Ms. Rachel holds her Child Development Associate credential and brings energy, positivity, and a whole lot of heart to her role every single day. She is passionate about helping every child feel seen, valued, and excited to learn, and she has a special gift for drawing out the quieter kids and watching them gain confidence and try new things. Her favorite part of the job is witnessing those light bulb moments and seeing just how creative children can be when they are playing and exploring with their friends. Growing up as one of nine siblings is a big part of what drew her to working with children, and that big-family warmth comes through in everything she does. When she is not at school, you can find her hanging out with friends, spending time with family, walking her dogs, or heading out for a long drive. Her favorite family tradition of making the trip to Arizona every Easter to visit her grandma is something she looks forward to all year long.

Ms. Cate is passionate about building meaningful relationships with children and creating a positive, nurturing classroom where they feel safe and supported. She brings patience, organization, and strong problem-solving skills to her role as an Assistant Pathways Teacher, and she loves inspiring children while continuing to grow herself through new experiences. What she enjoys most is watching children grow, play, and learn — seeing their eyes light up when a new skill clicks — and joining in their play to make those connections. Outside of school, she enjoys gardening, biking, swimming, baking, listening to music, and spending time with her sister and friends, and she makes the trip to the Minnesota State Fair every August.

Ms. Aubrey holds an associate degree in Early Childhood Education and brings experience working with children of diverse abilities to her role as an Assistant Pathways Teacher. She is passionate about supporting children’s emotional development and creating an inclusive classroom where every child feels they belong, and she loves watching children make connections. As a first-generation college graduate, she brings a unique perspective to her work, and her goal is to be the kind of teacher she would have loved to have as a child. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with friends and making memories with her son.