Lima West Middle School

Kim Robare is our Interim Director of Programs who oversees all our program managers and also serves as the program manager for all our high school programs. Kim comes to ODA from a 14-year career in higher education as the Dean of Students at Lake Erie College. Originally from Massachusetts, she received her bachelor's degree from Regis College in Weston and her master's degree in education from Lake Erie College. An educator at her core, Kim’s passion for scholar development goes beyond the classroom, including life skills, experiences and opportunities for anyone to educate and improve themselves.

When not working, Kim enjoys movies and tv shows with her husband, Mike and three daughters.

Karlette "Kitty" Kill is the Program Coordinator for Open Doors Academy held in Lima West Middle School. She is also the Girls CTAG Coordinator for the 7th and 8th grade at Lima West Middle School. She graduated from Tiffin University with a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice. She has over 25 years of experience working with children and implementing mentoring programs. Kitty believes in the potential of every student and strives to create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment where her students feel valued and empowered! In her free time, she loves spending time with friends and family, working in her yard, watching sports, and traveling.