Keira Rakestraw graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park with a degree in Elementary Educationand has been working in the early education field for over 25 years. She has an extensive knowledge of the Montessori philosophy and has seen first hand how beneficial a Montessori education can be. Her three grown children all went to a Montessori school through kindergarten and have grown into mature, smart, caring and respectful young adults. 

Keira is able to offer a well rounded perspective on early education having worked both in the classroom and as an administrator. Her greatest joy is to see those “aha moments” as she walks the building and engages with the children and staff in the classrooms.

Keira believes that all children have an innate passion and ability to learn. When given the proper environment, continued support, and the time and space to develop at their own pace, every child can succeed.

Keira is an avid reader, loves true crime stories and word puzzles. She spends her down time relaxing with her husband, children, and two chocolate labs.