Katharine Weekes is a lead teacher for ECC 3, working with 4-5-year-olds. Originally from Massachusetts, Katharine graduated with a BA in History from Hobart and William Smith Colleges in 1990.
She joined Sun Valley Community School in 1994, drawn to the school's culture and traditions, including the dynamic outdoor program, and the Reggio-inspired early childhood center. Of the ECC program, Katharine says, "We see our students as capable and independent thinkers, who are intrinsically motivated to make meaning and connect with their environment through organic play. Our emergent curriculum revolves around the interests of our students. Most importantly, we foster close relationships with our families and create a classroom environment that feels safe and nurturing, where our students push themselves to learn and grow."
When she's not teaching, Katharine loves to ski with her family (husband Jack, Sun Valley Community School class of '85, son John '20, and daughter Lucy '25), and hike with the family dog, Ernie.