Rebecca brings a lifelong passion for education and a unique perspective to her role as Lead Teacher at Seed School. She holds a bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Studies with a minor in Early Childhood Education, and brings years of hands-on experience both inside and outside traditional classrooms. Before joining Seed School, Rebecca homeschooled her own children for seven years, drawing on her own background as a lifelong homeschooler—an experience that fostered her deep appreciation for individualized learning and a flexible, student-centered approach to teaching. Her time at Seed School last year further enriched her commitment to nurturing young minds. Outside the classroom, Rebecca enjoys hiking, camping, cooking, natural medicine, and writing poetry and stories. She brings creativity, curiosity, and joy to everything she does, and is deeply inspired by the opportunity to help shape the next generation of leaders—believing every child deserves to feel seen, supported, and empowered to grow.

With 12 years of elementary teaching experience, Jessica brings a deep passion for literacy and student engagement to Seed School. She began her career teaching third grade before transitioning to second grade, where she has spent the last decade honing her craft. For the past eight years, she has specialized in the English side of a Spanish Dual Language Immersion program, teaching English Language Arts to 60 students daily and reinforcing math and science concepts taught in Spanish.

Crystal Mikhail brings a radiant spirit and a rich background in education to her role as the 2nd and 3rd grade teacher at the Bear River Seed School. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Special Education and began her career working in a post-high school program supporting adults with severe disabilities—a role that deepened her compassion and honed her ability to connect with students of all abilities.

Amber Wood, a lifelong Alaskan, grew up in Palmer where she developed a deep love for the outdoors through camping, hunting, fishing, and sports. A four-sport letter winner in high school, she went on to play collegiate soccer at Mesa College in Arizona before transferring to Southern Utah University to compete at the Division I level and earn her Bachelor’s degree in Education with a coaching emphasis. After graduation, Amber returned to Alaska to teach in the same schools she once attended, spending ten fulfilling years in the classroom. In 2014, a visit to Bear River City led her to meet her husband, Nathan Wood, and they now live in Honeyville with their two children, Bodie and Madison. The family shares a passion for the outdoors, spending their free time hunting, camping, and fly fishing the South Fork of the Snake River with their dog, Scout. Whether in the classroom or out in nature, Amber brings energy, joy, and a strong sense of purpose to everything she does.

Jami Theurer has spent over twenty years nurturing young minds in preschool, kindergarten, and first grade—and she still loves every minute of it. With a passion for helping children discover the joy of learning, Jami brings energy, creativity, and a touch of magic to her classroom every day. Her teaching style embraces the adventure and occasional chaos that come with early childhood education, making each day a meaningful experience.

Stephanie recently relocated to Honeyville to embrace a dream she didn’t even know she had—becoming a small-town girl. She brings with her over two decades of Spanish language training, including 10 years of experience in the education field and 5 years specifically dedicated to teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) to multilingual learners.

Jami Godfrey brings over a decade of experience in academic support, administration, and customer service. Known for her warm, dependable nature and strong organizational skills, she is passionate about creating positive, supportive environments where students and staff can thrive. Jami loves helping students feel seen, valued, and empowered to reach their goals. Outside of school, Jami enjoys life on a hobby farm with her husband. She’s a proud mom to four daughters and a joyful Mimi to one sweet grandson. She finds happiness in the outdoors—gardening, hiking, camping, and paddleboarding—and cherishes any chance to spend time with her family. Jami is excited to be part of Seed School, where she can continue making a meaningful difference through connection, care, and kindness.