Blake DeYoung
Executive Director

Blake comes to Eastside Academy after a long career in teaching and educational leadership. He has previously served independent schools as an English and History teacher, coach, College Advisor, Principal, Chief Advancement Officer, and Head of School. He has received a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, and Superintendent Certification through Seattle Pacific University. Blake was drawn to EA by its commitment to embrace holistic student support and care. He is honored and humbled to serve alongside the dedicated and gifted staff of EA as we help students heal, learn, discover, and launch. Blake and his wife, Camille, chase after their three young boys, Liam, Mikal, and Daniel, and one four-legged boy, Rocky, the yellow lab.

EDUCATIONAL STAFF

  • Carl Dodd

    Head of School

  • Jeffery Britcher

    Director of Education

  • Senator Scott

    Chaplain and Student Services Coordinator

  • Annie Averett

    Spanish Teacher

  • Warren Becoat

    Art Teacher

  • Kristin Britt

    English Teacher

  • Elizabeth Matson

    History Teacher

  • Naomi Williams

    Registrar & Mentor Coordinator

  • Now Hiring!

    Math/Science Teacher

DEVELOPMENT STAFF

  • Aaron Monts

    Director of Development

  • Hannah Kaas

    Development Administrator

  • Paige Sullivan

    Enrollment Specialist

COUNSELING STAFF

  • Drew Hale

    Director of Counseling

  • Abigail Lutes

    Addiction Recovery Teacher

  • Aaron Sedlacek

    Counseling Intern

  • New

    Noah Cordrey

    Counseling Intern

  • Colt Black

    Counseling Intern

RENEW HOUSING STAFF

  • Trevor Uhler

    Director of Youth Housing

  • Sydney Black

    Renew Boys House Parent

  • Colt Black

    Renew Boys House Parent

  • Rachel Weisz

    Renew House Associate

  • Atlantis Murphy

    Renew House Associate

  • Andrew Cotogna-Denny

    Renew Girls House Parent

  • Raunwyn Cotogna-Denny

    Renew Girls House Parent

  • Tessa Fuller

    Renew House Associate

  • Daniel Ficca

    Renew House Associate