Abby grew up in Oklahoma and has had a lifelong desire to work with and support children as they learn and grow. She studied Human Development and Family Sciences at Oklahoma State University. She knew that she wanted to pursue a career in education after she had the opportunity to work in an early childhood classroom during her final year in college. While working as a second-grade teacher over the past two years, Abby has developed a passion for teaching reading and literacy and engaging learners in project-based learning experiences. Throughout her training and teaching experience, she realized how difficult it is to meet the individual needs of a diverse classroom of students in a conventional setting.

Abby’s desire to see every young person succeed led her to The Village School. She knew the learner-centered model was what she had been looking for and truly believes it is the only way to honor the unique needs and interests of each child.