Leena began tutoring in college which led her to major in Middle School Math education, although she ultimately completed a Bachelor of Science in English Literature. While she homeschooled her daughters, she tutored and taught in a variety of educational settings.

Tessa has a passion for children and education. Being homeschooled, she knows first hand the benefits of small group study and individual pacing. She seeks to create an environment where every child has a say in the way the classroom is managed to ensure everyone has what they need to thrive and succeed.

A nature lover, Erica stays busy visiting Indiana states parks as often as she can in her quest to visit all of them. She has a background in Early Childhood Education and homeschooling her children and passionately challenges everyone to become ecoliterate. She believes that if children learn to love and appreciate nature, they will grow up to be adults who take care of the natural world.

Mom of six living on a small hobby farm, Erin homeschooled for about  15 years and has been a foster parent for 10 years. She brings experience in nursing and working with special needs children. She enjoys hot yoga, working in her garden and spending time at the beach. Being able to watch her kids grow and prosper at their rate and abilities has been one of her favorite memories because they each learn so differently.

Andrea brings a passion for education and a love of the natural world. She believes that young children learn best through curiosity, hands-on experiences, and meaningful connections to the world around them. Whether it’s observing wildlife, exploring the woods, or engaging in sensory learning, she strives to create a classroom environment where students feel inspired, engaged, and connected.

Brandon Green’s faith is the foundation of his life and work, shaping how he teaches, leads, and serves. He and his wife are raising two boys, and family remains at the heart of his calling. Brandon taught at Streams of Hope as a teacher, assistant, and tech lead, and is now bringing that experience to Growing Roots Microschool. He is connected to the K–12 Innovation Alliance, Arizona State University, and actively promotes responsible AI use both in and beyond the classroom.

Erica is a wife and mama to four who loves being creative, helping others, and growing her own food. She’s taught all ages, worked in imports, been a journalist, and is a published author. Erica seeks to create opportunities for students to find their passions and try new things.