About Us | Lionheart Academy

Meet the Team

Owner and Teacher

Meghan Melchor

Meghan Melchor is a former public school special education teacher with over 10 years of experience in special education. Meghan has a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Education with an emphasis in Elementary Education as well as a Master’s degree in Functional Special Education.

Para Educator

Mandi Rivera

Mandi Rivera comes to Lionheart Academy with over 15 years of experience in Christian childcare. Mandi's love for kids shines through every interaction she has with them. She is passionate about advocating for children and teaching them about Jesus and his love for them. We are thrilled to have her on the team here.

Mission, Vision, and Values

Our Mission

The mission of Lionheart Academy is to provide a high quality Christian education to students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Intellectual Disabilities in a safe and loving setting.

Our Vision

Lionheart Academy strives to provide a Christ-centered education that is accessible to all children and to instill in each student a love for Jesus while helping them to see their full-potential in him.

Our Values

We value each child as an image bearer of Christ, created uniquely for the glory of God. (Ephesians 2:10)
We believe that Christian education should be a possibility for all children and their families. (Isaiah 54:13)
We seek to partner with families to teach children about the love of God and his good plan for their lives. (Jeremiah 29:11)