Robyn Adair, Yoga

• BA in Elementary education, MA in Art Therapy
• Started yoga as a child, inspired by her grandfather who was a practicing yogi and vegetarian.
• Has been teaching yoga and spiritual discipline to adults and children for 11 years
• Has taught Yoga at CMH for 10 years
• Married, with two sons
• Loves theatre, art and animals

Jeanne Berter, More Montessori Program

Accomplishments:

• Mother of two wonderful teenage girls.
• Married to my husband, Steve for twenty-two years.

Work History:

I worked in two credit unions for 10 years. I stayed home when my daughters were born. We moved to Loveland in 2001 and I started working at CMH in 2002. I've been at CMH almost 7 years.

What I Love About CMH:

I love to see the children's faces when they accomplish something by themselves. They are so proud. The Montessori sytle of learning is amazing.

When I am not at work I love to...

...enjoy reading, gardening, cross stich, bird watching and recently trying to teach myself to crochet. I also like just being home especially if we're all there at the same time.

Veronica Brannen, Outdoor Education

Education:

University of Cincinnati:

• B.A. Comparative English Literature
• Educational Foundation - UC College of Education

Greater Cincinnati Center for Montessori Education:  Teacher Training Academic Workshop

Post-Graduate Science Studies: Tri-State Native Plants, Geology, Astronomy, Ecological Restoration

Work History:

I started at CMH as a Pre-Primary Teacher’s Assistant in 2007 and after 2 years was presented with the opportunity to become the school’s Outdoor Educator. The previous 20 plus years I have enjoyed working as a Naturalist for the Cincinnati Park Board, Hamilton County Park District, and Clermont County Park District.  I have taught 5th - 8th grade science at a private, parochial school and worked as an Environmental Educator for the Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District.

What I Love About CMH:

The people are the biggest part of what makes CMH such a wonderful school. The natural surroundings (the woods, fields, trails, O'Bannon Creek) make the school very unique and special.

When I am not at work I love to...

I enjoy spending time with family and friends hiking, biking, travelling, paddling, skiing, gardening, reading, sitting around a campfire, cooking, playing guitar, and singing.

Claudia Brousset, Spanish

Cindy Stiens, Librarian and More Montessori Program

Accomplishments:

My Family: Bob, my best friend and husband of 35 years this October and our amazing adult children, Eric and Kelly.

Being a co-developer in the creating of a new Infant Toddler Montessori program.

I am a Facilitator for Fernside which serves grieving children and adults.

Receiving my Montessori certification, from MACTE of Cincinnati for Montessori Teaching Certification. Following teaching in traditional schools I researched other methods, I was so intrigued by Maria Montessori and her philosophy and techniques; I wanted to become a Montessorian!

Work History:

After being a “domestic engineer” for over 16 years I went back in the work force. Following my passion of “making a difference” I was a Resident Coordinator for Evergreen Retirement Center for 4 years. Instructional Aide for 2nd grade at Our Lady of the Rosary for 4 years. Co-teacher 1st and 2nd graders for a charter school serving children with ADHD and Augsberger. Co-Teacher at Central Montessori Academy 3 years and Lead at Terry’s Montessori 2 years.

I would like to share how excited I am being part of the Children’s Meeting House Community. The facility is beautiful; the works are very enticing and everyone has been so welcoming! Thank you for allowing me this opportunity to touch your child’s life as I know each one will touch mine.

I am also very excited to be the pioneer of our wonderful More Montessori and enrich our precious younger friends!!

Some of my favorite things to do:

Family Sunday dinner

Play with our dog, Ebony

Play tennis competitively

Hike and enjoy nature

Walking club