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Lisa Gale – Executive Director
Lisa brings over 25 years of experience in early childhood and elementary education from both traditional and alternative learning environments. After earning a B.A. in Economics and Early Childhood Education from UT Austin and working in the field of early childhood for several years, Lisa decided to continue her studies in education with a post-graduate degree from Sam Houston State University. Lisa is passionate about creating healthy schools and specializes in creating healthy classrooms in which children love to learn and teachers are inspired to grow. Lisa’s experience and unique, holistic perspective allow her to make significant contributions to education through her heart-based style of leadership and curation of school culture.
Krystal Bellah – Operations Director
Krystal serves as our Operations Director. Krystal earned her B.A. in Psychology from the University of Texas at San Antonio where she served in Student Affairs within the university’s wellness sector. During her undergrad studies, Krystal taught in the classroom working with at-risk children and eventually working as an educator in Boston, MA. Continuing to refine her teaching skills, Krystal became recognized for elevating childcare with a specialty in Respectful Caregiving and Mindfulness. She is dedicated to serving institutions committed to caring for the whole child and guides our teachers as they implement evidence based strategies for building authentic connections inside the classroom.
Emma Lee – Admissions Director
Emma earned her B.A. in Child and Family Studies from Baylor University and then went on to Texas Women’s University to earn her Master’s degree in Child Life. During her time at Baylor University, she worked alongside the teachers at the Piper Developmental Center gaining extensive experience in early childhood development observation and research. Emma is excited to incorporate the fundamental early child development and family studies knowledge she gained during her undergraduate and graduate studies into her work here at Oak Forest Academy.
Kimberly Bellah - Education Coordinator
Kimberly earned her B.A. in Psychology from the University of Texas at San Antonio and brings over a decade of experience in early childhood education, along with a strong background in directing nonprofit programming, parent coaching, and instructional design. Her multifaceted expertise allows her to approach education with creativity and a deep understanding of how to support both students and families. As Oak Forest Academy’s Education Coordinator, Kimberly is excited to help shape and enrich the school’s curriculum, fostering an innovative and nurturing learning environment. Her dedication to holistic education and her passion for inspiring young minds make her a valuable leader in the school community.
Brittany Wyatt - Compliance Coordinator
Brittany earned her Bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies from Stephen F. Austin State University in 2022. With over 10 years of experience in early childhood education, she combines her extensive classroom expertise with her skills in administration to support the mission and success of Oak Forest Academy. Before transitioning to the leadership team, Brittany spent three years teaching PreK 4 at Oak Forest Academy, where she cultivated meaningful connections with students and families. Now, in her administrative role, she integrates her academic background, classroom experience, and administrative knowledge to create a cohesive and enriching environment for students, staff, and families.
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