Janna brings a deep love of nature, animals, and experiential learning to her role as Lead Teacher at Plucky Palomino's Farm & Forest School. With a background in early childhood education and music education studies at Central Washington University, she has spent years helping children learn through curiosity, creativity, and meaningful hands-on experiences.

Janna's passion for outdoor education grew from a lifelong

fascination with the natural world and a belief that some of the most valuable learning happens outside the classroom. She is especially excited about creating opportunities for children to build confidence through exploration, develop empathy through animal care, and build a  love of learning through experiences with the natural world.

 
One of Janna's favorite parts of her role is the opportunity to share her enthusiasm for animals, gardening, and the interconnected ecosystems that make farms and forests such rich learning environments. She loves encouraging children to be curious, make their own discoveries, and develop a sense of stewardship for the world around them.

When she's not teaching, Janna enjoys caring for her many reptiles and other pets, tending to her collection of indoor plants, and exploring the valley with her daughter.