Primrose School Building

Primrose School of Midland at Westridge

Our Staff

  • Sophia Kennedy, Director

    Sophia Kennedy

    Director
  • Rachel Kimble, Infant Teacher

    Rachel Kimble

    Infant Teacher

    Let’s get to know each other.

    I’m Ms. Kimble.I wanted to tell you a little about myself. I started my Primrose Journey in 2019.and have never looked back. I am from Midland but spent my childhood in the suburbs of Chicago. I studied early childhood education in college and began my career in the church nursery before staying home to raise my own four children. After my children were grown I came back to early childhood as the infant teacher and I am very passionate about it.

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

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

    Primrose character I most relate to: I relate the most to Katie the Cat because I enjoy helping others.

    What I love most about working with children: I love getting help the children learn and grow.

  • Melissa Martinez, Infant Teacher

    Melissa Martinez

    Infant Teacher

    Let’s get to know each other.

    I’m Ms. Martinez.I wanted to tell you a little about myself. During my free time I love going shopping and to the movies. I am with my family as much as possible and love attending church. I have been with the Primrose family since 2019 and have loved every step of the way.

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

    Favorite Children’s Book:The Cat in The Hat

    Primrose Character you most relate to: I feel like I relate the most with Ally the Bunny because I believe taking responsibility for your work is very important

    What I love most about working with children: I love to watch them learn and grow

  • Jasmine Lopez, Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

    Jasmine Lopez

    Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

    Let’s get to know each other.

    I’m Ms. Lopez.I wanted to tell you a little about myself. I am a new mom myself and love seeing my own kiddo grow each day. I am passionate about working with kids because I love to see them get so excited when they learn something new. I have been with Primrose since 2021 and have loved getting to know my new students.

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

    Favorite children’s book: The Rainbow Fish

    Primrose character I most relate to: I relate the most to Percy because I believe I have a big caring heart just like him. I like to offer wisdom and a cheerful direction to children.

    What I love most about working with children: I love getting to see children development and learning firsthand.

  • Genny Howard, Older Toddler Teacher

    Genny Howard

    Older Toddler Teacher

    Let’s get to know each other.

    I’m Ms. Howard. I wanted to tell you a little about myself. I started with Primrose in 2020 and love everything about it. I attended Hardin- Simmons University and received my Bachelors of Arts from there. I love spending time with my family and traveling. I am currently working on my Masters from Liberty University and I plan on being a missionary in the Philippines later in life.

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

    Favorite Children’s Book: There’s a Wocket in My Pocket

    Primrose Character you most relate to: I relate the most to Mia the Mouse because respect for oneself and for the people around you is very important

    What I love most about working with children: I love having fun with the children and watching them grow into their own unique selves.

     

  • Amanda Robb, Early Preschool One Teacher

    Amanda Robb

    Early Preschool One Teacher

    Let’s get to know each other.

    I’m Ms. Hill. I wanted to tell you a little about myself. I joined the Primrose Team in 2019. I moved to Midland from Oklahoma with my fiancé and have been here for about 6 years now and love it. I enjoy working at primrose and getting to learn and grow with my kids

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

    Favorite Children’s Book: The Rainbow Fish

    Primrose Character you most relate to: I believe I relate the most to Ally the Bunny. She represents responsibility which I think is a very important quality to teach all of the kiddos.

    What I love most about working with children: I love learning and growing with them every day.

  • Sapphire Dellinger, Early Preschool One Teacher

    Sapphire Dellinger

    Early Preschool One Teacher

    Let’s get to know each other.

    I’m Ms. Dellinger.I wanted to tell you a little about myself. I joined the Primrose Team in 2021. In my spare time I love taking pictures of landscapes and Traveling. I lived in south Korea for a year and two months teaching English to children. I really enjoyed the country and being with the students all while teaching them my native language.

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

    Favorite Children’s Book: How The Grinch Stole Christmas

    Primrose Character you most relate to: I believe I relate the most to Percy the Rooster because I want to show courage to try new things. I like to demonstrate that fear doesn’t have to keep us back from trying new things

    What I love most about working with children: I love to work with children because they’re fun and I want to show them a good example and help them grow

  • Veronica Beltran, Early Preschool Two Teacher

    Veronica Beltran

    Early Preschool Two Teacher
  • Soley Enriquez, Infant Teacher

    Soley Enriquez

    Infant Teacher
  • Clarissa Rodriguez, Young Toddler Teacher

    Clarissa Rodriguez

    Young Toddler Teacher
  • Kassy Roach, Younger Toddler Teacher

    Kassy Roach

    Younger Toddler Teacher
  • Michael and Lou Ann McLaughlin, Franchise Owner

    Michael and Lou Ann McLaughlin

    Franchise Owners

    Michael and Lou Ann McLaughlin are seasoned Primrose School owners with degrees in Education, Business and Law from Baylor University. Lou Ann's degree includes a specialization in early childhood education, and she has taught Kindergarten and all elementary school grades in both public and private schools in Texas. Lou Ann holds a Masters Degree in Educational Administration from the University of Houston. She is a Texas certified preschool director and trainer. Lou Ann has served on numerous SACS/CITA accreditation committees and on the Primrose Advisory Council. She is currently serving on the Texas AdvancEd Council representing early childhood interests. Mr. and Mrs. McLaughlin are the proud recipients of the prestigious Primrose Schools President's Award for outstanding achievement. They are active participants in the Houston Children's Fund benefitting Houston's most needy children. Michael and Lou Ann are the proud grandparents of five adorable grandchildren, two of them are Primrose students!

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