Administration Staff
Ms. Louisa, Principal
I am honoured and delighted to be the Principal at the Kimberley Independent School. I am enthusiastic, passionate, and motivated in my vision for education and learning. With two decades of formal and informal education experience and developing my own businesses, I look forward to using my unique and diverse experience to support the already vibrant school community and to continue to build on what makes KIS exceptional. Seeing students and staff thrive in their environment and be supported in their journey gives me no better feeling and I intend on continuing to foster a positive culture at KIS.
Childcare Staff
Ms. Mackenzie, E.C.E.
Hello! My name is Mackenzie, and I have been a part of the KIS Family since 2020. I am a licensed early childhood educator, Special Needs Educator and Infant Toddler Educator. I am excited to explore and experience new discoveries with the children inside and outside of the classroom!
I have always believed that children deserve a fun, educational and hands on learning environment. My philosophy includes child lead activities, and supporting their individual strengths in the learning space. I have always had a strong pull to supporting a child’s social and emotional needs.
I look forward to meeting all of you!
Ms. Chris, E.C.E.A.
Hi, my name is Chris. I am really happy to be apart of the KIS community. I have recently moved to the East Kootenays with my family. I am grateful to be immersed in nature and surrounded by the mountainous beauty. My journey to KIS actually began fat biking in the nature park where I met a fellow teacher. Besides appreciating being in the great outdoors, I love art and the creative process. My background is in both the visual arts and early childhood education. I have been working with children for over 30 years. The best part about working with preschoolers I feel, are their imaginations, authenticity, and curiosity. It is a wonderful time of playfulness. It’s inspiring being in their presence and learning from them. I look forward to discovering their perspectives of this big world of ours. It’s going to be a fun adventure.
Ms. Shannon, E.C.E.
My name is Shannon. I am happy to be joining the team of fantastic educators here at KIS. I am a licensed early childhood educator and have worked in early years programs for over 10 years. I was raised in the West Kootenays and lived in Ucluelet for 18 years before coming back to play in the mountains.
I have opened and run a non profit daycare, facilitated a StrongStart program for many years, and have worked in Kindergartens as an EA. I am also a Mom to two pretty great teenagers.
I feel that connecting with the natural world is important for all of us through all stages of our development, and I am happiest facilitating play outside.
I believe my position with young children is to promote and support curiosity, to encourage questions, to ask questions, and to listen to answers.
I help children challenge themselves while I offer support for wherever they stand. I am here to foster and fertilize kindness, and to have fun!
Ms. Mya, E.C.E.A
Hello my name is Mya, and I am so excited to be apart of the Kis family again for the second year! This year I am pleased to say I am working as a certified ECEA with the childcare team here at KIS. As well as working as an ECEA I am a second year student through COTR working towards becoming a certified EA.
For the past 9 years I have bounced around between Kimberley, Cranbrook, and Wasa and I absolutely love it ! When I am not working with all these amazing little kiddos I am often out dirt biking, quading, swimming, or adventuring with my dogs!
Teaching Staff
Ms. Katie, Kindergarten
Ms. Desiree, Kindergarten
Ms. Martha, Grade 1/2
Ms. Julie, Grade 3/4
TBA
Mme. Lorenza, French Teacher
Education Assistants
Board of Directors
As a not-for profit charitable society, The Kimberley Independent School has a Board of Directors that oversees the governance of the school organization. This group of volunteers is an essential part of the KIS team and is responsible for overseeing the school vision and ensuring the future of the school through solid strategic planning for the KIS community.
THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President - Monica
Vice President - Michael
Secretary - Tiffany
Treasurer - Mark
Members at Large - Matt and Allison