Our staff bring a variety of educational backgrounds and skills, and we enjoy sharing our passions in art, science, and music. We aim to make learning both meaningful and fun. All team members are CBI background checked, and lead staff hold current First Aid and CPR certifications.
Maria Arefieva
- Lead Teacher & Program Director
- B.A. in Applied Physics and Math
- Teaches science and arts;
Milana Schaffer
- Teaching Assistant & Spanish Teacher
- B.A. in International Business and Spanish
Brittany McPherson
- Early Grades Teacher
- Teaches arts, science and gardening
Natasha VanValkenburgh
- Music Teacher
- Leads general music with rhythm, dance, notation
- Teaches cello and violin
Jonathon Griesinger
- Music Teacher
- Teaches piano, guitar, ukulele, drums, and leads band practice