What is Your Education/Background? I’m a licensed cosmetologist, and a diploma in early childhood development and education.

What do You Love About Options? I absolutely love the atmosphere and the staff that works there. Everyone is so kind and it’s just an amazing school all around.

What Inspired You to Work in Education? I just decided to do custodial work at a school because it allows me to just focus and gain a strong work ethic.

What do You do in Your Free Time? I love to sing, and draw when I can. I also love to just spend time with my little family and go on adventures. I love to spend time outdoors as much as I’m able to.

What is Your Education/Background? UW-Parkside BS Biology 2008, Western Governors University Masters in Experiential Learning and Instructional Design

What do You Love About Options? The flexibility allows time to get to know students and their families better.

What Inspired You to Work in Education? My grandfather.

What do You do in Your Free Time? Crochet and other art projects with my kids.

What is Your Education/Background? Bachelors in early childhood education dual license from UW Whitewater. Cross-categorical certification from UW Oshkosh and currently working on my Masters degree through UW Oshkosh

What do You Love About Options? I love my co-workers who are more like family than anything. The families that we work with are absolutely the best ever!

What Inspired You to Work in Education? I love helping people to meet new milestones.

What do You do in Your Free Time? I garden and love spending time outdoors with my family. Watching my daughter play sports has become a favorite thing to do as well.

What is Your Education/Background? UW Whitewater: Bachelors in Elementary and Middle School Education, Masters in Curriculum and Instruction, and an Autism Certificate. UW Milwaukee: Masters in Adult Education

What do You Love About Options? I LOVE working at Options! Our students, parents, and staff are AMAZING! We welcome anyone who walks in the door and love working with our families to best meet the needs of their students. We provide a great mix of education and fun, while helping students grow and become wonderful students and friends.

What Inspired You to Work in Education? I love helping people learn and grow. I am excited when I see the "light bulb" goes off as the kids are learning and providing many different ways to learn new ideas. I also love learning new things from the students every day!

What do You do in Your Free Time? In my What do You do in Your Free Time?, I love to spend time with my husband, Erik, and son, Soren. We love to hike, play board games, and find unique places to visit. I enjoy reading and scrapbooking and visiting coffee shops with my friends.

What is Your Education/Background? Bachelors of Science in Education History and Political Science, Masters- UW Madison: Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis, Harvard University: Certificate in School Management

What do You Love About Options? The faculty genuinely love working together and supporting student growth. They’re committed to building caring, high-performing relationships with their students. Our school feels like a family, and we do everything we can to support one another.

What Inspired You to Work in Education? I was inspired to work in education because I believe in the power of potential—especially the kind that others might overlook. Every student brings a unique story, a different strength, and a chance to grow into something remarkable. Education, to me, is not just about academics—it's about connection, opportunity, and transformation. I wanted to be someone who helps light the way for students when the path feels uncertain, and who believes in them until they learn to believe in themselves. There is no greater privilege than helping a young person realize they are capable of more than they imagined.

What do You do in Your Free Time? My family is my top priority, and I especially cherish the time I spend with my nephews in Chicago. I'm a proud supporter of Wisconsin sports, a passionate soccer fan, and a self-proclaimed super club enthusiast! I also love the outdoors—swimming, camping, and soaking up all that nature has to offer.

What is Your Education/Background? I am certified as a lead Montessori teacher/guide and have spent the last 14 years in 1 role or another in a Montessori classroom.

What do You Love About Options: I love the variety and flexibility we’re able to offer at Options! Our three-day-a-week Academy/virtual hybrid is especially meaningful—it creates a unique opportunity to support families who want the benefits of homeschooling but also need additional structure and guidance. Through this model, we’re reaching more families than ever before! What makes it all the more special is the incredible staff we have here. The authentic teamwork, collaboration, and dedication among our team truly make this program shine.

What Inspired You to Work in Education? Growing up, people often told me I’d make a great teacher, but I resisted the idea—until I discovered the Montessori method. Experiencing that approach to education completely shifted my perspective. It was in the Montessori environment where I found my calling!

What do You do in Your Free Time? I love spending quality time with my family. I especially enjoy traveling with my husband and youngest daughter to Para Dance Sport events. I also love to read and find joy in creating new materials to bring fresh energy into my classroom!

What is Your Education/Background? Bachelor of Business Administration in Management from UW-Whitewater. Masters in Secondary Mathematical Education from Western Governors University. I've tutored math for many years, but I've also worked as a police and fire dispatcher, and I previously managed school bus terminals before becoming a teacher.

What do You Love About Options? I love the flexibility Options gives students when a "brick and mortar" school isn't the best fit for them.

What Inspired You to Work in Education? I managed school bus terminals for several years, and I enjoyed working with the students. After the pandemic, and navigating my bus terminal through the worst of that crisis, I decided to take a break from busing and management. I knew my local school district, Elkhorn, needed help finding substitute teachers, so I decided to help out one or two days a week until I could figure out what my next adventure would be. That one to two days a week turned into every day, and I fell in love with teaching. That then led to me earning a Masters in Education and ultimately securing the position I have today.

What do You do in Your Free Time? I'm a distance runner, I restore vintage cars, ride and train my Belgian draft horse, play with my border collie, and I own and operate a horse stable with my wife.

What is Your Education/Background? University of MN- Duluth

What do You Love About Options? I love the staff and families. I also love all the different ways that we are able to reach our students.

What Inspired You to Work in Education? I wanted to support kids as they grow and change. It's amazing to watch them build confidence and independence throughout the school year.

What do You do in Your Free Time? Read, run, cook, travel, and spend time with family and friends.

What is Your Education/Background? BS Secondary Education--History and Psychology from UW-Madison; MS in Counseling, School Emphasis from UW- UW-Whitewater.

What do You Love About Options? It is exciting to be able to work with students from 4K through HS at Options, supporting them in any way I can. I look forward to helping students find success in a flexible educational experience that works to best fit their individual needs.

What Inspired You to Work in Education? I had some really fantastic teachers in my life who made me feel seen and valued, and I was inspired to pay that gift forward. I love working with students and getting to know them so I can support them in their educational journey.

What do You do in Your Free Time? In my free time, I love to read and spend time with family and friends.

What is Your Education/Background? I graduated in 2010 from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary and Middle School Education, and a minor in Special Education. In 2020, I graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Superior with my Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction.

What do You Love About Options? What I love most about Options is the strong sense of community and the welcoming, family-like atmosphere. It’s clear that students, teachers, and families are closely connected, and that kind of environment means a lot to me. I value the personalized, hands-on approach to learning, which gives every child the support and attention they need to grow academically, emotionally, and socially. Most importantly, the school’s values truly reflect my own. I’m especially grateful for the focus on character development, individualized instruction, and nurturing a genuine love of learning in every student.

What Inspired You to Work in Education? I was inspired to work in education because I believe deeply in the power of learning to shape not just a child’s academic growth, but their emotional and social development as well. I love helping students discover their strengths, build confidence, and develop a genuine curiosity about the world around them. There is nothing like the pure joy of watching a student’s face light up when they learn something new or realize they are capable of more than they thought. Most of all, I want every child to leave my classroom knowing they are valued, capable, and worthy of love just as they are.

What do You do in Your Free Time? In my free time, I love hanging out with my family. We’re always up for an adventure, whether it’s trying something new or heading out to discover a new park or hiking trail. I also enjoy spending time in my flower gardens. It’s one of my favorite ways to relax and recharge. When things slow down, I like to curl up with a good book and get lost in a story.