About Me: My family is relatively new to Alabama. We moved from Colorado to Huntsville a little over 2 years ago. This is my second year on the PTA board and I am honored to serve as president the upcoming school year. I have two daughters at MSE, Joslin is going into 2nd grade and Anna is starting Kindergarten. We are grateful to have landed in such a wonderful part of Huntsville.

Why I love MSE: I love how kind the students are to one another. It truly is noticeable. Whether at school or at a Spirit Night or out in the community, I have always found the Monte Sano students to take good care of one another. What a gift!

Fun Facts: 1) I was born and raised in New Hampshire, the granite state 2) I sailed to South America in high school 3) I cannot wink (no matter how hard I try!!)

About Me: My family moved onto the mountain last summer after we decided to stay long term in Huntsville. We are so happy to have joined this community! We have 2 daughters, Ada and Iris, who will be in 4th grade and pre-k respectively. This is my first year on the PTA board and I am looking forward to being more involved with the school!

Why I love MSE: The compassion, commitment and understanding the administration and teachers show the students on a daily basis is unmatched. The community also comes together in a way that I haven’t seen elsewhere! We were welcomed into the MSE family so warmly and swiftly last year that it made the move to a new school a seamless transition.

Fun Facts: 1) I have spent most of my life moving, having moved 21 times! I was born in Seattle, but grew up in Frankfurt, Germany. I’ve lived in 4 countries. Aside from Frankfurt, this is the first time I am planting roots somewhere! 2) In addition to English, I at one point spoke German and Spanish fluently and Italian conversationally (most are quite rusty, but still floating around my brain!) 3) I love to cook and bake. My kitchen is an endless stream of (somewhat controlled) chaos! If you need an ingredient or a random kitchen utensil, chances are I have it!

About Me: Hi, I am Abigail Grace. I am a happy stay at home bonus mom to two wonderful boys. My youngest kiddo, Charlie, will be in the fifth grade this school year. My oldest kiddo, Matthew, will be a junior at HHS this year. My family is from Lynchburg, TN and I moved here about 4 1/2 years ago after meeting the love of my life, Tom. I am so excited to be apart of Monte Sano’s PTA.

Why I love MSE: Everyone is so welcoming and supportive. Everything truly is cooler on the mountain! :)

Fun Fact: I am currently working on my private pilot’s license.

About Me: I was born and raised in Huntsville and this will be my first year on the PTA board. I have 2 boys at MSE - Forest, 8 and Ollie, 5.

Why I love MSE: The community is the absolute best—I love showing up at the school and seeing so many friends, neighbors, staff, and kids that I adore.

Fun Facts: 1) My mom attended MSE and I attended MSE for a brief period in Kindergarten. 2) I love to hike at the Land Trust and State Park. 3) Art and design bring me joy!

About Me: A Huntsville native married to Bo Ryals (also a Huntsville native) for 15 years. I'm a small business owner, foodie, and travel addict, raising two boys in 6th and 2nd grade. I thrive on creating community through events, whether a family dinner or a 3,000-person festival — hosting is my love language!

Why I love MSE:  The small, close-knit environment and its amazing teachers who inspire and nurture our kids every day!

Fun Facts: My family once took an unforgettable trip around the world, making memories with my boys in new cultures.

About Me: This is my first year on the PTA Board. I have a daughter, Abby ,in 5th grade and a son, Peter, in 1st grade. I am originally from NYC and the Finger Lakes region of New York State.

Why I love MSE: I love the academic excellence at MSE and all of the amazing families who attend here and invest into the school community.

Fun Facts: 1. We have 6 chickens and a 100 lb lab named Charlie 2. We attend Central Presbyterian Church in downtown.

About Me: I am excited to continue serving on the MSE PTA Board. I have two boys- one in 5th grade at MSE and one entering his sophomore year at Huntsville High. I have served on the PTA for over 5 years and this is my 23rd year as an educator.

Why I love MSE: The heart of the school is its people- our amazing teachers, staff, and families make it a truly special place to grow and learn.

Fun Facts: 1) Roll Tide Roll- I love Alabama Football 2) I’m a huge fan of any and every sport my sons play 3) I taught at MSE for 7 years

About Me: This is my first year on the PTA Board. I have a daughter in 1st grade and a son in kindergarten. They also have an older brother and sister. I am a nurse anesthetist.

Why I love MSE: I am so excited about getting more involved this year, and I love the family feeling I get when we are at MSE.

Fun Facts: 1) I have a dog named Bonnie and a cat named Clyde 2) I love spending time at the beach!

About Me: Anna and her husband, Bruce, live on Monte Sano Mountain with their children, Mila (3rd grade), Sophia (1st grade), and Bruce (PreK), and their two cats, Pepe and Tony.  In her free time, Anna enjoys spending time with her children and hanging out with friends. 

Why I love MSE: She loves that MSE is a small school nestled in the Huntsville city limits and believes it allows the students to excel and grow.  Anna is looking forward to contributing to MSE by being the PTA Treasurer for the 2025/2026 school year. 

About Me: I am looking forward to serving my first year on the PTA Board. We have three boys, Henry (9), Ari (5) and Meyer (2). We have lived on the mountain since 2020. am born and bred a Jersey girl, but the South truly has become home!

Why I love MSE: MSE is so unique from the family feel and care from all the faculty and staff to the sweet wooden door signs. Our family has loved being part of this community!

Fun Facts: 1) I like overly ambitious cooking and entertaining projects 2) I love reading (fluff over substance) 3) I love flower arrangements and sunrise workouts

About Me: I am originally from the suburbs of Chicago. I studied biology and now work for a cell and gene therapy company as a project manager. I have Gus (5th grade) and Carlos (3rd grade) at MSE. This is my first year on the board.

Why I love MSE: My favorite thing about Monte Sano Elementary is the close-knit community feel of the school. I really enjoy the partnership between the administration, teachers, and parents.

Fun Facts: 1) I worked as a Park Ranger during college at Grand Teton National Park- It’s my favorite! 2) I’m a big fan of my alma mater- the University of Illinois 3) I attended the Citrus Bowl and March Madness in 2024!

About Me: I am excited to be a part of the MSE Board again this year! I have 3 girls and have been at MSE since 2017. Janie is in 7th grade at HJHS, Annie B is going to be in 4th and Rebecca will be in 2nd grade. I have served on the Board as President Elect, President and Parliamentarian.

Why I love MSE: My favorite thing about MSE is that it’s more than a school; it’s a community where everyone cares about one another! (Oh, and we’re the BEST!)

Fun Facts: 1) This is my 21st year teaching: majority of those years have been in HCS 2) My husband and I are both HHS & University of Alabama graduates 3) I love to travel!