Katherine’s two children’s five years of MSIMS Primary and Elementary education gave them a solid foundation for their future pathways in academics and extracurricular activities. She joined the Board in 2024 and is currently serving as Board Chair. Katherine is excited to contribute to the school and community for future generations of students.

Scott feels privileged to have served on the Mountain Shadows Board for several years and currently serves in a Board Emeritus role. His daughter attended Mountain Shadows from ages 4 to 12, and he and his wife continue to see the lasting benefits of her Montessori education as she charts her path as a young adult.

Susie’s son attends Mountain Shadows, and she is a strong believer in AMI Montessori education. She serves as the CFO for her family’s hotel business in Estes Park and brings a passion for numbers and financial stewardship to her work. Susie joined the Mountain Shadows Board in August 2023 and currently serves as Treasurer.

Jason attended Mountain Shadows from age 3 to 12, where his curiosity and love of learning was fostered by the school. This self-guided approach served him well as he studied engineering physics at the Colorado School of Mines, before finding himself in the San Francisco Bay Area at different tech companies, including Upstart and Apple. Joining the Mountain Shadows Board in 2025, Jason’s excited to support the school and community that helped lay the foundation of his lifelong explorations, both personally and professionally.

Ali joined the board in 2025 and is a passionate advocate for the school's mission. She has a direct connection to the community as the parent of a student in the Young Children's Community (YCC) program, having already witnessed the immense growth her son has achieved. Ali is a strong believer in the lasting benefits of a Montessori education and looks forward to supporting the school’s continued success.

Carol spent her career educating youth and advancing science, teaching at the Boulder Thorne Natural Science School, Colorado Outward Bound School, and for 20 years as a chemical engineering professor at Colorado State University after earning her PhD at Stanford. She also worked for a decade at Hewlett Packard developing integrated circuit manufacturing technologies. Since retiring in 2008, Carol has focused on hands-on, visual learning experiences that help elementary students understand natural and molecular processes. She is a strong advocate for Montessori education and its emphasis on mastery, self-efficacy, and experiential learning.

 Duncan moved to Boulder in 1995 to finish college at CU Boulder, where he earned a degree in Philosophy and History. After graduating, he managed a production and distribution facility before launching a career in the tax and accounting industry. Today, Duncan and his brother have proudly owned and operated a tax and accounting firm serving Boulder County for more than 20 years, and Duncan has been an IRS-licensed Enrolled Agent for over 20 years. His connection to Montessori is personal: his mother was a Montessori preschool teacher, and he and his brother attended Montessori as children. He’s grateful to support MSIMS and the families we serve.   

MSIMS is seeking mission-aligned community members to serve on our volunteer Board of Directors. We are looking for individuals who feel called to steward a thriving, whole-child learning community.

We are especially seeking an AMI-trained board member, as well as individuals with experience in 501(c)(3) governance, nonprofit operations, the legal field, or real estate and market expertise. At the same time, we welcome professionals from all backgrounds who bring thoughtful leadership, strategic insight, and a genuine love for our mission.

Board members may be local or remote and serve in a volunteer capacity to support the long-term sustainability and integrity of the school. We also warmly welcome alumni parents who would like to serve the community in this capacity. Serving on the MSIMS Board is a meaningful opportunity to contribute your skills in service of children, families, and the future of Montessori in our community.

hello@mountainshadows.org.