Executive Team
Executive Principal
Greetings RMCA families! For over 25 years, I have led schools around the world. I attended Taylor University, earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Health and Physical Education,North Carolina State University, earning a Master of Arts Degree in School Administration, and Liberty University, earning a Doctorate Degree in Educational Leadership. My leadership journey has taken me all over the world, and I am excited to bring those experiences to RMCA. My wife, Nancy, is a Mathematics teacher and we have two children. Our daughter is currently serving in the United States Navy, and our son is attending the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. The other member of our family is Nessie, an English Cocker Spaniel who is the boss of the household. When I am not at school, you can find me on the local ski slopes, or cheering on my favorite Premier League soccer team and the United States Air Force men’s soccer team, or sitting by the fireplace at home reading. I am thrilled to be at RMCA, and I look forward to leading your student(s) through their journey of discovery, as they move through the grade levels and prepare for high school.
Executive Director
I am a United States Army veteran who served 30 years on active duty and retired as a Sergeant Major. Now I have the privilege of serving as the Executive Director for Rocky Mountain Classical Academy. My hobbies include coaching baseball, attending Rockies games, and spending time with my family. My personal goals are to visit every NBA and MLB stadium; my professional goal is to obtain my master’s in educational administration. My education includes a Master of Science in Management with a Concentration in Human Resource Management, Bachelor of Arts in Management with a Concentration in Leadership, Executive Leadership School, Senior-Level Leadership and Management Course, Human Resource Specialist Course, and Human Behavior Leadership Certification.
Welcome Letter from the Executive Team
Welcome to Rocky Mountain Classical Academy!
Creating culturally literate citizens for life, liberty, and justice.
Rocky Mountain Classical Academy is a public charter school that was founded in 2005 with the school opening in the fall of 2006. At RMCA, teaching in the classical tradition is integrated with core knowledge, rigorous academics, and character education to provide a strong foundation for the intellectual, and character growth of children.
Students at Rocky Mountain Classical Academy thrive on exemplary instruction that crosses all disciplines, from core academics to foreign language and music. The outstanding art projects lining the school’s halls never fail to captivate visitors, and bear witness to the quality of an art program recognized throughout the community. Delight in learning is evident in every educational pursuit, whether it takes place in the kindergarten classroom or on the middle school annual “Walk DC” trip to Washington DC.
The community that has evolved at RMCA these past eighteen years nurtures the potential for progress and achievement in every child. Graduates from our program leave well-prepared to face the next level of academic challenge, no matter how demanding. We exist today because of the support and commitment of parents like you who over the years have made it possible to create a program whose merits shine brighter with each passing year. Together we can ensure the continuation and advancement of this unique educational opportunity, preparing our students to be outstanding citizens and leaders of tomorrow.
We would like to take this opportunity to welcome you into the RMCA community, and we look forward to a productive partnership in the education of your children.
Dr. Tam Smith
Executive Principal
Mr. Clay Traylor
Executive Director