TWIN RIVERS CHARTER SCHOOL STAFF
With 18 years of experience in education, Kristin has dedicated 16 of those years to teaching and the last 2 years to serving in an administrative role. A passionate advocate for student development and lifelong learning, Kristin has seen firsthand the impact of great teaching and the importance of fostering a positive learning environment. Having moved to Oregon eight years ago, Kristin has found a deep connection to the state’s natural beauty, particularly enjoying the peaceful moments spent along the coast, listening to the waves crash against the shore. When not working in education, Kristin loves spending time outdoors, exploring the diverse landscapes that make Oregon so unique.
Kristin Humphrey
Principal
With 18 years of experience in education, Kristin has dedicated 16 of those years to teaching and the last 2 years to serving in an administrative role. A passionate advocate for student development and lifelong learning, Kristin has seen firsthand the impact of great teaching and the importance of fostering a positive learning environment. Having moved to Oregon eight years ago, Kristin has found a deep connection to the state’s natural beauty, particularly enjoying the peaceful moments spent along the coast, listening to the waves crash against the shore. When not working in education, Kristin loves spending time outdoors, exploring the diverse landscapes that make Oregon so unique.
David (He/Him/His) grew up in Eugene and graduated from the University of Oregon. Now in his fifth year at Twin Rivers Charter School, David currently serves as Vice Principal, having previously taught science at the school. Before transitioning into education, he spent ten years working in the music industry as a recording engineer and touring musician. Outside of his professional life, David enjoys playing guitar and fly fishing.
David
Knox
Vice Principal
David (He/Him/His) grew up in Eugene and graduated from the University of Oregon. Now in his fifth year at Twin Rivers Charter School, David currently serves as Vice Principal, having previously taught science at the school. Before transitioning into education, he spent ten years working in the music industry as a recording engineer and touring musician. Outside of his professional life, David enjoys playing guitar and fly fishing.
Abi is a current Master's of Education Curriculum and Planning student and middle school running coach. As a fourth-year educator, she is endorsed to teach Language Arts and CTE: Natural Resources Management. By 2027, she intends to add endorsements in English Language Learning and World Languages: German. Abi is originally from rural North Carolina and traveled extensively in central Europe and the Rocky Mountain West. She loves the mountains! Eugene, Oregon, has been her home for about the last 3 years. Prior to teaching, Abi spent a decade working in childcare, environmental nonprofits, and customer service. She holds a bachelor’s degree in environmental science and loves all things ecology. She’s an avid learner herself. In her off time, she can often be found hiking, running, or tinkering around on a new skill.
Abi
Snow
Language Arts Teacher
Abi is a current Master's of Education Curriculum and Planning student and middle school running coach. As a fourth-year educator, she is endorsed to teach Language Arts and CTE: Natural Resources Management. By 2027, she intends to add endorsements in English Language Learning and World Languages: German. Abi is originally from rural North Carolina and traveled extensively in central Europe and the Rocky Mountain West. She loves the mountains! Eugene, Oregon, has been her home for about the last 3 years. Prior to teaching, Abi spent a decade working in childcare, environmental nonprofits, and customer service. She holds a bachelor’s degree in environmental science and loves all things ecology. She’s an avid learner herself. In her off time, she can often be found hiking, running, or tinkering around on a new skill.
A recent graduate of Indiana Wesleyan University, Andrew studied social studies education and is deeply passionate about both history and education. Andrew loves to travel; he has been to 46 states and many incredible historical sites. Outside of the classroom, Andrew loves sports, board games, roller coasters, and exploring beautiful places.
Andrew Waple
Social Studies Teacher
A recent graduate of Indiana Wesleyan University, Andrew studied social studies education and is deeply passionate about both history and education. Andrew loves to travel; he has been to 46 states and many incredible historical sites. Outside of the classroom, Andrew loves sports, board games, roller coasters, and exploring beautiful places.
Avery (she/they) grew up in Eugene, Oregon, where her love of nature first began. She attended Saint Mary’s College of California, earning a bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies. For the past five summers, Avery has worked as a backpacking guide in the Trinity Alps, sharing her passion for the outdoors with others. She also served as an AmeriCorps member for TRCS during the 2024–25 school year and is now thrilled to join the team as the new science teacher. When she’s not in the classroom, Avery enjoys hiking with her dog, swimming in rivers, and visiting the Piccadilly.
Avery Monson
Science Teacher
Avery (she/they) grew up in Eugene, Oregon, where her love of nature first began. She attended Saint Mary’s College of California, earning a bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies. For the past five summers, Avery has worked as a backpacking guide in the Trinity Alps, sharing her passion for the outdoors with others. She also served as an AmeriCorps member for TRCS during the 2024–25 school year and is now thrilled to join the team as the new science teacher. When she’s not in the classroom, Avery enjoys hiking with her dog, swimming in rivers, and visiting the Piccadilly.
Casey is the math teacher at Twin Rivers Charter School. Growing up in Eugene, Oregon, Casey developed a passion for education and the outdoors. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Education with a focus on Mathematics from Western Oregon University and spent many years working in outdoor education before transitioning to the classroom. In his free time, Casey enjoys tinkering with computers, building things, and exploring creative ways to combine technology and hands-on learning.
Casey Lonergan
Math Teacher
Casey is the math teacher at Twin Rivers Charter School. Growing up in Eugene, Oregon, Casey developed a passion for education and the outdoors. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Education with a focus on Mathematics from Western Oregon University and spent many years working in outdoor education before transitioning to the classroom. In his free time, Casey enjoys tinkering with computers, building things, and exploring creative ways to combine technology and hands-on learning.