Primrose School of Five Forks

Our Staff

  • Mrs. Jeanne VanEmburgh, Senior Director

    Mrs. Jeanne VanEmburgh

    Senior Director

    Mrs. Jeanne VanEmburgh has been with our school since August 1994. She became our Director in February 1996. She and her husband have three children: Ryan, Stephen and Jaime. All three children have been students at Primrose School of Five Forks and have also been employed as teachers. Jeanne's hobbies include playing tennis, skiing, reading books, and spending time with her two precious grandchildren.

  • Mrs. Racheal Milotte, Senior Assistant Director

    Mrs. Racheal Milotte

    Senior Assistant Director

    Mrs. Milotte has been a member of our team since April 2008 and is currently the Senior Assistant Director. She is married and has one child, Owen (7 years old).

    Her hobbies include running, camping, spending time with friends and family, and reading.

  • Ms. Mina Krantic, Chef

    Ms. Mina Krantic

    Chef

    I’m Mina Krantic.I wanted to tell you a little about me.

    You see, at Primrose Schools we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child care education specialists. We’re also a family and we care for every child as though they were our own. And like your home, our schools provide 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!

    • Name: Mina Krantic
    • Hometown: Visegrad, Bosnia
    • Child Care Experience: 15 Years at Primrose, 10 Years Prior
    • Favorite Sports Team: Brookwood Broncos
    • Favorite Food: Spicy and Hot Rice
    • Favorite Weekend Activity: Socializing with friends
    • Favorite Children’s Book: Brown Bear, Brown Bear
    • Primrose character I most relate to: Percy, I am a leader!
  • Mrs. Vicki Kase, Lead Teacher - Private Kindergarten

    Mrs. Vicki Kase

    Lead Teacher - Private Kindergarten

    I’m Vicki Kase. I wanted to tell you a little about me.

    You see, at Primrose Schools we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child care education specialists. We’re also a family and we care for every child as though they were our own. And like your home, our schools provide 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!

    • Name: Vicki Kase
    • Hometown: Guatemala City, Guatemala
    • Child Care Experience: 21 Years at Primrose, 5 Years Montessori, 3 Years High School
    • Favorite Sports Team: Atlanta Braves
    • Favorite Food: Anything with rice
    • Favorite Weekend Activity: Gardening, running, fishing with my family
    • Favorite Children’s Book: “The Colors of Us”
    • Primrose character I most relate to: Billy the Duck, I love music!
    • What I’m most excited about this school year: Building leadership skills and independence and getting ready for First Grade!
  • Ms. Bernice Webb, Lead Teacher - Private Pre-K 1

    Ms. Bernice Webb

    Lead Teacher - Private Pre-K 1

    I’m Bernice Webb. I wanted to tell you a little about me.

    You see, at Primrose Schools we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child care education specialists. We’re also a family and we care for every child as though they were our own. And like your home, our schools provide 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.

    • Name: Bernice Webb
    • Hometown: Augusta, GA
    • Child care Experience: 22 years prior (18 years Georgia Pre-K & 5 years preschool), 1st year at Primrose
    • Favorite sports team: Dallas Cowboys & LA Lakers
    • Favorite food: Hibachi or Italian
    • Favorite weekend activity: Spending time with family and dogs
    • Favorite children’s book: Oh, the Places You'll Go
    • Primrose character I most relate to: Erwin the dog, I love art and expressing myself through art.
  • Mrs. Amy Thomas, Lead Teacher - Private Pre-K 2

    Mrs. Amy Thomas

    Lead Teacher - Private Pre-K 2

    I’m Amy Thomas.  I wanted to tell you a little about me.

     

    You see, at Primrose Schools we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child care education specialists. We’re also a family and we care for every child as though they were our own. And like your home, our schools provide 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.

     

    Name: Amy Thomas

    Hometown:  Florence, SC

    Education:  17 years prior

    Favorite sports team:  Clemson Tigers

    Favorite food:  Steak

    Favorite weekend activity:  Spending time with my family!

    Favorite children’s book:  Three Little Pigs

    Primrose character I most relate to:  Og the bookworm, he represents caring and literacy.

    I love working with children because: It is very exciting to watch them master each developmental skill. I love when they accomplish something they thought they couldn’t and they light up with joy!

  • Ms. Krystal Rowe, Lead Teacher - Preschool 2

    Ms. Krystal Rowe

    Lead Teacher - Preschool 2

    I’m Krystal Rowe. I wanted to tell you a little about me.

    You see, at Primrose Schools we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child care education specialists. We’re also a family and we care for every child as though they were our own. And like your home, our schools provide 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.

    • Name: Krystal Rowe
    • Hometown: Trinidad & Tobago
    • Child care Experience: 2 Years Prior, 4 Years at Primrose
    • Favorite sports team: West Indies Cricket Team
    • Favorite food: Jamaican Food & Italian Food
    • Favorite weekend activity: Listening to Music & Watching Movies
    • Favorite children’s book: The Kissing Hand
    • Primrose character I most relate to: Erwin, I love taking care of others!
  • Ms. Eileen Lane, Lead Teacher - Preschool 1

    Ms. Eileen Lane

    Lead Teacher - Preschool 1

    I’m Eileen Lane .I wanted to tell you a little about me.

    You see, at Primrose Schools we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child care education specialists. We’re also a family and we care for every child as though they were our own. And like your home, our schools provide 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.

    • Name: Eileen Lane
    • Hometown: Atlanta, GA
    • Child care Experience: 2 years prior with the church and with the Peace Corps
    • Favorite sports team: Atlanta Braves
    • Favorite food: Pad Thai
    • Favorite weekend activity: Curling up with a good book or watching TV with my family
    • Favorite children’s book: Oh, the Places You'll Go
    • Primrose character I most relate to: Billy the duck because I have always loved music and the joy it brings.
  • Mrs. Sierra Strother, Lead Teacher - Preschool Pathways

    Mrs. Sierra Strother

    Lead Teacher - Preschool Pathways

    I’m Sierra Strother. I wanted to tell you a little about me.

    You see, at Primrose Schools we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child care education specialists. We’re also a family and we care for every child as though they were our own. And like your home, our schools provide 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.

    • Name: Sierra Strother
    • Hometown: Cumberland, NC
    • Child care Experience: 15 Years Prior, 1 year at Primrose
    • Favorite food: Steak and Spaghetti
    • Favorite weekend activity: Netflix, going to the movies, and spending time with family.
    • Favorite children’s book: The Way I Feel
    • Primrose character I most relate to: Katie the Cat. I think that cooperation is important to be successful as a team!
  • Ms. Allure Jones, Lead Teacher - Early Preschool

    Ms. Allure Jones

    Lead Teacher - Early Preschool

    I’m Allure Jones. I wanted to tell you a little about me.

    You see, at Primrose Schools we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child care education specialists. We’re also a family and we care for every child as though they were our own. And like your home, our schools provide 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.

    • Name: Allure Jones
    • Hometown: Uniondale, NY
    • Child care Experience: 1 year at Primrose, 3 years prior
    • Favorite sports team: Golden State Warriors
    • Favorite food: Spaghetti
    • Favorite weekend activity: Watching movies and hanging out with friends
    • Favorite children’s book: How the Grinch Stole Christmas
    • Primrose character I most relate to: Percy the Rooster!
  • Ms. Paola Tovar, Lead Teacher - Toddlers

    Ms. Paola Tovar

    Lead Teacher - Toddlers

    I’m Paola Tovar. I wanted to tell you a little about me.

    You see, at Primrose Schools we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child care education specialists. We’re also a family and we care for every child as though they were our own. And like your home, our schools provide 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.

    • Name: Paola Tovar
    • Hometown: Meriden, CT
    • Child care Experience: 3 years prior
    • Favorite sports team: Mexico National Soccer Team
    • Favorite food: French Fries
    • Favorite weekend activity: Spending time with family
    • Favorite children’s book: If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
    • Primrose character I most relate to: Katie the cat, because I care about the children and teaching them to be kind to one another.
  • Mrs. Vanessa Paul, Lead Teacher - Infants

    Mrs. Vanessa Paul

    Lead Teacher - Infants

    I’m Vanessa Paul. I wanted to tell you a little about me.

    You see, at Primrose Schools we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child care education specialists. We’re also a family and we care for every child as though they were our own. And like your home, our schools provide 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.

    • Name: Vanessa Paul
    • Hometown: St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands
    • Child care Experience: 20 years prior
    • Favorite sports team: Atlanta Hawks
    • Favorite food: All things vegetarian
    • Favorite weekend activity: Hiking
    • Favorite children’s book: Clifford the Big Red Dog
    • Primrose character I most relate to: Molly the cow, because of her respect for others
  • Mrs. Lisa Henry, Transportation

    Mrs. Lisa Henry

    Transportation

    I’m Lisa Henry. I wanted to tell you a little about me.

    You see, at Primrose Schools we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child care education specialists. We’re also a family and we care for every child as though they were our own. And like your home, our schools provide 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.

    • Name: Lisa Henry
    • Hometown: Atlanta, GA
    • Child care Experience: 1st Year at Primrose, 14 years with Dekalb County School System
    • Favorite sports team: Atlanta Falcons
    • Favorite food: Wings or Pasta
    • Favorite weekend activity: Crocheting and spending time with my grandkids
    • Favorite children’s book: The Three Little Pigs
    • Primrose character I most relate to: Libby the Lamb, I'm attentive and very fair!
  • Ms. Ahnya Daniel, Assistant Teacher - Private Pre-K 1

    Ms. Ahnya Daniel

    Assistant Teacher - Private Pre-K 1

    I’m Ahnya Daniel .I wanted to tell you a little about me.

    You see, at Primrose Schools we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child care education specialists. We’re also a family and we care for every child as though they were our own. And like your home, our schools provide 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.

    • Name: Ahnya Daniel
    • Hometown: Lawrenceville, GA
    • Child care Experience: 1 year at Primrose
    • Favorite food: French Fries
    • Favorite weekend activity: Going to the Movies!
    • Favorite children’s book: Amelia Bedelia
    • Primrose character I most relate to: Billy the Duck
  • Mrs. Diana Shepherd, Assistant Teacher - Infants

    Mrs. Diana Shepherd

    Assistant Teacher - Infants

    I’m Diana Shepherd. I wanted to tell you a little about me.

    You see, at Primrose Schools we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child care education specialists. We’re also a family and we care for every child as though they were our own. And like your home, our schools provide 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.

    • Name: Diana Shepherd
    • Hometown: Cynthiana, NY
    • Child care Experience: 1st year at Primrose
    • Favorite sports team: Purdue Boilermakers
    • Favorite food: Too many to count! I love to cook and try most any cuisine.
    • Favorite weekend activity: Spending time with family and friends, Walking out the dog, Maggie, Trying out new recipes
    • Favorite children’s book: Love You Forever
    • Primrose character I most relate to: Peanut the Pony, I appreciate honesty!
  • Ms. Selena Trejo, Assistant Teacher - Infants

    Ms. Selena Trejo

    Assistant Teacher - Infants

    I’m Selena Trejo. I wanted to tell you a little about me.

    You see, at Primrose Schools we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child care education specialists. We’re also a family and we care for every child as though they were our own. And like your home, our schools provide 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.

    • Name: Selena Trejo
    • Hometown: Lawrenceville, GA
    • Child care Experience: Maxwell School of Technology & Babysitting experience
    • Favorite sports team: Mexico Soccer Team
    • Favorite food: Hot Wings
    • Favorite weekend activity: Sleeping
    • Favorite children’s book: The Cat in the Hat
    • Primrose character I most relate to: Katie the cat, because I am polite and fun to be around.
  • Ms. Allison Chinchilla, Assistant Teacher - Toddler

    Ms. Allison Chinchilla

    Assistant Teacher - Toddler

    I’m Allison Chinchilla.I wanted to tell you a little about me.

    You see, at Primrose Schools we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child care education specialists. We’re also a family and we care for every child as though they were our own. And like your home, our schools provide 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.

    • Name: Allison Chinchilla
    • Hometown: Chiquimula, Guatemala
    • Child care Experience: 6 years prior
    • Favorite food: Grilled salmon with fried rice and broccoli
    • Favorite weekend activity: Art and music activities
    • Favorite children’s book: The Grouchy Ladybug
    • Primrose character I most relate to: Billy the duck, music can always bring joy and togetherness for adults and children.
  • Mr. Reece Rungruang, Assistant Teacher - Explorers Program

    Mr. Reece Rungruang

    Assistant Teacher - Explorers Program

    I’m Reece Rungruang. I wanted to tell you a little about me.

    You see, at Primrose Schools we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child care education specialists. We’re also a family and we care for every child as though they were our own. And like your home, our schools provide 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.

    • Name: Reece Rungruang
    • Hometown: Grayson, GA
    • Child care Experience: Babysitting, 1st year at Primrose
    • Favorite sports team: Seattle Seahawks and University of Alabama
    • Favorite food: Fried Chicken
    • Favorite weekend activity: Hanging out with friends
    • Favorite children’s book: Curious George
    • Primrose character I most relate to: Erwin the dog, I love making new friends!
  • Ms. Hailey Fisher, Assistant Teacher - Early Preschool

    Ms. Hailey Fisher

    Assistant Teacher - Early Preschool

    I’m Hailey Fisher. I wanted to tell you a little about me.

    You see, at Primrose Schools we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child care education specialists. We’re also a family and we care for every child as though they were our own. And like your home, our schools provide 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.

    • Name: Hailey Fisher
    • Hometown: Lawrenceville, GA
    • Child care Experience: 1st year at Primrose
    • Favorite sports team: Oklahoma Boomer Sooners
    • Favorite food: Chicken Alfredo
    • Favorite weekend activity: Watching movies
    • Favorite children’s book: If You Give a Cat a Cupcake
    • Primrose character I most relate to: Erwin the dog, because I love making new friends!
  • Mrs. Gloria Azure, Assistant Teacher - Preschool Pathways

    Mrs. Gloria Azure

    Assistant Teacher - Preschool Pathways

    I’m Gloria Azure.  I wanted to tell you a little about me.

     

    You see, at Primrose Schools we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child care education specialists. We’re also a family and we care for every child as though they were our own. And like your home, our schools provide 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.

     

    Name: Gloria Azure

    Hometown: Ghana

    Child care Experience: 1st year at Primrose, 10 Years Prior

    Favorite sports team: Black Stars

    Favorite food: Rice and Stew

    Favorite weekend activity: Cooking and spending time with my family.

    Favorite children’s book: The Napping House

    Primrose character I most relate to: Percy the rooster.

    I love working with children because: They make me so happy and are so fun to be with!

  • Mrs. Alexandria Fair, Assistant Teacher - Private Pre-K 2

    Mrs. Alexandria Fair

    Assistant Teacher - Private Pre-K 2

    I’m Alexandria Fair.  I wanted to tell you a little about me.

     

    You see, at Primrose Schools we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child care education specialists. We’re also a family and we care for every child as though they were our own. And like your home, our schools provide 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.

     

    Name: Alexandria “Alex” Fair

    Hometown: Atlanta, GA

    Child care Experience: 7 Years Prior

    Favorite Sports Team: Atlanta United & Clemson

    Favorite food: Dark Chocolate

    Favorite weekend activity: Crafting or outdoor activities

    Favorite children’s book: A Bad Case of Stripes

    Primrose character I most relate to: Erwin the dog, friendship is so important for many reasons, but most importantly to build respect, trust, and love!

    I love working with children because: I love getting to watch the “switch” go on every day! I get to be a part of their lives at such an early age, watching them learn and grow!

  • Ms. Barbara Harris, Transportation

    Ms. Barbara Harris

    Transportation

    I’m Barbara Harris.  I wanted to tell you a little about me.

     

    You see, at Primrose Schools we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child care education specialists. We’re also a family and we care for every child as though they were our own. And like your home, our schools provide 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.

     

    Name: Barbara Harris

    Hometown: Silver Creek. NY

    Child care Experience: 1 Year at Primrose, Bus Driver 16 Years

    Favorite sports team: Buffalo Bills

    Favorite food: Mexican

    Favorite weekend activity: Relaxing and spending time with family and cooking.

    Favorite children’s book: If You Give a Moose a Muffin

    Primrose character I most relate to: Percy the rooster, because I have the courage to learn new things.

    I love working with children because: I love to talk with the children. I learn so much just listening to them.  I know their favorite foods and hear all about their families.

  • Mrs. Marion Gale, Assistant Teacher - Infants

    Mrs. Marion Gale

    Assistant Teacher - Infants

    ’m Marion Gale.  I wanted to tell you a little about me.

     

    You see, at Primrose Schools we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child care education specialists. We’re also a family and we care for every child as though they were our own. And like your home, our schools provide 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.

     

    Name: Marion Gale

    Hometown: Covington, GA

    Child care Experience: 20 years prior

    Favorite sports team: Atlanta Braves

    Favorite food: Chinese Food

    Favorite weekend activity: Shopping

    Favorite children’s book: Goodnight Little Bear

    Primrose character I most relate to: Percy the rooster

    I love working with children because: Kids make you feel alive and worth living every day!

  • Gil Benjamin, Franchise Owner

    Gil Benjamin

    Franchise Owner

    My name is Gil Benjamin and I am the proud Franchise Owner of the Primrose School of Five Forks. As a working parent, I understand the importance of building a strong foundation early in life and finding a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn and grow. I chose Primrose for its accredited Balanced Learning curriculum, caring and experienced staff, and overall dedication to quality, educational child care. The decision to take over the Primrose School of Five Forks was a natural one as I've always had a passion for education after the seeing the impact my parents, lifelong educators, had on all of their students. My parents put an emphasis on the importance of learning and preached about the opportunities that come about with a quality education. I am thrilled to be able to pursue my longtime dream of working with children to provide a high quality educational experience in a supportive and safe environment. Thank you for entrusting us to provide your children with the best educational child care experience available. It is truly an honor and a privilege. I look forward to meeting you!

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