GEM Director
Birthday: April 9th
My Favorite…
Holiday: Christmas
Drink: Vanilla Latte, Cherry Coke, Dry White
Wines
Restaurant: Cheddar's, Mt. Jacks, Red
Robin, Arni's
Snack: Cheese & crackers, Chips & Dip,
Charcuterie Boards
Meal: Italian, Mexican, Sushi, Japanese
Store: Meijer, Cato, Amazon, Fresh Thyme,
Pet stores
Book: Soap Opera Magazines
Pet: Rescue Dogs
Hobby: Crafts/Painting with a Twist
Collections: Wine/Dog Decor
About Me: I have been with Grace since 2012. I have my Child Development Associate and a Business Management degree from the University of Phoenix. I also have a Master's Teacher Certificate from Ball State. I have worked in child care since 1988. I have worked in various positions in child care over the years, from being a teacher’s assistant, lead teacher and as administrator. My husband and I have a pack of rescue dogs. I enjoy spending time with family and friends doing actives such as swimming, fishing, and boating. My husband and I enjoy hockey, baseball, football games and visiting wineries.
Assistant Director
Birthday: March 2nd
My Favorite…
Holiday: Christmas
Drink: Sugar-Free Vanilla Latte, Coke Zero
w/Vanilla
Restaurant: Riviera Maya, Longhorn
Snack: Cookies
Meal: Tacos, Stir Fry, Pizza
Store: Hobby Lobby, Maurice's, Meijer
Book: Romance Novels
Pet: I Love cats and dogs!
Hobby: Hiking, Traveling, Video Games
Collections: Books
About Me: I have been working at Grace since 2014! I started as the cook, then was the toddler teacher, and now I’m the assistant director. When I have free time I love to travel, hike, play video games, and read.
GEM Program Specialist
Birthday: July 2nd
My Favorite…
Holiday: Thanksgiving
Drink: Coke/ Caramel Frappe
Restaurant: No preference I love food Snack: Chocolate-covered pretzels
Meal: Alfredo
Store: Target
Book: Romance novels ( I love happy endings)
Pet: None but I love Giraffes
Hobby: Making memories with family
Collections: Disney movies on VHS tapes
About Me: I have been at GEM since June 2015. I love watching young children grow and learn something new each day. I am in school to earn my Associate'sassociate's degree in Early Childhood Education. When I am not working, I switch from my teacher's hat to my chaos coordinator hat and enjoy spending time with my tribe of 4 daughters
Readiness Preschool Director
Birthday: December 16th
My Favorite…
Holiday: Christmas
Drink: Unsweet Tea/Vanilla Coke/ Starbucks
Restaurant: Chipotle
Snack: Popcorn
Meal: Pasta or Mexican
Store: Hobby Lobby/ Kohls/Target/Bennett's
Book: “To Kill A Mockingbird”
Pet: Buddy (Dog)
Hobby: Scrapbooking /crafts/reading/gardening
Collections: Angels/ Snowman
About Me: I hold degrees in both Education and Theater from Purdue. I have been in the classroom for 23 years! I love the joy and liveliness that the children bring to class every day. I am a lifelong resident of Lafayette and love to spend time outside the classroom with my husband and daughter. I also enjoy reading, scrapbooking, cooking and gardening.
Readiness Assistant Teacher
Birthday: August 28th
My Favorite…
Holiday: Valentine’s Day
Drink: Sweet Tea
Restaurant: McAlister’s, Chuey’s
Snack: Anything Chocolate
Meal: Pizza, Mexican
Store: Hobby Lobby, Target
Book: Country Sampler Magazine
Pet: A dog named Louie
Hobby: Shopping, Crafting
Collections: Crocks
About Me: My name is Mrs. Baker. I have a husband named Eric , 3 daughters, and a dog named Louie. All 3 of my girls went to GEM Readiness. I have been a sub for the past few years. I love to craft and shop in my spare time. I am excited to start at Readiness with Mrs. Black.
Birthday: February 13th
My Favorite…
Holiday: Advent/ Christmas
Drink: Coffee
Restaurant: Noodles & Co./Panera
Snack: Chocolate/ Cheese Its
Meal: Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup
Store: Target/Marshalls
Book: Historical Fiction/Non-Fiction/Classic
Pet: 2 Cats
Hobby: Cross Stitch/Piano/Reading
Collections: Books
About Me: I am from Brookston, In. I am studying Elementary Education. When I’m not at work, I like to read, play piano, and bake cookies.
Birthday: October 12th
My Favorite…
Holiday: Christmas
Drink: Hot Chocolate
Restaurant: Chinese or Mexican
Snack: Cookies
Collections: Good memories with Eliseo
Pet: A dog someday
Meal: Chicken & noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans and rolls.
Store: H&M/Old Navy
Book: History/ Biography's/ current Events
Hobby: Traveling/Politics/Extreme Outdoor Sports
About Me: I ‘m mom to Eliseo, my precious son. He brings much joy to my life! I have worked with young children and babies for over 10 years. I love listening to music, reading books, playing games, and watching movies with my son. My favorite season is spring. I love watching the world come alive again, the trees getting green leaves and flowers blooming.
Birthday: August 27th
My Favorite…
Holiday: Christmas
Drink: Coffee
Restaurant: El Rodeo
Snack: Cheese
Meal: Lasagna
Store: Torrid
Book: "The Good Earth" by Pearl S. Buck
Pet: No Pets
Hobby: Cake Decorating
Collections: Magnets and Coffee Mugs
About Me: I've been feeding children since 2019. I love spending time with my son, Beau, and fiancé, Jonny. I love music, nature, and animals. My favorite place is Maine. I can't wait to take Beau and Jonny there someday.
Birthday: May 30th
My Favorite…
Holiday: Halloween
Drink: Water, Sweet Tea, Energy drinks, Coffee
Restaurant: Taste of India, Chipotle, Guac Box
Snack: Dill Pickles, Chips, Tomatoes
Meal: Pasta, Anything Veggies, Pizza
Store: Barnes & Noble, Target, Earthbound, Amused Clothing
Book: Harry Potter Series
Pet: Dog
Hobby: Games, Reading, Puzzles, Painting, Bracelet making, Legos
Collections: Board Games, Mystery Books, Vintage Shirts
About Me: I graduated from Benton Central in 2015. I enjoy playing games, building Legos, going on walks with my dog, and painting. I have worked in child care for over 7 years.
Birthday: February 20th
My Favorite…
Holiday: Halloween/Christmas
Drink: Iced Coffee
Restaurant: Cheddars or any Mexican
restaurant
Snack: Candy or chips
Meal: Steak & potatoes, Mexican food
Store: Meijer, Target
Book: Poetry Books
Pet: Millie my doggie
Hobby: Painting, decorating
Collections: Candles
About Me: I have been with Grace since 2016. Working in childcare has always been my dream job. I plan on furthering my education in childcare. I love spending time with family and friends. I also enjoy traveling, listening to music, and photography. I love working with children, and I love helping them expand their knowledge
Birthday: March 28th
My Favorite…
Holiday: Easter/ Christmas/ Halloween
Drink: Water/ Cherry vanilla coke/ Dr.
Pepper
Restaurant: Olive Garden & Texas
Roadhouse, Pepes
Snack: Chips & Salsa, Fruit
Meal: Anything pasta or Mexican
Store: Home Décor Stores/ Target
Book: Mystery
Pet: 2 Dogs
Hobby: Spending time with friends & family
Collections: Candles, wax melts
About Me: I have been working with children since 2011. My goal is to go back to school and study special education. I love working with children. I enjoy watching them grow & learn. In my free time, I love to spend time with my family and friends.
Birthday: December 2nd
My Favorite…
Holiday: Halloween, Christmas
Drink: Dr. Pepper, Tea
Restaurant: Sonic, Texas Roadhouse, Dairy Queen
Snack: Tater Tots, Jolly Ranchers
Meal: Cheeseburger, Italian/Chinese
Store: Any pet store
Book: The Hunger Games
Pet: Dog and two cats
Hobby: Reading, Video Games
Collections: Squishmallows, Teddy bears, Snow Globes
About Me: I have a dog named Rigby and two cats named Cassian and Azriel. I'm from Kentucky. I enjoy reading and playing video games.
Birthday: January 20th
My Favorite…
Holiday: Christmas
Drink: Ginger ale, Peppermint Mocha,
Gatorade
Restaurant: Red Lobster,En Lia, South Steet
Smoke House
Snack: Don't snack much
Pet: Love dogs
Meal: Shrimp, Lobster, Crab Legs, french
fries
Store: TJ Maxx, Sell It Here
Book: Dean Kountz, Stephen King
Hobby: Drawing, painting
Collections: Plants, owls, candles
About Me: I have my BA degree in Elementary Education, and I taught in California before moving back to Indiana. I have been with Grace since 1995. I have two grown children and one grandchild.
Birthday: March 20th
My Favorite…
Holiday: Halloween
Drink: Marshmallow Vanilla Coke, Code
Red
Restaurant: Olive Garden
Snack: White Cheddar Popcorn
Meal: Pasta
Store: Meijer, TJ Maxx
Book: Mystery, True Crime
Pet: Dog Named Gunpowder
Hobby: Swimming, hiking, traveling,
camping, skiing
Collections: Blankets/Candles/ Plants
About Me: I started working in childcare in 2013. I love working with children and watching them grow! In my free time I love going on hikes with my dog, going camping, and spending time with my family at the lake. I love traveling! I also enjoy snow skiing and swimming.
Birthday: January 17th
My Favorite...
Holiday: Christmas
Drink: Milk Tea
Restaurant: KFC
Snack: Banana Chips
Meal: Chicken Biryani
Store: Walmart
Book: Beauty & The Beast
Pet: Dog
Hobby: Travelling
Collections: Currency
About Me: I am Priyanka. I live in West Lafayette with my cute family. I have a husband and a child. I am a post-graduate in English Language & Literature. I also completed a bachelor's in Education in English. I have almost three years of teaching experience. I am so thrilled to restart my career with GEM after a small break.
Birthday: June 23rd
My Favorite…
Holiday: Christmas
Drink: Coke/Water
Restaurant: Applebee's
Snack: Sweet & Salty Popcorn
Meal: Noodles
Store: Meijer
Book: Not Sure
Pet: Dog (2) & cat (1)
Hobby: Camping, shopping, family time
Collections: Cow Prints
About Me: I'm a mom of two; a boy and a girl; I have been married for about a year. I love my family and cows.
Birthday: December 14th
My Favorite…
Holiday: Christmas
Drink: Peach & Mango Smoothies
Restaurant: Chipotle
Snack: Chips, Ice Cream, and Chocolate
Meal:
Store: TJ Maxx, Plato Closet
Book:
Pet:
Hobby:
Collections:
About Me: I was born in Costa Rica. I like being outdoors hiking, taking walks at a park, and relaxing by the water. I enjoy seeing sunflowers as it is my favorite plant with special meaning. Love coming alongside the children.
Birthday: December 10th
My Favorite…
Holiday: Christmas
Drink: Strawberry Lemonade
Restaurant: Olive Garden
Snack: Fruit
Meal: Pasta
Store:
Book:
Pet: 2 Dog
Hobby:
Collections:
About Me:
Birthday: December 15th
My Favorite…
Holiday: Christmas
Drink: Cherry Dr. Pepper
Restaurant: Pepe's
Snack: Dorito- Nacho Cheese, Funyuns
Meal: Breakfast, Pasta foods
Store: Bath & Body Works
Book: Mysteries
Pet: Dog
Hobby: Soccer, Dance
Collections: Magnets from different places
About Me: I have been teaching in the ECE field since 2013. I am married to my amazing husband. I love helping young minds learn new skills.
Birthday: May 30th
My Favorite…
Holiday: Christmas
Drink: Rootbeer
Restaurant: Canes
Snack: Fruit Roll-Ups
Meal: Mac & Cheese
Store: Buckle
Book:
Pet: Dog
Hobby:
Collections:
About Me: Hi my name is Maddie. I enjoy spending time with family and friends. One of my favorite things to do is go to rodeos and other things like that. If I'm not working you will definitely find me outside.
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