Steven has a passion for teaching and has had many teaching opportunities throughout his life such as positions as a tutor, research assistant, teaching assistant, gospel doctrine teacher, and teacher of a college finance course he created. As a missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he spoke Spanish and found joy in connecting with people through food, humor, and the gospel. Steven is a published author and has written on finance and religious topics. He also loves public speaking and has won first place in regional awards with Toastmaster’s International and has also been an I.E.E.E. Distinguished Speaker. Steven attended Brigham Young University where he was honored with the Hinckley Scholarship. He graduated with a degree in Electrical Engineering and minored in Mathematics. He currently works as an electrical engineer, but his great love is teaching, especially teaching the gospel and is grateful to be the gospel doctrine teacher of his ward at this time. He also enjoys cooking, studying religion, hiking, patriotism, and helping people.

Varci Smedley Figuerres enjoys playing the piano, singing, traveling, dabbling with learning languages, and going on walks in nature. She is married with three beautiful daughters ages 12, 10 and 10. She currently teaches Let’s Play Music, tutors with the RISE Reading Program, and teaches the The Signers of the Declaration of Independence class through Belle Ame at Home clubs. She wrote the curriculum for the previously mentioned class and has enjoyed learning more about all 56 signers of the Declaration and all their inspiring stories! She has a passion for history - especially Colonial/early American history. She earned a bachelors degree from Brigham Young University with a double major in history and Russian, and a minor in music. She received a masters degree from the University of Utah and taught elementary school at a private school and public school until she had kids. She served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Russia and taught English in China. Varci is full of life, connects well with the students and brings a brightness and energy to the classroom.

Brooke Stephens is an experienced teacher, entrepreneur and parental rights advocate dedicated to reviving America's civic spirit. She is the Director of Utah Moms for America, the founder of Amplify-USA, a mobile app that empowers citizens, and StoryLabs, a platform that provides civics, history, family-centered sex ed, and language curricula for K-12. Her work is guided by a Master's degree in Critical and Creative Thinking and eight years of experience teaching middle school. More importantly, Brooke’s principles are forged through twenty years of marriage and raising four adopted children.  Brooke's teaching approach is built on the belief that strong families and student-centered support are key to raising virtuous individuals. Brooke is honored to mentor your children as they discover the principles of liberty and their role as future leaders.

Courtney is a devoted student and teacher of American history, faith, and freedom and has spent the past decade teaching and mentoring young people in formal and informal settings. As a homeschooling mother, she instills in her children a deep appreciation for liberty, self-governance, and God-given rights. Her daughters compete annually in the Constitution Bee where they have competed at the state level with confidence and are active in the Freedoms Light Foundation. Within her community and church, she has served in various teaching roles that deepen her love for Christ-centered education. She has written tributes, organized projects, and spoken publicly on faith, freedom, and responsibility.  Her passion lies in helping young people discover their divine potential, stand boldly for their Savior, and defend the liberties that make this nation unique.

Kenya Jackson is excited to be involved at Aspire Mountain this year. As one of the oldest of eight children, she grew up homeschooled by her incredible mother, who inspired her to become a better person and teacher—especially for her future children. Kenya loved growing up in a gospel-centered home and connecting faith with every other aspect of learning and life.

She graduated from Weber State University with two bachelor's degrees in Elementary and Early Childhood Education, and has spent countless years in educational environments, holding positions ranging from preschool teacher to adjunct professor. Teaching has always been a passion for Kenya, as she thrives on “light bulb” moments and the building of character confidence. Outside the classroom, Kenya can be found at venues across the state country swing and line dancing. She is thrilled to be working with the beautiful children at Aspire Mountain.