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A willingness to serve is the overwhelming energy motivating our support staff.  As believers in a model Montessori community, each individual is committed to maintaining the Montessori philosophy of respect for the individual as well as the group as we manage responsibilities and tasks. Balancing this philosophical practice with a high level of skill and knowledge allows the school to operate smoothly in a positive, enthusiastic and peaceful atmosphere. 

Administrative & Supporting Staff

Katie Riley
Records and Communications Coordinator
Jean Hicks
​Expanded Learning Coordinator
Lorna Rochman-McEntire
Coordinator of Student Services & ​Education Specialist 
Courtney Spears
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River Crew  (Before Care / After Care / School Break Camps)

Club Montessori 
Aftercare Program 
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Faculty

​Primary (TK & K)
Yoli Sheridan
Copper Creek
Emma Thompson
Ellis Creek
​Lower Elementary (1st, 2nd, 3rd)
Deanna Peake
San Lorenzo
Lisa Hartman
Kaweah
Emily Miyano
Tuolumne
​Upper Elementary (4th, 5th, 6th)
Luke Snyder
Yuba
Guide
Guadalupe

Executive Director & Superintendent

PictureKelly Griffith Mannion
   Kelly has been involved in Montessori education for over thirty-five years. Teaching credentials at the    Montessori Primary and Elementary levels and a certification in administration are grounded in a Bachelor    degree in Psychology and a Masters in Education. Kelly has extensive experience with teaching, teacher-training, and administration and has been trained in myriad educational programs. With an additional background and certifications in the business world, she is uniquely suited for bridging the gaps between education and industry and has worked as a consultant to parents, teachers, schools, and companies serving our local and national Montessori and education communities.

After founding a non-profit Montessori training center, Kelly moved on to creating a family and she, and her husband of 30 years, have two children through which to see Montessori and the world anew everyday as Montessori parents. This deepened a heartfelt commitment to establishing authentic public and diversely-populated Montessori programs as it is the larger picture of creating options and hope for all children that is most appealing. A staunch believer in the Montessori practice of education for peace, Kelly maintains that if we provide an opportunity for all children to fulfill their individual potential, then respect for self, others, and the environment will naturally follow. This respect ensures a high level of personal satisfaction and the strong sense of community and global responsibility so necessary for peace.
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Petaluma, CA 94954

Phone:  707-778-6414
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  • Home
  • About
    • Get To Know Us!
    • Programs >
      • TK/K
      • Lower El >
        • Toulumne
        • Kaweah
        • San Lorenzo
      • Upper El >
        • Yuba
        • Guadalupe
      • Club Montessori
      • Alumni
      • Development of Adolescent Program
    • Praise for River
    • Community
    • Faculty & Staff
    • Board of Directors >
      • Board Meeting Schedule, Agendas, and Minutes
    • Reference Documents & Forms
    • Career Opportunities
    • Title IX/Non-Discrimination Statement & Privacy Policy
  • Montessori Education
    • Recommended Reading
  • Admissions
    • Apply Now
    • Lottery
  • Current Families
    • Attendance
    • Calendars
    • Get Involved
    • Social Justice, Equity, & Inclusion
  • RMF
    • support your school
    • upcoming events
  • Creator Faire
  • Connect With Us
  • Events