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Group play in the infant room
A little basketball on the toddler playground
We love to bring the classroom outdoors as the weather heats up!
Classroom BFFs!
End of the year chess tournament with our junior kindergartners
Family style dining allows us to work on all kinds of skills
Nothing better than all our friends working to build a city!
Artwork on the patio
Working on writing skills
Morning meeting in the infant room
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Each Academy is a little different. Here's what makes us unique:
Ms. Allie, Academy Director
Ms. Allie has been teaching with Kiddie Academy of O'Fallon since November 2014 & holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education.... Read More
Ms. Allie has been teaching with Kiddie Academy of O'Fallon since November 2014 & holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. "Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children, play IS serious learning." Mr. Rodgers
Ms. Alexa, Assistant Director/Academy Support Coordinator
Alexa has been teaching with Kiddie Academy of O'Fallon since August 2014 & holds a Bachelor of Science in Art Education with... Read More
Alexa has been teaching with Kiddie Academy of O'Fallon since August 2014 & holds a Bachelor of Science in Art Education with a certificate in Early Childhood Education. "The possibilities in this world are endless & it all starts with creativity & education."
Ms. Casey, Assistant Director/Infant & Toddler Supervisor
Casey has been teaching with Kiddie Academy of O'Fallon since May 2017 & holds a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education.... Read More
Casey has been teaching with Kiddie Academy of O'Fallon since May 2017 & holds a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education. "Teachers help tiny seeds grow into mighty trees."
Ms. Rachel, Assistant Director/Preschool Supervisor
Rachel has been teaching with Kiddie Academy of O'Fallon since July 2018 & holds a Bachelor of Science in English & Anthropology... Read More
Rachel has been teaching with Kiddie Academy of O'Fallon since July 2018 & holds a Bachelor of Science in English & Anthropology & a Child Development Associate. "Being an educator means giving children & families the best experience they can have in helping them grow."
Chef Celly, Food Service Manager
Chef Celly has been cooking at Kiddie Academy of O'Fallon since August 2019 & holds an Associate of Art in Culinary Arts.
Chef Celly has been cooking at Kiddie Academy of O'Fallon since August 2019 & holds an Associate of Art in Culinary Arts.
Ms. Kristin, Unit Lead
Kristin has been teaching with Kiddie Academy of O'Fallon since July 2016 & holds an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education &... Read More
Kristin has been teaching with Kiddie Academy of O'Fallon since July 2016 & holds an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education & a Child Development Associate. "Kids don't remember what you try to teach them. They remember what you are." Jim Henson
Ms Tricia, Unit Lead
Tricia has been teaching with Kiddie Academy of O'Fallon since June 2019 & holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology & is... Read More
Tricia has been teaching with Kiddie Academy of O'Fallon since June 2019 & holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology & is pursuing a Master's in Early Childhood & Family Development. "The soul is healed by being with children."
Ms. Tori, Unit Lead
Tori has been teaching with Kiddie Academy of O'Fallon since July 2016 & holds a Child Development Associate. "Education is the most... Read More
Tori has been teaching with Kiddie Academy of O'Fallon since July 2016 & holds a Child Development Associate. "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." Nelson Mandela
Ms. Michelle, Kiddie Academy of St. Louis Corporate Support Coordinator
Michelle started teaching with Kiddie Academy of St. Louis in April 2014 & holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Studies... Read More
Michelle started teaching with Kiddie Academy of St. Louis in April 2014 & holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Studies - Child Development & Associate of Arts in Child Care & Guidance. “There are two gifts we should give our children; one is roots, and the other is wings”.
Laura Eads, Operating Partner
Laura loves observing the activities, interaction and learning of young children. Their curious minds and robust spirits are a joy to nurture.... Read More
Laura loves observing the activities, interaction and learning of young children. Their curious minds and robust spirits are a joy to nurture. She especially enjoys a delightful conversation over the meaning of a favorite book or the virtues of growing a garden. Her personal experience with a structured and educationally-based pre-school and the positive experience that process created for her family, is something she wants to duplicate at Kiddie Academy. “The opportunity to impact young children with the resources of the Life Essentials program is very exciting to me.” As a working parent, she understands the level of responsibility the academy has to provide a nurturing environment to our families’ most precious assets. She will work hard to meet the whole family’s needs and will build relationships that last well beyond the preschool years. Laura has participated with PTO boards and programs throughout her children’s education. She has taught religious education at the elementary school level and helped create a weekly faith program for families. Laura has worked in professional and leadership training and human resources for more than 20 years, ten of which were with Tom at Keller Laboratories. She holds a B.S. degree from the University of Colorado and resides in Wildwood. She is married and has two adult children.
Tom Keller, Managing Partner
Tom is a father and grandfather who knows what it’s like to have a little hand reach for his, and loves to... Read More
Tom is a father and grandfather who knows what it’s like to have a little hand reach for his, and loves to hear the inquisitive questions asked by young children. He has been asked on many occasions why he has chosen to go into the child care business. His response is “because early childhood education is where children begin developing their foundation for how they will live as lifelong learners.” Professionally, Mr. Keller was CEO and President of Keller Laboratories, Inc., a dental laboratory group with offices and manufacturing in Missouri and four surrounding states. He is a firm believer in continuing education through professional leadership and personal development. A University of Kentucky graduate, Mr. Keller has participated in numerous leadership development programs and has been invited to speak at professional conferences. He lives in West St. Louis County with his wife, Marsha. They have two children and five grandchildren.
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