Munjal has been a Casa parent since 2020, when his son Aiden joined preschool. Munjal joined the board in 2021. He holds an MBA from UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business and a B.S in Finance and Accounting from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. He currently works in Product Marketing in the software industry with prior experience in sales, business development and consulting roles. He enjoys spending time with his family, watching sports (Go 49ers, Warriors & Giants!), and watching disaster documentaries.

David has been a Casa parent since 2021, when his twins joined the primary program. David joined the board in 2023. He holds an MBA and JD from New York University and a B.S in Accounting from the University of Alabama. He currently works in Business Development at an insurance startup and has previous experience in financial technology, ecommerce, consulting and law. He enjoys spending time with his family, playing darts, playing music and cooking.

Bhavna is a Chartered Accountant and Certified Internal Auditor with almost 25 years of experience in audit, risk, and compliance. She brings a wealth of knowledge in regulatory standards and operations, having worked across a range of industries, including cybersecurity, education technology, and semiconductors. Bhavna has been advising and reporting directly to several Board of Directors and Audit Committees in the last several years. Her deep expertise in board governance and risk oversight makes Bhavna a valuable addition to the Casa di Mir Board of Directors.

Bhavna is a strong advocate of 'whole child education’ that is focused on developing independent thinkers. She enjoys her leisure time with her family, including their 5-year-old golden doodle, traveling, and trying new recipes.

Deborah has been a Casa parent since 2022. She holds an MBA from UC Davis and a B.S. in Management Science from UC San Diego. She has over a decade of operations experience across industries, including nonprofit, education, tech startups, and video games. 

Deborah strongly believes in instilling in children a joy in learning and confidence in their own abilities. She has been impressed and enamored with the supportive, nurturing, and inclusive environment the staff and community at Casa have created for students and the community at large. 

Born and raised in San Jose, CA, Deborah enjoys discovering the Bay Area's culinary diversity and traveling with her family. 

Sonya holds a BSEE from San Jose State University and has spent her career specializing in Operations, Human Resources and Employment Investigations in several large technology companies. She also volunteers at the Humane Society of Silicon Valley and has spent countless hours fostering and caring for puppies and dogs. While Sonya does not currently have children at Casa, she is passionate about education and her own children attended a Montessori school when they were younger.

Sonya enjoys spending time with her family (which include 4 dogs), walking, traveling and reading.

Kassie has been a Casa parent since 2021, when her child Ollie joined in 3rd grade. Kassie joined the board in August 2026. She holds an MA in Sociology from San Jose State University and a B.A. in Psychology from UC Santa Cruz. She has 15 years of experience leading product and market research in the software industry, with prior experience in nonprofits and healthcare administration. 

Kassie is passionate about educational environments that support the development of the whole child, foster independence and choice, and build kids' confidence to unlock their potential. In her free time, Kassie likes spending time with friends and family, spending time in nature, and watching ice hockey.

Nishant has been a Casa parent since 2025, when his son joined the primary program. He brings extensive experience in strategy and business leadership, helping organizations navigate complex challenges, find opportunities for growth, and turn ideas into action. He enjoys bringing people together, finding common ground, and solving problems that create meaningful impact. The Casa community has been a meaningful part of his family’s journey as his son has grown through his early years. Nishant is excited to contribute his experience and perspective to the Casa di Mir community and support the school’s continued growth.

Outside of work, Nishant enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and exploring the outdoors. He is an avid hiker and racket-sports enthusiast, playing tennis, squash, badminton, pickleball, and pretty much anything else involving a racket.

Ali has been a Casa parent since 2019. He holds a Master of Engineering from the University of Saskatchewan, Canada, and a Bachelor of Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin. He has been working in the semiconductor industry for over 15 years.

As a proud parent of two Casa di Mir students, Fatima and Zoha, Ali has seen firsthand the transformative power of independent exploration, hands-on learning, and individual growth, all nurtured within a supportive, collaborative community.

Ali loves hiking, backpacking, and running. He is on the trail every Saturday morning and always has backpacking trips in the works.

Ryan has been a Casa parent since 2023. He holds a B.S. in Marketing & Law from Indiana University and attended Vancouver Film School for Animation & Visual Effects. He has 15 years of experience as a creative, technical, and operational leader in the entertainment industry, specifically films, commercials, and game cinematics. He currently works for a startup, helping to develop holographic display technology. 

Ryan is passionate about education and the power of intentional environments. He is continually impressed by the expertise and care the staff and community at Casa show every day.

When Ryan isn’t working, he loves spending time with his family, finding ways to create overcomplicated Halloween costumes, reading, and going for long runs.

Kavitha moved to the Bay Area from her hometown in Toronto in 2015. Since then, she has focused on finance and strategy, driving process and reporting efficiencies across industries including software, hardware, and services. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, trying and cooking new cuisines, and traveling across the globe (30 countries and counting!) with her friends, husband, and now her little one in tow! 

Thomas Sroka, originally from Buffalo, New York, holds a B.A. in Mathematics from Niagara University. Alongside his wife, he is the proud owner of local Tae Kwon Do schools. Thomas is a firm believer in the power of a growth mindset, emphasizing the importance of building character, habits, and skills for personal happiness and communal success. In his leisure time, he enjoys golfing, playing hockey, and savoring delicious Korean cuisine.

Christian and the Whitchurch family have been at Casa for 3 years with their son Elliot. In his day job, Christian is the director of the Human Systems portfolio at the Defense Innovation Unit, developing technology for defense personnel covering a wide area of problem sets from safety and survivability, training and simulation, to prevention and treatment of combat injuries. With 15 years of government service, Christian is a strong advocate for thinking beyond conventional processes to deliver new technologies that can help our warfighters succeed and survive.   

Prior to moving west, Christian and his family lived in Virginia, where he served in several roles within the military science and technology community. Christian’s side gigs included parachute rigging and sports photography. When he’s not working, Christian enjoys hiking, camping, skiing, and long bicycle rides.