SEQUOIA NURSERY SCHOOL - Key Persons
B.S. Early Childhood Education, University of Rhode Island. Lori spent 3 years at Sequoia Nursery School (2008-2011) as a parent with her two children, and served as Director from 2018 to 2024. With over 20 years of teaching experience in preschool and early elementary grades, Lori has a strong understanding of the play-based philosophy that SNS embraces. Although she has moved on from teaching, she continues to advise the staff and the board.
B.S. Business Management, Brigham Young University. Margo is thrilled to be a Sequoia teacher! When her first child started at Sequoia in 2018, she knew immediately that this community and space provided the play-based learning experience she wanted for her young children. Now all three of her children are Sequoia Kids! Margo loves the community SNS fosters for both children and parents/caregivers. She believes deeply in Sequoia's child-centered approach and is excited to help more families experience the joy of Sequoia.
B.A. Psychology, Occidental College. Renee was Sequoia Nursery School's Director from 2012 to 2018. Now in retirement, she continues to advise the staff and the board. Renee is firmly committed to our SNS philosophy: Children learn through play; play is the work of the child!
B.A. Communications, San Diego State University. Susan absolutely loves Sequoia Nursery School! Her first child attended SNS in 2008, followed by her twin sons. She believes in a play-based co-op and is passionate about working with preschoolers and parents/caregivers. She is honored to be a teacher of this wonderful community!