Administration

Tina Croes- Principal

Early Life

I grew up on the Northern California coast in Redwood Country surrounded by extended family and friends. I attended elementary and junior high and graduated from Eureka High School in my hometown of Eureka. As a young adult, I relocated to Redding in the fall of 1991.

Education and Professional Experience

I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Studies from Chico State University in 1996 and completed the Teacher Credential Program at Simpson University in 1998. I have been with the Enterprise Elementary School District both as a teacher and as an administrator since then. I spent ten years teaching at Mistletoe School, while I completed my Masters of Arts in Education and the Administration Program at Simpson University. Additionally, I taught and helped to build the middle school program for six years at Boulder Creek School before I began serving our district and school as an administrator. On a personal note, I was a proud Boulder Creek parent for nine years while my two boys completed their elementary school education.

Personal Life

My family includes my understanding and supportive husband, Scott. He is an amazing and devoted physiology instructor at Shasta College. I have two wonderful, grown sons, Garrett and Brett. However, I am not completely an empty nester, as I have three energetic, happy corgis who love to occupy my time at home. When we have the time, we like to take our dogs on the road and find adventures in the outdoors.

 

Elise Towers - Assistant Principal

Early Life

I grew up outside of Sacramento as the youngest of five children. I loved school and knew early on that I wanted to work with children. My family moved from Davis, California to Shasta County in 1994.

Education and Professional Experience 

I graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Child Psychology from UC Davis and completed the Teacher Credential Program at Simpson University in 1995. Since completing the credential program, I have been with the Enterprise Elementary School District, teaching Kindergarten through 3rd grade, initially at Lassen View School and later at Shasta Meadows. I also served as the district GATE coordinator and teacher. More recently, I was the Site Literacy teacher at Rother and then the Assistant Principal at Parsons Junior High School. My three daughters were students at Boulder Creek the first year the school opened, and I volunteered in the kindergarten.

Personal Life 

My family includes my husband, Steve, who was literally the boy next door when I was growing up, and our three daughters: Katie, Ellie, and Hanna, along with their partners – Paul, Jesse, and Joey. I also have three amazing grandchildren – Hatch, Summer, and Magnolia, with another on the way this winter. I adore my family, and time with them is precious. To keep us busy, we have a black lab and are fostering/adopting a Bernese Mountain Dog-Golden Retriever puppy. In our free time, Steve and I enjoy gardening, playing tennis, traveling, hiking, and attending sporting and music events.

 

 

Jeff Arndt - Assistant Principal

Early Life

I grew up in beautiful Burney, CA, where I spent my childhood hiking, riding bikes, and swimming in the local pool. These experiences fostered a love for the outdoors and an active lifestyle that continues to this day. I graduated from Burney High School in 2004.

Education and Professional Experience

I attended Simpson Universities' ASPIRE program, where I earned a BA in Organizational Leadership. My professional journey began in banking, where I worked for ten years, progressing from Teller to Financial Advisor Assistant. Seeking a more impactful career, I returned to school to obtain my teaching credential. After making this career change, I pursued a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Concordia University. For the past seven years, I have been teaching Middle School history at Pacheco School, where I have also contributed to the Leadership Committee and PBIS Team.

Personal Life

I have been married to my partner and friend, Rebekah, for 13 wonderful years. Together, we have two rambunctious boys, Leo and Max, who keep us on our toes. Our family also includes a pet bunny named Rocko. We love family vacations, with Santa Cruz and Disneyland being our favorite destinations. In my free time, I enjoy working out, hiking, mountain biking, and reading.