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Dr. Mike Henderson

Teacher, Founding Board Member

Chemistry

mhenderson@chestertonpensacola.org

Dr. Henderson was born and raised in Pensacola, Florida. He attended local Catholic schools and graduated from the University of West Florida with a B.S. in chemistry. Following graduation, he attended Auburn University School of Veterinary Medicine, obtaining his DVM in 1979.

Returning to Pensacola, Mike practiced veterinary medicine for 42 years, retiring in 2021. He and his wife Leslie have been married for 45 years, raising six children and currently enjoying 13 grandchildren.

In addition to teaching chemistry and continuing to practice part-time, he is enjoying reading, beekeeping, gardening, and firing off rockets with the grandchildren.

Dr. Mike Henderson
A Catholic high school in Pensacola

OUR MISSION

Under the patronage of G.K. Chesterton and in partnership with families and the Church, the mission of Chesterton Academy of The Florida Martyrs is to foster a Culture of Life by forming a new generation of joyful leaders and saints, educated in the classical tradition and grounded in the truths of the Catholic faith.

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Institute for Catholic Liberal Education
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Chesterton Academy of The Florida Martyrs admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

NOTICE OF MISCONDUCT REPORTING POLICIES In compliance with Section 1006.061(2) & (4), Florida Statutes (F.S.), Chesterton Academy of the Florida Martyrs has implemented and posted the following: 1. Reporting Misconduct ​​​Policies and Procedures: All instructional personnel, school administrators, and educational support employees must report any misconduct that affects the health, safety, or welfare of a student. Contact Person: Reports should be directed to: Alicia Carff Title: Executive Director Email: alicia@chestertonpensacola.org Phone: (850) 378-1303 Penalties for Noncompliance: Failure to report suspected or actual child abuse, abandonment, neglect, or alleged misconduct by educational personnel may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment, as well as potential criminal charges under Florida law. Website Information: Detailed policies and procedures can also be found on our school website at chestertonpensacola.org. 2. Child Abuse Reporting Signage In compliance with Section 1006.061(4), F.S., Chesterton Academy of the Florida Martyrs has posted a large-print sign (11 x 17 inches) in a clearly visible, student-accessible location. The sign contains: The statewide toll-free telephone number of the central abuse hotline: 1-800-96-ABUSE (1-800-962-2873) Instructions to call 9-1-1 for emergencies. Directions for accessing the Department of Children and Families (DCF) website for more information on reporting abuse, abandonment, neglect, and exploitation: https://www.myflfamilies.com/ Directions for accessing the Department of Education's website for more information on reporting acts that violate Section 800.101, F.S.: https://www.fldoe.org/ 3. Additional Reporting Requirements Statewide Reporting: Any individual can report child abuse, abandonment, or neglect by contacting the Florida Abuse Hotline: 1-800-96-ABUSE (1-800-962-2873). Emergency Reporting: If you witness an immediate threat to a student’s health or safety, call 9-1-1. This notice is posted in compliance with Florida law to ensure the safety and well-being of all students in our care. Thank you for your attention to these important procedures.

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P.O. Box 588

Pensacola, FL 32591 

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