GOVERNING BOARD

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.

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. 

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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.

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Jessica Flinn brings a strong background in customer service and a passion for individualized education to her role as an officer on the Promontory School Governing Board. She holds a cosmetology license and has over 15 years of experience working with people in various service roles. Currently, she works as a stylist at Cookie Cutters in Logan, Utah. Jessica served an 18-month mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Philadelphia, where she met her husband, Kurtis. Together, they have three children—Annie, Charles, and Wyatt—and have been part of the Promontory community since Annie began kindergarten in 2022. As a strong supporter of Expeditionary Learning, Jessica is especially passionate about how Promontory supports students who thrive outside of traditional learning methods. She believes every child learns differently, and she loves that the school celebrates those differences. Outside of her work and board service, Jessica enjoys cross-stitching and is currently learning Portuguese.

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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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