Administrative Team


	Karen Gatten Director of School Operations Karen has more than thirty years of experience in the early childhood education field. She is a mentor and field consultant for the American Montessori Society and is a Certified Montessori Teacher through the National Center for Montessori Education (NCME). Karen is skilled in NAEYC (NAEYC) Accreditation and is actively involved in the efforts of the Houston Area Association for the Education of Young Children (HAAEYC).

	Mary Nambooze Administrative Staff A native of Uganda, Africa, Mary is well-versed in the school administration field. She is the first point of contact for families that enter, visit, and show interest in Rice Children’s Campus. Mary is experienced in facilitating a variety of classroom and staff related functions. She is an integral part in maintaining the daily program activities.

	Crystal Cortez Kitchen Manager Crystal grew up in Houston, Texas and is happily married with three children. She just recently joined our team at RCC about 2 months ago. She is a certified Food Handler and Service Manager. She prepares meals throughout the day and makes sure the children have snacks. She enjoys spending time with her family, shopping, and going to the movies.

Karen Gatten