Swannanoa Valley Montessori School

Office News – March 15, 2012

director — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 17:23:19 +0000

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Katie Hanning – Bookkeeper

director — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:38:08 +0000

I joined the SVMS staff in 2009, doing bookkeeping. Since the school’s conception, I became impressed with the community of families that gathered around the school, and with the development of their children as they attended SVMS. It was a natural choice for us to send my children to SVMS. I have 3 daughters–the oldest attended 3 years at the Children’s House, my middle daughter is currently enrolled there, and the youngest is eager to have her turn soon.

My education is in botany and my background includes wilderness therapy, special education support, and bookkeeping. It is a joy to be a part of SVMS as both a parent and a staff member.

Gretchen Eastridge – Assistant Teacher – Children’s House (3-6 year olds)

carolcraig — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 23:10:10 +0000

Before moving to Black Mountain in 2003, I was involved with a co-op nursery school for four years. Previously, I worked in the Hillsboro, Ohio school district for twelve years–four years in the Special Education department and eight years as the junior high school secretary. I feel very fortunate to be part of SVMS family.

I live in Black Mountain with my husband Bud. We have two children and four grandchildren (two attend SVMS). We love the mountains, gardening, hiking with our dog and being with our family.

Cheyenne Reeves – Assistant Teacher – Afternoon

carolcraig — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:22:31 +0000

I moved to Asheville from Virginia in 2010 to attend school at AB Tech. I live in Black Mountain with my grandmother, a long time resident of Black Mountain. I have always enjoyed working with children. While in high school I worked for YMCA teaching swim lessons. My future goals are to attend UNC-A and study Art Education. I hope to teach Elementary Art after graduating. I enjoy making pottery, painting and hiking.

Jessica Guyer – Assistant Teacher – Children’s House (3-6 year olds)

carolcraig — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 21:12:42 +0000

I moved to Asheville in 2009 to attend UNC-A after attending Early College High School in my hometown of Hickory. I earned by Bachelor’s Degree from UNC-A in 2011. I have lots of experience working with young children and thoroughly enjoy it. I also enjoy doing mission work both inside and outside of the US with orphans and kids in need.

Sonia Brooks – Music Teacher

carolcraig — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 19:19:43 +0000

Ms. Sonia has been teaching music to young children since 1994. Using guitar, hand shakers, and an assortment of other instruments, she uses an interactive rhythm training with the students. Ms. Sonia sings traditional folk music, as well as original … Continue reading →

Fall Parent-Teacher Conferences

carolcraig — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 17:35:22 +0000

Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for Thursday and Friday, October 20 – 21. Please contact your child’s teachers about signing up for a conference.

Corrie Greene – Art and French Teacher

carolcraig — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 16:02:26 +0000

Corrie Greene is the mother of 5 children with 3 attending SVMS. Corrie teaches art and French to our lower and upper elementary students in the afternoons. Corrie works closely with the teachers to integrate art into the curriculum. Corrie is completing her degree in English Literature at Montreat College.

Elementary Read-A-Thon for Japan

carolcraig — Mon, 09 May 2011 16:14:52 +0000

Hearing about the tragedy in Japan, the Upper Ele students wanted to find a way to help. They brainstormed several ideas, and decided that along with the Lower Ele students, they would have a Read-A-Thon during the month of April to raise awareness and money for Japan. As students read books throughout the month, they collected pledges for what they read. Students collected $605.41, and they have donated it to Hands On Tokyo, www.handsontokyo.org.

Ruth Duckworth – Lead Teacher – Children’s House (3-6 year olds)

admin — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 13:05:53 +0000

I first fell in love with Montessori while in college. I began teaching in a Montessori school over twenty-five years ago. I hold an AMI Montessori 3 – 6 certification. I have studied art in Paris, living in France for 2 1/2 years. I have taught French to children of all ages for over 15 years. My teaching credentials include grades 1-8 and 6-12. In my free time, I like to weave, spin, sew, paint and hike. I live with my husband Mike, and we have one child in college and one in high school.