Our Team

Meet the dedicated professionals behind Pahrump Valley Academy who are committed to providing quality education for the children of Pahrump.

Ms. Kay LaPointe

Office Manager

Ms. Kay LaPointe, the proposed PVA Office Manager, is a tireless public servant, who is deeply involved in both education and the nonprofit sector in Pahrump.

Dr. Julie Williams

Principal

Dr. Julie Williams, the proposed PVA Principal, holds a doctorate in curriculum and instruction. She is a veteran educator with experience in classroom teaching, school site and district-level counseling, district-level administration, and collegial instruction.

Dr. Sable Marandi

Executive Director

Dr. Sable Marandi, the proposed PVA Executive Director, holds a BA in English literature, a master's in educational leadership, and a doctorate in cognition and instruction. Her experience in the field of education includes classroom teaching, school site and district-level counseling, and online school site principalship, as well as district-level specialties in leading assessments and district-wide data management. Sable is also an educational researcher, who presents her research findings in the form of professional development at academic and professional societies and associations.