Our Staff
aLLISON saVAGE
Preschool Director
Allie’s philosophy of education is that all children have unique learning styles and educational journeys, learn and grow incrementally in response to their environments, and require a safe and stimulating space to explore who they are individually and as part of a community of learners. As a teacher, I aim to act as a guide, allowing students to drive their own discovery. This follows the work of Maria Montessori, who believed that children should have choices—and that those choices and curiosities should direct their learning. Allie believes that students learn best with multi-sensory, hands-on materials, through regular engagement with the natural world, and through play. Children are inherently driven and eager to learn, and it is our role as teachers to support and guide them in this dynamic process.
"Every child is filled with curiosity and potential. My goal is to create an environment where they feel safe, inspired, and excited to learn. Through exploration, play, and creativity, I strive to nurture their love for learning and help them build a strong foundation for the future."
Contact: allie@thereycenter.org
"Every child is filled with curiosity and potential. My goal is to create an environment where they feel safe, inspired, and excited to learn. Through exploration, play, and creativity, I strive to nurture their love for learning and help them build a strong foundation for the future."
Contact: allie@thereycenter.org
Leah Elliot
Executive Director of the Rey Cultural Center
Leah combines a background in environmental education with years of teaching experience in alternative middle and high school settings in California, Alaska, and Vermont. With a graduate degree in business, she brings strong nonprofit leadership and operations experience to The Rey Center. Leah’s passion for helping people better understand the world around them aligns with the organization’s mission to honor curiosity and discovery in art, science, and nature.
Contact: leah@thereycenter.org
Contact: leah@thereycenter.org
board of directors
Meet The Rey Cultural Center's Board of Directors
Mary Beth Straub- Treasurer
Mary Beth is the Assistant Vice President for Harvard University’s Central Administration, overseeing budgets and resource management. She holds degrees from Pace University and Harvard and enjoys skiing, hiking, cycling, and cooking in her free time.
Nadja Stratton-Development
Parent of two school aged children in Waterville Valley, Nadja has been an advocate and supporter of our early childhood education programs. Professionally she works as the Director of Operations in a family commercial real estate investment and management company. She brings her marketing, community involvement and energy to support development on our Board.
Craig Larsen-Development
Craig is the owner of Waterville Valley Golf Course and The Club House, bringing his expertise in hospitality and recreation to the board.
Steve Larkin-Development
Steve grew up spending summers in Waterville Valley and later moved here full-time with his family after working in Boston’s hospitality industry. He applies his passion for welcoming and growing a thriving community to The Rey Center’s outreach and development efforts.
Paul Ruggiero-Development
Kyle Sandler
Mary Beth is the Assistant Vice President for Harvard University’s Central Administration, overseeing budgets and resource management. She holds degrees from Pace University and Harvard and enjoys skiing, hiking, cycling, and cooking in her free time.
Nadja Stratton-Development
Parent of two school aged children in Waterville Valley, Nadja has been an advocate and supporter of our early childhood education programs. Professionally she works as the Director of Operations in a family commercial real estate investment and management company. She brings her marketing, community involvement and energy to support development on our Board.
Craig Larsen-Development
Craig is the owner of Waterville Valley Golf Course and The Club House, bringing his expertise in hospitality and recreation to the board.
Steve Larkin-Development
Steve grew up spending summers in Waterville Valley and later moved here full-time with his family after working in Boston’s hospitality industry. He applies his passion for welcoming and growing a thriving community to The Rey Center’s outreach and development efforts.
Paul Ruggiero-Development
Kyle Sandler
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