REDWOOD PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL
Email us at dibiboard@redwoodprep.org
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MEET THE DREAM IT. BE IT.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Emily Hobelmann - President, ehobelmann@redwoodprep.org
My name is Emily Hobelmann, and I am the President of the DIBI Board of Directors. I moved to Humboldt County from Southern California in 2005 to attend Cal Poly Humboldt for a master's degree in applied math. After living in Southern Humboldt for several years after college, my partner Eric and I moved to Fortuna in 2017 to settle down and start our family. I joined the Redwood Prep school board in 2022 when my son Henry started at the school, and now our daughter Joanne is a proud member of the Wolfpack as well. We love all of the opportunities for parent and grandparent involvement at Redwood Prep, and we are really looking forward to our youngest kiddo joining the TK class next year. I currently work as an Analyst in the Project Management Division of Caltrans in Eureka, and I spend my off time adventuring with the fam and gardening.
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Kyle Shamp- Vice President, kshamp@redwoodprep.org
Howdy! I moved to Humboldt County in 2013 from Kerman, CA - a small farming town in the central valley where I grew up. I have a masters degree in Ag Education and spent my first 9 years in Humboldt as the Ag Mechanics teacher for Eureka High School. In 2022 I became the Welding Professor at College of the Redwoods. My wife and I have two children currently attending Redwood Prep, Vivian & Everett. When not working you can find me in a Hawaiian shirt, straw hat, and flip flops at my kid’s sports/activities or traveling with my family. I’m looking forward to being on the board for an opportunity to strengthen the connection between the parents and the school.
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Gnesa Kirchman- Treasurer, gkirchman@redwoodprep.org
I moved to Humboldt county in 1997 to attend HSU and then to Fortuna in 2004 after graduating
with a Bachelor's degree in Anthropology. I have worked at Costco since 2002 mostly in their
shipping and receiving department. I live here with my husband Bill and three children Lilli, Liam
and Izzy. I have been a parent at Redwood Prep. since 2013 when my oldest daughter Lilli
started kindergarten. She graduated from there in 2022 and is attending Academy of the
Redwoods. Our other children, Liam and Izzy, still go to Redwood Prep. Outside of school we
enjoy doing a variety of activities from horseback riding, and Girlscouts to Backpacking and
multiple sports. I look forward to serving on the board and continuing to make it a great school
choice for families.
Sarah Williams- Secretary, swilliams@redwoodprep.org
Having grown up in Humboldt County, I have a deep-rooted connection to our community and a passion for education. My career in the education field began at Cutten School in Eureka, which allowed me to gain valuable experience working directly with students, supporting their academic growth, and overseeing programs that nurtured their development beyond the classroom.
My passion for traveling has taken me around the world, broadening my perspectives and reinforcing my commitment to fostering a supportive and enriching learning environment. Now settled in Fortuna, and a proud parent of two daughters—a kindergartener and a preschooler—who both inspire me daily. This is my second year as a parent at Redwood Prep, where I am dedicated to ensuring that not only my children but all students have the opportunity to thrive. I am enthusiastic about being involved in the school, contributing to the success and well-being of our entire school community.
Sarah lourenzo- Member, slourenzo@redwoodprep.org
Sarah is a Humboldt County native with deep roots in our community. She attended Humboldt State University for a bachelor’s in psychology, completed a master’s in healthcare administration from West Coast University in Southern California, and is currently employed as a Northern California regional healthcare administrator. Sarah has a bright young daughter named Eveana who is currently in kindergarten. Sarah knows the importance of a well-rounded academic experience and is excited to contribute to Redwood Preparatory’s academic success.
Ryan Richardson- Member, rrichardson@redwoodprep.org
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Siana Emmons- Member, semmons@redwoodprep.org
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