Lee Lanou

Lee Lanou is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in Montessori education and administration. Currently serving as Senior Montessori Trainer at Bezos Academy since June 2022, Lee has also founded HoshikoStudio and works as an artist. Previous roles include Director of Training at the Montessori of Alameda Teacher Education Program and National Director of Montessori Education at Endeavor Schools. Lee's leadership experience spans various institutions, with notable positions such as Director of Training at the Maryland Center for Montessori Studies and Children's House Director at Greenspring Montessori School. Early career highlights include Auxiliary Programs Administrator at Sandy Spring Friends School and Dean of Lower School at Barrie School. Lee holds multiple Montessori teaching credentials and a Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre Management from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.