GOVERNING BOARD

Michelle Flynn lives in Willard, Utah, with her husband and four children. She's a stay-at-home mom after working in retail management for over 10 years, specializing in operations management and logistics. After moving from San Diego, CA, she and her husband started a construction company, which she now manages from home.

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Michelle has a background in theater and music, having attended a performing arts school growing up. She was a member of a vocal jazz ensemble and show choir for many years and majored in music business management in college.

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For the past five years, Michelle has coached her son's baseball teams for the Willard youth baseball league and volunteered for various local events in the community such as Peach Days, local farmers markets, and fruit stands.

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Michelle loves being immersed in all the community has to offer and believes there's nothing more important than the school our children attend and their futures. Therefore, she volunteers weekly at Promontory School.

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Michelle is looking forward to her role on the governing board and is excited to contribute to the future of Promontory.

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These changes help clarify the sequence of events and highlight Michelle's involvement and dedication to her community and family.

Dorothy Dobson was born and raised in Southern California, feeling like a frustrated country girl in the middle of the city. She moved to Utah to attend Utah State University. After graduation, she taught Special Ed on the Navajo Reservation for two years. Dorothy then taught in Salt Lake City for seven years. When she met her husband, Cody, she returned to Cache Valley and taught at Edith Bowen School on the campus of Utah State University for twenty-two years. When she retired (the first time), she administered a First Amendment Schools grant at Edith Bowen for a year, then worked as a reading aide at Canyon Elementary School for a year before becoming a lecturer at Utah State, teaching undergraduate courses to elementary education majors. After six years at USU, the pull to work with kids again became too strong to ignore. When she heard about Promontory, she was TOTALLY on board with EL Education and was thrilled to be hired as a fifth/sixth-grade teacher. Promontory’s first five years were her last five years as a classroom teacher. When she retired for the second (or maybe third, if you count USU) time, she missed Promontory SOOO much! Still does!

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Dorothy enjoys reading, music, photography, traveling (which she has done a lot of since retiring, as her husband, who was a principal in Cache County School District, retired at the same time), and gardening. She LOVES spending time with her grandkids: R.J. (9), Adeline (6), and Mina (19 months). Unfortunately, they live in Georgia, where their dad (who is married to Dorothy’s daughter, Hannah) is stationed at Fort Benning. Fortunately, being retired means she can visit more often! She is also slightly obsessed with “Hamilton, An American Musical” and has traveled to Las Vegas, Puerto Rico, and Chicago, where she has seen it and gotten to know other raging (and wonderful) Hamilfans. She has seen it six times SO FAR and has tickets for a Broadway performance in January. (Yeah, “slightly” may be an understatement!) Dorothy is working on a book teaching collaboration to upper elementary students using the admirable creative team of “Hamilton” as a role model.

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As Dorothy says, “I miss Promontory daily (although not the drive from Paradise, where I live), so I am excited to be on the Board and hope it brings me to the school often!”

Biography

Emily Morgan is a devoted professional, wife, and mother of two wonderful children—a daughter and a son. As an enthusiastic businesswoman, she relishes the myriad challenges and rewards that come with being an entrepreneur and owning her own businesses.

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Her primary venture is a thriving tumbling and cheer facility, a passion project that brings her immeasurable joy each day she steps foot into the premises. Witnessing the progress, growth, and fulfillment of the children as they achieve their goals is exceptionally gratifying to her.

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During her leisure time, Emily finds solace and tranquility on the shores of the beach. There is nothing quite like the serenity of sitting by the ocean, with her feet buried in the warm sand. It provides the perfect escape from the demands of work and allows her to rejuvenate for future endeavors.

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Overall, Emily's dedication to both her family and professional pursuits serves as a driving force in her life. She is constantly seeking opportunities to excel and make a positive impact in all aspects of her journey.

Stephanie Quintero lives in Perry with her husband, two boys, and two dogs. She grew up in Box Elder County with her parents and younger brother. Her father worked and retired from the Box Elder County Sheriff’s office, and her mother owns her own business. From a young age, she learned the value of hard work, perseverance, and being a part of something greater than herself. In her adolescence, she was involved in Masonic youth organizations and traveled all over the state attending functions, fundraisers, and meetings. She worked her way to holding state officer positions for several years. She was also awarded Youth of the Month and Youth of the Year through the Boys and Girls Club of Utah. After high school, she attended the University of Utah for her general studies education. Later, she transferred to Weber State University, where she graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice and a Minor in Legal Studies.

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Stephanie met her husband during college, and they married in 2012 just before he left to join the United States Army. For the last decade, Stephanie and her family have navigated military life. Despite its ups and downs, including her husband's promotions and deployments, she holds a special place in her heart for her country's love and protection for her family and others. Since 2014, Stephanie has worked for the Box Elder County Attorney's Office, where she is the Paralegal Supervisor and Software Administrator.

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Stephanie and her husband value the importance of a great education, emphasizing more than just academic scores. After researching several schools diligently, they hoped to enroll their son in Promontory School of Expeditionary Learning. After placing their son on the lottery list, they were excited when they received the news that he was selected to begin his education there. Stephanie’s passion for her family continues to grow from the stepping stones she learned in her youth.

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Stephanie looks forward to contributing to Promontory School’s future and growth by fulfilling her role on the governing board for years to come.

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These changes help to clarify the sequence of events and emphasize Stephanie's achievements and dedication to her family and community.

Biography

Biography

Becca Ashby lives in Tremonton with her husband and three boys. Born in California and raised in the Salt Lake Valley, she enjoys small-town life as long as she can visit the city often. She is a jack of many trades and has experience in a variety of different fields, from childcare and early childhood education to health and fitness, small business ownership, or picking up and moving cross-country. She isn’t afraid to take on a challenge.

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Becca is happy to help where she can and always strives to be patient and positive. She loves good food and traveling to new places but is happiest surrounded by her family.

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Becca firmly believes that education is not one size fits all. After many years in the local school district, she started looking for something different that might cater better to her boys and their learning styles. Promontory had always piqued her interest, but it wasn’t until after the COVID shutdown in early spring 2020 that Becca and her family decided to seriously consider other options for the boys' education. Like many families at the time, COVID provided an opportunity to re-evaluate and re-arrange daily life. Promontory became a viable choice for her boys, and today all three of them thrive in the school's atmosphere.

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Currently, Becca works in sales at Tarter Gate in Corinne, UT. After years of being involved in the classroom, she missed being part of the school community. Joining the governing board became the next best thing. She is happy to serve and be part of such a diverse group that cares deeply about the children's success.

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Barbie K. Molgard-Wright is a dedicated advocate for personalized education and family-centered care. Raised in Tooele, Utah, Barbie faced early challenges due to an undiagnosed seizure disorder that affected her own educational experience. This condition taught her that education is not one-size-fits-all, inspiring her commitment to promoting adaptability and individualized support within schools.

With over 25 years of experience as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist, Barbie’s career in sleep medicine has been driven by her desire to help others facing similar struggles. Her experience spans various roles, including working as a contract sleep technician across the U.S., training professionals, and co-authoring Principles of Polysomonography and other essential resources for sleep technologists. In 2012, she founded The SleepBetter Institute in Brigham City, Utah, where she has lived since 2007 to be closer to her family. She has also actively served her community as a board member for Habitat for Humanity and as a member of Women in Business, exemplifying her commitment to local involvement and support.

Barbie’s journey as a mother to two children, has further deepened her advocacy for specialized care in educational settings. When her son was diagnosed with autism at age three, Barbie became a passionate advocate for him, securing resources and training Buzz, his service dog, to ensure his safety. Her proactive approach led her to collaborate with organizations like Shriners to obtain specialized car seats for Tripp, reflecting her resourceful nature. Additionally, she help to found and runs the Boys and Girls Club Adaptive Sports Program, providing inclusive athletic opportunities for children of all abilities.

In 2023, Barbie sold The SleepBetter Institute to focus fully on her family and her son’s evolving needs. Her blend of professional expertise, empathy, and dedication to accessible, adaptive education makes her a powerful asset to Promontory’s governing board, where she continues to advocate for inclusive, personalized learning environments for all students.

Adrianne Murray grew up in the Bay Area, surrounded by the redwood trees. One of her earliest school memories is camping on the beaches with her classmates, learning about the local flora and fauna. These school activities solidified the importance of active learning experiences and led to a lifelong interest in botany, in which she has multiple certificates.

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She always been naturally curious, and uses her spare time volunteering, teaching cooking classes, and refining her crafting skills. Her personal philosophy is everybody has something to teach you. 

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She has raised twelve wonderful children with her amazing husband and has learned a wide variety of lessons. One lesson being that every child is unique; she hopes as she collaborates with the board, she can help cultivate a learning environment where every child can excel.

Her journey with Promontory started in 2012, and since then she has had nine children attend the school. She looks forward to being a resource for every member of the Promontory community and help continue the legacy of quality education.

Riley Riser is a lifelong resident of Box Elder County. He was raised in West Corinne and grew up working for local farmers. Riley served on the Corinne City Youth Council and developed a love for learning about local government and leadership. After the 6th grade, he was homeschooled and developed a strong belief in the potential of alternative options to public education.

The most important things in Riley’s life are his faith and his family. He is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and has been happily married since 2004 to his wife, Sheri Riser. Together, they have three children: Zoey, Stone, and Lincoln.

Riley has been employed by the Box Elder County Sheriff’s Office since 2005 and has held various assignments including corrections deputy, patrol deputy, corrections sergeant, and corrections lieutenant. He currently serves as jail commander and is the secretary for the Utah Jail Commanders in the Utah Sheriff’s Association. Riley also enjoys volunteering as an instructor at the Bridgerland Police Academy in Logan, Utah. He loves staying busy with his church responsibilities, local politics, sports, and most importantly, being a husband and father.

Riley deeply loves our country and believes that the United States of America was founded on unique and God-inspired principles. He emphasizes the importance of political involvement and has served as both a county and state delegate for his political party.

Riley has always been fascinated with the study of human relationships. He is currently a part-time student at Utah State University, pursuing a second career in marriage and family therapy.

Riley believes that the success of The Promontory School of Expeditionary Learning and its students begins at home. He values parent involvement in children’s education highly. As a board trustee, Riley looks forward to supporting the school administration, teachers, staff, and parents as they work together for the success of their children.

Amber Jenks grew up in Layton and Ogden, UT. She attended multiple high schools as the result of family relocations, and her experience attending charter high schools was the most impactful on her love of learning. She married her best friend, Jarom, in 2007. Before deciding to become a stay-at-home mom in 2010, she worked as a Fraud Claims Specialist and part-time Administrative Assistant for Shell Canada and TCH, Inc.

In 2012, Amber’s family decided to make the move to Perry from Davis County. While she had previously said she would never live in a town so small (she clearly doesn’t know small towns), she now loves this area and never wants to leave. Aside from getting to live near family, one of the biggest draws for coming to Perry was the opportunity for their children to be able to attend school close to home at a wonderful K-8 charter school. 

Amber’s own personal educational experience with a charter school education led her to desire a similar experience for her children. The hands-on approach of the Expeditionary Learning model was especially appealing when considering young minds, and children who thrive on exploring and being active. The additional focus on Great Thinkers was another high point. She believes that when we learn from examples in our history, and combine that with our own experiences today, we can build a better tomorrow. 

Amber and Jarom have 5 children: Addilynn (22), Ezra (15), Edison (13), Emerie (11), and Amelia (7). While their oldest daughter went through the traditional school system, the other four children have each attended Promontory School and have truly enjoyed it. Ezra finished Promontory, and this will be Edison’s last year and it’s bittersweet. Promontory encourages a love of learning in a variety of ways. It has something for everyone. :) 

Amber loves Promontory School and is grateful for the opportunity she has been given to serve as the Parents of Promontory! (PoP!) President. She looks forward to working with teachers and staff, fellow board members, and most importantly -the parents-  this year.