Dr. Maria Montessori once said, “The greatest gift we can give our children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence.” As CEO of a leading network of Montessori Schools (& a mom!), this rings especially true for me, and I’d take it even one step further. Empowering our students - as well as our staff - to be the best they can be academically, socially, and emotionally is at the core of what we do at Apple Montessori Schools. As a people-centric leader with a heart for empathy, I strive to foster a culture of trust, empathy, collaboration, and innovation, equipping teams to achieve their full potential while inspiring students, driving sustainable growth, and creating societal impact.