Deana Conley joins the Saint Augustine Public Montessori family with a decade of art teaching experience and a passion for embracing culture, diversity, and the magic of storytelling through art. 

Deana holds a Bachelors of Science in Art Education and a Minor in Art Therapy from SUNY Buffalo as well as a Masters in Interdisciplinary Art Studio from SUNY New Paltz. Her breadth of knowledge in the visual arts and emphasis on healthy social emotional development make the art room a warm and inviting space for creative exploration. 

Deana is a lover of nature and when she isn’t teaching she can be found watching a beautiful beach sunrise, walking tree lined nature trails, and adventuring her way through life with her two vibrant boys.