Christine graduated from Loyola Marymount University with a Bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies. She is currently finishing her Early Childhood Education Administration Certificate through UCLA’s extension program and works in construction management. The Schneider family joined RPNS in the fall of 2015 and had all three of their children go from toddlers through Pre-K at the school. Christine joined the board shortly after joining RPNS and held almost every position throughout the family’s time at the school. Chistine was awarded the Janet Cocconi Award in 2019 for her commitment to the school. Her and her husband Nick, whom also served on the board, were proudly awarded the Betty Strombom award in 2023. She lives close to RPNS with her husband, three kids (Kendall- age 9, Andrew- age 7 and Layla- age 5) and their two dogs. She is very excited for this opportunity and can’t wait to meet the families for next year.

Andi graduated from the University of Connecticut with a Master’s degree in Education. Prior to joining RPNS, Andi worked as a Recreational Therapist at Stanford Children’s Hospital. She holds both an Early Childhood Education Certificate and a California State Teaching Credential in Parent Education. Andi was the Director and Toddler Teacher at another co-operative nursery school for five years. She is a proud recipient of the 2018 Teacher Director Award from the California Council of Parent participation Nursery Schools. To further honor Andi for her commitment and dedication to the families of RPNS, Andi has been awarded the Betty Strombom Award in 2014 and the Janet Cocconi Award in 2021. She also received this award in 2023 honoring her husband Volker’s contributions to our school. Andi and her husband, Volker, live in Redwood City and have 2 children, Christina and Matthew, and two miniature dachshunds. Andi enjoys gardening, cooking, walking her dogs, crafting and reading. She can also be found at the Magical Bridge Playground where she volunteers her time as a Kindness Ambassador and is responsible for orienting all new park volunteers. Andi is looking forward to her 19th amazing year at RPNS, filled with the joy and wonder of learning along with her toddlers, twos, and their families.

Carina graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor of Science in Child and Family Development. She then completed her Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from the College of Notre Dame in Belmont. During her college years she worked with children of all ages. She has experience working with school-age children in an after-school program, as well as working as an Assistant Director at La Mesa Early Learning Center. Once she enrolled her oldest child in RPNS, she realized that the co-op environment was exactly what she wanted for her children. Six years later, she returned with her daughter. Carina owned a retail store in downtown San Carlos for 8 years. When her business closed, she decided to go back to preschool. She joined the RPNS staff in 2011 as an assistant teacher. Carina was honored for her dedication and commitment to the families of RPNS in 2012 when she received the Betty Strombom Award. Carina loves being a part of such a dynamic teaching staff. This year she is excited to begin her second year as the head Pre-K teacher and she will also take on the role as Assistant Twos Teacher.

Dorian graduated from San Jose State University with a Bachelor’s degree in English and an emphasis on both education and technical writing. Throughout college, Dorian worked as a counselor at Camp Conrad-Chinnock, a summer program for children with type 1 diabetes located in the mountains near Big Bear, California. Since graduating, Dorian has worked in the aviation and healthcare industries and has spent many hours volunteering in the classroom and subbing in the Redwood City School District. She has worked as a teaching assistant in the TK classroom on the Clifford School campus for 4 years before coming to RPNS. Dorian is married to fellow camp counselor, Matthew Sheble, and they have two adult children, Taylor and Evan (proud RPNS alumni). Dorian and Matthew are also guardians of a 3rd grader, Chandler, who currently attends school in Redwood City. In her free time, she continues to volunteer at school, enjoys running, gardening, the outdoors, and spending time with the “parent friends” she made while at RPNS.

Kathy graduated from the University of California, Davis, with a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Biology. Kathy also received her California State Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from UC Davis and holds a California State Adult Education Teaching Credential. Prior to joining RPNS as our Mixed Ages teacher in 2000, Kathy was Director and Kindergarten teacher at a private school in San Mateo. Kathy is actively involved in the Special Olympics and helping those with learning differences. She also continues to participate in educational workshops. Kathy has been honored by the California Council of Parent Participation Nursery Schools by receiving the Teacher Director Award in 2007 and in 2020. To further honor Kathy for her dedication and commitment to the families of RPNS, Kathy has been awarded the Betty Strombom Award in 2006 and in 2010, The Janet Cocconi Award in 2021 and the Margie Lawson Award in 2023. Kathy and her husband, Carl, live in San Carlos and have three adult children, Alyssa and Jennifer, who are both married, and Matthew. Kathy is thrilled that all children are living locally. Kathy loves spending time with her granddaughter Ava who is a toddler and grandson Evan who is 4 months old. In her spare time, Kathy enjoys traveling, sporting events, shopping, reading, and spending time with her family and friends. Kathy’s passion has always been working with young children and looks forward to beginning her 24th year at RPNS with the Threes class.