About Us
To build a community where children are inspired to learn, lead and contribute to a more peaceful and productive world.
Our Vision
Create “Help me to do it myself” children!
We firmly believe that children benefit from the opportunity to engage in meaningful work on their own. We emphasize the importance of adults refraining from taking over tasks that children can accomplish themselves.
Our Mission
Natalija Ulemek
Founder
Natalija started Solstice Montessori because she wanted something calmer and more personal for young children — but also something truly meaningful. Having seen how many daycares that feel crowded, loud, and unstructured, and she knew early education could be so much more than that.
Her vision was to build a school that feels like a home -warm, quiet, and thoughtfully structured — but also one that treats early childhood as the important foundation it is. At Solstice, everything is designed around the child: small classrooms, intentional routines, and a Montessori approach that respects how children actually learn and grow.
Meet Us
Lynne Anselmo
Director and Founding Teacher
With over 34 years of experience as a Montessori educator, Lynne Anselmo is deeply committed to nurturing strong foundations for children ages 3–6. She believes the early years are transformative and finds great joy in creating calm, inspiring environments where children are respected, supported, and encouraged to grow with confidence and independence. For Lynne, Montessori is more than a teaching approach—it is a philosophy rooted in trust, care, and a deep respect for each child’s natural development.
Montessori is also a way of life for Lynne. As the mother of three daughters who were raised in Montessori environments, she has seen firsthand how independence, perseverance, and curiosity take shape over time. She is passionate about giving back, supporting local women and children, and building strong community ties. Lynne feels honored to guide young children and partner with families, remaining inspired each day by the work she loves.
Laura Holland
Founding Teacher
Laura Holland is a Montessori certified educator passionate about fostering lifelong learning in young children since 2019. She holds a B.A. in Psychology with a concentration in Elementary Education from Regis College and pursued her Montessori Early Childhood Credential through Kingsley School. Committed to creating nurturing and engaging classrooms, Laura empowers children to explore, develop independence, and become confident learners. Her experience includes roles as substitute, assistant, and lead teacher.
