staff bios

support staff

Wendy Beltrami, Attendance Secretary (email)

Venita Bush, Business Manager

Teri Renz, Attendance Secretary

Beth Wheeler, Executive Assistant (email)

Educational Background: BA Liberal Studies, Sonoma State University
Professional Clear Multiple Subject Credential, Dominican College, San Rafael
Personal Information: I grew up in Minnesota, then moved to California. I have lived in Monterey, Big Sur and I lived in Mendocino County for over 20 years. I have five grown children and one granddaughter. I love to spend time with my children and my friends. I also love to garden, hike and try cooking new recipes.
Subjects Taught: 7/8 Math, Science, Math Tutorial
Began Teaching at River School: Fall 2007
Taught Before: I started teaching at a small rural middle school in Mendocino County in 1993. There I taught math, science, art and history for 13 years. I moved to Napa in 2006 and taught in Rohnert Park for one year before landing my "dream" position at River School.
What is important to you in education?: Personally I always want to keep learning new things and having new experiences. As an educator, I want to help young people explore who they are and the wonders of the world around them. I want to encourage my students to ask questions, search for answers and believe in themselves and their own abilities.
What Defines the River School to you?: A caring community that nurtures exploration and growth.