Who We Are

Roots Community School was founded by a group of passionate educators and parents who envisioned a school where children could thrive in every way—academically, socially, and emotionally. What began in 2015 as a small start-up in Chelan Valley has grown into a thriving preschool through 8th grade independent school, widely recognized for its innovative and student-centered approach.
Our mission is to provide an education that is joyful, rigorous, and connected to real life. At Roots, children learn through project-based experiences, multi-age classrooms, and hands-on exploration. This model challenges students academically while allowing them to develop confidence, creativity, and resilience. Every child is known, valued, and supported at their individual level, helping them grow into curious learners and compassionate leaders.
We are guided by four core values:
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Curiosity
Fostering a love of learning and discovery.
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Creativity
Encouraging innovation, imagination, and problem-solving.
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Collaboration
Building strong partnerships among students, teachers, and families.
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Character
Developing empathy, integrity, and responsibility.
Meet the Team
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Rachel Robison
Director of Education & Bears Classroom Lead Teacher
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Amy Fricke
Head of Administration & Operations
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Leanne Uttech
Wolves Classroom Teacher
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Brandy Samson
Owls Classroom Teacher
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Sandy Zimchek
Mountain Lions Classroom Teacher, PE Teacher
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LeeAnne Casal
Preschool Teacher
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Sarah Mack
Preschool Teacher
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Johanna Anderson
Pre-K Lead Teacher
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Ellie Haisch
Pre-K Teacher
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Kelsy Bordner
Bears Math Teacher
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Houston McCuaig
Mountain Lions Math Teacher
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Elani Moody
Art Teacher
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Bre Stockdale
Support Teacher & Musical Director
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Adam Stefaniw
Recess Teacher
ROOTS TEACHERS
ROOTS COMMUNITY SCHOOL BOARD
SARAH KERBER
President
LIZ MITCHELL
Vice President
LEE MITCHELL
Treasurer
JOE PLOUF
Secretary
LEEANNE CASAL
Director
LEILY RAYSBROOK
Director
STEPHEN JOHNSON
Director
AMY FRICKE
Director
KELSY BORDNER
Director
NICOLE CAMPBELL
Director
RACHEL ROBISON
Director

The Roots Community School Education Team is a supportive, collaborative group of Educators.
We invite you to come visit Roots if you want to experience first hand the “Roots Difference”