Our Pre-Kindergarten Classroom
Primrose® introduces and reinforces new information through playful exploration, teacher-guided inquiry and rich discussion as they help foster Active Minds, Healthy Bodies, and Happy Hearts®. Your child will have fun every day as they play and learn important academic skills, social skills and more, because when they are mentally, physically and emotionally ready to learn a skill, they develop mastery.
Nurturing Active Minds, Healthy Bodies, and Happy Hearts
Health & Safety
Our school is committed to high standards of safety and cleanliness as we create a caring and nurturing environment where children can thrive.
- Requiring any children or staff with respiratory illness symptoms or fever to return home and stay home until fever free for at least 24 hours
- Frequent disinfecting and sanitizing of high-touch toys
- Frequent handwashing by children and staff, which is embedded in our curriculum and daily staff protocols
- Training teachers on common signs of illness in children, and placing signage in every classroom to keep signs of illness top of mind
- Daily laundering of crib sheets for infants; for older children, individual cots and blankets are provided for each child and laundered weekly
- Ensuring appropriate teacher-student classroom ratios
- Continuous health & safety training for our staff, including first aid and CPR certification
- Maintaining an up-to-date and customized Safe School Plan posted in all classrooms for easy teacher access
- Dual layer security to enter the school, video monitor that allows us to go into lock down during core part of the day. Two layers of security to pass through before getting into the school.
- Update HVAC systems with air filtration in every classroom, pumping in oxidized air targeting airbourne viruses keeping our air quality excellent.
Our Pre-Kindergarten Classroom Teachers & Staff
Ms. Ciaann Chance
Hi, I’m Ms. Ciaann!
I’m excited to tell you a little about myself! I have been working in early childhood education for nearly 14 years, and my passion for teaching continues to grow every day. I love watching children discover new things, build confidence, and develop their unique personalities throughout the year.
I have three wonderful children—two boys and a girl. As a family, we enjoy singing karaoke on the weekends, watching funny movies, and spending quality time together. One of my favorite family movie nights includes Puss in Boots!
I look forward to getting to know you and your family and partnering with you to make this a fun and memorable year for your child.
Child Care/Teaching Experience: Nearly 14 years
Education: High School Diploma
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching each child’s personality grow and shine throughout the year.
Favorite Children’s Book: Green Eggs and Ham—I love the reminder that it’s important to try new things!
Favorite Holiday: Halloween—I love dressing up and celebrating the fun!
Favorite Family Tradition: Watching Big Brother together whenever it’s on.
Pets: Two cats and one dog.
In My Free Time: Spending quality time with my family.
Ms. Mono Taccone
Hi, I’m Ms. Mono!
I’m so excited to be part of the Primrose School of North Olathe family! I have five years of experience working with children and a background in both English and Studio Arts. I love being able to bring my passion for literacy, creativity, and learning into the classroom each day.
One of my favorite parts of teaching is helping children develop their literacy skills and discover a love for books and storytelling. I also enjoy encouraging children to express themselves creatively and watching their confidence grow as they learn new things.
I look forward to getting to know you and your family and being part of your child’s learning journey here at Primrose!
Child Care/Teaching Experience: 5 years
Education: Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Studio Arts.
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Teaching literacy and helping children develop a love of reading.
Favorite Children’s Book: Frog and Toad
Favorite Holiday: Halloween
Favorite Family Tradition: Making cookies with my abuela.
Pets at Home: Jax, my Chihuahua, and Patunia, my tabby cat.
In My Free Time: Creating art in my studio, reading, listening to podcasts, and singing.
Ms. Cayla Lang
Hi, I’m Cayla!
I’m excited to be part of the Primrose School of North Olathe family! I have six years of experience working with young children, and I truly enjoy helping them learn, grow, and discover the world around them. One of my favorite parts of each day is listening to the funny stories children share—they always bring a smile to my face!
I strive to create a warm, nurturing environment where every child feels safe, valued, and encouraged to explore, learn, and build confidence. It is a privilege to be part of each child’s early learning journey, and I look forward to partnering with your family throughout the year.
Child Care/Teaching Experience: 6 years
Education: Studies in Social Work and Criminology
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Hearing their funny stories and watching their unique personalities shine.
Favorite Children’s Book: There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Favorite Family Tradition: Movie nights and Sunday dinners with my family.
Pets: A cat named Nugget and a dog named Murphy.
In My Free Time: Reading, going for walks, and scrapbooking.
Mr. Holden Whitman
Hi, I’m Mr. Holden!
I’m excited to be part of the Primrose School of North Olathe family! I’m currently pursuing a degree in Elementary Education and have a passion for helping children learn, grow, and build confidence. My experience working with JCPRD’s summer camp program showed me just how much I enjoy working with kids and inspired me to pursue a career in education.
One of my favorite things about working with children is their incredible energy and enthusiasm. Every day brings new opportunities to learn, laugh, and create meaningful connections.
When I’m not in the classroom, you’ll usually find me outdoors. I enjoy playing tennis, hiking, traveling, and spending time in nature whenever I can.
I look forward to getting to know you and your family and being part of your child’s learning journey!
Child Care/Teaching Experience: JCPRD Summer Camp Program
Education: Currently pursuing a degree in Elementary Education.
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Their enthusiasm, energy, and excitement for learning.
Favorite Children’s Book: Magic Tree House series
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Favorite Family Tradition: Enjoying a special Christmas meal together with my family.
Pets: One cat and one dog.
In My Free Time: Playing tennis, traveling, hiking, and spending time outdoors.
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