EDUCATION TEAM
School Administration
Meghan Coyle
Director of School
Email: mcoyle@highhopesforkids.org
Phone: 615-550-1447
Meghan received her Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education and Special Education and a Master of Science degree in Reading Education from Marywood University in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Meghan joined the High Hopes team in November 2022 after 10 years of professional experience working as an elementary special education teacher in Williamson County Schools. She holds numerous certifications in NY, PA and TN in Reading Literacy, Childhood Education, Elementary Education and Special Education from newborn to 21 years of age. Meghan served as the Special Education Team Lead and Department Chair for her elementary school for 4 years. In this role she managed interventions and services for students, teachers, and support staff. She has served as a New Teacher Mentor as well as a Student Teacher Mentor at her elementary school. She was awarded the Teacher of the Year for her elementary school in 2021-2022. Meghan has extensive experience working with children requiring various levels of support She enjoys collaborating with the interdisciplinary team and has led parents, administrators, therapists, and support staff to develop the best educational plan to support the needs of each child and family. Meghan passionately advocates for everyone, securing the appropriate levels of support, while focusing on individual strengths to ensure that each child thrives and experiences success in reaching their potential.
Kelsey Montag
Assistant Director of School
Email: kmontag@highhopesforkids.org
Phone: 615-550-1444
Kelsey Montag joined High Hopes in August 2024, bringing a deep passion for learning at all ages! She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and a Master’s in Educational Leadership, both from Colorado Christian University. Kelsey is a licensed educator in both Colorado and Tennessee, holding professional teaching and principal licenses in each state. With a diverse background in education, Kelsey has taught both primary and intermediate grades across various school settings, including public, private, and charter schools. Her career spans both Colorado and Tennessee, and most recently, Kelsey taught in Williamson County Schools. Kelsey’s passion lies in supporting teachers and serving as an instructional leader. Her dedication to enhancing educational practices and guiding fellow educators underscores her role at High Hopes, where she works to lead with enthusiasm and expertise. In addition, Kelsey is driven by a commitment to differentiation, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to learn and succeed.
Taylor Robinson
School Office Manager
Email: trobinson@highhopesforkids.org
Taylor is a Registered Nurse; she received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Auburn University in 2015. She has worked in a variety of settings in Nashville including in Adult Medical Intensive Care Units and Pediatrician offices.
Lindsay Mittura
School Nurse
Email: lmittura@highhopesforkids.org
Originally from Indiana, Lindsay currently lives in west Nashville with her husband, Paul, and toddler fraternal twins, Mia and Jude. Lindsay holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Middle Tennessee State University. She has been a nurse for 10 years with experience in Emergency Medicine and Surgical Services. When she is not chasing her twins around, she enjoys songwriting, running, and being outdoors.
Classroom Teachers
Renne Ahonen
Thalia Carlson
Lauren Gaynor
Tammy Hollis
Gaby Marange
Abby Porter
Jordyn Rosenblum
Kalyn Strunce
Emily Atkinson
Madyson Ellard
Katie Holluck
Amanda Jenkins
Leah Mungia
Madilyn Risley
Christa Scherr
Beatriz Urroz
Michelle Brandt
Morgan Gambrell
KeLeigh Goetz
Stephanie Kozma
Kenna Otero
Kristen Robertson
Bowen Stone
Jessica Washburn