Administration

Executive Director And Head of School

Scott Noel

The Head of our school is Scott Noel. Mr. Noel was born with an extremely rare genetic defect called Aniridia. Aniridia is a chromosome deletion that left Mr. Noel legally blind and with a myriad of health problems. Despite his disabilities, Mr. Noel found how to overcome the obstacles posed to him in the regular school classroom. He rose to achieve 4 college degrees from Rice University including advanced degrees in Electrical Engineering and Business despite the fact that he could not read a single word on the college blackboards or overhead projectors.

He then went on to help found several successful hi-tech startup companies and to perform as a technology consultant to large Fortune 500 companies. Through his experience he has developed a philosophy that disabilities aren’t what hold children back from reaching their potential, but rather it is how they deal with the disability that shapes what they will become. The key to helping children realize this philosophy starts with a strong network of educators and family members who can help to steer the children in the right direction.

Director of Fine Arts

Georgianna Noel

Georgianna began her life in the theatre at a young age. Trained in classical ballet from the age of seven, Georgianna danced throughout her school years. She also starred in productions with Nairobi City Players and The Braeburn Theatre in her hometown of Nairobi, Kenya. Her acting credits include: Anybodys in West Side Story and Buttercup in HMS Pinafore. Georgianna is a Graduate from Texas Christian University's Department of Ballet and Modern Dance. Georgianna worked for Kids Who Care Theatre Company as a choreographer, asscoiate director and dance instructor. Some of her credits with Kids Who Care include: You're A Good Man Charlie Brown and Narnia (Choreographer); Aladdin (Choreographer and Associate Director); and Earth and Soul (Associate Director). In addition to her experience at Kids Who Care, Georgianna also worked with Mental Health Menal Retardation of Tarrant County on an original musical which has performed across Texas.

Georgianna's philosophy has always been one of inclusion. The arts are truly for everyone. She is delighted at the opportunity to bring her expertise to The Galileo School.

Board of Directors

Scott Noel - President
Georgianna Noel - Vice President

Josh Schilling
Josh Schilling comes with knowledge in Special Education in both his personal and professional life.  He has a 12 year old son with multiple disabilities with a primary eligibility of autism.  Josh began his professional career with a degree in Family Studies with collateral in Adolescent Substance Abuse.  He worked with MHMR and Communities in Schools.  After 2 years of working in this field, he went back and received his certification in Special Education.  He taught seven years in the classroom for students with significant disabilities.  During his years in the classroom. He received his Masters in Special Education with an emphasis in Autism.

Now he works as a Special Education Administrator that oversees students in Developmental Programs and supports students with autism in the school setting.  Josh has experience in ABA, Discrete Trial Training, Structured Teach, and social skills groups for students with high functioning autism or Aspergers.  Josh believes that all students can and will succeed with the appropriate educational path and support from both home and school.  He looks forward being a part of the team to bring each and every child to their maximum potential.