2019 HS Team

Michelle Shute
 Michelle Shute, Special Education teacher at Quest Academy High School, loves where she works. "It's a smaller environment," Michelle states, "so you get to know the students and their families very well."  She is determined to win the staff challenge. "We challenge our students to do and be their very best...so I will too!"

Travis Cazel

Travis Cazel applied at Quest after his car broke down during a trip to Peoria to visit some friends. Three years later, he has immersed himself in Quest. "The students here are one-of-a-kind," he states, "and the staff is definitely a family. His dedication to Quest is clear. "As a teacher, crisis team member, leadership team member, football coach, and someone involved in many other committees, I am committed to doing my part to make Quest the top school in Peoria!"

Elizabeth Underhill

As a Technology and Freshmen Success Teacher, Elizabeth Underhill's love for the students at Quest is apparent. "Building relationships with them and watching them grow from freshmen to graduating seniors is so fulfilling," she states. "I also love my coworkers who are like a second family to me."

Tim Finney

Tim Finney loves his job as a Technology and Engineering Teacher at Quest. "I have developed relationships that I can clearly see are impacting our kids in a positive way!