Faculty

Faculty

Gigi Khalsa, Head of School
Gigi has thirty-five years of experience in early childhood education. She is beginning her 19th year at All Saints’, and has served in many roles including teaching Pre-K, Kindergarten, Music, and Library. This is her sixth year as Head of School. Previously, she taught Transitional Kindergarten, Kindergarten and First grade in public and private schools. Gigi has a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and master’s degree in Education with a special interest in Multicultural Education.

Jamie Fierro, Assistant Head of School
Jamie is starting her 22nd year at All Saints’ and 27th total in early childhood education. Although most of her time in the Day School was as the lead teacher in the Blue Room, she also held roles as the Drama, Cooking and Creative Movement teacher. In addition to her role as the Assistant Head of School, she currently teaches Spanish and co-teaches the Gardening classes with Ms. Gigi. Jamie is a proud advocate for children of all abilities and is passionate about connecting with children and their families to foster a healthy and nurturing environment that is a place of love and learning. She co-owned a registered family home with her sister, and most recently served as an Early Learning Specialist in the Austin community with GAVA and Open Door Preschools.

Brenna Randolph, Red Room Teacher and Librarian
Brenna has been the lead teacher in the Red Room for 8 years. She previously taught toddlers in a Reggio-inspired program, worked as an early childhood parent educator, and as an ABA therapist. Brenna has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Child Development and Family Relationships from the University of Texas. Brenna also serves as our librarian and has a passion for new and diverse children’s literature.

Kelli Hebert, Red Room Assistant
Kelli Hebert earned a degree in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Houston in 2016. Since, she has worked in various church and childcare settings, primarily with children 0-36 months in age. She has a passion for creating a safe, nurturing space for children to learn and grow, and is excited to serve as the Red Room Assistant this year. Kelli has four children of her own (ages 2.5 to 8 years), a dog named Tucker, and recently celebrated 10 years of marriage with her husband, Andrew. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, traveling, and quality coffee.

Robyn Stanley, Blue Room Teacher
Robyn has been working with children for over 30 years doing homeschool, preschool, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and youth education at church. She studied Education at the University of Texas and Austin Community College. This is Robyn’s first year at All Saints’ and she is looking forward to a fun and busy year.

Victoria Trejo, Green Room Assistant
This is Victoria’s 8th year at All Saints’, and she has served in many roles, including Stay and Play and Early Birds teacher, Red and Green Room Assistant Teacher, and after-school Art enrichment teacher. She has also worked at the All Saints’ Church PDO program for 10 years. Victoria is currently getting her bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice.

Kimberly Mendez, Green Room Teacher
Kimberly has worked at All Saints’ for six years. She began in our Stay and Play program. Kimberly moved on to be a Pre-K teaching assistant, Be Fit teacher, Spanish teacher, and Summer Program teacher. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, and a master’s degree in Clinical Social Work.

Sophie Hudson, Green Room Assistant and Creative Movement Teacher
Sophie graduated from University of Colorado, Boulder with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a double minor in creative writing and education. This will be Sophie’s third year as a part of the All Saints family. This year she will be the Green Room assistant as well as the Creative Movement teacher.

Sandrine Neau, Yellow Room Teacher
Sandrine has been teaching young children for five years at both the French Immersion School and Over Yonder Nature School. She has Child Development Associate credential. Prior to teaching, she worked in the culinary field and hospitality management. This is Sandrine’s first year at All Saints’. She brings a passion for helping children learn through art, gardening, and nature experiences.

Vanessa Benavidez, Yellow Room Assistant
This is Ms. Vanessa’s second year working at All Saints’. She has a bachelor’s degree in Political Science. She has three daughters, one who has completed two years of pre-school at All Saints’. She is excited to transition to a full time assistant in the Yellow Room.

Shannon Chandler, Orange Room Teacher
Shannon has eight years of experience teaching Preschool, Pre-K and Kindergarten. She also served as the Head of a Kindergarten department. Shannon has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Master’s degree in Reading Leadership. She wrote her thesis on Language Development in children from birth through age 6. This is Shannon’s fifth year at All Saints’.

Alexis Bocanegra, Orange Room Assistant and Early Birds Teacher
This will be Alexis’ second year at All Saints’. She started working with children on a military installation six years ago. She also does the Early Birds Program as well. Alexis enjoys running and any outdoor activities in her free time.

Mo Kowalik: Music Teacher
Mo has taught at All Saints’ for seventeen years. She has served in many roles including teaching in the threes, Pre-K, TK, and Kindergarten. Mo is our music teacher. She has won an award for her teaching from the Southwestern Association of Episcopal Schools and has presented teacher workshops on her chapel and math curriculum.