Empowering Excellence: The Leadership Behind Collage Day School
At Collage Day School, the leadership team is dedicated to fostering a nurturing and innovative educational environment that prioritizes the growth of each student. With a focus on academic excellence, personal development, and emotional well-being, the leadership members work collaboratively to ensure a holistic learning experience. Their commitment to creating a safe and supportive atmosphere is central to the school’s mission, promoting an inclusive community where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. Through visionary guidance and strategic planning, the leadership team sets the foundation for a thriving educational journey.
MEET THE LEADERSHIP AT COLLAGE
Kris Conway
Director of Early Learning
Kris Conway has over 20 years of experience in education. After a rewarding career teaching music grades K-12, she left the classroom and discovered her true passion for Early Learning. Dedicated to fostering the growth and development of young learners, she enjoys collaborating with teachers and families to create enriching educational experiences.
Originally from New York, Kris and her husband traded snowy winters for Florida’s sunshine and sand. They are proud parents of two children and doting caretakers of their beloved pets. Outside of her work with children, she enjoys attending the symphony, reading, and cooking.
Danielle Theriault, M.Ed.
Head of Upper School
Danielle is an experienced educator with over 22 years in the field, specializing in literacy, curriculum development, and instructional leadership. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and a Master’s in Educational Leadership, both from the University of South Florida.
Her teaching career began in Pinellas County, where she worked with at-risk students in a dropout prevention program and focused on intensive reading and writing interventions. She later spent 10 years as a 5th-grade teacher in Pasco County Schools, refining her expertise in best teaching practices with a literacy-focused approach. Danielle then transitioned to Carrollwood Day School, a private International Baccalaureate school in Tampa, where she earned IB certification for the Primary Years Program and completed differentiation coursework at Harvard.
In 2020, she moved to South Florida and took on a leadership role as the Curriculum Coordinator for a Renaissance Charter School in Wellington. During this time, she became certified and trained in Cambridge curriculums and earned the K-12 reading endorsement. Since joining Collage Day School in 2022 as the Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Danielle has continued to drive academic excellence becoming trained in Orton-Gillingham approaches and obtaining her Masters in Educational Leadership from the University of South Florida. She now serves as the Head of Upper School.
Jamie Mulgrew
Associate Head of Lower School
Jamie Mulgrew is a passionate educator and accomplished school leader with 20 years of experience in teaching and administration. Originally from the UK, she holds a BA, a Postgraduate Certificate in Education, and a Master’s degree in Education from Birmingham University, England. She also holds a Florida VPK Director Credential and is deeply committed to fostering personalized learning and high-quality early childhood education.
Jamie has held leadership roles in both the UK and the Cayman Islands, serving as a Deputy Principal in the Cayman Islands and a Headteacher in London. Throughout her career, she has been dedicated to creating student-centered learning environments that inspire curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.
An avid traveler, Jamie loves exploring new cultures and is currently embracing life in the USA.
