Vallie is originally from Wibaux, Montana and found home in the Bismarck/Mandan area while attending the University of Mary. She completed her degrees in Early Childhood and Elementary Education in 2021 and has been working with preschool age children the past few years.
She became interested in Montessori education while spending time in the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Atrium. One of her favorite things she experienced there is growing closer to God through the children's inherit trust in him. Vallie is excited to wonder alongside the children in the Nido Community!
While not in school, Vallie enjoys spending time reading fantasy novels, playing games like The Settlers of Catan or Stardew Valley and cooking for her friends!