We’re a team of community-minded educators, parents, and volunteers working to create critical childcare & early education in Traverse City.

Staff

Samantha Gauthier

Head of School

B.S. Early Childhood Education

Whole School Leadership Candidate

Kailen Ball

Lead Toddler Guide

AMI 0-3 Candidate

Anticipated graduation 2026 

Shaina Schribner

Lead Primary Guide

AMI 3-6 Candidate

Board of Directors

Lacie Thornton

Chair

Brian Thelen

Treasurer

AMI trained ages 12-18 

Montessori Consultant

Lisa Thauvette

M ED Montessori

AMI trained ages 6-12

Clare Frye

Board Member

Victoria Murphy

Board Member