Executive Director

VANESSA NISBET

Mrs. Nisbet has been with The Rise School since 2011. She has a passion for education and leadership. She has
overseen the growth of the program and believes in the mission of inclusion. Vanessa has a Bachelor of Education
and a Masters in Educational Leadership. When not working she enjoys spending time at the family ranch, playing with her dogs, and kayaking.

Assistant Director

POSITION VACANT 

Coming Soon

Lead Teacher Preschool 1

KRYSTLE GRIMES

Mrs. Grimes has worked as a Rise teacher for five years. Krystle has a Masters in Early Childhood Education and loves the close family feel of The Rise School. She enjoys spending time with family, watching movies, and doing home improvements.

Instructional Assistant Preschool 1

NATALIE WADE

Mrs. Wade previously worked at Rise and in 2016, took time off to stay at home with her son. We are thrilled to have her back on our team. Natalie is working on her Associates in Education and brings lots of experience in the early childhood field. Natalie is creative and loves a challenge!

Instructional Assistant Preschool 1

BRIANNA RODRIGUEZ

Ms. Rodriguez graduated from West Oso High School last year; Shortly after, she joined the Rise team. She aspires   to be a teacher and has learned so much while working at Rise. Brianna loves the saying ‘Be the Light’ and is always shining bright in the classroom!

Lead Teacher Preschool 2

VALERIE SEGOVIA 

Ms. Segovia has worked at Rise for eight years. She holds a Bachelor and Masters of Special Education. Valerie has high expectations for all students and enjoys seeing children reach their full potential. On the weekends she likes to go shopping and fishing.

Instructional Assistant Preschool 2

CRYSTAL RODRIGUEZ

Ms. Rodriguez has worked at Rise for four years. Crystal has an Associates in Early Education. In the classroom she likes to learn each of the student’s personalities and discover what motivates them. On the weekends Crystal likes to
spend time with her children, go shopping, and watch Netflix.

Instructional Assistant Preschool 2

VICKTORIA RAMOS

Ms. Ramos has been with Rise for six months. Victoria is a student currently working towards finishing her Associates degree. She says the best part of working at Rise is seeing the kids reach milestones. When not at work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends.

Lead Teacher Preschool 3

ADA RODRIGUEZ

Mrs. Rodriguez has worked at Rise for eight years. She holds a Bachelor of Social Sciences and brings experience in early childhood education. Ada is passionate about building a strong educational foundation for our students and loves all the hugs! On the weekends she enjoys spending time with her grandson.

Instructional Assistant Preschool 3

JOANNA SOSA

Coming Soon 

Instructional Assistant Preschool 3

VERONICA OLVERA

Ms. Olvera has been with Rise for five years. Veronica has an Associates in Child Development and is currently working towards her Bachelors degree. She likes helping students learn new things and accomplish new skills. Veronica is a Cowboys fan and loves the motto ‘Everyday is a new beginning!’

Lead Teacher Preschool 4

POSITION VACANT

Coming Soon! 

Instructional Assistant Preschool 4

MAKAYLA RAY

Mrs. Ray has been with Rise for seven months and has worked in early childhood education for several years. Makayla is currently working on her Bachelor of Child Development and believes teaching is her calling. When not at work, she enjoys fishing, hunting, and nature walks with her two children and husband.

Instructional Assistant Preschool 4

MONICA CUELLAR

Coming Soon

Lunch Staff & Housekeeping 

LORENA PEREZ

Mrs. Perez has worked at Rise for over four years. Lorena started with the school when
her daughter, Summer was attending. She is a great asset to us and we appreciate her time and dedication to the building. When she is not working, she loves crafting and spending time with her family.