Our Teachers
Mom’s Day Out
Anna Dawson
Why do you love God?
God is my comfort and strength. God is always there for me.
Why do you love teaching?
I love to watch children grow and learn new things.
What do you like to do for fun?
I like to read and listen to music. I also like to spend time with my friends and explore new places.
Annie Royal
Why do you love God?
God helps me every day to keep going and stay strong!
Why do you love teaching?
I just love children
What do you like to do for fun?
Play with my grandkids
Arianna Norton
Why do you love God?
He is a constant comfort and support.
Why do you love teaching?
I love watching the kids learn and grow everyday and as the year goes on.
What do you like to do for fun?
I love reading, and arts & crafts.
Ashley Heida
Why do you love God?
God is all loving, all mighty and so merciful. He is always there no matter what.
Why do you love teaching?
I love all the kid energy. They are always lively and full of spunk! And kids tell the best stories.
What do you like to do for fun?
I love chasing my kids, whether it’s sports, scouts, I am always on the go! I love the outdoors and playing sports too!
Betty Garton
Why do you love God?
God is love. He is my refuge and strength.
Why do you love teaching?
I love being with the kids. There is nothing that makes me happier than a hug from a little one.
What do you like to do for fun?
Go to thrift stores and lunch with friends.
Brenda Larson
Why do you love God?
God loves everyone no matter what. Our God is so great!
Why do you love teaching?
I love to see kids grow in their knowledge and confidence.
What do you like to do for fun?
Watch my kids play sports.
Deb Essink
Why do you love God?
Because of His presence in my life, I’m able to walk through each and every day. He leads me through every situation I may face.
Why do you love teaching?
I love seeing little hearts and minds grow. Love watching how they grow from the beginning of the semester to the end.
What do you like to do for fun?
Spend time with my grandsons whether it be fishing together, watching their sports events, or just chatting about their day at school.
Dianne Meyer
Why do you love God?
Because he first loved me. I love him for his strength and guidance of each of my days.
Why do you love teaching?
Teaching children about God is a highlight of my day. I love when they really engage singing songs and creating a special project for mom.
What do you like to do for fun?
My husband and I travel. We mostly travel to see our parents or son, daughter-in-law and granddaughter. When the weather is colder we do 1000 piece puzzles.
Jodi McShannon
Why do you love God?
He is ever loving and always present.
Why do you love teaching?
I love being around the kiddos and their energy, having fun with the lessons, and sharing God’s word and love with them.
What do you like to do for fun?
I am very involved in animal rescue, love vacationing in the mountains and at the beach, scrapbooking, gardening, watching live music, hiking, spending time outdoors in nature.
Katie Fink
Why do you love God?
God is the anchor in my life. He has provided to myself and my family during the good and bad times. God is the stability in every season of my life.
Why do you love teaching?
I love being part of children’s growth and development. Watching children grow and meet new milestones is so fun! I love being a part of the family dynamic and let families know that their kids are in the best care.
What do you like to do for fun?
I like to be outside planting and being present in nature. My three kiddos play outside, the dogs run around and we enjoy outside time as much as possible. I love to shop, take photography and be with family.
Kirsten Stewart
Why do you love God?
Because God loves me! He is all powerful and all knowing & still cares for our day to day lives.
Why do you love teaching?
I love having a role in helping children learn to navigate the world they live in.
What do you like to do for fun?
I live to watch football and read books.
Kristen Hall
Why do you love God?
Because He is worthy
Why do you love teaching?
I love creating a safe, loving space for babies to grow and thrive.
What do you like to do for fun?
Camping with my husband, daughter, and two dogs.
Laine Moore
Why do you love God?
He gives me peace and comfort and is also my foundation.
Why do you love teaching?
I always want to make a positive impact on other’s lives as well as encouraging them as they learn something new.
What do you like to do for fun?
I like to go fishing, spend time with friends & family, and shop.
Lily Hugo
Why do you love God?
The Lord is my peace and my shepherd in life.
Why do you love teaching?
I love to watch children grow and play a roll in their development.
What do you like to do for fun?
In my free time I like to paint.
Megan Lally
Why do you love God?
He has given me comfort in many times of need.
Why do you love teaching?
I love watching kiddos learn and explore the world around them. Watching their little brains make connections, is so cool!
What do you like to do for fun?
I embroider, crochet, and do all artsy things. Spend time with family & friends, especially my husband and puppy.
Morgan Tevis
Why do you love God?
He models unconditional love and gives me the strength to love my children and students.
Why do you love teaching?
I love seeing the joy in every little win and big victory for each of the students. I am a small role in their big story and want to make it the best I can.
What do you like to do for fun?
Thrifting and crafting/science with my kids.
Nicole Hoogeveen
Why do you love God?
Because He loves me unconditionally and is always there for me
Why do you love teaching?
I love building relationships with my students and watching them learn and grow.
What do you like to do for fun?
I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, reading, staying active and making memories together.
Rachel Donohue
Why do you love God?
I love God because He loves unconditionally and His love never fails.
Why do you love teaching?
I have always had a passion for working with children. I love supporting children’s development and growth.
What do you like to do for fun?
I love thrifting and exploring Omaha.
Steph Varilek
Why do you love God?
I love God because I know that He loves me unconditionally in spite of all my faults.
Why do you love teaching?
I just love interacting with the toddlers and seeing their excitement when they accomplish something new! My favorite thing is reading to them and instilling a love of books! I love being able to plant little seeds of Jesus that will hopefully bloom as they continue to grow!
What do you like to do for fun?
My favorite thing is spending time with my husband and our adult children just laughing and having fun. We all have dogs so our house gets crazy when we’re all together! When I’m by myself, I love to read or write letters. I’m also a huge movie buff!
Tabitha Burnham
Why do you love God?
I love God because His love never fails, His grace never runs out, and I know I’m never alone.
Why do you love teaching?
I get to inspire others, watch them grow, and be a part of their journey.
What do you like to do for fun?
I love trying out new restaurants and going to the beach.
Tammie Wolff
Why do you love God?
I love God for all the love, grace and peace God provides me in my life.
Why do you love teaching?
I love being part of children’s faith journey, and showing them how much God loves them.
What do you like to do for fun?
I enjoy spending time with my family, and trying new recipes and collecting cookbooks.
Tori Tot
Why do you love God?
God has always been a constant in my life. He has called me to be with him and he is my beloved Father. He is a joy to serve.
Why do you love to teach?
I enjoy seeing children learn and grow. I also love teaching how to treat others with God’s love and kindness. Seeing children learn this skill is such a joy.
What do you like to do for fun?
Read to myself. Read to my children. Road trip with my family. Try new restaurants.
Trinity Dowling
Why do you love God?
Because of his unconditional love for me.
Why do you love to teach?
I love being a safe space for upset kiddos when they have to leave their loved ones for the day.
What do you like to do for fun?
Thrifting and spending time with my family.
High 5
Kendra McIvor
Why do you love God?
He loves, knows, and sees me. He saved me and I am grateful.
Why do you love to teach?
I love watching kids learn and grow.
What do you like to do for fun?
I love to read and spend time with my family.
Preschool
Ally Morris
Why do you love God?
Because he first loved me
Why do you love teaching?
A way a pour out God’s love and share the gospel
What do you like to do for fun?
Bike rides with my kids
Hannah Berglund
Why do you love God?
He is a constant comfort!
Why do you love teaching?
I love encouraging wonder in young learners! It is a joy to share God’s love with them.
What do you like to do for fun?
Run outside, play board/card games, have friends over to our house, read/listen to audiobooks
Julie Dinslage
Why do you love God?
God is holy, powerful, loving, and comforting.
Why do you love teaching?
It is truly amazing being a part of a child’s early years. Watching them learn to love learning, find joy in friendships and love Jesus is so fulfilling.
What do you like to do for fun?
I love spending time with my family and grandchildren. I enjoy reading for relaxation.
Laura Gill
Why do you love God?
He loves me unconditionally and always gives me hope when things feel uncertain.
Why do you love teaching?
I love working with kids and being part of a child’s story. Watching them grow, learn, and discover who they are is such a gift! I love getting to cheer them on and celebrate them along the way.
What do you like to do for fun?
Reading, going on walks, traveling, watching movies, spend time with my family
Morgan Tevis
Why do you love God?
He models unconditional love and gives me the strength to love my children and students.
Why do you love teaching?
I love seeing the joy in every little win and big victory for each of the students. I am a small role in their big story and want to make it the best I can.
What do you like to do for fun?
Thrifting and crafting/science with my kids.
Shannon Flaschner
Why do you love God?
God’s love and grace.
Why do you love teaching?
Our amazing kids and families!
What do you like to do for fun?
Spend time with my family.
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