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Administration Team

We have the most amazing staff!! Learn more about each of them below.  

Maddi Jones

Seed School Director

Maddi is one of the visionary co-founders of Seed School and is thrilled to welcome you to this inspiring community. A proud mom of four, Maddi is deeply passionate about creativity, mindfulness, delicious food, and intentionally creating a life she and her family love.

She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Dance alongside fellow co-founder Shalese, and together they opened a dance studio—where the first seeds of Seed School were planted. What began as a dream quickly blossomed into one of the greatest blessings of their lives.

In addition to her background in the arts, Maddi holds certifications in life coaching, sound therapy, color therapy, and inner child healing. She brings this unique blend of experience into her work with both children and adults, helping individuals discover and embrace who they truly are. Seed School was built to be the perfect space for that kind of growth and discovery.

To learn more about Maddi’s journey and the story behind Seed School, be sure to explore more right here on our website!



Shalese Kapp

Seed School Director

Shalese Kapp is a passionate educator, proud mom of three boys, and co-creator of Seed School. She and her family live on a small farm where they enjoy all things outdoors—gardening, traveling, and sharing delicious food together.

Shalese earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education from Weber State University in 2012. She began her career teaching English and Dance at Ogden High School, where she taught for three years before stepping away from traditional academics to focus on raising her young children. Over the past decade, Shalese has continued teaching in the world of dance, building strong connections with her students and a deep love for the dance community.

Her passion for education, creativity, and connection led her to co-found Seed School—a dream that has since become a meaningful reality. To learn more about her journey and the story behind Seed School, check out the full story right here on our website.

Alicia Noorda

Seed School Financial Manager/ Music Teacher

Alicia Noorda brings a unique blend of financial expertise and musical passion to her roles at Seed School. As Finance Manager, she ensures smooth financial operations with a keen eye for detail and a love of organization. In addition, Alicia shares her lifelong love of music as the music instructor at the Bear River Seed School, inspiring students’ musical growth, creativity, and appreciation. She is dedicated to helping students find joy in making music and mastering music skills.
Alicia holds degrees in Piano Pedagogy and Office Support Systems from Utah State University. She began studying piano at the age of nine and continued through college, developing a deep understanding of both performance and teaching. For over 20 years, she has managed a successful private music studio and overseen the operations of her husband’s self-employed insurance business.
An avid reader and a natural organizer, Alicia is passionate about creating environments where learning and creativity thrive. Her dual expertise in finance and music makes her a valued member of both the administrative and educational teams.

Alison Johnson

Seed School Operations Manager

Alison was led to being involved in Seed School by her strong belief that kids who love learning will be successful throughout their lives. She has experience in operations management from a range of industries including finance, healthcare, and higher education. Alison has undergraduate and graduate degrees in Accounting from Utah State University, and although she really loves organizing processes and auditing procedures, she’d rather be playing racquetball, paddleboarding, baking, and studying bugs and birds in the marsh with her son.

Morgan Cole

Seed School Mentor

Morgan and her husband are the proud parents of three adventurous boys, and together they enjoy exploring the world around them through shared family adventures. Morgan is excited to contribute to the vibrant learning community at Seed School and looks forward to the journey ahead. At Seed School, Morgan is dedicated to fostering strong collaboration between parents, teachers, and students to create a seamless connection between home and classroom learning. She is passionate about enhancing academic success through clear communication strategies that keep families informed and engaged. In addition, she will play a key role in supporting the team by helping identify essential learning targets and tracking student progress to ensure a meaningful, continuous educational experience.

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