With a background in theatre, fitness, personal training and CrossFit, Laine has spent more than 20 years teaching, training and coaching. A longtime business owner, she leads the vision and direction of Wagyumama Schoolhouse, creating a learning environment that is personal, active, challenging and rooted in real life.

A Marine veteran, third-generation rancher and former CrossFit box owner, Bryan brings a lifetime of hands-on experience to the Schoolhouse. With a background in land surveying and civil engineering, he brings practical math, problem solving and real world skills into everyday learning on the ranch.

With a background in education, exercise science and psychology, Gabriella brings organization, compassion and heart to the Schoolhouse. As our Schoolhouse Administrator and Laurel Hill Director, she oversees enrollment, supports our families and leads the day-to-day operations of our Laurel Hill campus.

A licensed HVAC professional, former business owner and Bryan’s right-hand man on the ranch, Dan is our resident fix-it guy and natural problem solver. From cattle and building to tools, survival skills and self-defense, he loves teaching kids how to work with their hands, think for themselves and become more capable through real-world experience.

A homeschool graduate raised on a family farm, Ella-Kate brings a strong work ethic and a natural love for hands-on learning. While pursuing a degree in Project Management with a minor in Agriculture, she helps our kids build confidence, responsibility and practical skills through real-world learning.

With a background in health and nutrition coaching, sports psychology and personal training, Mieke brings a strong foundation in wellness and learning to Laurel Hill. Now in her second year with Wagyumama Schoolhouse, she helps kids build confidence, capability and curiosity through hands-on, engaging learning experiences.

Kylie brings a heart for helping kids grow in confidence, character and independence. A birth worker, homesteader and mother, she values practical life skills, resilience and real-world learning. At Laurel Hill, she creates a welcoming environment where kids feel supported, challenged and encouraged to grow.

A dual-enrolled college student with a natural strength in math and writing, Koa brings both academic ability and a genuine love for working with children to the Schoolhouse. She enjoys helping students understand challenging concepts, build confidence and become more independent learners while holding them to high standards with encouragement and care.

We’re looking for an exceptional educator to help lead our Laurel Hill students academically. Someone strong in math, confident teaching writing and guiding older students, and intentional about helping each child reach their potential. Most importantly, we want someone who shares our vision for hands-on, purposeful learning and wants to grow with our Schoolhouse.