Meet Principal Montague
Kristine Montague serves as the Principal of Beavercreek Preschool and has dedicated her career to supporting young learners, families, and educators through inclusive, developmentally appropriate early childhood practices. She has been a member of the Beavercreek City Schools team since 2005 and has served as Preschool Principal since 2019.
Kristine holds a Bachelor of Science and Master of Education from Cleveland State University and earned her Principal Licensure from the University of Dayton. She is licensed as a PK–12 Principal and K–12 Intervention Specialist. Her background in special education continues to shape her leadership, with a focus on meeting the unique needs of every child and creating supportive learning environments where all students can thrive.
As Preschool Principal, Kristine oversees the district's preschool program, including instructional leadership, staff development, family engagement, and compliance with state licensure requirements. She is passionate about building strong partnerships with families and ensuring every child has a positive and successful start to their educational journey.
Outside of school, Kristine enjoys spending time with her husband, Jeff, and their two children, who attend Beavercreek City Schools. She also enjoys reading and cheering on her children at their various activities.
Welcome to Beavercreek Preschool
Hello Beavercreek Preschool Families,
My name is Kristine Montague, and I am honored to serve as the Principal of Beavercreek Preschool. Our preschool is a unique and special place designed to support our youngest learners as they begin their educational journey. We understand that starting preschool is an exciting milestone that may also bring questions and emotions for both children and families, and our goal is to create a smooth, nurturing, and joyful transition into school.
At Beavercreek Preschool, we are committed to creating a supportive learning environment where all children experience developmentally appropriate practices through a multisensory approach that meets the unique needs of each child. We believe children learn best through meaningful experiences that honor who they are, how they learn, and where they are developmentally—always in partnership with families.
Our preschool community is guided by three fundamental beliefs that shape everything we do:
- We believe parents are a child’s first teachers, and that strong partnerships between home and school are vital to a child’s success.
- We believe children learn best through meaningful play that encourages curiosity, discovery, and problem solving.
- We believe children should feel safe, happy, loved, and confident, while learning how to be a good friend and part of a caring community.
To promote a positive and nurturing school culture, we focus on helping children develop early social-emotional skills, independence, and a love of learning in an environment where they feel known, supported, and valued each day.
We recognize the critical role families play in a child’s early learning experiences and are deeply committed to working in partnership with you. Open communication, collaboration, and shared support are essential as we work together to help your child grow, learn, and thrive.
Our Beavercreek Preschool administrative team includes a dedicated group of professionals who support children and families, including: Alexandra Morris, School Psychologist and Special Education Supervisor and Emily Duty, School Psychologist. Additionally, we are fortunate to have a Mental Health Counselor, an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant and MFLAC to support our military-connected students.
Thank you for trusting us with your child during these important early years. We look forward to working together to create a positive, memorable, and meaningful preschool experience for your family.
Warmly,
Kristine Montague
Principal, Beavercreek Preschool