Spora
SPORA
School of Great Minds
School of Great Minds
The Heart of Spora
Guided by specialized educators and mentors, Spora School provides a rich, interdisciplinary environment where every mind is seen, heard, and nurtured.
Shelby Zeneli
Co-Founder & Lead Curator of Curiosity
Shelby is a wife, a mom of four, and a dedicated homeschool mom of four years, as well as an artist and teacher. She is a Bachelor of Fine Arts graduate and former public school teacher, bringing both professional experience and a deeply personal passion for education. Shelby specializes in sparking creativity through child-led exploration and nature-inspired learning.
“I wanted to create an environment where my own children could grow and learn freely, without the stress and pressure of the public school atmosphere. They have thrived as homeschoolers, and I really wanted to open up our lives to other homeschoolers who share a similar mindset. I wanted to create a community of like-minded families who value curiosity, creativity, and a slower, more meaningful approach to learning.”
Dani Herrera
Co-Founder & Lead Architect of learning
Dani is a former public school teacher with five years of classroom experience and a deep passion for rethinking how students learn. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies and a Master’s in Educational Technology, bringing both hands-on teaching experience and a systems-level perspective to education. Dani is specializes in creating structured, meaningful learning environments that prioritize relationships, creativity, and real-world growth.
“After spending time in the public school system, I saw how draining it could be for both students and teachers. It often felt like a system working against them rather than supporting them.
I struggled with the lack of space for creativity, connection, and meaningful learning. I wanted something different, an environment where students feel seen, where relationships matter, and where learning actually supports who they are instead of limiting them."
Unified Philosophy
Our team stands united in the belief that learning is a communal act of wonder. By bridging individual passions into a shared educational vision, we provide a sanctuary where children are encouraged to question, explore, and create. Together, we nurture the whole child, intellectually, emotionally, and socially, paving the way for great minds to grow from intentional, artisanal foundations within our heart-led microschool environment.
Cultivating great minds, one seed at a time.
© 2026 Spora School of Great Minds. All rights reserved.
Location
Serving Families in Seguin, Texas and surrounding areas.
Contact
sporaschool@gmail.com