Primrose School of Firewheel

Our Staff

  • Mrs. Olga, Director

    Mrs. Olga

    Director

    Hello! My name is Olga Ramírez.

    I hold an Associates in Science and a Bachelor's Degree in Biology with a minor in Education. I am also currently working on my Masters in Education Leadership at Texas Woman's University. I have over 7 years of early childhood education and it all began here at Primrose School of Firewheel! I have worked in every class from the Infant Room through Explorers at several Primrose locations. I am now back and so excited to pick up where I left off! I am a huge people person and have never met a stranger!

     I love everything about the Primrose curriculum and environment. I love watching the children reach new milestones and celebrating them every chance we get. I am excited to be part of the Primrose School of Firewheel family as it gives me the opportunity to do what I love: teach young minds.

    I cannot wait to build positive relationships with all the staff and families here! I look forward to getting to know every family and being part of this amazing school.

     

  • Ms. Alejandra (Ms.Aly), Curriculum Coach

    Ms. Alejandra (Ms.Aly)

    Curriculum Coach

    Name: Alejandra Martinez

    Hometown: Garland, TX

    Child care experience: 8 years

    Education Background: Diploma and College Degree

    Favorite food: Anything yummy

    Favorite weekend activity: Playing softball

    Favorite children’s book: Pete the Cat books

    Primrose character I most relate to: Arturo because he speaks Spanish like me

    What I’m most excited about this school year: To start helping children grow and be close to my son who attends Primrose school of Firewheel.

  • Ms. Lauren, Office Assistant

    Ms. Lauren

    Office Assistant

    Name:  Lauren Horton​

    Hometown: Plano, Texas​

    Childcare experience: 6 years​

    Education Background: Some college​

    Favorite food: Pasta and Wings​

    Favorite weekend activity: Hanging with my daughter

    Favorite children’s book: Pout Pout Fish ​

    Primrose character I most relate to: Megy the Pig​

    What I’m most excited about this school year: Learning new things, growing within myself and watching my friends grow.

  • Ms. Jan, Kitchen Manager/Chef

    Ms. Jan

    Kitchen Manager/Chef

    Ms. Jan is the amazing chef at our school. She has experience with younger and older toddlers. Jan joined the Primrose family in 2009. On the weekends she enjoys watching the food network or hallmark with her daughter. She also enjoys crocheting. Her favorite children’s book is Charlotte's Web. She truly loves making the children happy with her food and treats.

    Primrose character I most relate to:

    Benjamin the bear because she loves to cook and bake. She likes bringing new things she bakes to her co-worker and seeing the smiles it puts on their faces.

  • Mrs. Bebe, Young Infant Teacher

    Mrs. Bebe

    Young Infant Teacher

    Name:  Abeba Tesfamariam​

    Hometown: Eritrea Asmara​

    Childcare experience: 30 years​

    Education Background: High School Diploma​

    Favorite food: Italian  and French​

    Favorite weekend activity: Spending quality time with family, friends, and making time for myself to workout.​

    Favorite children’s book: "Are You my Mother?"​

    Primrose character I most relate to: Og the book worm because I love story time with my babies.​

    What I’m most excited about this school year: Teaching and loving on the babies. I also love watching them grow and blossom with everything they've learned.​

    Anything else you would like to share: My hometown is Eritrea, a small country in East Africa! I come from a big family with many sisters and brothers. I have been married to my husband for 37 years and we have a beautiful daughter together.

  • Ms. Regina, Older Infant Teacher

    Ms. Regina

    Older Infant Teacher

    Name: Regina Limson

    Hometown: Norfolk, Virginia

    Child care experience: First year

    Education Background: Bachelors in Accounting

    Favorite food: Spaghetti

    Favorite weekend activity: Spend time with my family

    Favorite children’s book: "Are You My Mother?"

    Primrose character I most relate to: Billy the Duck because I love listening to all kinds of music

    What I’m most excited about this school year: Getting to help children develop the skills they need to grow into the next steps of their lives.

  • Ms. Antoinette, Older Infant Teacher

    Ms. Antoinette

    Older Infant Teacher

    Let’s get to know each other.​

    I’m  a very outgoing person who also loves spending time with my family!​

    Name: Antoinette Andrews​

    Hometown: San Fernando, Trinidad West Indies​

    Childcare experience: 10 Years​

    Education Background: Technical School​

    Favorite food: Trinidadian Roti and Curried Chicken​

    Favorite weekend activity: I like to go out to eat dinner with family. ​

    Favorite children’s book: Green Eggs and Ham ​

    Primrose character I most relate to: Libby the Lamb because I love to hear children’s opinions.​

    What I’m most excited about this school year: I am excited to take care of the Infant children and witness their growth.

  • Ms. Jazmin, Young Toddler Teacher

    Ms. Jazmin

    Young Toddler Teacher

    Name: Jazmin Solis

    Hometown: Garland, Tx

    Childcare experience: 3 years in public school

    Education Background: Graduated from UTRGV

    Favorite food: Lasagna

    Favorite weekend activity: Basketball games, read comics, and shopping

    Favorite children’s book: The Stinky Cheese Man by Jon Scieszka

    Primrose character I most relate to: Erwin the dog because I deeply value friendship and have a small circle of friends.

    What I’m most excited about this school year: Getting to know my babies and watch them grow.

  • Ms. Ashley, Young Toddler Teacher

    Ms. Ashley

    Young Toddler Teacher

    Name: Ashley Marin

    Hometown: Garland, Tx

    Childcare experience: Primrose of Wylie & Obstacle Warrior Kids

    Education Background: Attended Lakeview Centennial

    Favorite food: Pasta

    Favorite weekend activity: Painting or sunbathing

    Favorite children’s book: I Like You Like No Other

    Primrose character I most relate to: Katie the Cat because I’m a people person

    What I’m most excited about this school year: I’m excited to encourage new life's to be the best them!

  • Ms. Ayda, Toddler Teacher

    Ms. Ayda

    Toddler Teacher
    Apple of Our Eye

    Name: Ayda Dib​​

    Childcare experience: 1 year​

    Education Background: Arabic Bachelor Degree – Arabic Literature ​

    Favorite food:  Arabic, Chinese, Mexican​

    Favorite weekend activity: My favorite thing to do on the weekend Is hanging out with my family.​

    Favorite children’s book: The Cat in Hat ​

    Primrose character I most relate to: Molly because she teaches kids how to have a good relationship with one another to make the world better.​

    What I’m most excited about this school year: I’m excited to see all my amazing coworkers and students every day, as well to see our growth through the school year

  • Ms. Alexandra (Ms.Goo Goo), Older Toddler Teacher-Teacher Trainer

    Ms. Alexandra (Ms.Goo Goo)

    Older Toddler Teacher-Teacher Trainer

    Name:  Allie (GooGoo) Guzman

    Hometown:  Forney, Tx

    Childcare experience: 7 Years, 6 with Primrose

    Education Background: Some College at SFA

    Favorite food: Mexican

    Favorite weekend activity: Hanging with my cat Ohpra

    Favorite children’s book: Love You Forever

    Primrose character: Billy the duck because I love music, too!

    What I’m most excited about this school year: Making lasting connections with kids and their families

  • Ms. Javiona, Older Toddler Teacher

    Ms. Javiona

    Older Toddler Teacher

    Let’s get to know each other.​

    I am an only child who loves to spend time with my mom.​

    I am currently in college to get my associates degree to be an ultrasound tech.​

    Name:  Javiona  Land ​

    Hometown: Dallas, Texas​

    Childcare experience: 2 years of office/classroom support with schoolers and Infants.​

    Education Background: Graduated Lakeview Centennial in 2020. Also attended Eastfield and is currently attending El Centro ​

    Favorite food: Spaghetti​

    Favorite weekend activity: To spend time with family. ​

    Favorite children’s book: If you Give a Mouse a Cookie ​

    Primrose character I most relate to: Erwin, because I love birthdays and coloring is my favorite thing to do. ​

    What I’m most excited about this school year:  Getting to know and meet new people and kiddos too.

  • Ms. Ashanti, Toddler Teacher

    Ms. Ashanti

    Toddler Teacher

    Name: Ashanti Hall

    Hometown: Dallas, TX

    Childcare experience: 2.5-3 years with all age groups

    Education Background: Achieve Academy

    Favorite food: Mac n cheese & pasta

    Favorite weekend activity: Do self-care and hang out with friends

    Favorite children’s book: Kylie Jean

    Primrose character I most relate to: Og because he stands for being caring and I am a very caring person

    What I’m most excited about this school year: I am excited to build new bonds with the students, parents and the team!

  • Mrs. Angelina  (Mrs. Angel), Early Preschool Teacher

    Mrs. Angelina (Mrs. Angel)

    Early Preschool Teacher

    Name: Angelina Castellanos   (Mrs.Angel)

    Hometown: Menifee, California

    Child care experience: 4+ years and I gained a lot of experience with my own daughter.

    Education Background: Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Care and Education at American Public University System.

    Favorite food: Sushi and Mexican

    Favorite weekend activity: I enjoy spending time with my husband and daughter, going to the pool and going to the park to play soccer.

    Favorite children’s book: "The Giving Tree" by Shel Silverstein

    Primrose character I most relate to: Libby the Lamb

    What I’m most excited about this school year: I'm excited for this new learning experience, getting a first hand experience on how young minds process things differently.

     

  • Ms. Angelica, Early Preschool Teacher

    Ms. Angelica

    Early Preschool Teacher
  • Ms. Kyana, Pathways Teacher

    Ms. Kyana

    Pathways Teacher

    Name: Kyana Woods

    Hometown: Garland, Tx

    Childcare experience: Babysitting multiple children at a time

    Education Background: Graduated from Naaman Forest

    Favorite food: Seafood

    Favorite weekend activity: Take my niece to the park, eat and sleep!

    Favorite children’s book: I Like Myself! By Karen Beaumont

    Primrose character I most relate to: Libby the lovely lamb because we are both nurturing

    What I’m most excited about this school year: I am most excited to learn & experience more with children. I feel the child withing me is very active, so I’d be learning & growing with them in a way.

  • Ms. Valeria, Pathways Teacher

    Ms. Valeria

    Pathways Teacher

     

    Name: Valeria Banda

    Hometown: Seagoville & Dallas, Tx

    Childcare experience: None but I've helped take care of my little sister.

    Education Background: High school Diploma

    Favorite food: Sushi

    Favorite weekend activity: Spend time with my loved ones

    Favorite children’s book: Corduroy & A Bad Case of Stripes

    Primrose character I most relate to: Og the book worm because we both love to read

    What I’m most excited about this school year: To learn the many ways to teach and help children grow

  • Ms. Cheyenne, Pathways Teacher

    Ms. Cheyenne

    Pathways Teacher

    Name: Cheyenne Pipes

    Childcare experience: 2 years

    Education Background: High School

    Hometown:  Terrell, Tx

    Favorite weekend activity: Spending time with family

    Favorite children’s book: Green Eggs and Ham

    Primrose character I most relate to: Libby because she focuses on fairness and that is very important!

    What I’m most excited about this school year: I’m excited to be with the kids and teach them everything!

  • Ms. Ana, Preschool 1 Teacher

    Ms. Ana

    Preschool 1 Teacher

    Name: Ana Velasquez

    Hometown: Dallas, TX

    Child care experience: First year

    Education Background: The best experience I have is being a mom of 3 kids, I have worked with all ages at my church.

    Favorite food: Italian and Mexican

    Favorite weekend activity: I enjoy spending quality time with my kids. I love going to church and interacting with all of the children at church.

    Favorite children’s book: "We Are In A Book" by Mo Willems

    Primrose character I most relate to: I can relate to Arturo because I speak great Spanish.

    What I’m most excited about this school year: I'm most excited about making a positive impact in the school.

  • Ms. Brenda, Preschool 2 Teacher

    Ms. Brenda

    Preschool 2 Teacher

    Name: Brenda Ramos

    Hometown: Dallas, TX

    Childcare experience: 8 months

    Education Background: High School Diploma

    Favorite Food: Cajun Food

    Favorite weekend activity: Spend time with family.

    Favorite children’s book: “The Rainbow Fishby: Marcus Pfister

    Primrose character I most relate to: Molly the Cow, because respect goes along way with me.

    What I’m most excited about this school year: Learning new things and interacting with the children

  • Ms. Gabriela (Ms. Gabby), Preschool 2 Teacher

    Ms. Gabriela (Ms. Gabby)

    Preschool 2 Teacher

    Let’s get to know each other​

    I am a people person. I enjoy meeting new people and learning all about their lives. I like making people feel more comfortable around me! I have a six-year-old Pomeranian who loves pigs so if y’all know of any cute toys let me know! I love forward to meeting you and your family!!​

    Name: Gabriela Berrum​

    Hometown:  Richardson, Tx​

    Childcare experience: Child Psychology​

    Favorite food: Seafood​

    Favorite weekend activity: Take my dog for “hikes”​

    Favorite children’s book:  Any with puppies​

    Primrose character I most relate to: Libby, I like to make everyone feel included in a conversation or activity​

    What I’m most excited about this school year: ​

    What I am most excited about my job is gaining experience and making connections with everyone.

  • Ms. Murph, Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

    Ms. Murph

    Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

    Name: Mary Murph​

    Hometown: Mesquite and Dallas Area​

    Childcare experience: I have  taught for 30 years  at Dallas ISD. This is my 5th year at Primrose. ​

    Favorite food: Barbeque chicken, ribs, pretty much anything Barbeque​

    Favorite weekend activity: Go for walks, visit a zoo, spending time with my daughter.​

    Favorite children’s book: "The Giant Who Played Checkers"​

    Primrose character I most relate to: Og. He loves to read, and I enjoy reading. I really enjoy reading to my students.​

    What I’m most excited about this school year: Working with my students. To me working with children is the most rewarding and satisfying occupation.

     

  • Ms. Reagan, Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

    Ms. Reagan

    Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

    Name: Reagan Shaw​

    Hometown: Garland Tx​

    Childcare experience: 4 years​

    Education Background: Associate in teaching​

    Favorite food: Mediterranean​

    Favorite weekend activity: Spending time with family ​

    Favorite children’s book: Give a Mouse a Cookie​

    Primrose character I most relate to: Molly the cow​

    What I’m most excited about this school year: Having fun and teaching.

  • Ms. Sonia, Pre-K/Explorers Teacher

    Ms. Sonia

    Pre-K/Explorers Teacher

    Name: Sonia Khan

    Hometown: Dallas, Texas

    Childcare experience: 5 Years

    Education Background: Associates

    Favorite food: Seafood, rice and pastas

    Favorite weekend activity: I love watching movies

    Favorite children’s book: I Like to Be with My Family by Rachel Kalban

    Primrose character I most relate to: Benjamin, because I like to spend time outside.

    What I’m most excited about this school year: I am excited to just to watch the children grow and learn.

  • Ms. Marie

    Explorers Teacher

    Name:  Deann Marie Pesina

    Hometown: Ralls, Texas

    Childcare experience: 1 year

    Education Background: Studying Early Childhood Education at Dallas College

    Favorite food: Pizza

    Favorite weekend activity: Going to the park and being with family

    Favorite children’s book:  Oh, The Places You’ll Go!

    Primrose character I most relate to: Libby because everyone has their own voice and being able to listen to someone else's situation is important.

    What I’m most excited about this school year: I'm excited to watch each student achieve in like and progress in things that seem challenging to them.

  • Ms. April, School Support Teacher

    Ms. April

    School Support Teacher

    Name: April Travino

    Hometown: Dallas, Tx

    Childcare experience: This is my first time

    Education Background: High School

    Favorite food: Fried Chicken

    Favorite weekend activity: Staying in and relaxing

    Favorite children’s book: No, David!

    Primrose character I most relate to: Artoru because he speaks Spanish like I do

    What I’m most excited about this school year: Having fun and teaching.

  • Ms. Alyssa, Support Teacher

    Ms. Alyssa

    Support Teacher

    Name: Alyssa Hamilton

    Hometown: Garland, Tx

    Childcare experience: Less then 1 year

    Education Background: High School

    Favorite food: Chicken tenders

    Favorite weekend activity: Be with my siblings and relax

    Favorite children’s book: Fancy Nancy

    Primrose character I most relate to: Billy because he loves to sing.

    What I’m most excited about this school year: The memories. I really love putting my all into the kids so we both are happy at the end of the day and excited for the new day!

  • Mrs. Mo, Support Teacher (Seasonal)

    Mrs. Mo

    Support Teacher (Seasonal)

    Name: Moji Williams ​

    Hometown: Africa (Nigeria)​

    Childcare experience: 3 Years ​

    Education Background: Associate Degree in Education​

    Favorite food: Mexican​

    Favorite weekend activity: I Love to cook and watch movies with my family. ​

    Favorite children’s book: Love You to the Moon and Back​

    Primrose character I most relate to: Katie the Cat, because I care about others, and I love to share. ​

    What I’m most excited about this school year: Impacting the lives of the children and seeing them happy.  

  • Ms. Kimberly, Wonder Support Teacher (Seasonal/Holidays)

    Ms. Kimberly

    Wonder Support Teacher (Seasonal/Holidays)

    Name: Kimberly Resendiz​

    Hometown: Garland, Tx​

    Childcare experience: Worked at a daycare and have also babysat for years.​

    Education Background: Associates in Science & working on a Bachelors in Science Majoring in Math with a 7-12 Teaching Cert.​

    Favorite food: Lasagna​

    Favorite weekend activity: Catch up with friends & go see movies at the movie theater​

    Favorite children’s book: Books by Tommie dePaola​

    Primrose character I most relate to: Ally because I’m big in responsibility!​

    What I’m most excited about this school year: I am excited to expand my knowledge being at Primrose and get to know all the kids.

  • Ms. Riley, Venture Support Teacher (Seasonal/Holidays)

    Ms. Riley

    Venture Support Teacher (Seasonal/Holidays)

    Name: Riley Robbins​

    Hometown: Garland, Tx​

    Childcare experience: 1 year at TAMUC Childrens Learning Center​

    Education Background: Graduated from Lakeview Centennial HS & Majoring in Music​

    Favorite food: Noodles of any kind​

    Favorite weekend activity: Watch Disney Shows​

    Favorite children’s book: The Very Hungry Caterpillar ​

    Primrose character I most relate to: Billy because we both love music​

    What I’m most excited about this school year: I am excited to get to know all the kids and your families!

  • Mehul & Priya Lalloobhai, Franchise Owner

    Mehul & Priya Lalloobhai

    Franchise Owner

    Hello, we are Mehul and Priya Lalloobhai - the proud owners of the Primrose School of Firewheel. We are so excited to provide a premier early education and child care experience for children and families in the community.
    Mehul grew up in the DFW area and attended SMU where he earned an MBA. He also works as an IT consulting manager. Priya grew up in London, England and graduated from Aston University with a degree in HR Management. Upon moving to the area, she worked as a lead teacher at a Primrose school for over 6 years.
    We have 2 children, Shaan (13) and Annika (9) who both grew up attending Primrose schools. With young children, we understand the importance of having dedicated teachers and professional administrators who are committed to providing the best in early childhood education. As parents, we have seen firsthand the effect that Primrose has had on our own children’s development. Our positive experiences with Primrose inspired us to become franchise owners ourselves and bring the same to other families. We invite you to join us on this exciting journey to build a strong foundation for your child’s future and education.
    We thank you for visiting our website and hope you will stop by and visit our school soon!

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