ABOUT US
ABOUT US
Quality Care from Quality Providers
Younger Toddlers
Ms. Blocker
What I love about teaching preschool is:
That I get to watch them grow mentally and physically.
The most important thing I could teach a child is:
No matter what kind of day you are having, you are loved.
What I hope my students remember about me is:
The energy I brought to the classroom.
Favorite Team:
Alabama
Favorite Snack:
Sour cream & onion chips
Favorite Quote:
Shoot for the moon and land among the stars.
Older Toddlers
Ms. Harris
What I love about teaching preschool is:
The conversations. Watching them grow. The "Aha" moments throughout the day.
The most important thing I could teach a child is:
RESPECT.
How to give hugs.
What I hope my students remember about me is:
That they learned something from me.
Favorite Team:
Booker T Washington (Wildcats)
Florida State University
San Francisco 49ers (Sourdough Sam)
Favorite Snack:
Vanilla ice cream with Lays potato chips
Favorite Quotes:
"Make it make sense."
"Common sense isn't common sense."
Toddlers
Ms. Crayton
The most important thing I could teach a child is:
Consistency and kindness.
What I hope my students remember about me:
My kindness and reliability
Favorite Snack/Beverage/Food:
Chex Mix/Cranberry Juice/
Spaghetti with bread and salad
Favorite Quote:
Isaiah 54:17
No weapon that is fashioned against you shall succeed, and you shall refute every tongue that rises against you in judgment.
This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord and their vindication from me, declares the Lord.
Older After-schoolers, Sr. Camp
Mr. Gross ("Mr. G")
What I love about teaching is:
Helping my kids learn and helping them with mental health and also making them happy!!
The most important thing I could teach a child is:
To always be yourself and do what makes you happy.
What I hope my students remember about me:
How much we laughed and how I happy I made them.
Favorite Snack:
Skittles
Favorite Quote:
"Be you for you"
Younger Two-Year-Olds
Ms. Allen
What I love about teaching preschool is:
Shaping young minds.
The most important thing I could teach a child is:
To love everyone the same no matter what.
What I hope my students remember about me is:
That I care about them always.
Favorite Team:
Miami Hurricanes
Favorite Snack/Beverage/Food:
Hot chips/Fruit punch/Wings & Lasagna
Older Two-Year-Olds
Ms. Butler
What I love about teaching preschool is:
How children are willing participants in the education process. They are eager to learn about the world just as much as I want to teach them.
The most important thing I could teach a child is:
To always do the right thing, even when you think no one is looking.
What I hope my students remember about me is:
I hope my students remember how helpful I am.
Favorite Teams:
Basketball - Lakers
Football - Patriots
Favorite Snack/Beverage/Food:
Cool Ranch Doritos/Sprite/Steak or Tacos
Favorite Quotes:
"Do it right, do it light. Do it wrong, do it long."
"Tough times don't last, but tough people do."
Two-Year-Olds (PM)
Ms. King
What I love about teaching preschool is:
I love teaching preschoolers because I am able to see the children progress and I get to receive their love everyday.
The most important thing I could teach a child is:
You are special in your own way. You can do whatever you want as long as you keep trying at it.
What I hope my students remember about me is:
I want you to be the best that you can be and that is all that matters.
Favorite Team:
New Orleans Saints
Favorite Snack/Beverage/Food:
Payday, sunflower seeds/Coke/Steak, Tacos
Favorite Quote:
"Be the change that you wish to see in the world." - Mahatma Gandhi
Three-Year-Olds
Ms. Fowler
What I love about teaching preschool is:
I love seeing the world through their eyes. Everything is new, exciting, and full of wonder. Their joy in the smallest things reminds me to slow down and appreciate life. I love being able to shape their hearts, encourage their curiosity, and watch them grow. The hugs, laughter, questions, and messes are the treasures that make this job amazing.
The most important thing I could teach a child is:
How loved they are and how to love others.
What I hope my students remember about me is:
I love, believe, and always see the best in them.
Favorite Team:
Florida Gators
Favorite Snack/Beverage/Food:
Dot's Garlic Parmesan Pretzels/
Sweet Tea/Mexican
Favorite Quote:
"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you."
Deuteronomy 3:16
Three-Year-Olds
Ms. Lavender
What I love about teaching preschool is:
Shaping young minds and teaching them to be optimistic.
The most important thing I could teach a child is:
To always try their best and never give up.
What I hope my students remember about me is:
I believe in them and know they can do or be anything.
Favorite Team:
Warriors
Favorite Snack:
Popcorn
Favorite Quotes:
"I have not failed 10,000 times - I've successfully found 10,000 ways that will not work."
Philippians 4:13 - I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Substitute
Ms. Camet
What I love about teaching preschool is:
Having such a big influence in such little humans and helping them grow and have a positive outlook on school and life.
The most important thing I could teach a child is:
To love and have respect for others.
What I hope my students remember about me is:
We had fun!
Favorite Team:
New Orleans Saints
Favorite Beverage/Food:
Dr. Pepper/Mexican and Chinese Food
VPK Wrap, Jr. Camp (PM)
Ms. Walker
What I love about teaching preschool is:
That I may be able to add a positive influence into the students' day.
The most important thing I could teach a child is:
How to value themselves.
What I hope my students remember about me is:
That I was concerned for their well-being.
Favorite Food:
Taco pie/ground turkey
VPK A Teacher, Sr. Camp
Ms. McKinley
What I love about teaching preschool is:
How happy and innocent the children are!
The most important thing I could teach a child is:
To have compassion
What I hope my students remember about me is:
How I made them laugh
Favorite Snack:
Cheese Dip
VPK A Assistant, Younger After-schoolers
Ms. Sibley
What I love about teaching preschool is:
The children are so full of life.
The most important thing I could teach a child is:
When you can be anything in the world:
Be kind!
What I hope my students remember about me is:
My purpose is to be their helper!
Favorite Snack/Beverage:
Butterfinger/Iced Coffee
Favorite Quote:
JOY =
Jesus
Others
You
VPK B Teacher, Jr. Camp
Ms. Knowles
What I love about teaching preschool is:
Their excitement about learning.
The most important thing I could teach a child is:
To love learning and to be lifelong learners.
What I hope my students remember about me is:
That I loved them enough to expect their best in all things!
Favorite Snack/Beverage/Food:
Chocolate with nuts/coffee/steak
Favorite Quote:
"The man who does not read has no advantage over the man who cannot read."
- Mark Twain
VPK B Assistant, Wrap, Jr. Camp
Ms. Green
What I love about teaching preschool is:
Their natural curiosity.
The most important thing I could teach a child is:
Empathy and kindness.
What I hope my students remember about me is:
My compassion
Favorite Teams:
Any Detroit sports team
- Lions, Tigers, Pistons, and Redwings
Michigan State Spartans - Go Green!
Favorite Beverage:
Coffee & Diet Coke
VPK C Teacher, Sr. Camp
Ms. Gaddy
What I love about teaching preschool is:
They always make me laugh, and we get to do so many fun activities together.
The most important thing I could teach a child is:
Think for yourself
What I hope my students remember about me is:
That I loved them
Favorite Team:
Georgia Bulldogs
Favorite Snack/Beverage:
Chewing gum/Starbucks
Favorite Quote:
"Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind." - Dr. Seuss
VPK C Assistant, Sr. Camp
Ms. Baker
What I love about teaching preschool is:
There is no better feeling than seeing the “wow” in a child’s eyes the first time they accomplish something new.
The most important thing I could teach a child is:
Be kind! Treat people how you want to be treated!
What I hope my students remember about me is:
I gave them lots of hugs!
Favorite Snack/Food/Beverage:
Anything healthy and of course coffee, is there anything better than Starbucks?!
Owner/Director
Ms. Barksdale
What I love about providing quality preschool care:
Watching the children grow and blossom
The most important thing we could teach a child is:
To not be afraid to ask a question, to try their best, and to be kind
What I hope students remember about Grace Child Development Center:
I hope that students will remember feeling safe, happy, and loved.
Favorite Team:
I don't have a favorite team but I cheer for my husband's favorite team: The University of Miami.
Favorite Snack:
Fruit
Favorite Scripture/Quotes/Philosophy:
- Jeremiah 29:11
- Everyone is a genius. But, if you judge a fish by it's ability to climb a tree, it will live it's whole life believing it is stupid.
- "Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." - Martin Luther King, Jr.
Assistant Director
Ms. Williamson
What I love about providing quality preschool care:
How the days are never the same!
The most important thing I could teach a child is:
No matter how rough times can be, always shine!
What I hope my students remember about me is:
How fun and goofy I am!!
Favorite Team:
Georgia Bulldogs
Favorite Snack/Beverage/Food:
I love all food!!
Favorite Quote:
Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game.
Cook
Ms. Tanya
What I love about preschool is:
The joy the children give unconditionally
- a smile, laugh, or a hug
The most important thing I could teach a child is:
Be proud of who you are
What I hope the children remember about me is:
My love and appreciation for them
Favorite Team:
FSU - Go Noles! Fear the Spear!
Favorite Snack/Beverage/Food:
Turtle Chocolate/Sprite/Italian Food
Favorite Quote:
"You will face many defeats in life, but never let yourself be defeated." - Maya Angelou
Assistant Director
Ms. Holdsworth
What I love about providing quality preschool care:
The opportunity to be a loving, positive role model in young children's daily lives
The most important thing I could teach a child is:
To treat all people with respect, and to make good choices
What I hope my students remember about me is:
My compassion for people and a contagious love of learning
Favorite Team:
Florida Gators
Favorite Snack/Beverage:
Reese's Take 5/Orange Soda, Coffee
Favorite Quote:
Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.