Fort Worth
Coppell Campus
653 Parkway Blvd
Coppell, TX 75019
(972) 586-2264
coppell@spanishschoolhouse.com
M-F: 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Fort Worth Campus
6789 Camp Bowie Blvd.
Fort Worth, TX 76116
(817) 377-1468
fortworth@spanishschoolhouse.com
M-F: 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
¡Bienvenidos! Welcome to Spanish Schoolhouse in Fort Worth, TX! Since our opening in 2011, we have successfully prepared students for both traditional, public and private elementary schools as well as Fort Worth ISD's dual language programs. We are conveniently located on Camp Bowie Blvd in the Ridglea Hills neighborhood.
We invite you to visit for a tour. Our director, Dusty Gotcher, would love to show you what Spanish Schoolhouse programs can offer your child!
Meet the Directors
Yolanda Armas & Dusty Gotcher
Yolanda is from Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain, but has lived and studied in cities around the world. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing and Communication in England and an Advanced Certification in Public Relations at UCLA.
In addition to being a Spanish Schoolhouse school owner, Yolanda has over 20 years' experience in business, specializing in marketing and advertising in multicultural markets for Fortune 500 companies.
Yolanda appreciates the many doors that bilingualism has opened for her. She's proud of the work she's accomplished in Spain and in the U.S. and enjoys many opportunities to explore and enjoy different cultures.
Dusty grew up in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and knows firsthand the value of being bilingual in Texas. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communications and a Master of Education in Instructional Leadership. With 13 years of teaching experience at the elementary levels and an additional ten years as a Spanish Schoolhouse owner, Dusty is clearly committed and passionate about education. He firmly believes that a high-quality early childhood education develops the foundation for a student's success in school and later in life.
By combining a comprehensive curriculum and program, loving and energetic staff, and the phenomenal benefits of second language learning, Dusty helps ensure that SSH students are thriving in their early childhood education and development.
History
The concept for Spanish Schoolhouse began in 1999 with a goal of helping children learn the Spanish language at a young age. We started with weekly Spanish lessons for small groups of children in a home in Plano, Texas and as word spread, we added summer camps. In 2003, we proudly opened the first Spanish Schoolhouse immersion preschool, enabling us to provide the gift of a second language to children during their optimal language learning years.
Over twenty years later, we have grown and expanded with campuses throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth and Houston areas. We offer part-time and full-time Preschool and Kindergarten programs, as well as Summer Camps, Mommy & Me programs, and After School classes for elementary-aged students.
We are proud to have educated more than 20,000 children through our programs, empowering them with the Spanish language and cultural awareness to create a bright future for themselves and the world!
Our Mission
Academic Excellence - Spanish Schoolhouse prepares students for formal education by encouraging academic excellence and inspiring a lifelong love of learning.
Spanish Language and Culture - Our authentic Spanish programs immerse children in the Spanish language and foster an appreciation for world languages and cultures.
Positive Learning Environment - We share our unique curriculum in a warm, positive learning environment where children build confidence, self-esteem, and respect for others.
Global Awareness - We are passionate about enlightening children's minds and inspiring them to become global citizens.
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Josie Gerber
FOUNDER
Josie Gerber was born and raised in Lima, Peru. She studied graphic design and owned her own small business in Lima before moving to the U.S. in 1990. Being bilingual and raising her own children with both English and Spanish, Josie experienced how natural it is for children to learn and speak two (or more!) languages. She felt strongly that language learning and cultural awareness were gifts that she could share with many children.
As a founder of Spanish Schoolhouse, Josie values the opportunity to help students realize the advantages of bilingualism by providing an active learning environment and curriculum in Spanish. She is proud of Spanish Schoolhouse's role in giving children a strong base for future academic success while empowering them with cultural awareness to help build a brighter future. -
Emmett Marsh
FOUNDER
Mónica Ramirez is originally from Mexico City. She holds an engineering degree in computer science, a field she worked in for several years before moving to the U.S. in 1995. Because her children were born in Texas, her mission was to provide them with the privilege of a multicultural education, to give them a better appreciation of people's different backgrounds, and to help them become more compassionate citizens.
As a founder of Spanish Schoolhouse, Monica aspires to give this privilege to as many children as possible. She believes that being multilingual is the best asset a person can have in this global, competitive world. She is proud to be a part of building this legacy for generations to come. -
Victoria Williams
FOUNDER
Victoria Williams was born and raised in the U.S. Although not a native Spanish speaker, she has become fluent through being immersed in the language and knows firsthand the value of being bilingual. Victoria holds a bachelor's degree in psychology. She found her life's passion in working with children and giving them every advantage possible in early education. Victoria has over 20 years of experience in early childhood education and language learning.
As one of the founders of Spanish Schoolhouse, Victoria's highest goal is to create a fun and loving learning place for children where they can be immersed in the Spanish language and fascinating cultural traditions. She excels at building great teams and inspiring them to provide an invaluable educational experience for our littlest customers and their families.
Leadership
Evan Meehan, President
Evan Meehan was born in Baltimore, Maryland, and moved to Texas at age 12. He comes from a multicultural, adoptive family with 19 siblings, an experience that continues to shape how he sees the world today. Evan holds a bachelor's degree in Finance with a minor in Spanish Linguistics from Southern Methodist University and an MBA from Stanford University. He has worked in management consulting for some of the largest companies and organizations in the U.S., including two major Texas school districts. Evan joined Spanish Schoolhouse in 2021.
Evan knows that a strong early childhood education in a loving environment has a profound impact on a child's future success. He values helping students build a global perspective by connecting them with each other and the world through multicultural experiences. Evan is focused on keeping learning, curiosity, and connectedness at the forefront of everything we do at Spanish Schoolhouse. He believes that by developing and expanding our strong, supportive team and system, we can share the SSH opportunity with as many communities as possible.
