Alex Mummy “Mrs. Alex”
“I love working with kiddos and very much enjoy all the things the preschool has to offer! It has been such great experience for my family and my kiddos. I’m excited to be back in the working world. ”
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4s Co-Teacher
Years at the Co-Op: This will be year 3!
Experience
I got my first job when I was 13 at the local pool. I grew up life guarding, teaching swimming lessons and running camps. Through out highschool and college I was a nanny and tutor. After graduating from WWU I became a 1:1 para educator for a middle schooler. I was with the same kiddo for 4 years. I also assisted him during cross country and track. I worked at a behavioral school in Bellevue for 7 years as a behavior intervention specialist. I left the working world when my husband and I had our son Calvin in 2018 and the coop is my first job back after being home with my kiddos for 6 years.
EDUCATION
Whatcom Community College and Western Washington University
About Me
I recently moved to the area and have been enjoying exploring the area. I love camping, going on long walks, cooking new recipes, and listening to my favorite music.
FUN FACts
I worked at the pacific science center
I grew up in the house across the street from the preschool (I moved back to Camas 3 years ago).
I went to the preschool as a youngster and had Mrs. Latanzie.
I love all things Gilmore Girls
I rewatch Anne of Green Gables and Pride and Prejudice every fall.
I have a very large blended family (4 brothers and 2 sisters)
Things Mrs. Alex Loves
Allergies: Egg yolks
Sweets: I’m not a vegan but since I don’t eat egg yolks vegan carrot cake was always my favorite!
Snacks: Cottage cheese with potato chips (yep, it’s weird)
Beverages: Mini Dr. Pepper can, beer, and wine
Restaurants: I love burritos! Taco King at Ashwood is high on the list, Grains of Wrath, Level Brewing (they have a delish taco truck)
Stores: Marshall’s, Goodwill, Old Navy
Color: Yellow
Flowers: Any and all
Sports Team: Timbers, Hawks
Hobbies & Things to Do: I like to run, read and watch a good limited series.
Makes Me Happy: I love the water. The ocean, the river, a pool! Running with really loud music! Breweries and burritos! One of my favorite things to do is take a puzzle and or a game to a brewery with my family.
Katherine Morrison “Mrs. Katherine”
“I love getting to know what makes each kid unique and how our community can grow their passions into a life-long love of learning! One of my favorite parts of this community is the true connection between families, teachers and staff that bring a collaborative approach to learning for our kids. ”
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Forest 4s Co-Teacher
Years at the Co-op: This will be year 3!
Experience
I've been working with kids & non-profits for 18 years whether as a tutor, teacher, after-school manager, nanny, program coordinator, associate director, etc.
ABOUT ME
My family is made up of my husband, Josh, our girls, Addilynn & Kinsley and our 2 large dogs, Timber & Maple. I love watching hockey, drinking coffee, exploring new cities & any place with water included.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality management from San Jose State University
Fun Fact
I'm left handed, have lived in 4 different states and visited 8 countries.
Things Mrs. Katherine Loves
Allergies: Gluten
Sweets: Anything gluten free or sour
Snacks: Popcorn, salt and vinegar chips, and all charcuterie
Beverages: Coffee, Coffee, COFFEE of any kind!!!
Restaurants: Any thai restaurant, any taqueria, Pizzeria La Sorrentina, In n Out, and Grains of Wrath
Stores: Bookish, Etsy, Yeti, Lakeshore, Michael’s, and Nordstrom Rack
Color: Green or Black
Flowers: Lavender, Sunflowers, Snap dragons
Sports/Teams: Hockey!!! SJ sharks and Boston Bruins, PWHL Seattle, and Winter Hawks
Hobbies & Things to Do: Going to the beach, hiking with family, traveling to other countries, doing fun craft projects (counter cross-stitch, sewing), cooking a savor meal and watching Gilmore Girls!
Makes Me Happy: Seeing other people smile, a group of helpful people, sitting for coffee with a friend, and spending time with family
Alice Barker “Mrs. Barker”
“I love that the school is its own village. I strongly believe that parents and family are a child’s first teacher and that my job as a teacher is to assist the family in a child’s education. I feel that having parents/family in the classroom daily, enhances a child’s education! It takes a village to raise healthy, caring, educated children!”
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3s Teacher and STEAM Team Head Teacher
Years at the Co-Op: This will be year 6!
Experience
Before teaching at the Co-Op, I taught preschool in Vancouver & Ridgefield for 14 years, I ran a Childcare Center; with preschool and before and after care out of my home for 10 years.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education from Ashford University
About Me
I love spending time with my family; my husband and my two grown children. I have 2 mixed chihuahua pups, Xena & Paisley, who love to go on adventures with my husband and me.
I am enjoying nature and all of its beauty! My favorite ways to enjoy nature are hiking, exploring backroads in our Jeep, and all kinds of gardening (indoor & outdoor).
If I am not enjoying nature, I am in my outdoor kitchen preserving our bounties from our yard or I am in my indoor kitchen cooking or baking something yummy!
I also enjoy sitting by the fire in our yard, watching the birds and taking in the beauty of my “sanctuary”.
Fun Fact
Mrs. Barker (and her siblings) attended the Co-op as students.
THINGS MRS. BARKER LOVES
Allergies: None
Sweets: Dark chocolate, Reese’s, Mounds
Snacks: Nature’s bakery fig bars, Bobo’s oat bites, apple sauce, fruit cups
Beverages: Dr. Pepper, Kombucha, Tea, fruit smoothies, vitamin water
Restaurants: Los Potrillos, Birch Street Uptown Lounge, Feast @316, Beer at a Time, Pacific House, Tapped Brew House & Pub, Ashwood Taps and Trucks, Tommy O’s, 54-40, Natalia’s Cafe, McMenamins
Stores: Fred Meyer, Dennis 7 Dees Garden, World Market, Wilco, Parkrose, Navidi’s Oils, Crystal Cavern
Color: Purple and lime green, orange
Flowers: Daisies, dahlias, wildflowers, and any type of houseplants
Sports/Teams: Seahawks, NASCAR
Hobbies & Things to Do: Anything outdoors, hiking, gardening, houseplants, cooking, baking
Charities: SW Humane Society, Northwest Children’s Outreach
Makes Me Happy: My family, the beach, a fire, a good conversation
Angie Haluapo “Ms. H”
“Developing a teaching and learning partnership with student’s families is essential to the overall
success of a student and a key part of teaching responsibility that I enjoy. I look forward to building these relationships at the Co-op!
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3s Teacher
Years Working for the Co-Op: This will be year 4!
Experience
Washington State Certified K-8 teacher. Previously taught Kindergarten for several years before moving into the private sector where I have been tutoring/teaching an individual student for 6 years. I am so happy to be part of the teaching team at this Co-op!
Education
Bachelor’s in Education, City University of Seattle
About Me
I love living in the beautiful PNW where there are endless options for adventures, travels, and places to enjoy nature. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, hiking, reading, and spending time with my two grown children.
Things Ms. Haluapo Loves
Allergies: None
Sweets: Dark chocolate
Snacks: TJ’s candied pecan pralines, Boulder Canyon avocado oil BBQ chips
Beverages: Coffee and Red wine
Restaurants: Daily Paper Coffee, La Nuestra Mesa, Amaro’s, The Hammond, La Provence
Stores: Target, Home Goods, Hobby Lobby, and local nurseries
Color: Blue
Flowers: Peony, houseplants, and herbs
Sports Team: None
Charities: Any local charity that focuses on children's literacy, health, or safety.
Makes Me Happy: Hiking, traveling, adventuring, gardening, spending time with my grown children
Nancy Weier “Mrs. Weier”
“I love the community feeling of the Co-Op. Having the parents involved in the classroom allows us all to get to know each other better and enriches their children’s preschool experience.
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2s Teacher & STEAM Team Head Teacher
Years at the Co-Op: This will be year 5!
Experience
I have 14 years of experience working with children in preschool and elementary school, and 7 years experience as Head Teacher in a preschool classroom.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of North Dakota
About Me
I love spending time with my husband and our two children, Sofia and Owen. We enjoy hiking and exploring nature in our beautiful PNW. We love to travel together and visit new places. My favorite place to go is the beach.
Fun Fact
Mrs. Weier’s children attended the Co-op.
Things Mrs. Weier Loves
Allergies: Tomatoes and pineapple. My son is allergic to tree nuts so I avoid those as well
Sweets: Dark chocolate, sun butter cups
Snacks: Dill pickle popcorn/chips, sweet potato crackers
Beverages: Half sweet mocha, sparkling water, zevia soda
Restaurants: Nuestra Mesa, Squeeze and Grind, Daily Paper Coffee
Stores: Bookish, Target
Color: Teal and grey
Flowers: Tulips, succulents
Sports Team: Blazers, Seahawks
Hobbies & Things to Do: Hiking, reading, going to the beach, traveling
Charities: Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, Alzheimer’s Association, Sandy Hook Promise
Makes Me Happy: Spending time with family
Gabby Burns “Mrs. Burns”
“Working with children has been a passion of mine for as long as I can remember. After spending Almost a decade as a nanny, I’m thrilled to step into this new chapter in teaching the littles at our co-op! The early childhood years lay the foundation for so much growth, curiosity, confidence, and emotional regulation, and I feel incredible grateful to be a part of that journey for each child. I can’t wait to learn, grow, and build meaningful relationships with the wonderful families in this community!”
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2s Teacher
Years at the Co-Op: This will be my first year
Experience
Spent 9 years as a nanny and assisted as a Co-Op helper for 1 year
Education
Bachelor’s of Science in Environmental and Earth Sciences at Washington State University
About Me
Originally from the Seattle area, this is my 3rd year in the ‘couve and I’ve been loving it! I have two boys, Levi who is in Ms. Nancy’s 2’s class, and a 7 month old, Alden, who you might see around school from time to time. My family and I enjoy going to Sounders games, going for walks outside and finding new restaurants. This is my first year at the co-op both as a teacher and as a parent, and I’m so excited!
Fun Fact
I love singing! I spent over a decade in choirs and musical groups growing up.
Things Mrs. Burns Loves
Allergies: None
Sweets: Dark chocolate caramel ANYTHING, and virtually any baked good! Love a good brownie or cookie.
Snacks: White cheddar cheez-its, garden salsa sun chips, and love meats/cheeses
Beverages: Herbal tea (decaffeinated), smoothies, especially with mango, and rosé
Restaurants: Dough Zone, La Provence, Amaro’s table
Stores: Amazon, Walmart, Target
Colors: Sage green, rust, peach
Flowers: Peonies, tulips
Sports Team: Seattle SOUNDERS!
Hobbies & Things to Do: Go for hikes, lake days, beach days, outside time!
Charities: Washington Center for Bleeding Disorders
Makes Me Happy: My kids laughing uncontrollably, long talks with friends/family outside, soccer games with my husband, kind people and SOUP! I’m a foodie who loves to try new cuisine and snacks.
Kathleen Elam “Mrs. Kathleen”
“As a parent at the CO-OP, I have come to truly appreciate everything that goes into creating such a unique and enriching early childhood program. The collaboration between parents and teachers brings incredible value to the children during these foundational years of development. My experience as a parent at the CO-OP has reignited my love of teaching after several years away from the classroom. I have seen firsthand the value of a community-driven school, and I look forward to helping develop a new classroom alongside the incredible teachers/parents of the CO-OP.”
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Curiosity Club Head Teacher and Lunch Bunch Staff
Years at the Co-Op: This will be my first year
Experience
My love of working with children began in my own youth, with a desire to connect with children younger than myself. This passion led to years of babysitting, followed by working as a nanny, and eventually earning my teaching degree in 2008. I spent several years substituting in elementary and middle schools before discovering my passion for early childhood education when I became a preschool teacher in 2010. Since then, I have held a variety of positions, including Event Planner and I currently work as a Local Childcare Coordinator for an au pair agency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education, Washington State University
Go Cougs!
About Me
I was born in Michigan but moved to the Pacific Northwest at a young age. I have spent most of my life in Washington and Oregon, with a short stint in New York City!
I love spending time with my family—my husband, Chris; my sons, Perry and Selden; and our family dog, Sloany. I enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, paddleboarding, and taking nature walks. I also love traveling and exploring new places. I’m always up for trying new restaurants and discovering hidden gems around Portland. I enjoy going to concerts and listening to live music, and I’m happiest near the water, whether it’s the ocean or a lake.
Fun Fact
I love all things Italian! I lived in Florence during college and had the opportunity to travel throughout Italy. I feel a deep connection to the country and culture.
Things Mrs. Kathleen Loves
Allergies: Gluten
Sweets: Dark Chocolate and Gelato
Snacks: Apples, Hazelnuts, Simple Mills Crackers or Sweet Thins, Chips and Salsa
Beverages: Matcha Latte, Cappuccino, Sparkling water, Kombucha, Prosecco and Natural Wine
Restaurants: Roots, The Hammond, Cactus Ya Ya, Allora
Stores: Target, World Market, Trader Joe's, New Seasons, Natural Grocers, Camas Antiques, Powell's Books, Bookish
Colors: Red and Yellow
Flowers: Sunflowers and Tulips
Sports Team: WSU Cougars, Portland Timbers, Seahawks, Mariners
Hobbies & Things to Do: Yoga, Birding, Singing along to good music, Reading, Swimming and Traveling
Charities: ALS Association, Northwest Children's Outreach
Makes Me Happy: A good book and learning something new!
Chelsea Lee “Ms. Chelsea”
“I’ve loved watching my daughter thrive at the co-op. It’s been the perfect way to be directly involved in her early education while being part of a supportive village. I’m excited to continue building this amazing community and I hope to foster the love of learning, active thinking and critical thinking within the Curiosity Club classroom! ”
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Curiosity Club Assistant Teacher
Years at the Co-Op: This will be year 1!
Experience
I have 7 years of volunteer work at preschools; 5 years of volunteer coaching AAU Junior Olympic Track and Field athletes; 4 years of private PSAT, SAT and AP tutoring.
Education
Loyola Marymount University (LMU)- Bachelors of Arts; University of Oxford - Masters in English
About Me
I was born and raised in San Francisco, lived in Los Angeles for 15 years, and moved to the UK for a year. I relocated to Camas a year ago with my daughter (Juno will be in the 4s) and partner to slow down and experience the beauty and nature of the PNW!
Fun Fact
As a child, I was always curious about how things were made. So as an adult, I’ve spent the last 10 years creating products for Jessica Alba, the Kardashians, Kanye West, Ariana Grande, and various CPG companies.
Things Mrs. Chelsea Loves
Allergies: Raspberries
Sweets: Dark Chocolate
Snacks: Anything salt and vinegar
Beverages: Coffee, matcha, kombucha, extra dry sake
Restaurants: The Paper Bridge, HANSIK, La Moon Khao Man Gai, and Seventeen Hot Pot
Stores:
Colors:
Flowers: Lilies, cherry blossoms, lotus flower
Sports Team:
Hobbies & Things to Do: Running (I started competing in the AAU Junior Olympics at the age of 6 and the USATF National Junior Olympics at the age of 7), hiking, reading, playing board games, and cooking
Charities:
Makes Me Happy: Traveling to a new country, spending time with my family that live around the world, yapping with friends over good food and drinks, seeing my daughter laugh and fall in love with being at the Co-Op!
Cliff Martin “Mr. Cliff”
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STEAM Team Assistant Teacher
Liz Garvin-Nelson “Mrs. Liz”
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Floating Assistant Teacher and Lunch Bunch Staff