Ms. Norton
Pre-K Teacher
Hello, my name is Ms. Norton. A native to the Chicago area, I moved to Minnesota 10 years ago. I live with my boyfriend, John, and our 5 year old son, Jalen. I am currently attending Rasmussen College in Lake Elmo to get my A.A.S in Early Childhood Education. I have worked with children for many years and love to help them learn and grow. In my free time I love to watch and play baseball, read, BBQ with my family, and walk my bulldog Huey. |
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Mrs. Van Overmeiren
School Director
"Mrs. Van O" has her Early Childhood and Family Studies Degree. She has worked in Early Childhood Education for eight years. Prior to working here she worked as a curriculum director at the Primrose School in The Woodlands, TX. She joined our team of mothers in January with the birth of her son Zachary.
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Mrs. Vanderwerf
Assistant to the Director
Hello, my name is Erin Vanderwerf; I am originally from Mendota Heights, MN. I completed my degree in Elementary Education from Minnesota State University, Mankato (GO MAVS!). I had the opportunity to perform my student teaching in Houston, Texas. After I graduated I decided to stay in Texas a few more years. While I was there I gain tons of experience teaching 5th grade, Pre Kindergarten and 3rd grade. I am happy to be back in Minnesota and even more excited to be a part of the Primrose team here in Woodbury.
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Ms. Ammerman
Early Preschool Teacher
My name is Sherry Ammerman. I am originally from Duluth MN. I have a BA degree in Vocal Performance from the University of Minnesota Duluth. My passion is working with children! I have worked with school age children for three years in the YMCA summer programs. I also have experience working with the youth at my church teaching Sunday school. I am now leading the Explorers program here at Primrose School of Woodbury. I love music, and can speak sign language. I enjoy quilting, sewing, singing and biking. I am extremely excited to work with your children at Primrose! We have such a great time! |
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Mrs. Bauer
Preschool Teacher
I am Mrs. Bauer and I am new to Primrose School. I have a BA Degree in Early Childhood and Family Education and 13 years experience working with preschool age children. Working with young children allows you to experience the wonder of each day through their eyes! I enjoy spending time with my family, and working in my yard and garden, and cooking.
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Ms. Bender
Early Preschool Teacher
Hello, my name is Taryn Bender. I grew up in Henderson, MN and attended Minnesota State University, Mankato, where I received my Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with a pre-primary specialty. I have had the opportunity to complete two internships overseas, Germany (2007) and Italy (2009), where I worked in Child Development Centers on US ARMY installations. With 5+ years of experience working with children, I am very excited to be part of the Primrose family and I look forward to getting to know you and your children. |
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Ms. Brodsho
Preschool Teacher
Ms. Brodsho has her bachelor’s degree from St. Thomas, in Psychology with a minor in Family Studies. She is currently enrolled at the College of St. Scholastica, pursuing her Master’s degree in Education. She has a passion for children. She has several years experience working with children.
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Mrs. Burke
Young Toddler Teacher
HI! My name is Mrs. Burke. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education and have been working in child care since 1995. I live in Minneapolis with my husband and 2 of my sons, my dog and 2 cats! I have third son, who is in the Army.
Outside of Primrose School, I enjoy reading, gardening and spending time with my family. I am originally from New Jersey and love to go back there to visit whenever I get the chance. I look forward to meeting you and introducing you to the Young Toddler program at Primrose School of Woodbury.
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Ms. Casserly
Early Preschool Teacher
I am currently earning my A.A.S. Degree in Early Childhood Education at Rasmussen College. Teaching children has been my passion since I was a little girl. I have a son, two dogs named Parker and Harley, a cat named Smallz and a turtle named Rockie. We enjoy being up North at our cabin fishing, four wheeling and watching or going to sporting events. |
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Ms. Caughlan
Toddler Teacher
Hello! I’m Ms. Caughlan. I recently moved to the Woodbury area from a very small town in Illinois. I am attending college, and working toward my BA degree in Elementary Education. I have worked with young children for many years, in a daycare center, working as a preschool assistant teacher, and have also taught Sunday School and served as assistant to the children’s director at my local church.
When I am not working with children, I enjoy reading, spending time with family, craft projects, baking and playing outside. I am so happy to be part of the Primrose team, and I look forward to meeting all of you!
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Mrs. Dahlquist
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Mrs. Dahlquist has her degree in Child Development. She is a licensed Pre-Kindergarten Teacher. Mrs. Dahlquist has over 17 years of experience working with children, not to mention raising her own family!
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Ms. Danger
Preschool Teacher
Hi my name is Bobbi Jo Danger and I am very excited to be part of the Primrose staff working in the Preschool rooms. I was raised in the small town of Braham, MN with my parents on a 120 ace horse racing stable. I completed my bachelor's degree in early childhood education and elementary education at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. While in college I had the opportunity to study abroad in Australia, and would love to go back at anytime. I am now living in Hastings with Eric and our new little kitten, Leo. I enjoy pretty much all outdoor activities and spending as much time as I can with family and friends. I look forward to getting to know all of the Primrose families. |
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Ms. Ellison
Infant Teacher
Ms. Ellison has her BA in Liberal Studies and Education. She has worked with children for over 8 years. She loves being around children. We are happy to have her as part of our team.
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Ms. Fredrickson
Infant Teacher
Ms. Fredrickson is currently working on her AA in Early Childhood. She has over 5 years of experience working with children and she loves the babies the most! She is a gentle, patient teacher. She loves when the children learn new things.
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Mrs. Jurvis
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Mrs. Jurvis has a BS degree and over 11 years of experience working with children. She also has three daughters of her own. Mrs. Jurvis is a native to Woodbury.
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Mrs. Lauterbach
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Mrs. “L” has a BS degree in Elementary Education. She is licensed to teach both early childhood education and elementary aged children. Mrs. L has over 4 years of experience working with children.
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Ms. Lee
Lead Explorers Club Teacher
Hello! My name is Ms. Lee. I recently moved to Woodbury from Alexandria, MN. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and Pre-Primary Education from Southwest Minnesota State University, in Marshall, MN. This past summer, I graduated from Rassmussen College with an Associate’s Degree in Business Management and Administration. I have been working with young children for over five years and enjoy it so much! In my spare time, I spend time visiting family, being outdoors or at the lake cabin, working out, and doing puzzles of all kinds. I am excited to be a part of the Primrose family and look forward to meeting you all soon.
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Ms. Maceda
Preschool Teacher
Ms. Maceda comes to us with 2+ years experience working with children. She is a recent graduate from Rasmussen College. She is fluent in Spanish and loves to teach it to children. On her days off she enjoys horseback riding. |
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Ms. Napier
Kitchen Manager
Ms. Napier comes to us with extensive cooking experience. She worked for several years at Betty's Pies. She loves to cook and loves to see the children everyday. All the children know her name. We are so happy she is part of our Primrose family.
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Ms. Ogren
Preschool Teacher
Hello! My name is Ms. Ogren and I am very excited to be teaching in both preschool rooms. I graduated with a Batchelors Degree in Theatre, from Augustana College in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. My emphasis has been children's theatre. After working in a couple of traveling children's theatres, I am very happy to be working in a school setting with a permanant address! When I am not at Primrose you can find me hiking or visiting my family in South Dakota, which is also kind of a hike! |
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Mrs. Powell
Early Preschool Teacher
Hello, my name is Crystal Powell; I am originally from Loyal WI. I received my diploma in Child Care from Chippewa Valley Technical College in Eau Claire WI. I have been working with children since May 2000. My experience is mostly with toddlers and young preschoolers. In May of 2005 I got married to my husband David and we currently live in Vadnais Heights MN. In my spare time I love to do puzzles, go for walks and spend time with my family. I am very excited to meet all the families at Primrose.
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Ms. Rafferty
Infant Teacher
Ms. Rafferty holds an A.S. in Early Childhood Education from St. Paul College, and has more than 6 years experience in a professional child care setting working with Infants and Young Toddlers. We are happy to have her loving and nurturing our babies.
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Mrs. Ridgeman
Early Preschool Teacher
Mrs. Ridgeman was recently selected PRESCHOOL EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR 2009 by the Woodbury Area Chamber of Commerce. Congratulations!
Mrs. Ridgeman holds a bachelors degree in education from the University of WI, Whitewater. She has 4+ years teaching experience, and 12+ years parenting experience, her ability to multi-task, and positively parent (and teach) are something we could all learn from. |
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Mrs. Schulze
Private Kindergarten Teacher
Mrs. Schulze has a BS in Elementary Education. She is licensed to teach in both Minnesota and Florida. Mrs. Schulze has over 8 years of experience working with young children. Prior to becoming an Elementary Teacher, she worked with Infants and Toddlers. Mrs. Schulze has been teaching at Primrose School of Woodbury for over one year, and is leading the Primrose Private Kindergarten program. Mrs. Schulze is a joy and a delight in the classroom! |
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Ms. Schwartzbauer
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Ms. Schwartzbauer has her BS in Elementary Education. She is licensed K-8. Ms. Schwartzbauer has a variety of experience working with young children including nannying for a family of three. Ms. Schwartzbauer is a wonderful addition to our school as she is such a natural with children!
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Ms. Schwartzbauer
Early Preschool Teacher
Ms. Schwartzbauer has her Child Development Associate. She has taught infants, toddlers and early preschool in previous positions. She brings so much energy to Primrose!
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Ms. Schwebach
Toddler Teacher
Hi, my name is Ms. Schwebach. I grew up here in Woodbury and am now attending Rasmussen College, in Lake Elmo, for my AA degree in Early childhood Education. I have been working with children for over 5 years and love to see them grow and learn. In my free time I like going to sporting events and spending time with friends and family. I look forward to meeting you and your family! |
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Mrs. Thao
Young Toddler Teacher
Mrs. Thao joins us in the Infant and Toddler programs. She has 8+ years experience working with children of all ages, and 4+ years experience working with Infants. She holds an Early Childhood Lead Teacher certificate from Rasmussen College, and speaks fluent Hmong.
Happy Anniversary Mrs. Thao! We celebrated Mrs. Thao's leadership at Primrose School of Woodbury for one year in April. |
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Ms. Wolf
Toddler Teacher
Hello, my name is Ms. Brooke Wolf. I currently live in Fridley, which is the town I grew up in. I attended the University of Wisconsin, River Falls and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, with an emphasis in Early Childhood Education. I have 6 years of childcare experience. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, shopping, watching movies, reading and attending sporting events. I also love going for walks with my two dogs. I am so excited to be a part of the Primrose Team and can’t wait to get to know you and your families.
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Mrs. Wingert
Pre-K Teacher
Mrs. Wingert attended St. Cloud State University and Concordia University St. Paul where she received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education with an Early Childhood Concentration. Mrs. Wingert loves to hang out and play with her two beautiful children, shop, bake, do arts and crafts and play in her garden. Mrs. Wingert has lots of love and energy and is a wonderful addition to our teaching team. |
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Ms. Stainbrook
Early Preschool Teacher
My name is Hidy Stainbrook. I have been at Primrose since August 2010. I have obtained my CDA and have been working in childcare for 8 years. I am very excited to start the new school year! In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my daughter Kylie, hanging out with family and cheering on the Twins and Vikings. |
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