5/6 COMMUNITY

Jeni is excited to be teaching 5th grade this upcoming school year. She has been involved with our school in many different ways since it's inception and truly loves Promontory.

She enjoys camping, kayaking, hiking, boating, and being in nature with her husband and three children. She loves warm weather and longs for the way time seems to slow down while in the mountains. 

Jeni enjoys being a world-traveler and learning about the culture and history of places around the world and travels as often as she can. 

When she is not in nature or traveling, she can usually be found reading a book or watching a documentary. Her favorites are about the Revolutionary War.

She is passionate about neuroscience and instilling into her students the importance of having a growth mindset. It is her passion for studying how the mind works that first ignited her love for expeditionary learning.

Jeni enjoys being a lifelong learner. She is currently finishing up a bachelor's degree in Special Education and has received endorsements in teaching English Language Learners and Gifted and Talented students so that she can ensure that every student in her classroom has their individual needs met. 

 Hello! My name is Nichole Harrison, and I am thrilled to be joining the team at Promontory! I am especially excited for the opportunity to teach at an Expeditionary Learning school, where hand-on, inquiry-based learning is key to meaningful learning.  With three years of teaching experience in the Davis and Box Elder school districts, I have had the privilege of working with many wonderful students in 5th grade. I received my Elementary Education degree from Weber State University, and I have my English Language Learner (ELL) endorsement, which has enhanced my ability to support a diverse range of learners in the classroom. I also had the unique experience of helping open an Expeditionary Learning school and was fortunate to attend EL conferences as a founding member. This experience deepened my passion for EL principles.

     In my classroom, I strive to create a positive and engaging environment where students feel excited to learn, explore, and embark on meaningful projects. I believe in fostering a love for learning through real-world connections that encourage students to take ownership of their education and become active, thoughtful members of their communities.

     Outside of the classroom, I cherish spending time with my family. I am blessed with a wonderful husband and eight amazing kids. We enjoy spending our weekends outdoors, exploring the mountains, and embarking on new adventures together. When I have some quiet time, I love to read—especially the magical world of the Harry Potter series!

    I’m truly excited to be part of a school that values exploration, collaboration, and creativity, and I can’t wait to help my students grow not only academically but also as curious, compassionate, and confident individuals.

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Celeste Whipple was born and raised in a small city across the peninsula from Seattle called Port Orchard. Her father’s career with the government brought her to the Mountain West during her high school years. Transitioning from a beautiful rainforest to the incredible mountain range of the Wasatch Front was quite a change, but one that has grown on her.

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Celeste’s hobbies include softball, bowling, hiking, biking, reading, music, and spending time with her loving family. Her husband is a teacher in Ogden, and their children range from kindergarten to 9th grade. They all LOVE soccer and music.

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Celeste is thrilled to have joined the Promontory crew. She appreciates Expeditionary Learning because it encourages students to hold themselves and their peers to high expectations for quality work, commitment to learning, and character.

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One of Celeste's favorite quotes is, "Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better." — Maya Angelou