can find her curled up with a book (ask her what she's reading now).
Contact Information: melissa_romero@isdschools.org
Phone Number: 816.521.5360
College: Studied education at the University of Central Arkansas and Arkansas State. He also earned a graduate degree in administration from the University of Central Missouri.
Fun Facts:
Contact Information: bryan_hoover@isdschools.org
Phone Number: 816.521.5360
College: Ms. Larson is a Bearcat through and through. She has a Bachelor of Science in Cross Categorical Special Education and Elementary Education, a Master of Science in Special Education, and an Educational Specialist in K-12 Administration, all from Northwest Missouri State University.
Fun Facts: Ms. Larson enjoys working out and crafting. She spends the majority of her free time with her husband and daughter.
Contact Information: kellie_larson@isdschools.org
Phone Number: 816.521.5360
College: Mr. Corrie has a Bachelor of Arts in History from Graceland University, Teacher Certification from Washburn University, Master in Educational Leadership from Park University.
Fun Facts: Mr. Corrie loves spending time with his two young sons. He also enjoys playing and watching soccer (mostly watching now).
Contact Information: chris_corrie@isdschools.org
Phone Number: 816.521.5360
Fun Facts: Ms. Lane has been with the ISD since 2007, mostly in the transportation department. She has been with Van Horn since 2017 and truly enjoys being a Falcon. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. She also enjoys going to the movies, traveling and spending time with friends.
Contact Information: tiffany_lane@isdschools.org
Ms. Garay Ortiz records attendance. Reach out with any questions.
Contact Information: nalley_garayortiz@isdschools.org
Phone Number: 816.521.5360
Fun Facts: Ms. Hickman graduated from Odessa High School in Odessa, MO.
Phone Number: 816.521.5360
Fun Facts: Ms. Lindstedt is in charge of all things that relate to the school budget. Please reach out to her if you have questions pertaining to myschoolbucks, yearbook purchases, student parking passes and other financial items.
Contact Information: reva_lindstedt@isdschools.org
Phone Number: 816.521.5360 X17522
Fun Facts: Ms. Flores is located near the counselors' offices and assists with transcripts and enrollment.
Contact Information: sammy_flores@isdschools.org
Phone Number: 816.521.5360
Fun Facts: Officer Rhyne is a member of the Independence Police Department and is assigned to Van Horn as a school resource officer. In 2014 Officer Rhyne received a Meritorious Award from the Oak Grove Police Department.
Contact Information: trhyne@indepmo.org