Primary (Grades K-2)
I grew up in Boulder, CO and look forward to exploring a new region of Colorado and the extensive outdoor opportunities Durango has to offer. I enjoy hiking, trail running, biking, camping, photography, and reading. I’ve worked in elementary education throughout the past seven years in both classroom and nature-based outdoor settings while living in CO, CT, and Australia.I am currently pursuing a master’s degree in Early Childhood Education and have a bachelor’s in Psychology with minors in Education and Environmental Studies from Wesleyan University. I am passionate about facilitating holistic child-centered learning, modeling social/emotional skills, and nurturing supportive relationships and community. I'm thrilled to be joining The Juniper School! 
I’ve lived in Colorado for 23 years and moved to Durango two years ago, from Pagosa Springs, with my husband of 28 years. We have two adult daughters, living on opposite coasts. Zoe, a writer in New York, and Hannah, an artist in San Francisco. We have always loved Durango and are excited to call it home. I live a very active lifestyle, and enjoy running, biking, hiking, paddle boarding, skiing and more in this beautiful area. I have a Master’s degree in Elementary Education and this will be my eighth year teaching. I’m delighted to be working with such an amazing group of educators at The Juniper School, and can’t wait to meet the students. As a teacher, I hope to instill confidence and a life-long love of learning.
After floating around Colorado for years and years, I am so excited to be back in a place that has always felt like home and into a school that fosters joy and a love for learning!
I am originally from Centennial, CO. and have been teaching for about 13 years mostly in private and alternative education settings. I carry with me a Bachelors in Elementary Education from Fort Lewis College and a Master of Science degree in Teaching in Learning from Colorado State University. When I’m not in the classroom, I’m with my husband and son (3), doing all things fun and outdoorsy. We also love music, movies, travel and being with friends and family. Connection and relationship are at the heart of education, and I am very much looking forward to working with and getting to know you Juniper community!
My name is Meghan Russo and I am very excited to be working at The Juniper School. I am thrilled about working with you and your child! I can’t wait to see what the year has in store for us.
I am a native of Colorado but just moved to Durango this summer. I attended the University of Northern Colorado where I graduated with a degree in elementary education and a master’s degree in reading. This is my 19h year in education! When I am not at work I enjoy hiking, biking, snowboarding, travel, and anything outdoors!
Teaching has always been a passion of mine. I have a love of learning and I hope to instill this love of learning into my students too! I will be there to help your child flourish and feel successful. I hope to not only give each one an education but also a passion to learn. I believe that communication is very important for a successful year.