Hello! Please introduce yourself.
Photo credit: Bella Vie Studio (Grayslake)
Where are you from and how long have you lived in town? What brought you to the area?
We have lived in Libertyville since 2000, 23 years.
Do you have children? Age(s)? Names
I raised my children here in Libertyville. Lauren 32 and Sean 30.
What are your favorite things to do in the area with and without your kids? Family friendly restaurant? Date night?
I enjoy Chrissoulas, Milwalky Trace and Taco, Firkin and Mickey Finns.
In addition to the restaurants you mentioned, can you share your TOP 5 favorite local businesses? It could be stores that you frequent for clothes, kids, home decor, healthcare, fitness, wellness, beauty salons or spas, or family resources (photographer, financial advisor, lawyer). We love supporting local.
Edie Boutique, Maison Chic Interiors, Marigold, Lovely Nails, Trader Joe’s.
Which podcasts and/or TED Talks inspire you the most?
Still love an old school book.
What are your favorite places to travel near and far and why?
DesMoines- my son lives there. Sacramento- where my daughter lives, we are soon to be grandparents.
Tell us about your business/organization.
Village Green Montessori School
What do you do in your position?
Director- Head of School
Why do you love your job?
I LOVE little kids, they bring me joy!
Are you involved in a business venture, a local organization, a creative endeavor? Please share!
My husband is opening a new brew pub, Tonality in Mundelein, mid October.
How has this community been instrumental in getting you to where you are now?
Absolutely! Libertyville has been my schools home for 20 years 🙂
What is your favorite thing about the Libertyville Area Moms Network?
Real moms networking and sharing their life experiences
Please share two fun facts about yourself.
I founded my school 20 years ago. It is named after my childhood street. My former career was as a Realtor.
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve gotten from another Mom?
Love your children for who they are…
Are you involved in any volunteering or philanthropy? Do you have a favorite local non-profit or charity?
I volunteer for the board of directors for my sisters not for profit Montessori schools in Highland Park and Glencoe.
In an effort to keep it real, and not just show the sunny side, can you share with us a past or present struggle in your personal or professional life? Please also share how you overcame it or cope with it (or plan to)? We love gaining new tools for our mental wellness toolbox.
The covid pandemic shut down vgm school for 5 months. My amazing staff created an online Montessori program by filming ourselves doing lessons from scratch. We reopened for the entire school year of 2020-21. My teachers were there for our children and families in the toughest of times. We got through it together. I’m really proud of that…
