Kelsey Huber was born into a proud Ukrainian home and raised on her family's farm just outside Calmar, where she helped her family raise pigs, chickens, beef cattle and grain. After marrying her husband, she moved to the New Humble area and became involved in his beef cattle and grain farming operation. Kelsey has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Women's and Gender studies and a Master of Arts degree in Counselling Psychology. She also works in the mental health field. When speaking about the opportunities at NHCS, Kelsey says it's both a blessing and a privilege for her children, nieces, and nephews to experience agriculture in its rawest and most beautiful form. Agriculture and environmental stewardship is important in elementary education because children need to learn and understand the connections to land, industry, and people. Gaining perspective is always important because with perspective comes appreciation. NHCS is a fantastic and unique opportunity for rural and urban kids to dig deep, get their hands dirty, and embark on a new adventure with their education. To Kelsey, a community is a group of like-minded people who share common goals, values, and/or norms. It is a place where people feel a sense of belonging and purpose. While a community can have diverse characteristics, it can be united by shared ties and other commonalities. Ultimately, a community should be a safe place where everyone can prosper and grow. Kelsey is passionate about agriculture and is excited to watch New Humble Community School grow deep roots and thrive.

Amie was born and raised in Edmonton, Alberta. From a young age, she was shaped by the experience of being on her grandfather’s farm, which instilled in her a love for rural life. Despite the bustling city around her, she always knew the urban lifestyle wasn’t for her. After graduation, Amie began working in human resources, where she built a career that helped shape her understanding of people and relationships. During her young adult years, she enjoyed traveling with friends, experiencing new places and people. But it was when she met her husband that everything fell into place. Their meeting, unexpected yet fateful, brought them together with a shared vision for their future. Their values and morals aligned, and together they built a life centered around family, love, and raising their children with care and intention. As they embarked on their journey of parenthood, the couple set many goals for their family’s future. One of the most significant of these was finding a community that supported their values and offered an environment where their children could thrive. That’s when they discovered NHCS—a place that perfectly aligned with their vision. It was something she had imagined but never believed she would find: a community that seamlessly connects with the goals and values she holds dear for her family. Today, Amie is overwhelmingly grateful for her life, her family, and the incredible community she has found within NHCS. With a deep appreciation for the path she’s walked and the people she’s met along the way, she continues to look forward to the future, working alongside her husband and children to achieve even more of their dreams.

Born and raised in Edmonton, Darelle grew up surrounded by multiple house pets—dogs, cats, lizards, fish, and rodents—which sparked her lifelong passion for animals. After graduation, she moved to an acreage in Leduc County, seeking a quieter life outside the city to raise her family while immersing herself in nature. Darelle is certified in Animal First Aid, Dog Psychology, Dog Behaviorism, Animal Reiki, and as a Canine Specialist, all of which led her to opening her own business in 2019, offering services based on these qualifications. Currently, Darelle runs an HVAC business alongside her husband, all while nurturing a thriving vegetable garden and raising three pigs on their acreage. Darelle is deeply committed to raising her children with an understanding of self-sufficiency, hands-on learning, and the importance of knowing where their food comes from. This is why she is passionate about the New Humble Community School, which aligns with her values of agriculture, community, and growing alongside her kids. Above all, Darelle's devotion to animal welfare and providing healthy, homegrown food for her family shapes every aspect of her life.

Rachael Walker, a dedicated resident of Calmar for 25 years, originally hails from Fort McMurray, Alberta. A proud mother of five boys with her partner, Anthony Turta, Rachael was initially drawn to New Humble Community School due to its strong sense of community, its inspiring mission, and the positive experiences of her two older children who attended prior to its charter status. Her past involvement in the school community includes serving on the PTA, showcasing her commitment to fostering a supportive educational environment. Rachael’s agriculture journey began in cattle ranching, and she has since transitioned to becoming a market gardener, where she continues to cultivate her passion for agriculture.