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Mid-South Gifted Academy

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One Team. One Mission.

Together, we create what no one person could create alone: a school where gifted children are deeply known, meaningfully challenged, and inspired to become more fully themselves.

Every member of the MSGA team brings distinctive strengths, deep expertise, creativity, real-world experience, and genuine care. United by one bold mission, we create an educational experience designed to transform lives and prepare gifted learners to become innovators, problem-solvers, purposeful leaders, and world changers.

We lead with love, passionately innovate, seek solutions, play as a team, and take 100% responsibility for the experience we create.

Meet the people who make the MSGA experience possible.

Co-Founder & Head of School

Jessica White

Co-Founder & Head of School
Jessica White

Jessica White is co-founder and Head of School at Mid-South Gifted Academy, a school built on a bold conviction: gifted learners deserve an education as exceptional as they are. Jessica launched MSGA in August 2018 with 17 founding students and built the school by adding one grade level at a time into the complete PreK–12 program it is today. MSGA reimagines school by combining intellectual challenge with creativity, purpose, wellness, and real-world learning. Under Jessica’s leadership, students are deeply known, meaningfully challenged, and empowered to become innovators, problem-solvers, entrepreneurs, and purposeful leaders.

Before founding MSGA, Jessica spent 14 years in Tennessee public schools, where she primarily taught and advocated for gifted and high-achieving students. In 2008, she earned National Board Certification—the highest professional certification available to teachers—through a rigorous process evaluating content knowledge, differentiated instruction, classroom practice, and reflective teaching. Jessica also holds an Education Specialist degree in school administration from the University of Memphis, a Master of Education from Union University, and a Bachelor of Science in Special Education with a concentration in Mathematics from the State University of New York at Geneseo.

With more than two decades of experience in education, Jessica brings together deep expertise in gifted education, visionary school leadership, and entrepreneurship. As both an educator and a mother of four gifted children, she understands how profoundly the right school can shape a child’s life. Jessica has devoted her life’s work to creating the kind of school gifted learners deserve—one that recognizes their potential, honors their complexity, and equips them with the confidence, character, and courage to create new paths and lead with purpose.

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Director of Admissions

Holly LaBarreare

Director of Admissions
Holly LaBarreare

Holly LaBarreare brings warmth, experience, and genuine care to her role as Director of Admissions. With 25 years in education, including nine years in admissions, she understands that choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions a family can make. It is about finding a place where a child will be deeply understood, meaningfully challenged, fully supported, and able to thrive.

Holly loves getting to know prospective families, listening closely to their hopes and needs, and helping them determine whether MSGA is the right fit for their child. She guides each family through the admissions process with clarity, confidence, and compassion, ensuring they feel informed, encouraged, and genuinely cared for at every step.

Outside of MSGA, Holly treasures time with her husband, their 10-year-old twin boys, and their two beloved dogs. Together, they enjoy outdoor adventures, good books, and creating lasting family memories.

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Head of Discovery School

TRISH RATLIFF

Head of Discovery School
Trish Ratliff

Trish Ratliff brings calm, clarity, and deeply caring leadership to her role as Head of Discovery School. Known for building meaningful relationships, creating strong systems, and moving people forward with empathy and purpose, she cultivates an environment where children are known, educators are supported, and families feel confident in their school community.

Trish also continues to serve as Wonder Studio Lead Guide, guiding MSGA’s youngest learners during some of their most formative years. Her passion for gifted education began when she recognized that her oldest child needed greater challenge, flexibility, and room for curiosity. Choosing to homeschool gave Trish firsthand insight into how profoundly the right learning environment can shape a gifted child’s confidence and growth.

Trish holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Mississippi State University and has extensive experience with Montessori-based learning. As the mother of two grown gifted children, she brings both professional knowledge and personal understanding to her work.

Through her leadership and classroom practice, Trish helps students develop curiosity, confidence, critical-thinking skills, and a lifelong love of learning.

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Director of World Languages

ANNA IVANOVA

Director of World Languages
Anna Ivanova

Anna Ivanova brings the expertise of a university professor, the perspective of a global educator, and more than 20 years of language-teaching experience to her role as Director of World Languages. She leads MSGA’s world-language program while continuing to work directly with students in Exploration Studio, ensuring her leadership remains closely connected to students and their learning.

Anna earned her master’s degree in English and French Language Teaching and her Ph.D. in Linguistics from Moscow State Pedagogical University, where she served for seven years as an associate professor. She later taught Russian language and culture as a visiting professor at Southern Arkansas University. Her international experience allows students to gain far more than language skills; they develop curiosity, cultural understanding, confidence, and a broader view of the world.

Anna creates learning environments where students feel safe taking intellectual risks, making mistakes, and growing through challenge. With empathy, encouragement, and deep subject-matter expertise, she helps learners move beyond self-doubt and become courageous communicators. In her own home, Russian, Spanish, and English are part of everyday family life, reflecting her belief that language is a powerful bridge between people, cultures, and ideas.

Outside of MSGA, Anna enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, going to the movies, and staying active.

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Director of Music & Suzuki Strings

ERIN WEBB

Director of Music & Suzuki Strings
Erin Webb

Erin Webb brings 25 years of teaching experience, advanced musical expertise, and deeply relational leadership to her role as Director of Music & Suzuki Strings. She leads MSGA’s music program, directs Suzuki violin instruction, and creates opportunities for students from PreK through eighth grade to develop musical skill, discipline, confidence, and a lifelong appreciation for music. She also broadens her impact by working directly with middle school students in humanities.

Erin holds a Bachelor of Science in Education and a master’s degree in Music with a specialization in Suzuki Pedagogy. Her leadership is deeply influenced by Dr. Shinichi Suzuki’s belief that ability can be developed in every child through encouragement, disciplined practice, high expectations, and a nurturing relationship between parent, teacher, and student.

Whether exploring music, history, culture, or human expression, Erin helps students make meaningful connections and consider ideas from multiple perspectives. Known for her empathy and resilience, she creates an environment where students feel deeply seen while being challenged to think carefully, communicate thoughtfully, and persevere through difficulty.

Outside of MSGA, Erin enjoys life with her two children, two dogs, and a tortoise.

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Director of Creative Arts & Design

ADAM HUNT

Director of Creative Arts & Design
Adam Hunt

Adam Hunt brings the mind of an artist, the skill of a builder, and the discipline of a seven-year United States Navy veteran to his role as Director of Creative Arts & Design. A National Board Certified Teacher with 20 years of experience in public education, Adam combines deep educational expertise with a lifetime of creating, building, and problem-solving. He leads MSGA’s creative arts and design program, creating hands-on experiences where students transform imaginative ideas into meaningful, tangible work.

A lifelong creator and problem-solver, Adam developed extensive construction experience working alongside his father and has spent decades refining his distinctive artistic style. His expertise spans painting, design, building, craftsmanship, creative problem-solving, and working with a wide range of materials and tools.

With a remarkable ability to look beneath the surface, diagnose challenges, and determine how to make things work, Adam teaches students to approach complex problems with curiosity and determination. He encourages them to experiment boldly, learn through iteration, and move beyond the fear of failure. Under his guidance, students develop far more than artistic or technical ability; they build resourcefulness, independence, perseverance, and confidence in their power to create.

Outside of MSGA, Adam loves spending time with his wife, Wendy, and their two children. He also continues to create art and explore his wide-ranging interests in music, history, and automobiles—his first love.

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Director of Robotics

AMBER VANDERSOMMEN

Director of Robotics
Amber Vandersommen

Amber Vandersommen is an accomplished robotics educator who brings exceptional technical expertise, competitive leadership, and a passion for student innovation to her role as Director of Robotics. She leads MSGA’s robotics program, creating opportunities for students to think like engineers, collaborate as a team, and transform ambitious ideas into functional designs.

Under Amber’s guidance, four VEX Robotics teams and two Aerial Drone teams have collectively earned 29 awards, including six at the Tennessee State Championships and two at the Regional Aerial Drone Championships. She has led teams to two VEX Robotics World Championship qualifications, with one earning the Design Award—the second-highest honor presented at the World Championship.

Amber holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Mississippi and is a VEX Robotics V5 Certified Educator, VEX Certified Coach, and VEX Certified Judge Advisor.

Through robotics, Amber teaches students to design strategically, test ideas, analyze setbacks, and continually improve their work. Her students develop far more than technical skills; they build creativity, collaboration, perseverance, and the confidence to solve complex problems—qualities that prepare them to become capable innovators and future leaders.

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Director of College & Career Advising

ANGELA PHELAN

Director of College & Career Advising​
Angela Phelan

Angela Phelan brings more than 23 years of educational experience, exceptional instructional skill, and a deeply personalized approach to her role as Director of College & Career Advising. She leads MSGA’s efforts to help students identify meaningful pathways beyond graduation while continuing to guide and teach Adventure Studio students. This direct connection gives her a firsthand understanding of each student’s strengths, interests, goals, and growth.

Angela holds bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and English from Texas Tech University and completed the university’s legal assistant program. As a published author and language arts specialist, she is skilled at helping students communicate powerfully, think critically, and approach complex work with confidence and precision.

The mother of three gifted children whom she homeschooled through high school, Angela brings both professional expertise and personal understanding to her work. Known as a caring encourager, she helps students recognize their abilities, pursue ambitious goals, and make thoughtful decisions about college, careers, and the opportunities ahead. Her guidance prepares students not simply to gain admission somewhere, but to choose paths that reflect who they are and the lives they want to create.

Outside of MSGA, Angela enjoys writing and spending time with her husband, their delightfully ancient dog, Chloe, and two birds who are convinced they are human.

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Upper School Mathematics & Science Specialist

Madison Treadway

Upper School Mathematics and Science Specialist
Madison Treadway

Madison Treadway brings a rare combination of advanced mathematical expertise, scientific research experience, and intellectual curiosity to her role as Upper School Mathematics & Science Specialist. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the University of Tennessee, a Master of Science in Mathematics from Virginia Tech, and a Master of Science in Biomedical Science from the University of Connecticut Health Center.

As a graduate research assistant, Madison constructed mathematical models of complex biological systems at the Virginia Bioinformatics Institute and the Center for Quantitative Medicine. She later worked as a data analyst at FedEx and in computational biology at St. Jude, giving students authentic insight into how mathematics and science solve complex real-world problems.

At MSGA, Madison creates challenging, student-driven experiences that invite upper school learners to investigate deeply, make meaningful connections, and take ownership of their work. Her goal is not simply to teach advanced content, but to develop independent thinkers who can solve problems, collaborate effectively, and continue learning for themselves.

Outside of school, Madison enjoys exploring the woods, conducting experiments, and talking about math with her husband and two sons.

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Wonder Studio Guide

JALEN LITTLE

Wonder Studio Guide
Jalen Little

With six years at MSGA and extensive experience working with children of different ages, Jalen Little brings creativity, empathy, and a deep understanding of gifted learners to her role as Wonder Studio Guide. She knows how MSGA students think, how intensely they pursue their interests, and how important it is for young learners to feel safe, understood, and excited to come to school.

Jalen’s interests in visual art, music, Japanese culture, and psychology shape her imaginative and compassionate approach to working with children. She uses creativity as a tool for connection, encouraging students to express their ideas, explore new possibilities, and approach learning with curiosity and confidence.

What Jalen values most is witnessing the remarkable thinking of MSGA students and seeing how they apply their knowledge in original ways. Her warmth, patience, and genuine appreciation for each child help create a nurturing and stimulating environment where Wonder Studio students feel secure enough to take risks, discover their strengths, and develop a lasting love of learning.

Outside of MSGA, Jalen enjoys drawing, crafting, playing bass guitar, exploring Japanese culture, and playing volleyball.

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Community Care Coordinator, Discovery School

Mickaleen Osborne

Community Care Coordinator
Mickaleen Osborne

Mickaleen Osborne brings genuine warmth, empathy, and a solutions-focused mindset to her role as Community Care Coordinator. With experience in preschool and high school settings, medical coding, and administrative support, she combines an understanding of children with strong organizational skills, adaptability, and careful attention to detail.

Mickaleen helps each day run smoothly while ensuring students, families, and team members feel welcomed, heard, and supported. Known for her can-do attitude and ability to connect with others, she approaches every interaction with patience, encouragement, and dependable follow-through.

Mickaleen believes transforming a gifted child’s life begins with having someone firmly in their corner—someone who listens, recognizes their needs, and helps them navigate challenges with confidence. Through her care for people and support of Discovery School’s daily systems, she helps create the safe, connected environment students need to flourish academically, socially, and personally.

Outside of MSGA, Mickaleen enjoys exploring new places and spending time with her husband, Jamie, and their son.

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Upper School Humanities Specialist

DAVID TWOMBLY

Upper School Humanities Specialist
David Twombly

David Twombly brings intellectual curiosity, accomplished writing expertise, and more than two decades of professional experience to his role as Upper School Humanities Specialist. He also serves as Innovation Studio Lead Guide, providing consistent leadership and a strong sense of community for MSGA’s seventh- and eighth-grade students.

David holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in English from the University of Memphis. Before joining MSGA, he spent more than 20 years as a technical editor and writer in the life sciences while also teaching English composition at the university level.

Having benefited from Montessori, gifted, and honors programs himself, David understands the lasting impact of an education that recognizes and cultivates a student’s potential. He helps students communicate clearly, examine ideas from multiple perspectives, set ambitious goals, and remain resilient enough to adapt when plans change. Known for taking his responsibilities seriously without taking himself too seriously, David creates an environment where rigorous thinking, character, courage, and curiosity grow together.

A lifelong learner, David writes and performs original music, plays drums, runs long distances, participates in Byzantine chant, and enjoys cheering for his favorite sports teams. He lives in Memphis with his wife and their two dogs.

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Discovery Studio Lead Guide

jennifer harlan

Discovery Studio Lead Guide
Jennifer Harlan

Jennifer Harlan brings 20 years of experience, deep expertise in gifted education, and exceptional creativity to her role as Discovery Studio Lead Guide. She has taught gifted and high-achieving students in both public and private schools and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Western Kentucky University and a Master of Arts in Teaching from the University of Memphis.

Jennifer excels at creating dynamic learning experiences that move far beyond traditional classroom instruction. She designs lessons around students’ strengths and interests while incorporating sophisticated thinking, meaningful challenge, and opportunities to connect and apply ideas. Through student-led goal setting, she gives learners genuine ownership of their growth and the confidence to take intellectual risks.

Jennifer believes gifted children thrive when they are encouraged to love challenges, learn from mistakes, and grow at a pace that reflects their readiness. Her classroom is a place where curiosity, creativity, and wonder are taken seriously—and where students develop the resilience, independence, and collaborative skills they need to flourish both in school and beyond it.

Outside of MSGA, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her husband, their daughter, and their dachshund. She also loves cooking, reading, crafting, and playing tennis—interests that reflect the same curiosity, creativity, and joy she brings to her classroom.

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Exploration Studio Lead Guide

LAURA HAYS

Student Success & Systems Coordinator
LAURA HAYS

Laura Hays brings two decades of early childhood education experience, exceptional creativity, and a deep commitment to individualized learning to her role as Exploration Studio Lead Guide. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from the University of Memphis, and her early work as an ABA therapist sparked a lasting passion for helping exceptional learners experience meaningful success.

Laura understands that gifted children thrive when learning truly fits—when it challenges their thinking, sparks their curiosity, and helps them feel seen and understood. She creates personalized learning experiences that invite students to explore deeply, solve problems, collaborate, and discover what they are capable of.

Known as a steady, joyful force, Laura combines strong organization and dependable follow-through with warmth, inclusion, and fun. She builds classroom communities where students feel supported, connected, and confident taking intellectual risks. Her ability to bring people together while keeping learning purposeful and engaging makes her an exceptional leader for Exploration Studio.

Outside of MSGA, Laura enjoys spending time with her husband and their two children in Collierville.

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Middle School Instructional Guide

Design Baugh

Middle School Instructional Guide
Design Baugh

Design Baugh brings creativity, empathy, and a personal understanding of the gifted experience to her role as a Middle School Instructional Guide. As a gifted learner herself, she knows how important it is for children to feel understood, appropriately challenged, and genuinely supported at school.

Currently pursuing a graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Design combines evidence-informed practice with warmth, curiosity, and individualized support. Her experience in crisis counseling and years of service in her church’s children’s ministry have strengthened her ability to meet students where they are, build trust, and help them develop confidence.

Design creates an energetic learning environment where students do more than find answers—they generate thoughtful new questions. Fluent in Japanese and a classically trained violinist, she brings an unusually broad perspective to the classroom and believes language, music, and creativity can become powerful tools for connection, growth, and self-awareness.

Outside of MSGA, Design is often reading several books at once, researching a new interest, crafting, playing violin, or teaching herself an entirely new skill.

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Business Manager

CHERYL STEMMER

Business Manager
Cheryl Stemmer

Cheryl Stemmer brings extensive financial and managerial experience, sound judgment, and a deeply dependable approach to her role as Business Manager. She provides the financial and administrative stewardship that helps MSGA operate with strength, stability, and a clear focus on delivering an exceptional experience for students and families.

Adaptable, resourceful, and committed to continuous improvement, Cheryl has a gift for taking ownership and moving important work forward. She combines careful attention to detail with the ability to see the larger picture, helping ensure the school’s resources, systems, and decisions remain aligned with its mission and long-term goals.

Cheryl’s leadership is shaped by humility, resilience, and a belief in new possibilities. She values the fresh perspectives young people bring and finds meaning in supporting a school designed for children who need a different educational model. Her steady presence and commitment to excellence strengthen the foundation that allows MSGA’s students, educators, and programs to thrive.

Outside of MSGA, Cheryl enjoys cooking—especially pasta—birdwatching from her porch and around Overton Park, and spending time with her husband, children, and much-adored grandchildren.

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Trailblazer Experience Coordinator

KATHY DEFREECE

Trailblazer Experience Coordinator
Kathy DeFreece

Kathy DeFreece brings more than 30 years of educational experience, including 16 years in gifted education, to her role as Trailblazer Experience Coordinator. She holds a master’s degree in Elementary Education, a Gifted Education Endorsement, and a bachelor’s degree in Business.

Throughout her career in public and private schools, Kathy has designed multidisciplinary units, enrichment programs, educator workshops, and engaging summer experiences for gifted learners. Her work reflects a deep understanding of how to strengthen academic, creative, social, and critical-thinking skills through learning connected to students’ interests and talents.

Creative, enthusiastic, and naturally collaborative, Kathy has a gift for turning ideas into memorable experiences that bring people together. At MSGA, she creates events, special programs, and family-engagement opportunities that deepen connection and allow students to discover new strengths, pursue their interests, and take meaningful leadership roles. Her energy and imagination help make school a place students are excited to experience.

Outside of MSGA, Kathy enjoys time with her husband, three adult children, and granddaughter, as well as boating at Pickwick Lake, traveling, playing games, and reading.

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Head of School of Innovation & Design

Lynn Warren

Head of School of Innovation & Design​
LYNN WARREN

Lynn Warren brings visionary thinking, whole-child expertise, and deeply intentional leadership to her role as Head of the School of Innovation & Design. With a remarkable ability to anticipate outcomes and recognize what is needed to move a vision forward, she provides steady, forward-thinking leadership for MSGA’s upper school.

Lynn remains closely connected to the classroom by continuing to work directly with students. This gives her a firsthand understanding of their strengths, needs, and daily experiences, keeping her leadership grounded in the quality of each student’s learning, relationships, well-being, and overall school experience.

Lynn holds a degree in Elementary Education and recently earned her Master of Education in Transformative Leadership, further strengthening her ability to lead meaningful growth and innovation in education. She also brings extensive expertise in wellness, mindfulness, and whole-health practices. A certified yoga instructor and trained mindfulness leader, Lynn has spent more than 20 years developing programs that strengthen resilience and well-being. Her work is also informed by Montessori principles, social-emotional learning, and trauma-informed practices.

Lynn is passionate about helping students understand themselves, communicate confidently, embrace wellness, and become resilient lifelong learners who lead with purpose. Outside of MSGA, she and her husband enjoy traveling, spending time with family, and exploring nature.

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Middle School Mathematics & Science Specialist

Tiffany Braby

Middle School Mathematics & Science Specialist
Tiffany Braby

Tiffany Braby brings nearly two decades of educational experience, a strong scientific background, and an inventive approach to problem-solving to her role as Middle School Mathematics & Science Specialist. In addition to guiding students across fifth through eighth grades in mathematics and science, she serves as Design Studio Lead Guide, providing consistent leadership for MSGA’s fifth- and sixth-grade students.

With a degree in Biochemistry and experience teaching learners from preschool through high school, Tiffany has a remarkable ability to make complex concepts approachable, relevant, and engaging. She creates learning experiences that invite students to ask sophisticated questions, investigate ideas deeply, and apply their knowledge to authentic problems.

Known as a creative and compassionate problem-solver, Tiffany keeps students at the center of every decision. She encourages learners to think strategically, collaborate effectively, and persevere when answers are not immediately clear. Her goal is to nurture curiosity while helping students develop the confidence and independence to tackle increasingly ambitious challenges.

Outside of MSGA, Tiffany enjoys spending time with her husband, their two children, and two cats—and is a formidable opponent in nearly any board game.

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Director of Gifted Education & Student Success

Sabrina Ballard

Director of Gifted Education & Student Success
Sabrina Ballard

Sabrina Ballard brings more than two decades of educational experience and a powerful combination of gifted-education expertise, instructional leadership, and strategic vision to her role as Director of Gifted Education & Student Success. At MSGA, she leads schoolwide efforts to strengthen curriculum, instructional excellence, personalized learning, and student success across PreK–12 while remaining directly connected to students and classroom practice.

Her career has spanned kindergarten and first-grade classrooms, gifted education programs, and six years as a district-level Gifted and Talented Coordinator in Texas. Sabrina holds master’s degrees in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis in Gifted and Talented Education and in Educational Leadership.

Throughout her career, Sabrina has repeatedly been entrusted with leadership roles. She has led campus and district teams, mentored new teachers and student teachers, and designed gifted-focused professional learning for educators, counselors, and administrators. She excels at translating research and ambitious ideas into strong instruction, thoughtful systems, and meaningful support for students, families, and teachers.

Sabrina believes relationships create the foundation for exceptional learning. By leading with love while maintaining high expectations and accountability, she creates the trust students need to take risks, recognize their abilities, and continue growing.

Sabrina and her husband, Jerry, recently relocated to Tennessee to be closer to family. Outside of school, she enjoys reading, quilting, cooking, attending church, and exploring creative projects.

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Community Care Coordinator, School of Innovation & Design

Stacey Rees

Community Care Coordinator
Stacey Rees

Stacey Rees brings exceptional organization, heartfelt care, and a gift for making people feel genuinely welcome to her role as Community Care Coordinator for the School of Innovation & Design. With more than three years at MSGA, she understands the people, relationships, and daily systems that help the school community thrive.

Stacey combines strong follow-through and clear communication with an extraordinary ability to accept and appreciate people for who they are. Whether assisting a family, supporting an educator, or helping a student work through a decision, she listens carefully, responds with compassion, and ensures important needs move forward.

Known for bringing calm and order to a busy environment, Stacey helps create the consistency and connection that allow students and educators to focus on their best work. She believes authentic relationships matter, and her warmth, dependability, and wholehearted care make students, families, and team members feel seen, respected, and supported.

Outside of MSGA, Stacey’s greatest joy is her family. She and her husband have been married for 21 years and are the proud parents of two children.

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Executive Assistant

Laura Motta

Executive Assistant
Laura Motta

Laura Motta brings exceptional organization, attention to detail, and a solutions-focused mindset to her role at MSGA. She supports the school’s daily operations by managing communications, coordinating projects, and providing high-level administrative support to leadership. Her ability to anticipate needs, create order, and keep important work moving helps our team remain focused on delivering an exceptional experience for students and families.

Proactive, dependable, and committed to excellence, Laura is skilled at strengthening systems and improving processes so work happens clearly and efficiently. She approaches every responsibility with care, ownership, and collaboration, helping create the strong operational foundation that allows MSGA’s people and programs to thrive.

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Marketing Project Manager

Steph Maya

Marketing Project Manager
Estefania Maya

Estefania Maya brings a background in hospitality, marketing, and brand experience to her work at MSGA. With a sharp eye for detail and a gift for storytelling, she transforms ideas into clear, engaging content that helps families understand what makes MSGA’s approach to gifted education so distinctive. From videos and digital content to beautifully designed documents and forms, she ensures every touchpoint feels thoughtful, cohesive, and unmistakably MSGA.

Creative, collaborative, and committed to excellence, Estefania approaches every project with care and ownership. She enjoys finding fresh ways to communicate meaningful ideas and works closely with others to bring them to life with energy, intention, and polish.

Known for her creativity and thoughtful approach, Estefania enjoys finding new ways to communicate ideas clearly and engagingly. She thrives in collaborative environments, where she can contribute, build alongside others, and bring energy and intention into the process. With a strong sense of ownership, she approaches her work with focus, care, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.

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Brand & Creative Specialist

Maria VELASQUEZ

Brand & Creative Specialist
Maria Velasquez

With more than five years of experience in digital marketing, content strategy, and social media, Maria Velasquez brings creativity and strategic thinking to the MSGA brand. She is the creative force behind many of our videos, beautifully designed documents, and thoughtfully crafted forms, helping make every interaction with MSGA clear, engaging, and distinctly ours.

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