Rachael is celebrating her seventh year at Everstone Academy, bringing creativity, strategic vision, and a deep commitment to community-building to her role as Director of Development. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Advertising, Marketing, and Media Design from DePaul University, where she developed the foundation for her expertise in branding, communications, and storytelling.

Throughout her time at Everstone, Rachael has served in a variety of roles, each expanding her leadership and deepening her understanding of the school’s mission. Today, as Director of Development, she leads comprehensive advancement efforts that strengthen relationships and fuel Everstone’s continued growth.

Her work includes planning, implement and overseeing annual giving campaigns, donor stewardship and database management, grant writing, board collaboration, parent partnerships, event planning, branding and communications strategy, website and design projects, and professional development support. She is passionate about building meaningful relationships and creating systems that sustain Everstone’s growth.

This year, Rachael is excited to pursue her CRFE (Certified Fund Raising Executive) and CNP (Certified Nonprofit Professional) certifications to further strengthen her leadership and advance Everstone’s mission.

Rachael is celebrating her seventh year at Everstone Academy, bringing creativity, strategic vision, and a deep commitment to community-building to her role as Director of Development. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Advertising, Marketing, and Media Design from DePaul University, where she developed the foundation for her expertise in branding, communications, and storytelling.

Throughout her time at Everstone, Rachael has served in a variety of roles, each expanding her leadership and deepening her understanding of the school’s mission. Today, as Director of Development, she leads comprehensive advancement efforts that strengthen relationships and fuel Everstone’s continued growth.

Her work includes planning, implement and overseeing annual giving campaigns, donor stewardship and database management, grant writing, board collaboration, parent partnerships, event planning, branding and communications strategy, website and design projects, and professional development support. She is passionate about building meaningful relationships and creating systems that sustain Everstone’s growth.

This year, Rachael is excited to pursue her CRFE (Certified Fund Raising Executive) and CNP (Certified Nonprofit Professional) certifications to further strengthen her leadership and advance Everstone’s mission.

Kirsten Kohlmeyer is the Director of Assistive Technology at Everstone Academy and a consultant for Redwood Literacy, providing intervention and education across school, community-based, and virtual environments. An occupational therapist with extensive experience in physical rehabilitation, assistive technology, and special education, Kirsten is passionate about empowering students and parents with the tools and advocacy skills they need to excel in academic, vocational, and avocational pursuits. She draws on her special education experiences as a parent, service provider, consultant, and advocate when working with educational teams. Kirsten has published in textbooks, blogs, AT publications, and peer-reviewed journals and has presented nationally on various topics. She holds a post-professional Doctorate in Occupational Therapy, an M.S. in Rehabilitation Services Administration, and a B.S. in Occupational Therapy.

My name is Kelsey Dadey, and I have the joy and pleasure of being the new Site Director of Everstone Day School! I have been working with Everstone since 2019, so the pride I feel for our school’s growth is so strong. We’ve come such a long way since then at Everstone Day, and I can’t wait to see where this school year takes us, our students, and their learning.

Everstone is a truly special place, and I am so glad that you are here! The community of students is so close-knit and welcoming, which makes our learning spaces pretty magical and maximizes student learning. I am so excited to continue to build up Everstone ’s best qualities as a community through family collaboration, Everstone Rallies, rigorous and individualized learning, clear expectations, lots of “Joymongers,” and so much more!

Throughout the school year, you can find me welcoming students at arrival, supervising students at recess, supporting student learning, planning school-wide community-building events, and striving to ensure that our Everstone Day community remains warm, welcoming, and supportive of all our learners. My ultimate goal is that each student maximizes their learning while feeling seen, heard, and valued. As celebrations and challenges arise, if you’d like to discuss your child, Everstone Day programming, I am available during office hours and by phone.

Outside of school, my husband, Jorge, and I enjoy playing with our toddler-aged son, Liam, and with our dog, Guinness. Our family will be growing in November with the arrival of our second child, and it is such a joy. We enjoy taking walks, playing at the park, and visiting the library as a family. I also enjoy expressing myself through art, such as watercolor and playing the cello.

I am excited to get to know you and your child, so we can create a classroom community that welcomes all and supports everyone’s hopes and dreams!

Abby brings more than 18 years of experience across education, program design, and organizational leadership. Her work sits at the intersection of instructional excellence, strategic development, and family partnership, with expertise in literacy intervention, data-informed decision-making, program implementation, and cross-functional collaboration.

She began her career in Chicago Public Schools, where she spent a decade building strong classroom communities and deepening her commitment to early literacy and equitable access to high-quality instruction. During this time, she earned her Level 1 Wilson Reading System® certification and became known for translating research-based practices into meaningful student growth.

Abby joined Redwood in 2019 as a literacy interventionist and gradually expanded her role into instructional support and leadership. As Director of Redwood Roots, she oversees program strategy, instructional quality, and team development, partnering closely with interventionists, families, and school collaborators to ensure programming is responsive and results-driven.

Originally from Southern Indiana, Abby remains connected to her family’s farmland while building her life in St. Louis. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, experimenting in the kitchen, and sharing life with her husband and two children.

Grace joined the Everstone Academy team in October of 2025 as the Director of Finance bringing her passion for strategy, systems, and budgets. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Communications from the University of Illinois @ Urbana-Champaign and stumbled into a love of spreadsheets over the first 8 years of her professional career.

Her role at Everstone includes cash flow management and projection, financial strategy and actualization, and serves as the liaison for ISBE-school districts for billing, invoicing, and compliance.

She’s excited about building Everstone Academy into an organization that runs smoothly from a financial and operational perspective so leaders, educators, and students can focus on their roles free of snafus or hiccups.

When not working, you can find Grace on the rock climbing wall, running, reading, and spending time with her family and friends.

Rachael is celebrating her seventh year at Everstone Academy, bringing creativity, strategic vision, and a deep commitment to community-building to her role as Director of Development. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Advertising, Marketing, and Media Design from DePaul University, where she developed the foundation for her expertise in branding, communications, and storytelling.

Throughout her time at Everstone, Rachael has served in a variety of roles, each expanding her leadership and deepening her understanding of the school’s mission. Today, as Director of Development, she leads comprehensive advancement efforts that strengthen relationships and fuel Everstone’s continued growth.

Her work includes planning, implement and overseeing annual giving campaigns, donor stewardship and database management, grant writing, board collaboration, parent partnerships, event planning, branding and communications strategy, website and design projects, and professional development support. She is passionate about building meaningful relationships and creating systems that sustain Everstone’s growth.

This year, Rachael is excited to pursue her CRFE (Certified Fund Raising Executive) and CNP (Certified Nonprofit Professional) certifications to further strengthen her leadership and advance Everstone’s mission.

Rebecca Sinclair is the Executive Director of Redwood Schools, bringing a rich background in education and leadership to her role. With a Bachelor’s degree in General and Special Education, a Master’s in School Counseling, and a Master’s in Educational Leadership, Becky combines a deep understanding of student needs with strategic vision. She is dedicated to fostering strengths-based, whole-child, and joy-filled learning environments that maximize student growth and well-being and is honored to lead the dedicated Redwood Schools’ team.

Becky’s passion for education is matched by her commitment to family. She lives with her husband, Andrew, and their three daughters—Evelyn (11), Olivia (8), and Ava (5). Outside of her professional life, Becky enjoys hiking, reading, spending time with her family, and traveling, activities that inspire her creativity and refresh her perspective as an educational leader.