Our Educators
Experienced, Expert Educators With a Passion for STEAM
STEAM School is led by certified educators, many of whom are from the City of Kawartha Lakes, and supported by Ampere’s passionate team of STEAM experts.
Meet our team
Melissa Jegeris
STEAM School EducatorMelissa (she/her) is a recent graduate from Trent University in the Bachelor of Education in the Primary/Junior stream. Her previous education is from Carleton University where she received her Bachelor of Arts(Hons) in Childhood and Youth Studies with a Minor in Indigenous Studies.
Kaya Truax
Makerspace LeadKaya leads the operations and processes of our Lindsay Makerspace and STEAM School. Kaya’s multifaceted experience, encompassing education, administration, community engagement, and non-profit work equips her with a unique skill set that aligns perfectly with her current role as Makerspace Lead in Kawartha Lakes.