Learn and Grow Preschool Staff


 
Miss Kimberly
Director
At Learn and Grow since 2008
Kimberly is the mother of two children as well as the owner of Learn and Grow.  In March 2008 Kimberly made her dream come true when she opened the doors of Learn and Grow Preschool.  Within months Learn and Grow was full of students.  Kimberly feels honored to watch her students truly learn and grow, and treasures the relationships she has built with all the families. The key to Learn and Grow's success is a creative curriculum and a wonderful and experienced staff.
Kimberly is on the PTC Board at Newcastle Elementary School, on the Board for Mid Placer Little League, coaches Little League, and is Captain of her Softball Team.  When Kimberly is not busy with the Preschool or her own children, she enjoys scrapbooking, reading, and spending time with friends and family.



Miss Michelle
Head Teacher
At Learn and Grow since 2009
Michelle received her Teaching Credential from San Diego State University.  While earning her Credential, Michelle worked as the Lead Pre-K Teacher at FasTracKids Preschool in San Diego for two years. She enjoys teaching Preschool the most, and feels it is the perfect fit for her.  Michelle has also received her Credential in Special Education.  Michelle has been Head Teacher at Learn and Grow for three years. Michelle enjoys scrapbooking, snow boarding, and being with friends and family.



Miss Lorie
Head Teacher
At Learn and Grow since 2012
Lorie has received 3 AA Degrees and is working towards her BA in Child Psychology at Sac State. She is a certified Head Preschool Teacher and Director. She has been a Preschool Teacher for 7 years. Lorie enjoys camping with her family at the Ocean. In her spare time she loves reading, and is very excited to welcome her 1st child in May.







Miss Peggy
Teacher
At Learn and Grow since 2011
Peggy has her ECE Preschool Teaching units, and has over 18 years experience in the education field. For the last 2 years she has been a Pre-K Teacher. She is the proud mother of five almost-grown children, and loves teaching this age group.



 
Miss Christina
Teacher
At Learn and Grow since 2009
Christina has her Preschool Teaching Certificate from Sierra College. She is the proud mother of 4 amazing children. Christina is a very active mom, she loves to volunteer in classrooms at Newcastle Elementary School. She is also the Leader for her daughter's girl scout troop. Christina enjoys arts and crafts, gardening, and writing poetry.




Miss Denise
Substitute Teacher
At Learn and Grow since 2011
Denise has been married for 13 years, and has 2 boys. She enjoys arts and crafts, baking, and taking pictures. Denise also enjoys the outdoors, and likes to go camping and boating with her family. Denise spends a lot of time watching her boys skateboard and ride their BMX Bikes.



Miss Ale
R.O.P. Student Aide
At Learn and Grow since 2011
Ale is a Senior at Del Oro High School. She enjoys learning how to teach from our Learn and Grow Staff, and is working towards her completion of the R.O.P. Program. She plans on going to college and enrolling in the nursing program.  Ale helps in four of our afternoon classes and loves playing games with all of the students. Ale enjoys being with family, playing soccer, and watching movies.



OUR PHILOSOPHY

The guiding principal of Learn and Grow Preschool is that each child is unique.  Our goal is to provide a fun and safe hands on learning environment that meets your child's specific learning needs. As we love to incorporate fun and exciting activities for our students, our primary goal is to prepare them for Kindergarten, both socially and academically.

Our staff is nurturing, caring and dedicated.  They are educated and trained in Early Childhood Development and are certified in CPR and First Aid.  To ensure individual attention, we maintain a six to one ratio.

Parent Reviews:

We have had an incredibly special experience at Learn and Grow Preschool. My son Christian is going into Kindergarten and I was focused on his preparation.... learning has been so much fun for him. He has an unquenchable thirst for knowledge. At the start of the school year he was so shy and reserved. Today, we have a thriving, independent, self-sufficient little guy who enjoys writing his name, plus any other word. Going to this sweet school has given him room to expand those budding wings of his and fly as high as his imagination will take him. Thus giving him a foundation of confidence that I am proud to say didn't just come from his family's support, but from the beautiful world he has experienced this last year at Learn and Grow. Our deep gratitude and many thanks to the Learn and Grow Teachers. May all children reap such fine rewards from attending a school like Learn and Grow Preschool.
                                                                                                     Christine K.
                                                                                                     Mother of Christian K.
                                                                                                     Panda Pre-K Class

We would like to extend our gratitude and thanks for the excellent experience that Learn and Grow Preschool has provided for our son. The diversity of his learning experience and the activities that this Preschool organized, has had a very positive impact on him. We saw progress with his development every week. He clearly enjoyed going to school, and we felt completely comfortable with him being there. Thanks for the devotion, professionalism, and kindness, we could see it in every aspect of your service.

                                                                                                     Maggie L.
                                                                                                     Mother of Ryan L.
                                                                                                     Panda Pre-K Class

Learn and Grow Preschool Poem
How was Preschool, did you learn and grow?
The paint on your elbow and glitter in your hair.
The song you are singing and apple you were fed.
Show me you were immersed in the color red.

Give me a hug, let's snuggle and share.
Oh, I see your jeans have a new tear.
Pockets full of sand, cheeks rosy pink.
You played with friends, practice sharing, I think.

What's that you say, "Allie, Bubba, Catina Cat?"
You painted a kitty, let's look at that.
The chocolate cookie crumbs on you.
Tell me you are learning your letters too.

Let's clean the beans out of your backpack...
Are these numbers you wrote on the cards in this stack?
Two's a ducky, sing it again.
You know all of your numbers to ten!

It must be time for you to rest.                                                                                 Keri N.
I know today you did your best.                                                                               Mother of Sydney N.
I am amazed at how much you know.                                                                      Busy Bee Class
You are so lucky to attend Learn and Grow.

OUR CLASS ROUTINE

Parent Drop Off

Open Learning Stations/ Free Choice

Morning Circle and Review

Table Time - Academic Review & Craft

Wash Hands - Snack or Lunch Time

Outside Exploration and Feed Animals

Closing Circle and Review

Music and Movement

Table Time - Arts, Crafts, group work 

Dramatic Play

Parent Pick Up

*Daily communication with Parents*