LeeAnn (Westfall) Kittle (she/her)

Executive Director of Sustainability

LeeAnn captains DPS’s sustainability ship and has worked in sustainability at educational institutions for over 15 years. She earned a master’s degree in business administration and a bachelor’s degree in environmental science. She is the Westfall of the Huber-Westfall Garden, one of the first green roofs in northeast Ohio. LeeAnn is passionate about driving strategy and implementing sustainability initiatives with her community. LeeAnn grew up in Cleveland catching frogs, kicking a soccer ball, and holding her own among her three brothers. When she’s not feeling the constant shame of failing to get through her inbox, LeeAnn can be found spending time with her family, watching The Wizard of Oz, or letting her creative juices flow through art or fashion.

Chris the Garden Guy (he/him)

Program Specialist

Chris supports DPS’ many gardens and the Garden of Youth job skills training program, and he has served in several roles since joining DPS in 2009. Chris was raised just outside of Denver and has gardened since he was just a seedling (pun totally intended). He grew his knowledge of plants working at a local garden center, and now he works “growing plants and people.” He enjoys inspiring students to get their hands dirty and grow their own food. Outside of work, Chris loves to enjoy the wonder of nature with his young daughter.

Abigail Harkey (she/her)
Program Manager, School Sustainability

Abigail supports teachers and administrators with sustainability curriculum and professional development. She transitioned from a 20+ year career in arts education to the Sustainability Team after an inspiring Fulbright grant in Finland where she learned about the national commitment to integrate sustainability into all academic contents. She is a true believer in the power of nature and outdoor education to promote student wellbeing and agency for environmental stewardship. Originally from Rhode Island, she moved to Colorado in 2015 for the mountains, but this mermaid misses the ocean! Abigail is a world traveler, dancer, gardener, ceremonialist, hiker, and hot springs enthusiast.

Kelly Moses (he/him)

Program Manager

Kelly collaborates with DPS school communities to put passion for sustainability into action. He connects schools with programs and resources to help build a district-wide culture of environmental stewardship that extends to all students and staff. He is passionate about community-led action that deepens connection across groups through a shared vision. After graduating with a bachelor’s in international studies and African language, he made the move from New York to Colorado for the year-round sunshine. In his free time, Kelly enjoys playing ultimate frisbee, watching NBA basketball, and sipping coffee between bites of something sweet.

Adam West (he/him)

Energy Engineer

Adam advances sustainable design and construction, energy and water efficiency, and renewable energy at DPS. He earned a master’s degree in civil & environmental engineering and a bachelor’s degree in environmental studies. Adam was raised in Knoxville and Atlanta where he spent much of his time outside. Have you ever had a mudball fight? Adam has. When he’s not feeling the crushing weight of his never-ending to-do list, Adam can be found doing all things cycling, going to concerts, and exploring Denver.