Administrative Staff

Angela was born in Bozeman and raised in Arizona and Southern California. She graduated from Arizona State University with a degree in Business Economics and Political Science. With 20 years of experience in production, Angela has developed strong organizational and management skills. When she had her daughter, Angela ran an infant/toddler program out of her home for two years, gaining valuable experience in early childhood care. Her diverse background and experience make her a dedicated and adaptable professional.

Brenda moved to Big Sky five years ago from Colorado and has been an integral part of the Morningstar team for the past four years. While she has experience working with children of all ages, her true passion lies in working with infants, where she finds immense joy in helping them grow and develop. A proud mom of two boys, Brenda enjoys the beauty and lifestyle that Montana offers, cherishing her time spent with her family. When it comes to food, Brenda has a soft spot for tacos, chocolate, and cheesecake, and her favorite color is pink!

Kelsey is originally from Southern California and has taught at MLC for the past 7 years!  She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Montana State University and has spent nearly 10 years working with children of all ages, focusing on Social Emotional Development.  In her free time, Kelsey enjoys hiking, relaxing by a lake, and drinking coffee. Her dedication to supporting children’s emotional growth and her love for the outdoors make her a passionate and valued member of the community.

Kylie moved to Big Sky from Chicago, Illinois and has taught at MLC for the past two years.  She earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Illinois and spent two years teaching elementary physical education. Kylie is passionate about teaching and is excited to transition into a new learning environment, working with toddlers. Outside of school, Kylie enjoys being outdoors, listening to music, traveling, watching Chicago Cubs games, and spending time with her friends and significant other.

Mariana is originally from Lima, Peru. After spending 4 winter seasons in Big Sky, she officially moved here full time in December of 2023. She graduated from the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP) with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology in 2022 and also studied at the Universidad Femenina del Sagrado Corazón (Unife) in Peru, earning a certification in Early Intervention and Motor Skills with Early Childhood in 2023. Over the last five years, she has worked with children of all ages (0-16) as a teacher and assistant psychologist. Bilingual, she enjoys teaching Spanish to young learners. Her favorite part about teaching is discovering and celebrating the milestones of her students every day. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Dillon, and snowboarding during the winter. She loves coffee, dairy-free chocolate, and her favorite color is teal. Mariana is excited to continue her career as a teacher at MLC.

Mayra is originally from Mexico and has called the U.S. home for over 20 years, with the past 8 of those spent in Montana. For over 5 years, she has brought her compassion and love to the babies of MLC, creating a nurturing environment for our littlest learners. A devoted mother of three, Mayra balances her family life with a passion for cooking, earning a reputation as an excellent cook. She has a special fondness for foods that include coconut and nuts, and the color red is her favorite!

Mindy was born and raised in Illinois, where she pursued her studies in Education before relocating to Big Sky.  She has been a teacher at MLC for the past 7 years and is passionate about teaching children how to become independent and finds joy in watching them develop and thrive. Outside of her teaching role, Mindy loves scrapbooking, basketball, and spending quality time with her husband and children.

Sloan Dalrymple is a dedicated educator with over 12 years of experience working with children aged 0-12. Having moved to Big Sky from Colorado nearly three years ago, she brings a wealth of expertise to her work. Sloan holds teaching certificates in Infant Nursery Supervision, Early Childhood Education, and a Director’s Certificate in Early Childhood Education. She is currently completing her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and plans to pursue further educational growth. Sloan finds inspiration in the fun and fresh perspectives that children offer, especially when life’s adult responsibilities feel overwhelming. She believes in the power of learning and is dedicated to sharing her knowledge with younger generations to continue to inspire and shape young minds.

Vanessa is originally from Miami, FL and moved to Montana in the summer of 2022. She comes from a Cuban-American family. Vanessa graduated with a bachelors degree in Hospitality Management. She has worked as a babysitter since she was young and has managed children’s programs at luxury hotels.  She finds great fulfillment in creating meaningful experiences for kids while supporting their development. Vanessa is a proud mother to a beautiful daughter and she loves baking, crafting, romance novels.  In her free time you can find her on adventures with her husband and daughter, embracing life’s special moments.

Ashley moved to Big Sky in 2016 from Mechanicsville, Virginia, and graduated from J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College with a degree in Respiratory Therapy. Since moving to Montana, she has embraced the mountain lifestyle, enjoying adventures like hiking, shed hunting with her pups, kayaking, archery, and cross-country skiing. Ashley has a diverse background, having worked as a nanny, tutor, and most recently founding a children’s dance company and an adult performance troupe in Montana. Her message has always been one of inclusivity, spreading love, light, and positivity in all she does. Ashley is thrilled and grateful for the opportunity to be an assistant teacher at MLC, following in the footsteps of her mom, Renee. She looks forward to bringing creative movement to the children at MLC and fostering a fun, supportive learning environment.

Ellianna grew up in Grand Junction, Colorado, and moved to Big Sky in 2022 after spending two years studying in Nebraska. With 7 years of experience teaching dance to kids of all ages and a long history of babysitting children aged 0-8 since she was 13, Ellianna is passionate about working with children and is excited to be in a new classroom setting at Morningstar. Outside of school, Ellianna enjoys spending time with her family and friends, trying new things, being outdoors, and, of course, dancing.

Leslie was born in California and raised in Mexico. She has been teaching at MLC for the past two years and is thrilled to work in the infant center, where she provides babies and toddlers with both educational and fun experiences as they grow. In her free time, Leslie enjoys spending quality moments with her family and loves traveling. Her favorite color is red, her favorite food is pozole, and spring is her favorite time of year.

Loren grew up in Northern Michigan and moved to Montana in 2011 after graduating with a bachelor’s degree from Northern Michigan University. She has spent the last four years at MLC working with infants and toddlers, providing nurturing care and support.  Loren enjoys an active outdoor lifestyle, including cross-country skiing, hiking, canoeing, camping, and attending concerts. Having lived in Alaska, Colorado, and Wyoming, Loren has found her home in the mountains of Montana. She is also a proud mom of two boys, Arlo and Bill, and loves raising her family in such a beautiful, adventurous place.

Originally from just outside of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Paige has called Big Sky home for nearly two years. With six years of experience working with children aged 0-5, Paige is deeply passionate about supporting her students’ growth and development. She finds great joy in helping each child learn and grow every day. Outside of the classroom, you can often find Paige traveling, skiing, reading, or spending quality time with her friends and family.

Renee moved to Big Sky from Richmond, Virginia, 7years ago to be closer to her two daughters. She attended Radford University, where she studied Finance and Insurance, and later pursued a degree in Education at the University of Richmond. Renee brings valuable experience from teaching Kindergarten and 3rd grade, which she now shares with the Preschool class. In her free time, Renee enjoys playing golf and cheering on all Cleveland Sports teams. She feels blessed to be a part of the Big Sky community and is excited to contribute to the growth and development of the children she works with.