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The People Behind the Vision

Our Team

Foothill Frolic Farm & Forest School is brought to life by a small, dedicated group of educators, farmers, and community builders who believe deeply in the power of real work, real land, and real community.

The Founders

Allie & Matthew

Allie and Matthew, founders of Foothill Frolic Farm & Forest School

The Founders

Allie & Matthew

Allie and Matthew are the heart behind Foothill Frolic Farm & Forest School — farmers, builders, educators, and lifelong learners who have been growing this vision together for more than twenty years.

Learning Guides & Partners

The Team

Deborah DeLisle, Founder of Regenerate Education Lab

Thought Partner

Deborah DeLisle

Founder, Regenerate Education Lab

Deborah DeLisle is a nationally recognized educator, the founder of Regenerate Education Lab, and a thought partner in the design of Foothill Frolic Farm & Forest School.

2026–2027 School Year
Brandon Burns, Founding Learning & Community Guide

Founding Learning & Community Guide

Brandon Burns

Brandon brings a lifetime of outdoor learning, homesteading, permaculture, and hands-on curiosity to Foothill Frolic Farm & Forest School.

2027–2028 School Year

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Founding Operations & Community Guide

Coming Soon

Our Founding Operations & Community Guide will help weave together the daily rhythms of farm life, learning, and community. More details coming soon.

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Founding Lead Learning Guide

Coming Soon

Our Founding Lead Learning Guide will shape the day-to-day learning experience for our inaugural cohort. We look forward to introducing this person soon.

Want to be part of what we're building?

Whether you're a family considering enrollment or an educator who shares our vision, we'd love to hear from you.