Glenn Staff

Fun Facts about Ms. Amy

• I learned to ride a unicycle while in college, though this skill no longer exists!

• I can whistle VERY loudly

• I spent the night in the GA Governor’s Mansion when Jimmy Carter was our governor

Teaching Philosophy

I enjoy engaging with kids through music and games. My goal for them is to love learning and themselves!

Fun Facts about Ms. Mary Katherine

• I graduated from Emory University

• I love to watch Law & Order marathons

• I drink coffee every day!

Teaching Philosophy

Children learn best through play and hands-on experiences. Children need freedom to express themselves without teacher restrictions, especially in art.

Fun Facts about Ms. Janice

• I was born and raised on the island of Guam

• My husband and I have 3 children and my 3rd child is 18 years younger than my middle child.

• I have lived in many states after leaving Guam at age 18. I lived in Colorado, Tennessee, Wisconsin, New Mexico, and now Georgia.

Teaching Philosophy

I believe that all children deserve to be part of a learning environment where they feel comfortable and welcome and where they are academically challenged, encouraged to have fun, engaged in the material, and holistically nurtured.

Fun Facts about Ms. Elizabeth

• I learned to climb and rappel when I was seven years old

• My favorite animal is the elephant

• I’m an extra in the movie Rudy

Teaching Philosophy

My number one goal is for children to love school and learning. I set high expectations for students, and help them learn and grow while using love and compassion.

Fun Facts about Ms. Emily

• I was in a body cast for hip dysplasia when I was a baby; then I went on to play softball as a catcher.

• I swam in a bioluminescent bay at night in Jamaica, which was one of the coolest experiences I’ve ever had!

• I taught in DeKalb County for ten years, teaching kindergarten, third, fourth, and special education.

Teaching Philosophy

I believe learning through play, art, and nature is very important for young minds. Helping students foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills through those modes will carry them far in school and in life!

Fun Facts about Ms. Erin

• Grew up in Miami with Cuban-born parents

• I was a Ball Girl for the US Open

• Born with an extra bone in my pinky finger 

Teaching Philosophy

Creating a welcoming and warm place for our littles to learn through exploration. “Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.”

Fun Facts about Ms. Anna

• My favorite job was a summer camp counselor for children and adults with disabilities

• I rappelled down a cliff in New Zealand in the middle of a snowstorm

• I have never eaten steak

Teaching Philosophy

I strive to create a classroom community where children feel safe, loved, and excited to explore. Early learning should provide a variety of opportunities that meet the unique interests and learning styles of each child.

Fun Facts about Ms. Emily

• I am a Registered Nurse, working in pediatrics for the past 8 years.

• I grew up on a farm.

• I love exploring nature, reading, and practicing yoga.

Teaching Philosophy

I love seeing children explore their world through play. My goal is to create an environment where they feel safe and loved.

Fun Facts about Ms. Stacy

• I love to kickbox

• I’m obsessed with art & design

• 2021 is my 25th wedding anniversary

Teaching Philosophy

Give kids an environment where they feel loved, respected, and seen and they will love learning forever.

Fun Facts about Ms. Alessandra

• I grew up in Venezuela and emigrated to The United States in 2015 when I was 20 years old.  

• My first language is Spanish. I studied English in school but my true education in language was gained watching the American television show “Friends.”

• When I was 17, during a hiking trip to Colombia, I took a mud bath inside the volcano, El Totumo.

Teaching Philosophy

Learning can be fun! I want students to feel like school, and our classroom in particular, is a home away from home, where they feel safe, seen, heard and loved. I aim to achieve this by fostering a warm and welcoming environment, where our children have the freedom to learn through play.

Fun Facts about Ms. Lani

• I love to sing and dance

• I love to read

• I am a music trivia lover

Teaching Philosophy

Spark joy in our kids through music and movement and general silliness. Provide new opportunities for learning through play each day.

Fun Facts about Ms. Erin

• I have 7 children! All from my husband and me…No twins

• I am a die-hard Notre Dame fan…and Cubs, Bears, Bulls, and Hawks :)

• Mel Gibson filmed the movie Payback at my apartment in Chicago

Teaching Philosophy

All I want is for these beautiful kids is to come to school and feel the HUGE LOVE we have for them! And to love coming to school! I treat every child exactly how I dream of how I would want a teacher to treat my very own kids. With crazy love, compassion and intention.

Fun Facts about Ms. Laura

• I have 13 tandem skydives – 5 with my husband!

• I grew up on the border of El Paso, TX and Juarez, Mexico

• I have a goldfish that is 15 years old!

Teaching Philosophy

Create and maintain a safe and loving environment that fosters exploration, expression, and FUN!

Fun Facts about Ms. Carol

• I am a “Mimi” - I have 5 grandchildren

• I love animals and nature

• I enjoy working in my garden and my yard

Teaching Philosophy

Children learn at their own pace through play and discovery. Outdoor play is excellent for both mental and physical learning.

Fun Facts about Mrs. Diana

• I was a student in four countries Romania, Greece, Germany, and California until 2005, when I’ve settled in Georgia

• I get crazy when smelling fresh baked bread

• When I was in sixth grade, I had a goose as a pet

Teaching Philosophy

I believe the classroom should be a safe and caring community where children are free to use their creativity and knowledge to achieve social and emotional stability. My motto is “let the child guide the learning with their questions and curiosity.”

Fun Facts about Ms. Laura

• I’m an only child of an only child

• Two of my daughters were born on a Friday the 13th!

Teaching Philosophy

Our goals for toddlers are separation and trust. With patience and love, we help each child successfully leave their parent to join our classroom. They learn to trust us and the classroom environment. Group social activities guide our class day.  

Fun Facts about Ms. Almaz

• I love spending time with my family

• I enjoy the beauty of nature

• I enjoy jazz music

Teaching Philosophy

My philosophy of education is that all kids are unique and must have a stimulating education where they can grow physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially.

Fun Facts about Ms. Zsuzsanna

• I come from Hungary where Christmas is 3 days long and baby Jesus brings the presents to the children

• I have been dancing (mainly ballet) since I was 4 years old

• I learned baby sign language with my daughter before she started talking

Teaching Philosophy

I try my best to give the same acceptance and loving environment to the children that my little girl got when we moved here from another continent. Every child is unique. Music, dancing and singing are the best ways to connect with each other, and through playing children can also learn, become more open and develop new skills.

Fun Facts about Ms. Sara

• I lived in Uzbekistan for two years while serving as a Peace Corps Volunteer.

• I have flown an airplane before.

• I studied ballet through college.

Teaching Philosophy

Early childhood education is so important in creating the foundation for a lifelong love of learning. I want to help create a space where children feel safe, loved, and happy, so they can feel confident in exploring their world. I want our little ones to smile when they arrive, because they know they are going to have a great day! 

Fun Fact about Ms. Hannah

• I love reading both children and adult literature.

• One of my favorite hobbies is cooking.

• I was born and raised in Atlanta.

Teaching Philosophy

I believe that school should be a place where all people, children and adults, feel safe and seen. Beyond that, school and education should be fun- an experience of laughing, learning and friendship. Play, and the joy it produces, are integral to a positive early education environment. 

Fun Facts about Ms. Corrie

• I’ve been to the Oscars twice.

• I love all kinds of animals. We have two dogs named Dexter and Pippin,  and we have a bearded dragon named Paper Cut. Hahahaha

• I love the beach and our neighborhood pool. 

Teaching Philosophy

I believe that the most important thing that children remember from school, is that they are loved, that they are special, and to always be kind. I love teaching these things through music, and one of my favorite things to do is expose the children to all different kinds of instruments, including vocals! I love children, and I believe this is the best job in the world! 

Fun Facts about Ms. Beth

• I’ve never had a cavity

• My favorite color is red

• I love to scuba dive

Fun Facts about Ms. Latise

• Played four instruments in high school and college (not at the same time)

• I am the first grandchild on both sides of my family

• Toured Greece & Italy with a choir and soloed in front of 5,000 people

Teaching Philosophy

Creating a space of security, affirmation, and acceptance encourages healthy, holistic growth for our children many years to come.

“There can be no keener revelation of a society’s soul than the way in which it treats its children”

- Nelson Mandela

Fun Facts about Ms. Alison

• I rode a camel on a trip to Morocco. 

• I love to read and collect cook books. 

• I’ve been told I look a little like Julia Roberts.