Ms. King has been a critical part of our Leadership Team since we opened our doors to families. Her dedication to our school and love for the mission and beliefs of Primrose Schools is part of what makes her a strong member of our Leadership Team. She is always motivating teachers and engaging with children all while making sure our school operates to our high standards on a daily basis

She possesses almost 15 years of experience in early childhood education and holds a Bachelor of General Studies with emphasis in Child Family Development and English. Her overflowing love for children and ability to know each of them on a personal level makes her heart shine through.  In her spare time she enjoys spending time outside, reading and experimenting with new recipes.

Mrs. Raelynn, our Education Coach, brings over six years of teaching experience, along with two years of experience as an Education Coach and additional leadership experience. She holds an Associate of Arts degree in Education and is passionate about supporting children, teachers, and families each day.

Her favorite part of working with children is hearing their funny stories and watching them grow and succeed. Outside of school, Mrs. Raelynn enjoys taking walks with her husband and their two dogs, Auggie and Lucy, as well as completing puzzles. Known for her organization and positive attitude, she loves providing support, guidance, and a little sunshine to every child, family, and staff member at Primrose.

With 15 years of experience in early childhood education, Ms. Rose holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Environmental Sciences with a focus on Child Development. She finds joy in watching children learn new things and grow in confidence.

Her favorite children’s book is If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, and Christmas is her favorite holiday. In her personal time, Ms. Rose enjoys spending quality time with friends and family.

Ms. Marcia brings 4 years of child-care experience and holds an Associate of Applied Science degree in Computer Science with a focus on Systems Analysis and Programming. She loves watching children grow and discover new skills.

Her favorite book is Oh, the Places You’ll Go! and Christmas is her favorite holiday. Ms. Marcia values family dinners as a special tradition. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, reading books, and watching movies and shows.

Ms. Jenni has an impressive 27 years of experience working with children. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Literacy and Psychology. Her favorite part of teaching is watching children reach new milestones.

She loves reading The Little Mouse, The Red Ripe Strawberry, and The Big Hungry Bear and enjoys celebrating Halloween. One of her favorite traditions is spending summers at the lake. At home, she has two cats, Figaro and Poppy. In her personal time, Ms. Jenni enjoys spending time with her daughter, visiting Disney, doing puzzles and needlepoint, watching movies, and relaxing.

Mrs. Madisen has 13 years of child care experience and holds an Associate’s degree in Elementary Education. She treasures building special bonds with children while supporting their learning and development.

Her favorite children’s book is I Love You, Stinky Face, and she enjoys both Thanksgiving and Christmas. A favorite family tradition includes cozy “picnic nights” with her husband and daughter—ordering takeout, building forts, and watching movies—as well as baking cookies during the holidays. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, shopping, and dining out.

Ms. Brooke Herrmann, our Resource Teacher, brings five years of experience working with children through Adventure Club and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Digital Marketing. She loves children’s imaginations and enjoys watching them learn, grow, and express their creativity every day.

Outside of the classroom, Ms. Herrmann enjoys reading, watching movies, spending time with family and friends, and exploring new places around town. She also loves spending time with her two dogs, King and Ellie. As a Resource Teacher, Ms. Herrmann is excited to support children and teachers throughout the school while helping create a fun, engaging learning environment.

Ms. River brings over two years of child care and teaching experience, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education. She is passionate about supporting children as they grow, learn, and build meaningful relationships with their peers.

Her favorite children’s book is The Bad Seed, and Thanksgiving is her favorite holiday. One of her most cherished family traditions is opening Christmas presents at midnight.

At home, Ms. River enjoys spending time with her chocolate Labrador, Axel. In her personal time, she loves reading, taking nature walks, and listening to music.

Mrs. Sreelatha has 4 years of experience working with children. She finds working with children to be a truly wonderful and rewarding experience.

Her favorite children’s book is The Cat in the Hat, and Christmas is her favorite holiday. She celebrates Diwali at home and enjoys the family tradition of Bhathukamma. Mrs. Sreelatha speaks Telugu and English and loves spending time with her family.

Mrs. Lauren Scott brings 10 years of teaching experience and holds a degree in Communications. She has a passion for early childhood education and loves watching children learn, grow, and reach new milestones each day. Mrs. Scott’s favorite children’s book is The Very Hungry Caterpillar, and she enjoys sharing her love of reading with her students. Outside of the classroom, she loves spending time with her family and friends. She is most excited about getting to know the children and families in her classroom and creating a warm, welcoming environment for everyone.

Ms. Hope brings three years of teaching experience and holds an associate degree in Cardiopulmonary Science. She loves watching children experience those exciting “light bulb” moments and seeing their minds grow as they discover new things each day.

Ms. Hope’s favorite holidays are Halloween and St. Patrick’s Day. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with her child, camping, floating on the river, creating graphic art and designs, and watching movies. We are so excited to have Ms. Hope sharing her passion for learning and helping our students grow this school year!

Ms. Kendall Jolley brings over three years of teaching experience and holds an Associate degree in Arts. She is currently pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Child Development. Ms. Jolley loves watching children reach new milestones and grow in confidence as they learn new skills each day.

Her favorite children’s book is Fox in Socks, and she enjoys bringing fun and creativity into the classroom. Outside of school, Ms. Jolley loves coloring, watching Disney movies, and swimming. She is most excited about meeting all of the children, building relationships with their families, and helping each child have a successful year.

Ms. Allyson has 10 years of experience and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Human Services. She loves having conversations with children and finds joy in the time spent with them each day.

Her favorite children’s book is The Hippopotamus Ate the Teacher, and she enjoys celebrating Christmas and the Fourth of July. In her free time, Ms. Allyson enjoys reading and sewing.

Ms. Ebony brings 11 years of teaching experience, holds an English Language Arts (ELA) certificate and teachers Middle School English during the school year. She loves children’s silly personalities, helping build strong character, and witnessing those unforgettable “light bulb” moments when learning comes to life.

Her favorite children’s books are the Junie B. Jones collection, and she especially enjoys celebrating birthdays. During her free time, Ms. Ebony loves reading, traveling, writing, connecting with people, and spreading joy wherever she goes. We are so happy to have her sharing her passion for learning with our students this summer!

Mrs. Erin has 8 years of experience and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Education. She loves seeing children’s smiles and knowing she is making a positive impact in their lives.

Her favorite book is I’ll Love You Forever, and Halloween is her favorite holiday. A cherished family tradition is watching holiday movies together. Mrs. Erin has a cat named Mocha and enjoys painting in her free time.

Ms. Sunny brings 6 years of teaching experience and is currently attending Murray State University. She loves watching children’s brains “turn on” as they discover new concepts and experience those amazing moments when learning clicks.

Ms. Sunny’s favorite children’s book is If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, and her favorite holiday is the 4th of July. She is also a proud dog mom to two dogs, Slim and Babe.

Outside of school, Ms. Sunny enjoys going to concerts, spending time with friends and family, enjoying the outdoors, and getting creative through coloring and other artistic activities. We are so excited to have Ms. Sunny sharing her passion for learning and creating meaningful experiences with our students this summer and through the holiday breaks!

Ms. Ana brings nearly four years of teaching experience and holds a bachelor’s degree in Communication. She loves being a safe space where children feel seen, heard, and supported while they learn and grow. Ms. Ana’s favorite children’s books are the Gerald and Piggie series. She is most excited for this school year because she can’t wait to get to know each child and family, have fun while learning, and experience new adventures together.

When she’s not at school, Ms. Ana enjoys listening to music, crocheting, coloring, working on puzzles, and dancing. We are thrilled to have her as part of our Primrose School of Ballwin team this year!

Ms. Madi has 10 years of experience and holds a North American Montessori Certification. She loves watching children’s personalities grow.

Her favorite book is The Good Egg, and Christmas is her favorite holiday—especially gift-giving. A favorite family tradition is an annual Christmas trip to Indiana. Ms. Madi has three dogs—Lenny, Butch, and Spike—and a bearded dragon named Chompy. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and close friends.

Mrs. LeeAnn has 5 years of experience and some college coursework. She enjoys fostering connections with children and supporting their creativity.

Her favorite book is Where the Wild Things Are, and Halloween is her favorite holiday. She celebrates Christmas and Thanksgiving at home and speaks both English and Spanish. Mrs. LeeAnn has three dogs—Daphne, Sedrick, and Aziz—along with fish and a snail. In her free time, she enjoys reading, cooking, hiking, and gardening.

Mrs. Belinda has 22 years of experience and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. She loves getting to know children through conversation and listening to their stories.

Her favorite books include Junie B. Jones and any book she can sing. Christmas is her favorite holiday, and she enjoys an all-night Black Friday shopping tradition. Mrs. Belinda speaks English,  has a dog named Luna and enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, singing at church, shopping, thrifting, watching TV, and spending time with family.

Ms. Molly has 5 years of experience and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Child Development. She loves seeing children smile when talking about their interests.

Her favorite books are the Junie B. Jones series, and Christmas is her favorite holiday. She celebrates German festivals in honor of her grandmother. In her personal time, Ms. Molly enjoys spending time with her niece at parks and playgrounds and being outdoors.

Ms. Lindsay has 4 years of child care experience and loves watching children learn and grow while sharing her love of Disney.

Her favorite book is Alice in Wonderland, and Halloween is her favorite holiday. A cherished family tradition is going on Disney cruises every year. Ms. Lindsay speaks English and has a black cat named Judas. In her personal time, she enjoys thrifting, seeing movies, and traveling on Disney cruises.

Ms. Ana has over 10 years of experience working with children and holds an Associate’s degree. She is passionate about forming meaningful relationships with both children and families.

Her favorite children’s book is Sam and the Firefly, and Christmas is her favorite holiday. She celebrates Día de los Muertos at home and enjoys opening Christmas gifts on Christmas Eve as a family tradition. Ms. Ana speaks both English and Spanish and has three Shih Tzus—Feebee, Freddy, and Teddy. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, going on walks, and creating art.

Ms. Meghan brings 12 years of child care experience and loves seeing children develop their unique personalities.

Her favorite children’s books are the Pete the Cat series, and Halloween is her favorite holiday. She celebrates Jewish holidays at home and enjoys helping make Thanksgiving dinner as a family tradition. Ms. Meghan has two cats, Fang and Stone. In her personal time, she enjoys playing video games, watching movies with her boyfriend, and shopping.

Mr. Kyle Robinson brings three years of teaching experience and holds a degree in Elementary and Special Education. He is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and enjoys helping each child learn, grow, and build confidence every day.

His favorite children’s book is Where the Wild Things Are, and he loves creating a fun, supportive learning environment where children can thrive. Outside of the classroom, Mr. Robinson enjoys biking, skiing, and spending quality time with his friends and family.

Ms. Taliena has over two years of teaching experience.She is currently attending college to complete her degree in Early Childhood Education and Occupational Therapy.

Her favorite part of working with children is watching each child’s unique talents and creativity shine. One of her favorite children’s books is If You Give a Mouse a Cookie. Outside of the classroom, Ms. Taliena enjoys studying for school, spending time with friends and family, and camping.

She became a teacher because she loves helping children learn, grow, and achieve great things while supporting those who need it most.

Ms. Makenzie brings 6 years of teaching experience and loves watching children learn and grow while experiencing each new day alongside them.

Ms. Makenzie’s favorite children’s book is Green Eggs and Ham, and her favorite holidays are Christmas and Halloween. Outside of school, she enjoys shopping, taking her dogs on walks, and going camping. We are so excited to have Ms. Makenzie sharing her passion, creativity, and love for children with our students this year!

Ms. Sohpia Kenow brings almost one year of teaching experience and has a passion for working with children of all personalities and ages. She loves watching her students grow, learn, and build confidence each day. One of her favorite things to share with her class is reading Pete the Cat books together!

Outside of the classroom, Ms. Kenow enjoys going to the gym and spending quality time with her family, friends, and her dog, Raven.

Mrs. Mariam brings 20 years of child care experience and has completed higher education. She loves singing with children and sharing stories during reading time.

Her favorite children’s book is The Three Little Pigs, and Thanksgiving is her favorite holiday. She celebrates Ramadan and enjoys family pizza and movie nights as a favorite tradition. Mrs. Mariam speaks Arabic and English. In her personal time, she enjoys spending time with her family, walking, and cooking.

Ms. Oomae has 2 years of experience and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Speech and Language Hearing Sciences. She loves watching children learn, grow, and experience new things, and enjoys their fun, energetic personalities.

Her favorite children’s book is Chicka Chicka Boom Boom. She celebrates Eid and enjoys the family tradition of getting a sweet treat when dining out. Ms. Oomae speaks English, Urdu, and Punjabi. In her free time, she enjoys baking, painting, reading, going on walks, and spending time with family and friends.

Mrs. Sarah has over 8 years of experience in child care and holds a Master’s degree in Elementary Education with an Early Childhood Education degree. She loves having the opportunity to watch children grow and truly enjoys experiencing their excitement when they learn something new.

Her favorite children’s book is Hip Hip Hooray, It’s Grandparents Day, and Christmas is her favorite holiday. A favorite family tradition is going camping together. At home, Mrs. Sarah has a dog named Cookie. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, playing games, reading, and crafting.

Ms. Nancy has 21 years of experience in child care and holds an Associate’s degree in Business. She loves building special bonds with children and enjoys that every day is different—especially the snuggles.

Her favorite children’s book is Llama Llama Red Pajama, and Halloween is her favorite holiday. A favorite family tradition is visiting Great Wolf Lodge together. At home, Ms. Nancy has a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Milo. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her daughter, swimming, relaxing, and watching shows and movies.

Ms. Lacy Beckett brings eight years of teaching experience and holds degrees in Elementary Education, Special Education, and English Literature. She is passionate about helping children discover the world around them and loves watching them reach new goals and milestones each day.

Ms. Beckett’s favorite children’s book is Chrysanthemum, and she enjoys fostering a love of learning through stories and hands-on experiences. Outside of the classroom, she loves spending time with her family and siblings, reading, hiking, painting, and going on camping trips during the summer. She also enjoys life with her three pets—her dogs, Ryker and Apollo, and her cat, Darwin.

Ms. Ashley Lyons brings over four years of teaching experience and has a passion for helping children learn, grow, and flourish each day. She loves creating engaging learning experiences that encourage curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning.

Her favorite children’s book is Oh, the Places You’ll Go!, and she is excited to meet all of the children and families while building meaningful relationships with students, parents, and fellow staff members. Outside of the classroom, Ms. Lyons enjoys spending time at the lake, camping, tackling DIY projects, making crafts, and playing volleyball and softball.

Ms. Melany Santos brings over a year of teaching experience and has a passion for working with young children. She loves interacting with her students and enjoys watching them learn, grow, and develop new skills each day.

Her favorite children’s book is Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, and she enjoys sharing her love of reading with her class. Outside of the classroom, Ms. Santos loves reading, baking, and spending time with her two dogs, Bonnie and Roberto.

Ms. Madison Decker brings six years of experience working with children and families and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Bioethics/Health Studies. She has a passion for supporting children as they grow, especially enjoying watching them gain independence and confidence each day. Outside of the classroom, Ms. Decker loves spending time with her five cats and two dogs. In her free time, she enjoys reading, watching shows, playing video games, hiking, photography, and hanging out with friends.

Mrs. Christy studied at Northwest and Sanford Brown College and enjoys watching children grow, progress, and succeed.

Her favorite children’s book is Green Eggs and Ham, and she loves celebrating birthdays and Christmas. A favorite family tradition is taking trips to the lake. Mrs. Christy speaks English and has two dogs, Hank and River, and a cat named Sophia. In her personal time, she enjoys going out to dinner and listening to all types of music.