Lead Teacher  |  NC Pre-K

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Hello parents, my name is Kayla Tate. I am so excited to be teaching your children! I recently received my bachelors in birth to kindergarten education from Appalachian State University in May. This past April, I got married to my husband, Joey. Some of my favorite things include spending time with family, reading, and playing with my dogs, Marley and Magnum. 

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I believe children learn best in a relaxed and engaging environment. My hope for this school year is to make all activities fun and enjoyable for all students. I also would love to create meaningful relationships with my students and their families. I can’t wait to get to know you all!

Assistant Teacher  |  NC Pre-K

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Hello! My name is Rheena Rhodes and I’m happy to have your child this year in the Pre-K class. Here is a little information about me…. Currently I have been working in childcare for over 18 years. This will be my second year working at Successful Start in the Pre-K room. Childcare is so important to me because it gives me the chance to help your child develop an array of social and learning skills that will prepare them for further education. Outside of work I am a mother of two. Son (Cody) daughter (Madison), as well as a Nana to my granddaughter Everly. Also, I enjoy spending time with family and friends. I can’t wait to meet you all!

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Substitute Teacher  |  NC Pre-K

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Dear Parents & Children: Imari Davenport: Substitute Pre-K Teacher Welcome to Pre-K! My name is Imari Davenport and I’m so excited about working with you and your children! Here is a little information about me.......... I am originally from Forest City, North Carolina. 

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In 2018, I graduated from Chase High School. Earlier this year I was the Pre-K teacher assistant of the last class and pleased to be the substitute teacher of the upcoming classes. In January 2020, I relocated to Winston Salem to attend Winston Salem State University. I am still attending majoring in Nursing with a concentration in Birth-Kindergarten. It has now been four years since I began working in childcare as I started studying in this field in my junior year of high school. Outside of work and school I enjoy baking and spending time with my younger sister who is 5 years old, as well as other family and friends. Working with children is important to me because it means helping a child development learning and social skills that will help them in their future endeavors. With it being especially important for me to interact with your child(ren), I also believe in interacting with you (Parents) as well! So excited to meet you all!

Lead Teacher (Toddler Classroom)

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Hi, my name is Brandy Roberts. I have a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from UNC Charlotte. I have worked in childcare for 9 years. I just got married in September to my husband Robie. We have a 1-year-old daughter named Rosa. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I also enjoy scrapbooking and sewing in my free time.

Lead Teacher (2’s – 3’s year olds Classroom)

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Hello, my name is Lisa Freeman and I'm excited to serve your child this school year. I've served this community since 1997 in the public-school setting at Cliffside Elementary. I later became a dual major at North Carolina Central University, in Child Development & Birth to Kindergarten. My learning philosophy is grounded in the belief that all children should be met at their learning level and the classroom should prompt a learning environment both engaging intellectually & hands on experiences.  I'm a proud mother of three children who keep me grounded. I enjoy travelling and great music.

Teacher

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Hello parents, my name is LaShaunda Blanton, and I have been working in childcare for 17 years. I am the mother of six children and three grandchildren. I have one grandchild on the way. My hobbies are walking, reading, playing games and having fun. I love taking care of your children.

Asst. Teacher (Toddler Classroom)