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Founders and Directors

Meet our founders, Directors, and educators of NVSI, Christina and Eric Threeton. They are a dynamic educator couple who have been teaching and leading schools in Las Vegas for over a decade. They began their careers as teachers in the Clark County School District before transitioning into the charter school system, where they played key roles in launching new schools and helping existing ones earn Nevada's highest ranking of 5 stars. Most recently, both served as administrators at separate Las Vegas charter schools before channeling that experience and momentum into founding the Nevada School of Inquiry.

Christina holds a B.S. in Elementary Education and two master's degrees — an M.S. in Curriculum and Instruction and an M.Ed. in Educational Leadership. Born and raised in Las Vegas, she has a deep love for the city, its surrounding natural wonders, and the broader community.

Eric holds a B.S. in Elementary Education and an M.Ed. in Educational Leadership. Originally from New England, he moved to Las Vegas after serving in the United States Marine Corps and never looked back. Both Christina and Eric hold Nevada State K-8 teaching licenses with endorsements in school administration.

Outside of school, Christina and Eric share a passion for the outdoors, travel, and exploration — values that directly shape their educational philosophy. They are also deeply committed to community service and strive to instill that same spirit in the students they serve.

Christina and Eric Threeton

Board of Trustees

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Board President

Sarah Calvo is a teacher with a passion for high quality education. Her diverse teaching background spans many cities where she taught college English, high school English, 5th grade, and specialized autism programs. Sarah holds a B.A. in Secondary Education and a Master's in English from UNLV with a focus in environmental rhetoric. Outside of the classroom, she is a dedicated writer and enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. Her son attended NVSI where he thrived and went on adventures. Sarah brings enthusiasm and dedication to her role as Board President of the Nevada School of Inquiry.

Sarah Calvo

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Board Treasurer

Michael Woodfield is the Las Vegas Market Executive at JPMorgan Chase & Co. He is responsible for providing treasury management, credit, capital markets, and corporate finance advisory solutions to corporations, municipalities, and nonprofits. His deep expertise allows him to deliver customized, comprehensive solutions and exceptional service to his clients. Michael is a dedicated networker and is involved with a variety of nonprofits throughout the Las Vegas Valley. His own children were taught by both Eric and Christina during their middle school years, so he's excited to help bring that same experience to more Las Vegas youth.

Michael Woodfield

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Kelsie Buhl

Board Secretary

Kelsie Buhl owns a local photography studio and event space, The Gathering Place. She is also the founder of The Village Schoolhouse, an education alternative for grades K-5 (and growing). Kelsie is driven by connection and community, which likely explains why both of her businesses center around people. She is a wife and mother of four who loves good food, good friends, and anything Disney. Kelsie brings marketing and business expertise to our team, and we're glad to welcome her to our Board of Trustees.