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Leann Ingram
28 Years of ExperienceJoined 2014
Leann Ingram
Director

Let’s get to know each other.

I’m Leann Ingram.  I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I have worked in Childcare for 24 years with all ages. I have 15 years experience in management. I am a mother of 3 boys and 4 step children. My free time is spent outdoors supporting my children in their sports, football, and track and field (Go Dragons)! I also enjoy doing events at my church with our youth group. What can I say? I love kids.

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

Child care experience: 24 years

Education Background:  CDA

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love to see them smile, and to see them grow throughout the year.

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

In My Personal Time: I like to design things, spend time with my family and church.

Dean Gearing
10 Years of ExperienceJoined 2015
Dean Gearing
Director of Education

Let’s get to know each other.

I’m Dean Gearing.  I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I have been working with children since I was 14. I can never get enough. I have a nephew and 5 godsons. It is a prvilage to see young children grow and develop. Once they have smiles on their faces because of an accomplishment, it puts a smile on your face. It has been an adventure ever since i stepped into Primrose Harmony. I am so grateful to be a part of this team of very talented individuals.

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

Child care experience: 17 years

Education Background: Bachelors of Psychology: Christian Counseling

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love to see them smile, and the energy that all of them have.

Favorite children’s book: The Day the Crayon Quit

In My Personal Time: I love to read, write, and do puzzles.

Cambria Weaver
4 Years of ExperienceJoined 2022
Cambria Weaver
Operations Manager
Alexandria "Alex" Booth
3 Years of ExperienceJoined 2024
Alexandria "Alex" Booth
Young Infant, Lead

I’m Alexandria, I go by Alex.  I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I am an empathetic and curious individual who loves to explore new ideas through reading and learning. I have a passion for helping create a positive and loving environment for all students in my care. I value clear communication and believe in treating everyone with fairness and respect. My ultimate goal is to continually grow and make a positive impact by striving for excellence in all that I do.

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

Child care experience: 3 years

Education Background: Pursuing CDA

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Getting to teach them new things and watching them meet their milestones. They really start to show just how smart they can be with a little of encouragement and fun!

Favorite children’s book: The Magic Tree House series by Mary Pope Osborne

In My Personal Time: Read, color, watch tv/movies and play video games. Big fan of horror, comedy, romance and mystery.

Holidays I celebrate: New Years, Valentine’s Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas

Zoey Porter
5 Years of ExperienceJoined 2026
Zoey Porter
Young Infant, Assistant

Let’s get to know each other.

I’m Zoey.  I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I am 23 years old. I have one sister and I loved to paint. I love to listen to music in my free time as well.

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

Child care experience: 5 years

Education Background:  Bachelors of Early Childcare Education

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: How much you can learn from them.

Favorite children’s book: Dork Diaries

In My Personal Time: I like to sleep and eat

Jonelle Jobson
3 Years of ExperienceJoined 2025
Jonelle Jobson
Older Infant Lead

Let’s get to know each other.

I’m Jonelle.  I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I am Jamaican. I moved to the US 14 years ago with my family. I have always been around children for as long as I can remember. I enjoy anything outside or that is hands on.

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

Child care experience: 3 years

Education Background:  CDA

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Is helping them reach their milestones.

Favorite children’s book: Red Red Red

In My Personal Time: Draw, Paint, Meditation and Yoga or anything outside

Brandy Torres
1 Year of ExperienceJoined 2025
Brandy Torres
Older Infant Assistant

Let’s get to know each other.

I’m Brandy.  I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I’ve been in the band for 4 years and I did Winter guard for 2. I spent all my high school years performing. I enjoy spending time at the beach and studying during rainy days while watching my favorite shows. I treat every child like my own and enjoy looking out for them.

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

Child care experience: 1 year

Education Background:  High School Graduate

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Creating a bond with children and watching them grow

Favorite children’s book: If You Give a Mouse a Cookie

In My Personal Time: I enjoy napping a lot, doing a simple workout, or going for a run

Kendra Young
1 Year of ExperienceJoined 2025
Kendra Young
Older Infant Assistant

Let’s get to know each other.

I’m Kendra.  I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I am very crafty. In my free time you can find me reading or putting together a DIY project from Pinterest. Since I was 14 – 15, I’ve always had a passion for a career in Early Childhood Development. I’m born and raised in what was once a small town of Jasper Ga.

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

Child care experience: 1 year

Education Background:  Pursuing my TCC

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching how the learning curve expands as generations go on compared to when I was growing up.

Favorite children’s book: June B. Jones is a Beauty Shop Guy

In My Personal Time: Read, put puzzles together or try new hacks i found off social media

Katie Fedlt
2 Years of ExperienceJoined 2024
Katie Fedlt
Young Toddler, Lead
Tiffany Richardson
3 Years of ExperienceJoined 2025
Tiffany Richardson
Young Toddler, Assistant

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I’m Tiffany.  I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I’m an easy going person. I am also adopted. I love to cook, read, and go thrifting. I love to talk and getting to know others. I love kids too. I work with children because of my background.

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

Child care experience: 3 years

Education Background:  High School Graduate

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: How they express themselves, how they are funny and sweet, and how they get excited when they learn.

Favorite children’s book: Berenstain Bears

In My Personal Time: I cook, Workout, read, and hangout with my family and friends

Addison Long
Joined 2022
Addison Long
Older Toddler, Lead
Leslie Smith
2 Years of ExperienceJoined 2024
Leslie Smith
Older Toddler, Assistant
Taylor Snow
Joined 2024
Taylor Snow
Older Toddler, Assistant
Skyler Kennemur
1 Year of ExperienceJoined 2025
Skyler Kennemur
EPS 1, Lead

Hi,

I’m Skyler.  I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I love to cook and read books. I want to be a mom someday. I make beaded jewelry in my free time. I’m left handed.

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

Child care experience: 6 years

Education Background: I’m getting my teaching degree.

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Having fun and exploring with them.

Favorite children’s book: Brown bear, brown bear, what do you see?

In My Personal Time: I love to cook and try new foods.

Taylor Champion
6 Years of ExperienceJoined 2020
Taylor Champion
Early Preschool II, Lead

Let’s get to know each other.

Hi, I’m Taylor. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I love trying new things, even if I’m not great at them at first. I’ve spent years working with kids, so I know how to handle a little chaos. I’m all about good vibes, laughs, and learning along the way.

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

Child care experience: 7 Years

Education Background: I will be pursuing my TCC

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: their energy, honesty, and the joy they bring into every day.

Favorite children’s book: Frog and Toad Together, the second book in Arnold Lobel’s classic Frog and Toad series, published in 1972.

In My Personal Time: I enjoy reading, jotting down little thoughts, and watching anime

Holidays  Celebrate: I celebrate the holidays that are meaningful and appropriate for me, and I also enjoy joining friends from different cultures to learn about and experience their traditions.

Gabby Nelson
2 Years of ExperienceJoined 2026
Gabby Nelson
Assistant, EPS 2

Let’s get to know each other.

I’m Gabby.  I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I’m 26. I love working with children. I love they way 2’s process and how independent they can be. I teach through music, movement and having fun

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

Child care experience: 1 year

Education Background:  High School Graduate

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: How they process information you give them

Favorite children’s book: Junie B. Jones

In My Personal Time: Dance, Tik Tok, Take walks, and work out

Casey Waldrop
16 Years of ExperienceJoined 2023
Casey Waldrop
Preschool Pathways, Lead

I’m Ms. Casey.  I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I’m a proud mom of five amazing kids. I work with children, which is both my passion and my profession. In my free time, I enjoy going to concerts, being outdoors and spending time with my family. Balancing family, work, and personal time can be a challenge, but it’s also incredibly rewarding.

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

Childcare experience: 2 years

Education Background: Pursuing my CDA

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I value the opportunity to make a positive impact in their lives during such formative years.

Favorite children’s book: “Where the Wild Things Are” by Maurice Sendak

In My Personal Time:

Watch football, sit by a bonfire, fish, and soak up the sun

Holidays I Celebrate: Easter, 4th of July, Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas

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2025 Years of ExperienceJoined 2026
Druw Biello
Pathways, Assistant
Alizah Upshaw
4 Years of ExperienceJoined 2022
Alizah Upshaw
Preschool 1, Lead

Let’s get to know each other.

I’m Alizah.  I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

My name is Alizah, but feel free to call me Ms.A. I love painting, listening to music (especially at concerts), and helping children learn! I am the oldest in my family, so naturally I grew up helping out with all the littles. A fun fact about me is that I have a twin and my two younger sibling s are also twins. In the preschool classroom, I love doing art and project time with my kiddos.

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

Child care experience: 3 year

Education Background: Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC) in Early Education

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: that I am given the opportunity to help them learn and grow. I love that I am able to be a part of their early years!

Favorite children’s book: Pete the Cat and His White Shoes

In My Personal Time: arts and crafts, game nights, shopping, and going on adventures.

Holidays I like to celebrate: Any 🙂

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1 Year of ExperienceJoined 2026
Jennifer Ashley
Preschool 1, Assistant
Mahasweta Singh
Joined 2024
Mahasweta Singh
Preschool 2, Lead
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2 Years of ExperienceJoined 2026
Riley Horton
Preschool 2, Assistant

Let’s get to know each other.

I’m Riley.  I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I am 23 years old and I have always enjoyed working with children. I’m currently in school for a degree in education. I just recently got married! I am also a volleyball coach in my spare time.

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

Child care experience: 1 year

Education Background:  Pursuing Education Degree

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: watch them grow and see their minds expand into the person they will be in the future.

Favorite Book: Chicka, Chicka, Boom, Boom

In My Personal Time: Paint and hang out with my friends

Kilee Byrd
2 Years of ExperienceJoined 2025
Kilee Byrd
Pre- K Lead

Hi,

I’m Kilee.  I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I have a big family of 5 brothers, 3 nieces, and nephews. I play basketball and I love the outdoors.

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

Child care experience: 2 years

Education Background: Junior at Kennesaw State

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love engaging, communication, and to have fun!

Favorite children’s book: Pinkalicious

In My Personal Time: Go outside, spend time with family and friends

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11 Years of ExperienceJoined 2025
Elizabeth Little
Pre-K, Assistant

Let’s get to know each other.

I’m Elizabeth “Liz”.  I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I have been a teacher for 11 years. I have always had a passion for teaching children. I have four children and a granddaughter due in March! I live in Jasper, Ga. I love spending time with my family and my favorite treat is chocolate.

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

Child care experience: 11 year

Education Background:  Some College

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching them learn and being someone they trust

Favorite children’s book: The Giver

In My Personal Time: Play cards or board games with my kids, visit with family and friends, and I enjoy learning new recipes

Samantha Waight
16 Years of ExperienceJoined 2020
Samantha Waight
Mentor

I’m Mrs. Sam. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I am a mother of a six year old, and I enjoy spending time with my family and friends on the weekends. I am a very social person. I am a dedicated and determined worker. I always strive to exceed my goals as an educator. I feel this is the best way to create a learning environment for students and co-workers to succeed.

Child care experience: 15+ years

Education Background:  CDA in progress

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love to see them smile and grow

Favorite children’s book: Sam I AM

In My Personal Time: I like to spend time with my family, and I love to go on adventures.

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3 Years of ExperienceJoined 2025
Tearia Wright
Support

Let’s get to know each other.

I’m Teaira.  I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I’m a Mom of two wonderful children (4 and 8). Besides going on new adventures with my children, I like to stay at home to cook and bake.

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

Child care experience: 3 years

Education Background:  High School Graduate

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love getting to see their different personalities and how they express themselves.

Favorite children’s book: The Rainbow Fish

In My Personal Time: Traveling, Cooking, Baking, and sightseeing

Bryson Callahan
3 Years of ExperienceJoined 2023
Bryson Callahan
Substitute

I’m Coach Bryson.  I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

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.

Childcare experience: 1 year

Education Background: High School Diploma

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love everything that comes with working with children.

Favorite children’s book: Green Eggs and Ham

Favorite Holiday: Birthday/Christmas

Favorite Family Tradition: Going to church

Pets in the home: 1 dog Phoenix

In My Personal Time: To game, eat, hang with my family, watching movies, and shopping

Andrew Williams
5 Years of ExperienceJoined 2021
Andrew Williams
Custodian

Let’s get to know each other.

I’m Andrew.  I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I am an avid runner. I also attended Primrose Harmony when I was little. I wanted to come back and have the same affect on my children as Primrose had on me.

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

Child care experience: 2 years

Education Background:  Working on my Child Development Associates (CDA)

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love to see them smile and their bursts of energy.

Favorite children’s book: The Bad Seed

In My Personal Time: I like to run, Golf, and hang out with my friends.

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Joined 2026
Angelique Turner
School Service Chef
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Joined 2026
Peyton Walters
Support

Let’s get to know each other.

I’m Peyton.  I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I am 18 and a senior at Woodstock High School. I love to spend time with children. I also play flag football and volleyball. I will be playing flag football at the University of North Alabama this Fall.

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

Child care experience: 1 year

Education Background:  Senior in High School

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Making personal connections with children

Favorite children’s book: Just Like Me

In My Personal Time: Hang out with friends, workout or be active, and shop

Franchise Owners

Anshu & Vivek Gupta

Welcome to Primrose School of Harmony on the Lakes! We are proud to bring high-quality preschool and child care to young children and families in the Holly Springs, Georgia community. As parents of two wonderful daughters, we’ve experienced firsthand the incredible impact that early education, encouragement, and a nurturing environment can have on a child’s confidence and long-term success. Our passion for working with children stems from a deep belief that every child deserves a joyful, secure, and enriching start to life. Our eldest daughter graduated from Georgia Tech, and our youngest is currently in high school. Anshu holds a master’s degree in Earthquake Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee and has over 25 years of leadership experience in the corporate world. She is also a certified yoga instructor and a health and wellness enthusiast, which reflects her dedication to creating a balanced environment where children can flourish physically, emotionally, and academically. Vivek holds degrees in engineering and an MBA and currently serves in a senior leadership role at a major IT company. Together, our diverse backgrounds and shared values enable us to foster a warm, supportive environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, and character development. We are truly honored to be part of your child’s early learning journey and are committed to working hand-in-hand with you to help every child grow, thrive, and shine. Warmly, Anshu & Vivek

Our family would love to meet yours.

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