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Ms. Savannah Archambault
12 Years of ExperienceJoined 2018
Ms. Savannah Archambault
Center Director

Hello! My name is Savannah Archambault and I look forward to helping support and guide my Primrose team in creating a nurturing, positive learning environment for our students, as well as developing trusted relationships with our Primrose families and staff. I am from Cartersville, Georgia and come to Primrose East Lake with 10 delightful years of Primrose experience both in and out of the classroom. When I’m not at the school I enjoy hiking, kayaking, traveling to new places, and spending time with my family and friends. I’m most excited about working with our team to ensure the children, families, and staff all receive the best Primrose experience. If you ever need to get in touch, please don’t hesitate to call, email, or stop by!

 

 

 

Ms. Emmie Myrick
8 Years of ExperienceJoined 2022
Ms. Emmie Myrick
Assistant Director

Hello! My name is Emmie Myrick, and I look forward to getting to know you and your family as you become a member of the Primrose family. I strive to support our Primrose team to create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment where children can explore, learn, and have fun! I am from Buford, Georgia and have been with Primrose School at East Lake since 2022. When I’m not at the school, I enjoy playing board games, exploring new restaurants, and watching movies with my family. What excites me the most about this year is getting to build trusted relationships with our families and staff to ensure everyone has the best experience here at Primrose School at East Lake!

Ms. Carmen Perez
37 Years of ExperienceJoined 2007
Ms. Carmen Perez
Infant Lead Teacher

I’m Ms. Carmen, and I am from the Dominican Republic! I am looking forward to getting to know you!

At Primrose, we’re more than a team of childcare specialists. We’re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

  • Child Care/Teaching Experience: I started working with children in 1989 in the Dominican Republic before moving to the United States.
  • Education: I graduated high school in the Dominican Republic and went to undergraduate college at UASD.
  • Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I enjoy watching them grow and learn to reach different milestones.
  • Favorite Children’s Book: Brown Bear, Brown Bear What Do You See?
  • Favorite Holiday: Christmas
  • Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: Independence Day, Carnival, and Holy Week
  • Favorite Family Tradition: Dia de los Reyes (Three Kings Day)
  • Languages Spoken in the Home: Spanish
  • Pets in the Home: I have a dog named Milo.
  • In My Personal Time, I Like To: Spend time with family, shop, and go out to restaurants
Ms. Shari Jeter
Joined 2004
Ms. Shari Jeter
Toddler Lead Teacher

I’m Ms. Shari, and I and from New York.

At Primrose, we’re more than a team of childcare specialists. We’re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

  • Child Care/Teaching Experience: I have 21 years of childcare and teaching experience.
  • Favorite Thing About Working with Children: making an impact on children’s lives by building safe bonds with them, helping them grow, learn, and achieve their milestones.
  • Favorite Children’s Book: Brown Bear
  • Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving
  • Languages Spoken in the Home: English
  • Pets in the Home: Two pit bull dogs named Nyla and Scar
  • In My Personal Time, I Like To: spending time with my children
Ms. Cecily Johnson
11 Years of ExperienceJoined 2023
Ms. Cecily Johnson
Early Preschool Lead Teacher

I’m Ms. Cecily (or Ms. Cece), and I am from Mississippi. I am looking forward to getting to know you!

At Primrose, we’re more than a team of childcare specialists. We’re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

  • Child Care/Teaching Experience: I have 8 years of various childcare experience. I have been with Primrose East Lake since 2023!
  • Education: I am currently working on my CDA!
  • Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love to see them grow and reach new milestones.
  • Favorite Children’s Book: Miss Nelson is Missing
  • Favorite Holiday: Christmas
  • In My Personal Time, I Like To: Spend time with my children, trying new restaurants, reading, and doing crossword puzzles
Ms. Michelle Rogers
22 Years of ExperienceJoined 2011
Ms. Michelle Rogers
Preschool 1 Lead Teacher

I’m Ms. Michelle, and I am from Dillon, South Carolina. I am looking forward to getting to know you!

At Primrose, we’re more than a team of childcare specialists. We’re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

  • Child Care/Teaching Experience: I have over 20 years of childcare experience.
  • Education: I have my Child Development Associate.
  • Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love getting to know them and their families while helping them reach their developmental milestones.
  • Favorite Children’s Book: We’re Going on a Bear Hunt
  • Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving
  • Favorite Family Tradition: Spending time with family during the holidays
  • Languages Spoken in the Home: English
  • In My Personal Time, I Like To: Spend time with family relaxing and watching movies.
Ms. Tamara Hutchins
32 Years of ExperienceJoined 1998
Ms. Tamara Hutchins
Preschool 2 Lead Teacher

I’m Ms. Hutchins, and I am from Marietta, Georgia. I am looking forward to getting to know you!

At Primrose, we’re more than a team of childcare specialists. We’re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

  • Child Care/Teaching Experience: I have 29 years of childcare and teaching experience. I have been with Primrose East Lake since 1998!
  • Education: I currently have my Equivalent Child Development Associate.
  • Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Making an impact on children’s lives by building a safe bond with each of the children to help them grow, learn, and achieve their everyday milestones.
  • Favorite Children’s Book: Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
  • Favorite Holiday: Christmas and Thanksgiving
  • Favorite Family Traditions: Spending time and exchanging gifts on Christmas Eve
  • Languages Spoken in the Home: English
  • In My Personal Time, I Like To: Spending time with family and friends, shopping, relaxing at home, bowling, and trying new restaurants
Ms. Amanda Sokol
24 Years of ExperienceJoined 2018
Ms. Amanda Sokol
Private Pre-Kindergarten 1 Lead Teacher

I’m Ms. Amanda, and I am from California. I am looking forward to getting to know you!

At Primrose, we’re more than a team of childcare specialists. We’re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

  • Child Care/Teaching Experience: I have 14 years of childcare and teaching experience. I have been with Primrose East Lake since 2018!
  • Education: I have a Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education
  • Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love their excitement in sharing what they have learned and know.
  • Favorite Children’s Book: Bob the Builder, Curious George, any Dr. Suess
  • Favorite Holiday: Christmas Eve because we do family karaoke
  • Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: Diwali- Hindu Festival of Light, Lent/Easter
  • Favorite Family Tradition: Birthday dinners with family eating homemade carrot cake
  • Languages Spoken in the Home: American Sign Language and English
  • Pets in the Home: I have two cats named Velociraptor and Val
  • In My Personal Time, I Like To: Play outside, hike, swim, kayak, and go to the ocean with my children
Ms. Shabana Husain
27 Years of ExperienceJoined 2019
Ms. Shabana Husain
Private Pre-Kindergarten 2 Lead Teacher

I’m Ms. Shabana, and I am from Pakistan! I am looking forward to getting to know you!

At Primrose, we’re more than a team of childcare specialists. We’re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

  • Child Care/Teaching Experience: I have 25 years of childcare and teaching experience.
  • Education: I have a Bachelor’s Degree from Pakistan and an Associates from the United States
  • Favorite Thing About Working with Children: They are sweet, honest, and straight forward with you! They also tell you funny stories.
  • Favorite Children’s Book: The Giving Tree
  • Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving
  • Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: Eid-al-Fitr after Ramadan
  • Favorite Family Tradition: Vacationing together every year
  • Languages Spoken in the Home: English and Urdu
  • In My Personal Time, I Like To: Play with my grand babies and travel
Ms. Keionna Williams
6 Years of ExperienceJoined 2024
Ms. Keionna Williams
Infant Support Teacher

I’m Ms. Keionna, and I and from Atlanta, Georgia.

At Primrose, we’re more than a team of childcare specialists. We’re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

  • Child Care/Teaching Experience: I have several years of childcare experience.
  • Education: High School Diploma
  • Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love watching the children reach new milestones.
  • Favorite Children’s Book: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
  • Favorite Holiday: Christmas
  • Languages spoken in your home: English
  • Favorite Family Tradition: Family reunions and Cook-outs
  • In My Personal Time, I Like To: shop, pamper myself, and sing karaoke.
Ms. Margaret Snyman
Joined 2025
Ms. Margaret Snyman
Infant Support Teacher

Let’s get to know each other.

I’m Ms. Margie, and I am from Salisbury (Harare), Zimbabwe.

At Primrose, we’re more than a team of childcare specialists. We’re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

  • Child Care/Teaching Experience: I am a mother and grandmother.
  • Education: I was educated in Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe).
  • Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I loving sharing and receiving the affectionate love, smiles, and hugs while watching them grow and develop daily.
  • Favorite Children’s Book: The Three Little Pigs
  • Favorite Holiday: Seaside/ Our Beach Holiday
  • Languages spoken in your home: English
  • Favorite family tradition: I love getting the family together to celebrate Christmas & Jesus’ birth  in very special ways.
  • In My Personal Time, I Like To: sew, knit, & enjoy time with my daughter & granddaughter watching Christian TV and listening to Christian music.
Ms. Deborah Henriques Neves
1 Year of ExperienceJoined 2025
Ms. Deborah Henriques Neves
Infant Support Teacher

Let’s get to know each other.

I’m Ms. Deborah, and I was born in Georgia but was raised in Belo Horizonte, Brazil.

At Primrose, we’re more than a team of childcare specialists. We’re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

  • Child Care/Teaching Experience: I have worked in my church’s childcare from a very young age.
  • Education: High School Diploma and will start at KSU in the Fall!
  • Favorite Thing About Working with Children: seeing their beautiful smiles and getting to see them explore the world.
  • Favorite Children’s Book: The Little Prince” that my grandma would read to me
  • Favorite Holiday: Christmas
  • Favorite Family Tradition: church every Sunday together
  • Languages Spoken in the Home: English and Portuguese
  • In My Personal Time, I Like To: watch TV shows, read, spend time with friends, and go to church
Ms. Trista Rouse
8 Years of ExperienceJoined 2024
Ms. Trista Rouse
Toddler Support Teacher

I’m Ms. Trista, and I am from Jonesboro, Arkansas. I am looking forward to getting to know you!

At Primrose, we’re more than a team of childcare specialists. We’re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family!

  • Child Care/Teaching Experience: I have about 3 years of various childcare experience in church Sunday school.
  • Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love watching them grow and seeing their smiles when they understand something new.
  • Favorite Children’s Book: Green Eggs and Ham
  • Favorite Holiday: Halloween
  • Favorite Family Tradition: Church Potluck on Christmas
  • Languages Spoken in the Home: English and Portuguese
  • Pets in the Home: I have a cat named Binx
  • In My Personal Time, I Like To: Spend time with family and go to the park with my niece
Ms. Stephanie Jairala
25 Years of ExperienceJoined 2025
Ms. Stephanie Jairala
Early Preschool Support Teacher

I’m Ms. Stephanie, and I am from New York.

At Primrose, we’re more than a team of childcare specialists. We’re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

  • Child Care/Teaching Experience: I have 25 years of childcare experience working with infants, two-, and three-year-old children.
  • Education: Chattahoochee Technical College
  • Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love spending time with them teaching, reading, and playing games.
  • Favorite Children’s Book: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
  • Favorite Holiday: Christmas
  • Favorite Family Tradition: gathering all together for birthdays and Christmas
  • Languages Spoken in the Home: Spanish
  • Pets in your home: No pets of our own, but we are big dog lovers!
  • In My Personal Time, I Like To: watch movies, go hiking, and spend time with friends and family
Ms. Irene Wizzard
Joined 2019
Ms. Irene Wizzard
Infant Support Teacher

I’m Ms. Irene, and I am from Jamaica! I am looking forward to getting to know you!

At Primrose, we’re more than a team of childcare specialists. We’re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

  • Child Care/Teaching Experience: I have had several years of childcare experience as a Sunday school teacher.
  • Education: I graduated from Oberlin High School in Jamaica
  • Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love watching them grow and explore new adventures
  • Favorite Children’s Book: Brown Bear, Brown Bear What Do You See?
  • Favorite Holiday: Christmas
  • Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: First day of the week where we praise and worship God
  • Favorite Family Tradition: Spending special days to go to church
  • Languages Spoken in the Home: English
  • In My Personal Time, I Like To: Spend time reading “The Word of God,” meditating, cooking, and spending time with family and loved ones.
Ms. Maria Marcano
1 Year of ExperienceJoined 2025
Ms. Maria Marcano
Support Teacher

I’m Ms. Maria, and I am from Venezuela.

At Primrose, we’re more than a team of childcare specialists. We’re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

  • Child Care/Teaching Experience: I have experience with children of all ages from babysitting.
  • Education: I graduated from Milton High School!
  • Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love the days filled with imaginative play and learning.
  • Favorite Children’s Book: Winnie the Pooh
  • Favorite Holiday: Halloween
  • Favorite Family Tradition: Cooking traditional Venezuelan food on Christmas Eve
  • Languages Spoken in the Home: Spanish and English
  • In My Personal Time, I Like To: Practice photography and drawing
Ms. Hailey Gonzalez
3 Years of ExperienceJoined 2024
Ms. Hailey Gonzalez
Preschool 2 Support Teacher

I’m Ms. Hailey, and I am from Calhoun, Georgia. I am looking forward to getting to know you!

At Primrose, we’re more than a team of childcare specialists. We’re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

  • Child Care/Teaching Experience: I’ve been working with children for about 2 years!
  • Education: I have my TCC in Early Childhood Education
  • Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I enjoy getting them prepared for Pre-K.
  • Favorite Children’s Book: Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes
  • Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving
  • Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: Celebrating Christmas on Christmas Eve and eating grapes on New Year’s Eve
  • Favorite Family Tradition: Eating tamales and ponche
  • Languages Spoken in the Home: Spanish and English
  • Pets in the Home: I have one cat and one dog
  • In My Personal Time, I Like To: Spend time with my grandparents and trying new foods
Ms. Carson Taylor
3 Years of ExperienceJoined 2023
Ms. Carson Taylor
Support Teacher

I’m Ms. Carson, and I am from Peachtree City, Georgia. I am looking forward to getting to know you!

At Primrose, we’re more than a team of childcare specialists. We’re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

  • Child Care/Teaching Experience: I’ve had lots of experience with babysitting growing up, but this is my first time in a school setting!
  • Education: I graduated from Northgate  High School and started my education journey at Liberty University pursuing an Education Degree.
  • Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love seeing their personalities grow!
  • Favorite Children’s Book: Elephant and Piggie
  • Favorite Holiday: Christmas
  • Favorite Family Tradition: Thanksgiving at my Aunt’s house
  • Languages Spoken in the Home: English
  • Pets in the Home: I have a cat named Suede.
  • In My Personal Time, I Like To: Read, shop, play with my cat, and spend time with friends
Ms. Dawn Parks
36 Years of ExperienceJoined 2026
Ms. Dawn Parks
Chef

I’m Ms. Dawn, and I am from New Haven, CT.

At Primrose, we’re more than a team of childcare specialists. We’re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

  • Child Care/Teaching Experience: I have been in the childcare industry for over 30 years.
  • Education: I have my CDA and am working towards getting a degree in Business Management.
  • Favorite Thing About Working with Children: They have a natural way of making your day bright and joyful as well as can turn my days from sad to happy!
  • Favorite Children’s Book: Mr. Brown Can Moo! Can You?
  • Favorite Holiday: Christmas and Halloween
  • Favorite Family Tradition: Celebrating each others’ birthdays with different kinds of t-shirts
  • Languages Spoken in the Home: English
  • In My Personal Time, I Like To: Work on my candle business, build Legos with my grandson, bake & cook, travel different places, dance, and spend lots of time with my family and friends

Franchise Owner

Becky and Bill Artemis

Welcome to the Primrose School of East Lake!

We are the proud owners Becky and Bill Artemis! Since 2017 when we first became involved with Primrose School at East Lake, myself as the center director and Bill as the chef, we have enjoyed getting to know all our families and children and are so proud of our school! We are continuously amazed at the Primrose approach to education, while providing a nurturing environment for the  children in our care.

We are the parents to one daughter who is now grown. We understand the difficulty of finding childcare where parents can feel good about entrusting their care to someone else. I am impressed everyday with the Primrose Balanced Learning Curriculum and we love knowing that we are helping to create a solid foundation in the early education of children. Since family is extremely important to us, we moved to Georgia over 7 years ago to be near them. Bill has his Paramedicine degree from Columbus State College and Becky attended the Ohio State University and the University of Nevada for Business.

We both understand the importance of maintaining a safe and healthy environment in this current climate. Who children become is as important as what they know is a belief that is at the core of our Balanced Learning Approach. Our exclusive early learning approach balances purposeful play with nurturing guidance from teachers to encourage curiosity, creativity, confidence, and compassion. We deliver more than a curriculum; it is a life changing early learning experience for children and their families.

Our family would love to meet yours.

Contact us to schedule a tour.
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