Troy Krotz - Principal
Troy has a degree in Music Education from University of Florida and a master's degree in Educational Leadership from the University of South Florida. Prior to moving to PSD in 2009, Troy served as a high school band director, math teacher, varsity tennis and soccer coach, and an assistant principal. The past 14 years Troy has served simultaneously as the principal of PCA, the principal of the Journey program for expelled and transitioning students, and Assistant Director of Student Outreach. Troy and his wife Andrea have 2 adult children and 1 grandson. He enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, golf, hunting, and anything involving the Florida Gators. Troy believes that every student deserves a quality education, that honors their path, in a safe and supportive environment.
Jaelyn Manzanares - Assistant Principal
Jaelyn Manzanares, a Pueblo, Colorado native, began teaching Business and Marketing at Rocky Mountain High School in 2017. She has been an advisor and sponsor for several clubs such as DECA, FBLA, and GSA. Jaelyn also coached softball and baseball at Rocky before welcoming her daughter Layton in 2019. Jaelyn served students, families and staff as dean of students beginning in 2021. Jaelyn graduated from CSU, where she played softball, and later received her Master’s from Fort Hays State University.
Jaelyn is passionate about partnering with students and their families in exploring viable paths towards future dreams. Jaelyn is a relationship focused educator and works diligently to establish trusting relationships within her communities. She believes strongly in nurturing a safe community that supports academic and social success for all members. In her free time, Jaelyn enjoys spending time with her family, and going to concerts. Jaelyn is ecstatic to join the Wellington community.
Hilarie Bartling - Assistant Principal & Athletic Director
Hilarie Bartling has a degree in Elementary Education and English as a Second language K-12 from the University of Nebraska at Kearney and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from CSU. Prior to becoming an administrator Hilarie was a teacher and coach for 19 years at the elementary, middle & high school levels. She taught 5th grade, 9th/10th grade English, English language development and a variety of newcomer classes. Hilarie has also worked as an ELD and a Literacy Coach, was a teaching & learning mentor, was a trainer for EL Achieve’s Constructing Meaning, and over the years has coached soccer and softball. In addition to 13 years at Boltz Middle School she taught in Lincoln, NE, Denver, Roosevelt High School, and at Lincoln Jr. High as well. Creating connections between people and building lasting relationships are very important to Hilarie. Social emotional learning is something that she has always felt strongly about and utilized in her classroom and she is excited to support WMHS’s work in putting trauma informed practices in place.
Ryan Frink - Assistant Principal
Marc Buffington - Assistant Principal
Marc Buffington has served in Poudre School District since 2006 as a social studies teacher, student council advisor, baseball, football and cross-country coach. At Wellington, Marc has served students, families and staff as dean of students, assistant principal, and activities director. Outside of his work with PSD, he has led students on trips to Guatemala and is an instructor for Colorado State University's Center for Educator Preparation. He is passionate about creating a culture that prioritizes relationships and connection. He believes that fostering a sense of safety and belonging are essential to all students' academic, social and emotional growth. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, trail running, and being in nature. A northern Colorado native, Marc is both excited and humbled to be a part of the Wellington community.