Ms. Maryam is the owner and director of Meadow View Montessori. She holds master’s degrees in Education from both Harvard and Stanford and has dedicated her career to supporting students, families, and educators. Her professional journey has included roles as a classroom teacher, program administrator, and educational researcher, giving her a broad perspective on how children learn and thrive.

As a Montessori school leader, Maryam’s guiding ethos is rooted in love, care, and respect for every child. She believes play is the language of childhood and that curiosity and creativity blossom in nurturing, carefully prepared environments. Inspired by Montessori principles, she is committed to fostering independence, joy in learning, and a strong sense of self in every child at Meadow View Montessori.

Outside of her professional role, Maryam is a devoted mother of two daughters and enjoys bringing the same spirit of discovery and wonder to her family life that she cultivates in the classroom.

Ms. Dorothy first discovered Montessori in the early 1990s as a parent, recognizing in it an educational philosophy that reflected her own values and beliefs about raising children. She went on to become the owner and director of Rocklin Montessori (now Meadow View Montessori) and has since chosen to remain as a lead teacher, continuing the work she loves most—guiding children each day.

Over the years, Dorothy has become a passionate advocate for the Montessori method, finding joy in daily interactions with children, families, and colleagues. She is dedicated to creating classrooms where children feel individually valued, supported, and challenged, while also developing the social and emotional skills that will serve them throughout life.

She holds a Montessori Primary Teaching Certificate from California State University, Hayward Extension, a Site Supervisor Permit from the State of California, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Pre-Law and English from the University of the Pacific.

Ms. Maral is a caring mother and dedicated educator who brings warmth, curiosity, and passion to her work with young children. After earning her bachelor’s degree in Law in 2012, she followed her heart into the field of Human Development, where she discovered her true calling in education. She is currently pursuing studies in Early Childhood Education at Sierra College and plans to continue her academic journey with a master’s degree.

Ms. Maral is deeply committed to fostering meaningful, hands-on learning experiences and believes in creating nurturing environments where every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to grow. She brings her love of travel, cooking, and hiking with her dogs into the classroom, sharing her joy of exploration and discovery with her students each day.