Board of Directors
Waypoint is a not-for-profit educational institution governed by a Board of Directors. The Board’s responsibilities are to safeguard the School’s mission and serve as legal fiduciaries; to set policy; to develop a shared vision and plan strategically; and to assure the overall financial stability of the school.
In accordance with the school’s bylaws, the Board is made up of five to eight members serving 3-year terms. The Board strives to be a diverse group of people including Waypoint parents, Alumni, and community members – all of whom donate their time and efforts without compensation.
The Board of Directors meets once a month with the Head of School and Financial Director. The Board entrusts all the daily operations of the school to the Head of School.
If you are interested in serving on the Board of Directors or learning more about the work of the Board of Directors or its committees please email us at: board@waypointmontessori.org.
The Board of Directors is always accepting and reviewing applications for current and upcoming vacancies. Complete the application here: https://forms.gle/XQn3giQ4iZ1VDEzP8
Alexei Holstein
President
Alexei and his wife, Jacqueline, have been committed to Montessori education since their sons were infants. After relocating from Chicago to Dallas, they continued seeking an authentic AMI school with a strong Elementary path where their boys could remain in Montessori beyond the Primary years. That search ultimately led them to Waypoint, where the purpose-built campus, deep Montessori foundation, and focus on the full development of the child made a lasting impression. Both of their sons are part of
Waypoint's Elementary program.
Professionally, Alexei brings more than 20 years of experience leading complex enterprise infrastructure initiatives across engineering, construction, and technology environments. His work has centered on aligning stakeholders, building durable partnerships, and helping organizations move from long-term strategy to practical execution, experience he brings to board governance, planning, and school stewardship.
As Board President, Alexei is focused on thoughtful governance, constructive partnership with school leadership, and strengthening board committee engagement in support of Waypoint's mission. He believes a strong school community is built through trust, clear communication, and meaningful family engagement, and is grateful to serve alongside the board, staff, and families who care deeply about Waypoint's future.
Board member since September 2024.
Kerrie Bell
Vice-President
Kerrie Bell earned her degree in Child Psychology from the University of Texas at Arlington. She brings over 28 years of professional experience in specialized education and behavioral intervention, including roles as an Autism Specialist, Dyslexia Teacher, and currently as a Homebound Teacher for HEB ISD.
Kerrie is married to John Bell, an engineer at Lockheed Martin, and together they have a daughter, Joanna. Her connection to Waypoint Montessori began two years ago when Joanna joined the community. Since then, she has grown from a supportive parent into an active contributor, guided by a deep respect for the Montessori method and its emphasis on independence, curiosity, and whole-child development. She understands the needs of families and staff and is committed to supporting thoughtful growth, strong communication, and mission-driven decision-making at Waypoint Montessori.
Board member since September 2026.
Tom Hunt
Treasurer
Tom Hunt is an accomplished finance executive and dedicated community volunteer with over three decades of leadership experience. Throughout his 30-year aerospace career, he drove financial strategy and operational excellence across multiple director-level roles, including leading program finance budgets, managing contract pricing strategies in estimating, overseeing corporate accounting compliance, and directing cross-functional administrative operations.
Parallel to his corporate career, Tom has spent more than twelve years providing critical financial oversight to educational and youth development non-profits, serving six years as treasurer for the Barbara Gordon Montessori School and another six years as treasurer for a student tutoring charity.
A deeply engaged resident of the Grapevine area, he actively leverages his personal mobility to support local infrastructure and vulnerable populations, having spent three years delivering for Meals on Wheels, three years as a volunteer driver for GRACE (Grapevine Relief and Community Exchange), and one year providing community transportation as a Lyft driver.
Board member since 2026.
Ana Greenberg
Secretary
Ana Greenberg is a past Waypoint Montessori parent whose children came up through the school's programs. She joined the board during a period of transition and has remained a committed and steady presence ever since. Ana serves as Secretary of the Board of Directors.
Board member since 2023.
Victoria Ramirez Bravo
At-Large
Victoria Ramirez Bravo is married to Rick Ramirez and together they have Camila who attends Waypoint Montessori in Mrs. Ka’s class and another baby girl that is on the way. Victoria is a Certified Public Accountant and holds a B.B.A. in Accounting & Finance. She spent 10 years working in the public accounting sector with PwC and EY prior to joining TPG, a publicly held global alternative asset firm, a position that she’s held for the last 5 years.
Board member since September 2023.
Janie Stach
At-Large
Janie Stach is an educator with twenty five years experience as a middle school teacher, instructional coach, and district administrator. Specializing in instructional technology, she holds a degree in management information systems from Baylor University and a graduate degree in curriculum & instruction from The University of Texas. Janie lives in Grapevine with her husband, Philip, a business owner. They have two children, Simon and Elliot, who benefited from a Waypoint Montessori education from 2011-2019. Simon is now in college at Colorado School of Mines and Elliot attends Grapevine High School.
Board member since September 2024.
David George
At-Large
David George is a past Waypoint Montessori parent with a long and personal connection to the school. His family came up through the Waypoint programs and the experience left a lasting impression. He returned to serve on the board out of genuine dedication to the school's mission and its future.
Board member since September 2026.
Jume Phelps
At-Large
Jume Phelps is a past Waypoint Montessori parent whose connection to the school and its mission has never faded. She joined the board because of her belief in the Montessori approach and her commitment to the community that shaped her family.
Board member since September 2026.
