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Sarah had a dream to start a school that combined two of her passions: Montessori and Christian education. She started the first Christian Montessori Preschool in Colorado in 2002. Sarah fell in love with the Montessori method of teaching.

 

The individualized curriculum and beautiful hands-on materials felt revolutionary even though they had been around for 100 years. She loved how it allowed you to meet each child right where they were at and take them as far as they could go. Sarah wanted to help make the Bible come alive for children and connect them with the love of their Savior at an early age. In addition to her role as Director, she is also the lead teacher for the Butterfly class.

 

In 2009, Sarah’s sister, Deborah, moved back to Denver from New England to partner with her and take this program to the next level. Deborah has always had a passion for working with children and is so happy to have found what she believes is the best method of teaching. Also the Tadpole class lead teacher, Deborah loves how Montessori shows respect for each child, fosters their individual interests, and nurtures their independence.

Sarah Morse and Deborah Cocchiaro
Owners and Directors

Ms. Jaidyn

After Care Assistant

Hi! I'm Ms. Jaidyn!

I am 17 and a junior at Ralston Valley Highschool. I am one of the after-care teachers. I love to be in the mountains camping with my family and dogs. I also go hunting with my Dad! I love working with kids and seeing them grow and learn. I am frequent flyer at Dutch Bros and Starbucks. You can also find me walking around Target in my free time.

A few of my favorite things:

*Starbucks *Dutch Bros *Target

Ms. Kris

Butterfly Class Assistant Teacher

Hi! I'm Ms. Kris!

I just started at CCM and I am blessed that God brought me to this beautiful school. I have been working in Early Childhood Education for 35 years. I am working in the Butterfly classroom. I have some Montessori experience and training. I have a 3 year old cat named Jericho Ryan. He is my pride and joy. My favorite color is green. I love spending time with God, going camping and going to the movies.

A few of my favorite things:

*Qdoba *Chick Fil A *Amazon

*Starbucks drink of choice- Chai tea or a hot Caramel Apple Cider

Ms. Deborah

Tadpole Class Lead Teacher

Hi! I'm Ms. Deborah!

I will be teaching in the Tadpole Class this year. I am a Colorado native. I moved to New England in 2003 where I met my sweet husband, Matt. I took my training in 2009 in Boston and then we moved back to Colorado so that I could work with my sister, Sarah, here at CCM. I have two wonderful children, Margaret (8) and Matty (11). We love spending time together traveling and exploring new states. My kids love mapping out a road trip and seeing all the beauty around us! When I'm not at CCM, you can find me at the soccer fields or at the dance studio supporting my sweet kids! I love kids and I love teaching them about Jesus.

A few of my favorite things:

*Anything fun with my kids and hubby

*Starbucks drink of choice- Pumpkin Chai with expresso and pumpkin sweet cream or an Iced Peach Green Tea

*Parisi *Fondue *Amazon *Cava *Tokyo Joes

Ms. Sarah

Butterfly Class Lead Teacher

Hi! I'm Ms. Sarah!

I will be teaching in the Butterfly Class this year. I grew up here, in Colorado and I have always enjoyed working with kids. I fell in love with Montessori and took my training in Boulder. I wanted to combine the Montessori Method with Christ- Centered curriculum. I opened up the 1st Christian Montessori in the Denver Metro area 22 years ago. God has given us a great vision and helped us grow from 6 students my first year to 3 classrooms now! Teaching and Directing at the school keeps me pretty busy. When I'm not at CCM, I enjoy spending time with my family. I have 2 kids, Asher (13) and Samantha (16), who both previously attended CCM through 5th grade. Volleyball and Hockey Mom here!  Over the years, I've seen how Christian Montessori makes a difference in the lives of children, but I've been able to really appreciate it in a whole new way as a parent. I praise God for his goodness in this school!

A few of my favorite things:

*Coffee - Tall hot extra hot vanilla latte or a non– coffee choice is the Mint Tea

*Parisi *Tokyo Joes * First Watch  *Ceviche

*Reading  *Christian Music i.e. Newsboys, Toby Mac and Passion

Ms. Jill

Bullfrog Class Lead Teacher

Hi! I'm Ms. Jill!

I’ve been with CCM for 4 years. On May 5th, 2024, I completed my Montessori training. I am excited to be the Bullfrogs teacher this year and for years to come! I am so thankful that God brough me to Colorado all the way from Maine. I had no idea what was in store for me, but it has been greater than I could have ever imagined. A few of my favorite hobbies are painting pottery, singing and playing the guitar, baking and trying new recipes. I love coffee and my Starbucks order is a venti brown sugar oat milk shaken expresso. In the fall, I get the same thing but add 1 pump of pumpkin and 1 pump of white mocha instead of the brown sugar syrup. Sometime I ask for pumpkin cold foam on top! My favorite color is purple. I love cold weather, so I can wear sweatshirts and fuzzy socks and cozy blankets.

A few of my favorite things:

*Starbucks *Worship music *Target

*Olive Garden *The Melting Pot *Cheesecake Factory

Ms. Gia

Tadpole Class Associate Teacher

Hi! I'm Ms. Gia!

This is my first year at CCM and I am working in the Tadpole classroom. I am absolutely loving my time with the Tadpoles and can’t wait to continue to watch them learn and grow. I was born and raised in Colorado, but spent a few years in Wyoming for college. I have two dogs, that are my world! In my free time, you can find me hanging out with my dogs, spending time with my family, or going to sporting events. I also love traying new restaurants, but Mexican food is my favorite.

A few of my favorite things:

*Starbucks Order is Iced Caramel Macchiato

*Home Goods *Target *Amazon

*Chipotle *Cava *Salas

Ms. Zoe

Bullfrogs Class Assistant Teacher

Hi! I'm Ms. Zoe!

I am working in the Bullfrogs class. I have been at CCM over a little over a year and I have been working in child care for four years and really enjoy it! I love getting to make special connections with children everyday. I have lived in Colorado for most of my life and attended a Montessori school for kinder-5th grade. I really liked going to a Montessori school and it’s been a blessing being able to teach in a Montessori classroom. Religion is really big part of my life, so when I found Colorado Christian Montessori, I knew I wanted to work there. I am very blessed to have this opportunity and am very thankful that God brought me to this school. I love to cook, read, scrap book, and spend time with my fiancé. I have one cat, who is super sweet and if I’m not at CCM, I am probably snuggled up with her, reading a book.

A few of my favorite things:

*My kitty cat *Target *Hobby Lobby

*Starbucks drink of choice– Iced Chai

*Chipotle *Texas Roadhouse

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