Administration
Naomi Kraus
Head of School
Naomi Kraus is thrilled to join La Crescent Montessori & STEM School as the new Head of School. She comes to LMSS from Waterloo, Iowa, where she served as the Fine Arts Instructional Coach for the Waterloo Community School District. Her career in education spans more than two decades, including teaching middle school Career and Technical Education and 18 years of band and general music instruction in both public and Catholic schools.
Naomi earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education from Brigham Young University, followed by a Master’s Degree in Music Education from Sam Houston State University and a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Northern Iowa. Stepping into her first building leadership role, she is eager to collaborate with students, staff, and families to continue LMSS’s commitment to high quality Montessori and STEM education.
When she’s not at school, Naomi can often be found at the gym lifting weights, practicing yoga, enjoying a good movie, or spending time with her husband and two adult children. Now settled in La Crescent, her family is excited to become part of the community and call this beautiful area home.
TAMMY STREMCHA
Director of Operations
Tammy began working at LMSS in 2012 as the Director of Financial Operations. Her position has morphed into what it is today, and she officially accepted the position of Director of Operations in 2017. She enjoys helping to ensure the success of the students and school through her work in the office.
Tammy was born and raised in the area, graduating from ISD300 many years ago. High school was a favorite time in her life, until, of course, she met her husband, Jason. They married in 2006 and have one son together. His name is Hunter, and he attends La Crescent Montessori & STEM School.
In her spare time, she enjoy reading and watching movies. In addition, she is an avid supporter of community involvement and volunteerism. Currently, her volunteer passion is focused on Applefest here in La Crescent. She also sits on the Board of Directors for the La Crescent Chamber of Commerce and Tourism. Tammy loves that LMSS encourages the students to look beyond themselves to positively impact the world around them through kindness, education and volunteerism.