Ms. Kinney, most recently an associate principal at Redmond High School, will serve as principal at Community School and International Community School.

As Principal, Ms. Kinney's door is always open. She looks forward to helping make Community School the most learning-filled and meaningful place for elementary students.

Veronique Hageman, 1st & 2nd Grades

Veronique Hageman teaches our 1st/2nd grade class. She is a Kirkland native and alumna of the Lake Washington School District. She has her Masters in Teaching and has taught internationally through the Fulbright Association. She is thrilled to be part of Community School and looks forward to many days full of learning and laughter.

Marilyn Fullerton, 2nd & 3rd Grades

Marilyn has been a Community School teacher since 1993. She is our Head Teacher and teaches our 2nd/3rd grade class. Marilyn has her Masters in Education. Her three daughters all attended Lake Washington schools and are graduates of universities in Washington state.

Johanna Aleksis, 4th & 5th Grades

Johanna Aleksis comes to Community School as a new teacher, though she is not new to multi-age learning. She is passionate about student-centered learning and is skilled at looking for creative ways to meet the needs of all students.

Michele Aiken-Dunn, Office Manager

Michele has worked for the Lake Washington School District for 10+ years. Michele is a native to Washington and grew up on the Olympic Peninsula. She enjoys hiking, crabbing, reading, and a good laugh. Michele currently lives in Kirkland with her husband, son, and their little dog Shaun!

Kerry Yuasa, Instructional Assistant

Since both her children spent their elementary years at Community School, Kerry and her husband were able to experience firsthand the benefits of a multi-age classroom approach to learning. They believe the emphasis on social and emotional growth, in addition to solid academics and the importance placed on trust, mutual respect, and self-esteem, helped their kids navigate beyond the elementary school years with confidence and a strong sense of self-worth. "It's been rewarding to observe many former Community School students stay connected and responsive to adults, become effective leaders, and be better able to resist negative influences and peer pressure"

Kerry's background includes a degree in Sociology/Social Work, as well as many years in the natural food industry. Family interests include soccer, music, fishing, camping, our extended family, and books....lots of books.