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Our Teacher Leader
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Our Board
Board Member
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Board Member
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Board Member
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Paige Merrill
Treasurer
Paige Merrill brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to early childhood education to our board. With seven years of dedicated service as a preschool educator, Paige's journey in shaping young minds began after earning her bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from Aquinas College.
Currently pursuing her master's degree at Spring Arbor University, Paige is set to graduate in December with a specialization in Early Childhood Education. Her ongoing academic pursuits reflect her dedication to staying at the forefront of educational theory and practice, ensuring she brings the latest insights to our board discussions.
Paige Merrill's passion for nurturing young learners is evident in her years of practical experience and her continuous pursuit of professional growth. Her contributions to our board are characterized by a deep understanding of child development and a commitment to fostering environments that support every child's potential.
Eileen Fell
Board Member
Over ten years ago Eileen moved away from her background in the fine arts and took a job as an assistant in a Montessori early childhood classroom. This transformative experience led to her researching and falling in love with the Montessori method. Working as a co-teacher at a Philadelphia Montessori school allowed her to put into practice the child centered approach that Maria Montessori advocated for. Eileen is one of the founders of Clover Montessori School in Philadelphia, the first Wildflower School to open in Pennsylvania. Now in its third year, Clover serves an intentionally economically and racially diverse group of families in a storefront location in the vibrant neighborhood of Mt. Airy. Eileen has also served as a resource for teacher leaders looking to open Wildflower Schools across the country, offering advice on utilizing a tiered tuition model to ensure accessibility to as many families as possible.
Dalia Ortega
Board Member
Dalia Ortega brings a wealth of passion and dedication to our board, stemming from a lifelong journey in education that began well before her formal teaching career commenced in 2019. Her diverse professional background spans various disciplines, including ballet, jazz, gymnastics, and art instruction, where she discovered her innate ability to inspire and nurture young minds.
Dalia's path to enlightenment within the educational landscape took a pivotal turn upon discovering the Montessori philosophy. Here, her profound connection with children and unwavering commitment to their holistic development found its perfect match. With a heart filled by the joy of witnessing young learners thrive, she wholeheartedly embraced the Montessori ethos as her professional home.
Dana Redder
Secretary
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