Who we are

Kylie Walker
Head of School
Dedicated to fostering a future-focused and inclusive learning environment, Kylie is a strong and collaborative head of school who attentively supports both students and staff in their growth and success. Kylie's commitment to building meaningful relationships and nurturing a positive culture drives her efforts to create an engaging and supportive atmosphere for all.
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Molly Ripton
Director of Admissions and Development
Molly is passionate about building relationships and helping the school grow through meaningful connections. She’s committed to sharing what makes our school special and always eager to welcome families into our community.
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Brie Tompkins
TK Program Director
Brie believes that when children’s wonderings are nourished, magic can happen. Supported by a deep understanding of child development, her observations of students’ creative play and expression are essential building blocks as she welcomes our youngest students and families to our community.
Camryn Ciancia
Kindergarten Educator
Camryn inspires students to be creative, curious, and imaginative in their learning. She is committed to meeting the individual needs of each child, fostering a supportive and engaging environment where every student can thrive.
Kelsey Shoults
1st/2nd Grade Educator
Kelsey emphasizes student agency and collaborative exploration in her classroom. By successfully cultivating a creative environment, she empowers students to tackle questions and develop innovative solutions together, fostering a love for learning and teamwork.
Sydney Tarnowski
Associate 1st/2nd Educator
Sydney brings her passion for creativity and a nurturing approach to foster emotional, social, and intellectual growth in young children. She is dedicated to helping students express their unique creativity while embracing a growth mindset, demonstrating Sycamore’s educational philosophy.
David Bucchino
3rd/4th Grade Educator
David brings a commitment to fostering creativity and confidence among students to Sycamore School, helping students develop a strong sense of self-expression and problem-solving skills. His dedication to nurturing these traits promotes a growth mindset and encourages personal development.
Paige Showalter
5th Grade Educator
Paige emphasizes real-life applications in her teaching, fostering critical thinking, kindness, and inclusivity in her classroom. In addition to encouraging a growth mindset in her students, she also focuses on volunteer opportunities and serves as an after-school program coordinator, creating meaningful learning experiences that build skills and confidence for success both academically and personally.
Agustin Molfino
Innovation Specialist
As our innovation specialist, Agustin is dedicated to inspiring curiosity and fostering a hands-on environment where students bring ideas to life through inventive use of tools and materials, feel empowered to take risks, and confidently learn from their mistakes while exploring new ideas.
Megan Fisher
Educational Assistant
Megan is passionate about teaching young children, believing in the importance of fostering curiosity, creativity, and joy. She integrates exploration and nature into her approach, encouraging wonder, grit, and a deep connection to the world around them.
Anna Neville
Office Assistant
Anna is passionate about the mission of Sycamore School and is dedicated to supporting the administration and educators in achieving their goals. As the office assistant, she works to ensure the school community runs smoothly, helping staff and students thrive.