I come from a family of educators, believing strongly in the importance of a good education for all our children as our future lies in their hands. Starting at the grass root level, an all around development helps in shaping the personality of each individual. I am 41 years old with more than 9 years of teaching experience at various levels, Masters, Graduates, Undergraduate, and 3-5 years old. Before starting at Silver Bow Montessori last year I taught for a year at King’s Kids. I have a MA Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication, M.A. and M. Phil in English Language and Literature. I love teaching and being around kids. I firmly believe that we should be learners for a life-time, sharing and caring for all the children and actively contributing to the society we live in. I love to share my Indian experiences and knowledge with children and help to shape a better understanding of the world.
My name is Anastasia Petro. I’m 27 years old and I currently live in Butte with my husband, two year old daughter, and our two dogs! We just moved here in July 2021 from Indiana and we love it. I’m a huge bookworm and I’m obsessed with houseplants. I’ve been lucky enough to be a stay-at-home mom for the last two years and I’m so excited to be working with kids again! I previously worked as a paraprofessional at an elementary school for about two years, and I actually taught preschool for one year at the same school. I can’t wait to get to know and love your kiddos!
My name is Marlene Egan, I enjoy hiking, foraging, rock hunting and collecting! I love animals and have a small farm of my own with goats and chickens. I was born and raised here in Butte and even attended SBM when I was a child! I loved attending school here, so when the opportunity to work here came I couldn’t say no. I really enjoyed being a student here, and now as an adult and staff member I know why. The Respect for the Child Philosophy and the other Core Values of Montessori resonate with the kids in a way I don’t think a lot of people realize.