Faculty Spotlight Series

At Willows, we’re blessed with teachers who are truly invested in our community over the long haul. Meet Michele Morris, our Fine Arts and Physical Education Department Chair, who has been teaching at Willows Academy for almost eighteen years! Ms. Morris has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a focus in computer animation and architecture from the School of Art Institute of Chicago, along with a Masters in Art Education from Columbia College. She’s also trained in Montessori education, which encourages educators to look at students as whole human beings—a mission that goes hand-in-hand with Willows Academy. 

Ms. Morris enjoys the small class sizes at WIllows and the opportunity to be part of young women’s lives, helping them grow in their artistic ability. When she’s not busy expanding  the art classrooms, developing new projects, or perfecting the curriculum, Ms. Morris can often be found designing stained glass windows, mixed-media art, or jewelry. It’s no secret that she loves her students and her craft—and at Willows, she gets to impart her creative knowledge every day!