Ms Katie
Director
Katie is our Director at Foothills Forest School. With a background in supply chain and an MBA, she brings organization and vision for the program we are growing.
She can often be found hiking with her 3 kiddos, on a run exploring a new place or learning how to homestead with her family on their new property!
Ms Bailey
Leads our Homeschool Enrichment Class
Bailey is from Blount County and still calls it home. She is excited to step into a new age group and watch the personal growth of her students while making connections with the natural world!
Bailey has an extensive background, including a BA in psychology, Montessori certified and previously worked in both nature preschool and forest school settings. She loves to garden, create herbal medicine and spending time with family and friends
Ms Chloe
Co-leads our Preschool Class
Chloe firmly believes play is one of the most powerful tools for learning and works to create environments where children can explore, grow and thrive!
She has a master's in early childhood education and enjoys hiking with her pups, spending time outside and slowing down with yoga.
Ms Katherine
Co-leads our Preschool Class
She has worked in outdoor education, botanical gardens, and environmental outreach before joining FFS. She loves connecting kids with nature in fun and meaningful ways!
Katherine has a degree in environmental sustainability and enjoys gardening, spending time outdoors and exploring new places.