The Board of Directors is a group of parents, community members, and the Head of School who make sure the school is operating in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, its Montessori principles, and sound fiscal and administrative policy. The Board’s work includes approving and overseeing the annual school budget, operating procedures, and fundraising plans. It is also the center of decision-making on school community development and long-range planning, as well as an advisory board for the many responsibilities of the Head of School. Each year, the Executive Committee ensures that an annual review of the Head of School is completed as well.
Alex Stamm Cross – Board Chair
Amanda Cormier – Vice President
Abby Daugherty – Finance
Debbie VanHal – Secretary
Matt Syal – Trustee
Xavier Suarez – Trustee
Alyx Blauwkamp – Trustee
Debbie VanHal – Trustee
For more details on the Board or its Committees, please speak to the Head of School or any current board member listed above. Please remember that the Head of School handles day-to-day responsibilities of the school and all curriculum, student, and specific personnel matters. Should you have any concerns in that area, contact the Head of School directly.
If you would like to contact a member of the Board, please send an email to chair@steppingstoneseastlansing.org
Parents are welcome to attend board meetings when they can.
Board Meeting Schedule:
2026 – 2027
Meetings
August 24, 2026 – Virtual
September 16, 2026 – In-person
October 21, 2026 – Virtual
November 18, 2026 – Virtual
December 16, 2026 – Virtual
January 20, 2027 – Virtual
February 17, 2027 – In-person
March 17, 2027 – Virtual
April 21, 2027 – Virtual
May 19, 2027 – Virtual
June 16, 2027 – In-person
July 21, 2027 – Virtual