Hi, I’m Amanda Snow, and I’m thrilled to join Little Forest School as the first Childcare Director! With 12 years of experience in early childhood education, including nine years with Head Start, I’m passionate about creating a safe, engaging, and enriching environment for all children.
As a lifelong Northwoods local, my husband Mark and I love hiking, boating, and exploring the outdoors with our two kids, Henry (5) and Allison (3). I can’t wait to connect with families and help build a thriving nature-based childcare program. Feel free to reach out—I’d love to hear from you!
Hi, I’m Erica Dischinger, and I’m excited to join Little Forest School as the Assistant Director and Lead Teacher! I bring 12 years of experience working with children in various roles, including Children’s Librarian, lead teacher, and counselor, and I’m passionate about creating fun, engaging learning experiences for kids and meaningful connections for families.
My husband Cliff and I live in Minocqua with our three kids, and we love exploring the outdoors—whether it’s camping, canoeing, snowmobiling, or fishing. I’m thrilled to help build this nature-based program and look forward to meeting all of our future families!
Hi, I am Jaana Aukee and I am super excited to join Little Forest School as an Assistant School-Age Teacher! With 3 years of childcare experience, I am super confident in my ability to provide a safe and fun space for the kids!
I am from Hurley, Wisconsin, but I am currently living in La Crosse and attending UWL as an Elementary Education major! In my free time, I love to hang out with friends, go to coffee shops, and cook! I am so excited to connect with all the families and help introduce the nature-based program to the community.
Hi, my name is Harley! I’m so excited to be starting at Little Forest School! I’m currently going to school to become a social worker. With 10 years of babysitting all the kids in my huge family and becoming a mom myself, I just love kids! When I’m not working, my family and I enjoy going on walks and adventures outside!
My name is Alicia. I have a two-year-old daughter named Amelia. I love traveling around the US, hiking and of course, shopping! I plan on becoming an early childhood teacher that specializes in learning disabilities. My daughter is the reason behind my love for children! She made me realize how important it is to have a good caregiver and how big a little’s personality can be!
Hi, I’m Dawn Holt and I’m excited to be a part of Little Forest School. Early childhood education has been my passion for almost 40 years. My career in early childhood education includes being a Head Start teacher, licensed in-home childcare provider, lead childcare teacher, and childcare director. I officially retired in 2019 but returned in 2023 to assist the local childcare center and help establish Little Forest School. As a current Little Forest School board member and substitute teacher, I am happy to continue to be involved in the care and education of young children.
My husband, our two daughters, and I moved to Manitowish Waters 30 years ago. Living in the northwoods has offered me the opportunities to do many of the things I like; kayaking, canoeing, hiking, gardening and watching the birds and wildlife that visit our yard and lake.
Hi, I’m Julie! I have been a teacher and/or involved with education in some way for over 30 years. I graduated from the University of Northern Colorado with a BA in History and minor in Elementary Education. I am passionate about health and wellness. I am excited about the future of Little Forest School!
Board of Directors
Mike McKeon
Board Chair
mike@littleforestschool.net
Sam Wolter
Vice Chair
sam@littleforestschool.net
Kelli Straubel
Secretary
kelli@littleforestschool.net
Jamie Van
Treasurer
jamie@littleforestschool.net
Dawn Holt
Director
dawn@littleforestschool.net