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Kate Babineau

Kate Babineau (she/her) is the research consultant at AMS. She is a senior research fellow with the Cowen Institute at Tulane University and a Cohort 9 Fellow with Harvard University's Strategic Data Project. Her areas of interest include qualitative and mixed-methods research, data visualization, research ethics, and making educational systems more equitable for excluded populations. Prior to joining the Cowen Institute, Kate earned her MSc in Applied Social Research and her PhD in Social Policy in 2014 from Trinity College, Dublin. She is forever interested in the intersection between education data, design, and the democratization of information.

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Cynthia Barraza

Cynthia Barraza (she/her) is the school quality manager at AMS. She oversees schools joining and progressing through the Pathway for Continuous Improvement. She supports school leaders to apply the 5 core components of Montessori in each of their unique schools.

Hannah Baynham

Hannah Joy Baynham (she/her) is the director of learning and professional development at AMS. She helps to consider the continuous spiritual preparation of the Montessori guide, by listening, creating, and responding to the community's needs for professional development. Ask her about the AMS Learning on demand library or about many of our wonderful professional development opportunities.

Dean Blase

Dr. Dean Blase (she/her), EdLD, is the deputy director of education at AMS. She is a veteran educator, serving in many capacities: as an AMS secondary credentialed former teacher and principal at Clark Montessori, a former assistant superintendent, and a principal supervisor. She specializes in imagining systems that increase human capacity and joy. At AMS, Dean oversees the day-to-day integration of four AMS areas that are integral to AMS adult learners: Teacher Education, Professional Development, Equity, and Engagement. She will also liaise with the AMS Research Committee.

Kimberlee Bollbach

Kimberlee Bollbach (she/her) is the membership manager at AMS. She supports the team that processes school membership applications, oversees the general process for individual memberships, and the membership customer service we extend to all. She also assists with member registration to The Montessori Event. As an AMS credentialed Infant & Toddler and Early Childhood Montessori teacher she enjoys speaking with school leaders about the five core components and how important they are in establishing a quality Montessori program.

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Niels Bolle

Niels Bolle (he/him) is the design consultant for AMS and the Montessori Life magazine. He continues to apply his tremendous skill and artistry to a wide variety of print, packaging, and digital media projects for AMS events and publications.

Becky Booth

Becky Booth (she/her) is a member service specialist at AMS. She assists in all aspects of school and individual membership with AMS, such as: answering questions from current and prospective members, processing school membership applications, and keeping member contact information updated. Ask her how you or your school can become an AMS member today!

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Liz Buechele

Liz Buechele (she/her) is the communication & development senior manager at AMS. She assures that all written and spoken words from AMS are grammatically (and stylistically) correct. She also supports the stewardship and fundraising efforts of the organization. Ask her about writing for Montessori Life or about attending (or donating to) the Springtime Fancy.

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Kathy Carey

Kathy Carey (she/her) is co-editor of Montessori Life magazine. She commissions stories, reviews submissions, and polishes and edits articles for publication. She works with authors, AMS staff, and a team of graphic designers and printers to get the magazine to subscribers on time. She enjoys spending time with her grandchildren and writing.

Stephanie Cavinder

Stephanie Cavinder (she/her) is a member of the teacher education department at AMS. She helps teacher education programs become affiliated with AMS and assists with the scholarship processes for adult learners. She supports quality adult Montessori education.

Maria Cirelli

Maria Cirelli (she/her) is the executive associate & board liaison at AMS. She works closely with our executive director and senior team to support initiatives across departments through daily administrative support. She also supports the development efforts and events of the organization. Lastly, Maria is the liaison between AMS staff, the board of directors, and AMS members.

Rachel Cole

Rachel Cole (she/her), M.Ed, is the Community Engagement Lead at AMS. Rachel has a wealth of experience as a Montessorian serving as a Montessori teacher in both public and private schools, a micro-school founder, curriculum director and instructional coach, ELF graduate, and Montessori parent. In the Events Department, Rachel will plan, manage, and implement the Regional Symposium events, support the work of the Regional Action Commission, and assist with other events. In Membership, Rachel will be responsible for implementing and managing the new Head of School Cohort Project (still in the development phase) that will provide mentorship and support for groups of school heads throughout the country through an ambassadorship program.