Beth brings two years of valuable experience from the kindergarten classroom at Clay City Elementary, where she has supported small group instruction, individualized learning, and daily routines. She is currently completing her Bachelor’s Degree in General Education, graduating this August, and plans to pursue a Master’s degree in Education in the near future.

Beyond her academic background, Beth brings a wealth of real-world experience that aligns beautifully with our nature-based approach. She has spent over 20 years working with horses, raises her own chickens, and tends a home garden. Her daily, practical experience in animal care, agriculture, and sustainability naturally shapes the way she approaches teaching, making her a perfect fit for our outdoor, experiential environment.

Most importantly, Beth’s faith in the Lord guides how she teaches and interacts with children. She values structure, kindness, and consistency, and is deeply committed to helping children grow in both character and confidence within a calm, supportive space.

Emily is a Powell County graduate with a heart for children. For the past five years, she has worked with young students in Sunday school and has spent several summers serving as a guide for children at church camp — leading outdoor activities, games, and faith-based learning experiences.

She has also volunteered in local elementary classrooms and recently worked as a teacher’s aide in a second grade classroom, gaining hands-on experience in daily classroom rhythms and student support.

Emily brings energy, creativity, and a genuine love for young learners. She believes children thrive when they are seen, respected, and given the freedom to move, explore, and grow — especially outdoors. (And yes — she is absolutely comfortable spending hours outside in all kinds of weather!)

Most importantly, Emily has a deep desire to help children know God and experience His love for them.

We met several years ago and quickly bonded over raising young children, running together, and spending long hours outdoors. As our eldest children approached kindergarten age, our conversations naturally turned toward education—what we wanted for our own families and what felt missing from the options available to us. Over time, the idea of Red River Schoolhouse began to take shape.

This was not a spur-of-the-moment decision. The vision grew slowly and thoughtfully as we spent years reflecting, talking, and paying attention to what truly mattered for our children. The more we considered it, the more convinced we became that we wanted a small, relational learning environment rooted in nature, community, and meaningful work.