Faculty & Staff Directory

What would people be surprised to learn about you?
I am a committed vegetarian cook. I can make a mean meatless taco.

If you were a superhero, what powers would you have and why?
I would want to be able to transform into any animal in a moment’s notice. My default avatars would be a Capuchin monkey, a Narwhal, and one of those baby goats that plays dead to confuse predators.

What is one thing you've learned from students?
I have learned from my students, through their example, that learning can be a great deal of fun. There’s nothing better than having a classroom full of students who are genuinely excited to hear the lesson and contribute to the conversation.

What did you want to be growing up?
I wanted to be like Jacques Cousteau - not just a marine biologist but a pioneer for environmentalism and exploration! ... Plus he had a cool hat.

What draws you to working with students?
Teaching a foreign language to students is the most rewarding thing in the world to me. Language is the vehicle that we use to communicate our humanity, and every time a person learns a new language, they open the world up ten fold for themselves.

What is one thing you enjoy about CSS and why?
The academic environment that has been fostered through years of innovative educators refining the scholastic process at CSS has made for an exceptionally motivated student body. The relationship between teachers who are passionate about their field and students who find fun in learning is something that cannot be understated.

What is your favorite spot in the world and why?
It’s a tie - I love Paris, France, and Akumal, Mexico. Two opposite ends of the spectrum that represent uniquely vibrant and timeless cultures.

What would people be surprised to learn about you?
I'm so adventurous that I once took myself on a solo Euro trip: 5 countries, 2 weeks, and enough stories to last a lifetime.

If you were a superhero, what powers would you have?
Teletransportation to go anywhere in the world.

What is one thing you've learned from students?
There is always something new to learn

What did you want to be growing up?
A teacher. I always knew it!

What draws you to working with students?
I love inspiring curiosity and seeing students grow in confidence as they learn.

What is one thing you enjoy about CSS?
The hands-on methodology makes everything meaningful and fun!

What is your favorite spot in the world?
Medellín, Colombia, my hometown. Nowhere in the world is it as warm and joyful!

If you were a superhero, what powers would you have? I would want my superpower to be the ability to move things with my mind.

What is one thing you enjoy about CSS? One thing I enjoy about CSS is I get to spend my day with the best kids on the planet. They brighten my day with their enthusiasm, energy, joy, and giggles.

What draws you to working with children? I am drawn to working with kids because it’s always an adventure. Every day brings new rewards and new challenges. The kids are excited to take on the day, and it’s contagious. (And they don’t think my dinosaur obsession is weird.)

What would people be surprised to learn about you?
I'm a beekeeper. My girls and I refurbished a hive during COVID and now our colony of bees has been thriving for three years.

What is your favorite spot in the world and why?
The international arrivals terminal at Charles de Gaulle Airport. There is no greater confluence of human happiness in the world.

Bronwyn Holman, a native of the Pacific Northwest, grew up in a family of educators on a small island near Seattle, Washington. Immersed in academic environments, she developed an early love for learning and discovery that continues to shape her career.

She holds an undergraduate degree in Music Therapy with a minor in Psychology, as well as a Master’s in Education. Her specialized training includes certifications in Early Childhood Education and Early Intervention, reflecting her commitment to supporting young learners and their developmental needs.

With more than three decades of experience, Bronwyn has built a distinguished career in early childhood education. She began as a Child Development Specialist at the University of Oregon, where she founded MiniMusician, a school integrating the Music Together curriculum with her background in music therapy and child development.

At the University of Michigan, she served as a music therapist in an Autism Intensive program, while also pursuing advanced training in the Montessori method. This work led her to administrative leadership at a Montessori preschool, where she combined therapeutic, developmental, and educational approaches to early learning.

In 2012, Bronwyn relocated to Colorado with her family and, in 2017, joined The Colorado Springs School. She now serves as Director of the Early Childhood Education Division, bringing enthusiasm, creativity, and deep expertise to her leadership role.

Bronwyn is passionate about designing learning environments that blend whimsy and beauty with discovery-based exploration. She values thoughtfully crafted indoor and outdoor classrooms that nurture curiosity and growth. Equally, she believes in providing educators with strong support, empowering them to bring their unique strengths and personalities into teaching.

Central to her philosophy is a profound respect for young learners and recognition of the pivotal PreK experience as the foundation of their educational journey.

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What would people be surprised to learn about you? I grew up on an island outside Seattle. I am a trained instructor of Infant Massage and Early Childhood Music (using the Music Together Curriculum).

What is one thing you’ve learned from students? I love the honesty, openness, and curiosity of the young learner, and I learn from them every day how to be a better, more empathetic, and authentic human being.

If you were a superhero, what powers would you have? Flying, for sure, and helping people see the good in other people.

What did you want to be growing up? A veterinarian. I love animals!

What draws you to teaching? My love of kids!

What is your favorite spot in the world? I enjoy being on the water, perhaps because I grew up on an island. Pretty much anywhere I can sit and look out over water is where I want to be.

What is one thing you enjoy about CSS? The community! My children have been in all divisions at the school, and I love how the interactions between age groups encourage a strong community. I also appreciate that the size of our school makes it so that every child is known on campus, even by folks who are not their current teachers. It creates a sense of safety as children move through the grades.

If you were a superhero, what powers would you have and why?
If I were a superhero, I would have teleportation ability and I would definitely take my students to places where they could have a first-hand experience of the topics we see in class every day.

What is one thing you've learned from students?
One thing I've learned from students is the importance of feedback and recognition, it can truly make a difference in someone's day and life even, no matter how big or small the milestone is.

What did you want to be growing up?
I come from a huge family, so I was always surrounded by kids, older and younger, and I always felt compelled to take the lead or call the shots, and I would always find myself teaching them something. So teaching just came naturally to me.

What draws you to working with students?
Their ability to learn and their immense potential to shape and reshape the world as they see and experience it.

What is one thing you enjoy about CSS and why?
One thing I enjoy about CSS is the passion for teaching my colleagues showcase. They inspire me to raise the bar continuously.

Alfonso brings more than a decade of experience in language teaching. He enjoys using his professional skills as an educator to contribute to students' integral education through the teaching of a second language. He strongly believes in providing opportunities for students to partake in today's interconnected world and culture and in all the positive effects that speaking a second language could have on the way our brains work. Outside of work, he enjoys being active. He loves hiking and mountain biking with family and friends.

Brooke Kelly Rawls’ career in enrollment management is inspired by a genuine passion for supporting students and families in meaningful ways. She began her professional journey with a Bachelor’s Degree in Women’s and Gender Studies from DePaul University, where she developed a teen dating violence prevention curriculum that was adopted by the Chicago Public School system.

Her commitment to making a difference continued as she worked for the Department of Child Services in Indianapolis, serving on the domestic violence unit and later with a nonprofit, providing wraparound support to youth in crisis—experiences that enriched her communication and relationship-building skills.

Brooke has also embraced her creative side by successfully running her own bridal makeup business, where she honed outstanding customer service skills and deepened her love for connecting with people.

In 2015, she and her family made Colorado Springs their home, enrolling their children at The Colorado Springs School. From her very first tour, she was truly captivated by the beautiful campus, warm community, and the school’s unique teaching philosophy. This connection inspired her to actively volunteer, allowing her to gain a profound appreciation for CSS’s rich history and inspiring vision.

Brooke joined CSS in 2021 as the Admissions Associate and was promoted to Director of Enrollment Management in 2023. Her unwavering passion for CSS drives her dedication to growing enrollment and ensuring that every student and family feels valued, welcomed, and an integral part of the vibrant CSS community.

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What would people be surprised to learn about you?
I LOVE rodeos, western heritage, and hope to one day live on a ranch.

If you were a superhero, what powers would you have?
Teleport. I love to travel but HATE flying!

What is one thing you've learned from students?
We can all do hard things.

What did you want to be growing up?
A social worker

What draws you to working with students?
Their curiosity, excitement, and ability to be unapologetically themselves.

What is one thing you enjoy about CSS and why?
CSS feels like home. The people are warm and welcoming, and I am proud to be a part of this community.

What is your favorite spot in the world and why?
Grand Lake—it's beautiful, serene, and a place I visit regularly with my family.