Caring for the child, not the day

We are dedicated and caring group of educational professionals who enjoy building relationships with the children we care for, and with their families. We consider ourselves a family who truly care for the children who are in our classrooms.

Laura CollinsDirector

Joined in 1988

"I look forward each day to seeing the children’s faces as they arrive; the excitement in their voice as they greet their teachers and see their friends, and as they share stories about what they did the night before."

Michelle BrownAssistant Director

Joined in 1992

"I love hearing the laughter as the children are having fun; and seeing the excitement in their eyes as they have new experiences."

Jessica NovotnyAssistant Director

Joined in 2006

"My favorite parts of the day are the goodbye hugs I get before the children leave for the day, and hearing the children excitedly telling their parents about their favorite parts of the day."

Ana Espinoza

Joined in 2018

"What I look forward to everyday while working with children is making a difference in their lives, helping them in their everyday activities, watching them develop, and knowing that I helped put a smile on a child's face."

Angie Woodworth

Joined in 2006

"Smiles, stories, hugs, and the excitement children bring each day can truly brighten your day. I love working with children for these reasons and more. To watch the growth of a child in all areas of development is such a rewarding feeling of accomplishment, and then to see their face as they accomplish a goal is priceless."

Anne Geary

Joined in 2003

"I love getting to know the children as I drive them safely to and from school."

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