My name is Katy McDermott and I have been a nurse for over 15 years and started in School Nursing in 2021. I grew up in Madison, Wisconsin and received my Bachelors of Science in Nursing at the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee.  My prior experience includes labor and delivery and most recently as the LGBTQ+ Veteran Care Coordinator at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System.

I moved to Seattle in 2014 with my husband on our one-year wedding anniversary because we were looking for an adventure. We quickly fell in love with this city and have made it our home with our two young daughters and dog. I am very excited to be a part of your community and look forward to helping your kids stay safe and healthy this year!

(She/Her) Hello! My name is Peyton Neal and I teach 1st grade at Madrona Elementary. I got my Bachelor’s and Master’s from UW (go dawgs!). When I’m not teaching, I love to go outside, play board games, and spend time with my cat and fiancé.

(She/Her/Hers) I have been teaching in Seattle Public schools for over 20 years as a classroom teacher, and reading and math interventionist. I am new to Madrona in 2022 and I am excited about working with this energetic and welcoming Panther community!

(She/Her/Hers) I have taught K-5 visual art, drama, and creative movement in Seattle, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. My greatest joy is helping students discover their unique talents and ways to express themselves. My focus is on dismantling barriers to art, so that all students see themselves as artists. I have a B.A. in Art History and a M.Ed. in Arts Integration. When I am not teaching I love gardening, making art, cooking, backpacking, yoga, and traveling with my husband, teenage daughter, and our dog. My favorite thing about teaching at Madrona is the wonderful diverse community of staff, families, and students!

(She/Her/Hers) I’m proud to teach 3rd grade at Madrona! I have a B.A. in Art Education and an M.Ed. in Elementary Education. I teach here because I love the brilliance and creativity of our amazing students. I’m passionate about making learning a joyful and meaningful experience for all.

(She/Her/Hers) This is my third year teaching 1st grade at Madrona. I previously taught kindergarten for four years at Madrona. I love teaching at Madrona because of the amazing, courageous, and unique students, families, and staff that make up our community.

(He/Him/His) Coach Werth has been teaching for nine years and this is his fourth at Madrona. He enjoys practicing martial arts, lifting weights, long runs, and playing with his dog. His mission is to support children in maintaining a love of movement and living a life full of vitality.