Meet Our Team

Summit Micro School is led by a dedicated team of educators who believe in the power of connection, curiosity, and individualized learning. With a deep understanding of neurodivergent learners and years of experience in progressive education, our staff create classrooms where students feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow.

Together, we model what it means to be a lifelong learner—and build a school culture rooted in respect, creativity, and community.

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    Amanda Dervaitis

    FOUNDER AND PRINCIPAL

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    Kristin Palin

    VICE PRINCIPAL AND ADMISSIONS DIRECTOR

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    Danijela Stanojevic

    EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIALIST

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    Marina Gadioli

    CURRICULUM DIRECTOR AND ART SPECIALIST

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    Kevin Madrigal

    TEACHER

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    Alessio Spinazzola

    TEACHER

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    Vicky Wong

    TEACHER

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  • Sam Osia

    TEACHER

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    Aaron Crhak

    ADMINISTRATIVE AND STUDENT SUPPORT

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    Sadhvi Chohan

    TEACHER

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    Murray

    SUPPORT POOCH

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Our Partners in Student Support

At Summit Micro School, we believe that supporting the whole child means working as a team. While we are not a therapeutic environment, we collaborate closely with trusted professionals to ensure students receive consistent, thoughtful care.

Our community partnerships include organizations like Attuned Families, Works of Wonder, Ripple Effect Children’s Services, NEAC, and Humber College, as well as psychologists, therapists, and specialists already working with our families. These relationships help us create a cohesive, responsive support system—one that’s tailored to each student’s needs and rooted in collaboration.

It takes a village—and we’d love to welcome you into ours.

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