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Krista

School Leader

Krista is a dedicated teacher and learner, known for her growth mindset not only in the classroom but in the corporate setting. She has advanced knowledge of childhood development and education, which has led to effective teaching styles such as Reggio Emilia and Maria Montessori, resulting in students’ love of learning and understanding.  She has had extensive leadership training, as she has served at the management and director level for several large businesses. Krista’s teaching experience includes 15 years of teaching positions working as a preschool teacher, reading teacher, PE teacher, and athletic director for preschool-8th grade. Most recently, Krista has been a co-teacher in the E5 classroom here at Foothills Montessori School.  Krista earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from Radford University and completed her Master Teacher Permit in Monterey, CA. She has been a part of our team for two years, and she understands the special, close-knit community of FMS.

Danna

Assistant School Leader

With 11 years of experience in education, Danna joined the FMS teaching staff in 2008. She has a BS in Psychology and an M.Ed in Curriculum and Instruction. She trained at the Columbia Teacher’s College with Lucy Calkins, founder of “The Teacher’s College Reading and Writing Project.” Danna also has experience with special needs children. Danna’s favorite thing about the Montessori method is that “we honor the children by attending to their individual learning needs. The children that attend our school have a unique and important perspective of our world. The materials and the child-led lessons create independent thinkers and life-long learners.”

Ale

FMS Operations

Ale brings a 360-degree perspective on the Montessori experience –first as a student from preschool through 6th grade, then as a parent of Montessori students, a teacher, and now an administrator. With her unique background, Ale comprehensively understands the Montessori advantage. She holds a B.S. in Industrial and Systems Engineering, a Certificate in Global Leadership, and a recently completed School Leadership and Management Certificate from Harvard Business School Online. Her well-rounded background in business, corporate finance, strategic planning, digital marketing, and public relations provides her with the skills and insight essential for meeting the evolving needs of today’s educational environment.

Katie

FMS Admissions

Katie joined our school’s administration team in 2005 after several years as an FMS parent, bringing a wealth of knowledge and dedication. With a B.S. in Nursing and over a decade of experience in pediatric nursing –including roles as a Charge Nurse and a key member of the team that launched Southern Nevada’s first Pediatric Emergency Room– Katie’s healthcare expertise perfectly complements her commitment to our school community. Her attention to detail, project management skills, and extensive experience in school management make her an invaluable asset in supporting our community of parents, teachers, and students alike.

students learning about ecosystems with Montessori nature study materials

Jessica

FMS Administration

Jessica joined the FMS community in 2022 as a Primary parent and is excited to start the 2024-25 school year as part of the administration team! Jessica’s background as a professional dancer has offered her unique opportunities, such as acting as Dance Captain of the Disney Dream cruise ship.  As a dance teacher, Jessica works with young dancers across Las Vegas,  some of whom even attend FMS! She comes to the admin team with administrative experience from her time at CBS Radio in Los Angeles and Seattle as a Project Coordinator within the Biomedical Real Estate market. Here in Henderson, Jessica valued her time connecting with students and their families as the chair of the 2023-24 Scholastic Book Fair and is honored to be a part of each child’s day on campus at the front desk.  

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