Testimonials

Our family feels so lucky to have had Ms. Karie as the Montessori guide for both of our children, from age 3 through their kindergarten years. She truly embodies what a Montessori educator should be. She created a calm, nurturing environment where our children felt safe, respected, and encouraged to learn at their own pace.

What really stands out about Ms. Karie is how intentional she is with each child. She sets gentle, developmentally appropriate boundaries while helping kids build independence, confidence, and emotional awareness during such important years.

She has an incredible ability to truly see each child for who they are. She understood our children’s personalities and supported them in ways that helped them thrive not just academically, but socially and emotionally as well. The foundation she helped build will stay with them for years to come.

And beyond being an amazing teacher, Ms. Karie is just a genuinely good human being. Her kindness, patience, and care for children and families come through in everything she does.

We are so grateful for the role she’s played in our children’s lives and would wholeheartedly recommend her and Little Scout Montessori to any family looking for a warm, child-centered learning environment

With Appreciation,

Jessica Stephens, EdD

There are so many amazing things we could say about Miss Karie. She was our daughter and son‘s preschool teacher for several years and intentionally got to know them so well. She had a special connection with each of her students and their families. There was always a feeling of warmth and community in her room. While keeping the kids’ best interests in mind, she knew very well how to challenge them and allow them to grow as individuals at their young ages. Our children were both so well prepared for kindergarten, which has so much to do with the education they received from Miss Karie. She has a special gift, and it belongs in the classroom!

The Kalasinsky Family

Miss Karie is an exceptional Montessori teacher who creates a classroom rich with thoughtfully curated materials that spark curiosity and invite hands-on discovery. We especially appreciated how her environment evolved to meet students’ needs and reflect the changing seasons.

Her calm, welcoming presence allows her to meet each child where they are, gently guiding them toward growth and success.

My daughter began her Primary years as a quiet, reserved learner, but her confidence blossomed during her time in Miss Karie’s classroom. She grew not only academically, but also socially and emotionally in ways that continue to shape her today.

Even 11 years later, my daughter still speaks fondly of her experience in Miss Karie’s class. We are deeply grateful for her guidance and the lasting impact she made during those formative years. Her lessons truly last a lifetime.

The Keller Family

Karie is a warm and patient teacher, and she really takes the time to understand each child for who they are. I’ve loved seeing how she encourages independence and builds confidence in a way that feels natural and supportive. She creates a calm, welcoming environment where children can learn and grow at their own pace. Any family would be so lucky to have her as their child’s teacher. We will forever treasure the time our children (& ourselves) got to spend with Karie.

The Wasilewski Family

Having had my son in Ms. Karie’s classroom, I can confidently say she is one of those rare educators who truly embodies what Montessori is all about. Her patience, kindness, and ability to meet each child exactly where they are, is something special to witness. She creates an environment where children feel safe, capable, and genuinely excited to learn.

What stands out most is how deeply Ms. Karie cares: not just about academics, but about each child as a whole person. She fosters independence, confidence, and curiosity in a way that feels natural and encouraging, never forced.

Any child would be incredibly lucky to learn and grow in a program led by Ms. Karie.

The Kern Family