Where a Montessori Education Leads

Join us to hear from a group of Oneness-Family School alumni as they share how their Montessori experience continues to shape their lives. Panelists will reflect on their academic pursuits, career paths, and personal growth, offering firsthand insight into the long-term impact of a Montessori education.

Lessons That Last: A Montessori Journey into Adulthood

Date: Tuesday, April 7

Time: 7:00 pm (Virtual)

The discussion will include guided questions and a Q&A session, offering a unique opportunity to hear directly from alumni about how their Montessori education prepared them not just for school, but for life.

To receive the calendar invitation and Zoom link, please RSVP below. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing these inspiring stories with our community!

Oneness-Family School Alumni Panelists

Néa Ranganathan ('15)

Director & Actor

Néa is a land-based archivist, anti-colonial organiser and durational performance artist based in London. Néa hosts moments for community and artist development as part of the live art and curatorship duo, shelf/break.

Sophia Maxwell ('17)

Environmental Scientist

An environmental consultant at WSP, Sophia holds a BA in Environmental Science and International Studies from American University and is passionate about climate resilience and sustainable development.

Gabri Espina ('08)

Public Sector Consultant

A mixed-methods researcher, Gabrielle Espina holds a Master’s in Political Science from the University of Amsterdam and specializes in K–12 education, political economy, and international research as a Delivery Leader at Delivery Associates.

Aurelio Bazzano-Zeldin ('24)

Student at UNC Chapel Hill

Aurelio studies environmental chemistry and piano performance. He works in a lab researching UV disinfection of hospital wastewater and contributes data analysis for Nida Allam’s congressional campaign. He is also involved with the Town of Chapel Hill Sustainability Council, advocating for electrified buses and the phaseout of the university’s coal plant.



Andrew Genova

Managing Director, Foundry Commercial

Andrew Genova is a commercial real estate executive, multi-venture founder, and strategic advisor known for helping organizations solve complex challenges. A retired Fire & Rescue Administrative Chief, he credits Montessori education with fostering the curiosity, independence, and leadership that shaped his path.

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