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Hello, I’m Cindy. Hines. I am the Executive Director at Primrose School of P&G at Winton Hill, P&G at GO, and Primrose School of West Chester. I have Bachelor of Science in Human Ecology from The Ohio State University. I’ve been the Director of this school since 2008 and I am excited to be a part of the Primrose leadership team.
I am a wife and mother of three girls. My family moved to Cincinnati in 2008. We spend a lot of time on the soccer fields on the weekends as all of my girls are active with soccer.
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family!
I’m Ms. Nicole. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Child care experience: 10 years as a Preschool teacher / 6 as a director
Education Background: B.A in ECE administration
Favorite food: Tacos!
Favorite weekend activity: Riding The Harley with my husband!
Favorite children’s book: Harold the Purple Crayon
Primrose character I most relate to: Percy
What I’m most excited about this school year: Getting to know the Primrose family/the children, their families, and the teachers!
I’m Heather, I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
I have been working in childcare settings since 2015. I started as an infant floater teacher and have worked with every age group up to school-age children. I have experience in school administration as a curriculum specialist, health and safety coordinator, and assistant director. I moved to the Northern Kentucky area for my husband’s new position in October of 2019 from Westerville, Ohio. I graduated from Ohio State in 2017, buckeye for life! I have 3 children. In my spare time, you’ll find me at swim meets and soccer games, or outside playing with the kids. We are big Disney fans!
Child care experience: 7 years
Education Background: Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education/Development
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love the “AHA!” moment when a new concept finally clicks and the child understands. The look of pride on their face is the best!
Favorite children’s book: “Oh! The Places You’ll Go!”
In My Personal Time: I enjoy spending time with my family and traveling.
Hi, I'm Maria! I am originally from Columbus, OH, and moved to Cincinnati in June 2021. I have been in the ECE field for 8 years. I started working with children while teaching dance and tumbling classes in my hometown of Pickerington, OH, before starting as a Lead Infant Teacher in 2014. Since the start of my career, I have worked with every ECE age group, and I am now in my first leadership role at Primrose P&G Winton Hill. In my free time, I enjoy dancing, hot yoga, crocheting, and taking care of my cats, Ellie and Opal! I am so excited to join the Primrose family!
Child care experience: 8 years
Education Background: High School Diploma
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love the conversations and interactions I have with the kids!
Favorite children’s book: Corduroy by Don Freeman
In My Personal Time: I like to cook, crochet, do yoga, and take care of my cats. I have also been a professional dancer and choreographer for 10 years!
Hello, my name is Kirby Webb and I’m proud to say that I’m the Chef here at Primrose School WH. Since being here, I have had the pleasure with working with a great group of people and families. During my free time, I enjoy spending time with my 2 children, cooking, and decorating my new house!
Hometown: Cincinnati, OH
Cooking/ food service experience: 7 years
Favorite food: Salad and Steak
Favorite weekend activity: Spending time with family and friends
Favorite children’s book: Goodnight moon
Primrose Character I like the most: Og
What am I most excited about this school year: Seeing the smiles on the children faces.
I’m Ms. Janaya. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
Hometown: Atlanta, Georgia
Child care experience: 2 years
Education Background: Currently working on CDA
Favorite food: Chili
Favorite weekend activity: Family time
Favorite children’s book: Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Primrose character I most relate to: Erwin
What I’m most excited about this school year: Getting to know the children and parents
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
Child care experience: I’ve previously worked in a preschool classroom for a year. I’ve been at Primrose since January.
Education Background: I graduated high school in 2020
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Interacting with them, watching them learn and grow. Watching them achieve milestones.
Favorite children’s book: “Green Eggs and Ham” By Dr. Seuss
In My Personal Time: I enjoy swimming, playing video games, reading and writing as well as spending time with my family and friends.
I’m Rebecca I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
Hometown: Union, OH
Childcare experience: Early Beginnings, Private Nanny
Education Background: Chaminade Julienne High School
Favorite food: Lasagna
Favorite weekend activity: Reading a good novel
Favorite children’s book: Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
Primrose character I most relate to: Katie
What I’m most excited about this school year: New adventures!
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
Hi, my name is Elizabeth Arnold! I have worked in childcare for about 3 years now. I previously worked at Primrose School of Mason before coming to Primrose here in Winton Hills. I recently just graduated with my undergraduate degree from Xavier University. I am currently in my Master's Program, at Xavier, in Early Childhood Education. My favorite thing about working with children is seeing them explore and get excited about what they are discovering. It is something that brings joy to me J. My favorite children’s book is Harry the Dirty Dog. I vividly remember reading this with my grandpa who probably read the book over 1000 times. In my personal time, you can find me participating in my campus ministry events. I love to kayak and go to Red’s games! So much fun!
Hi, I’m Ms. Saryca. I’d like to tell you a little about myself.
Hometown: Cincinnati
Education Background: Mount Healthy High School
Favorite food: Chipotle
Favorite weekend activity: Playing with my younger siblings
Favorite children’s book: “Green Eggs and Ham” by Dr. Seuss
Primrose character I most relate to: Og
What I’m most excited about this school year: Getting to know all of my students and helping them grow.
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
I’m Ms. Maddie . I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
Hometown: Detroit, MI
Child care experience: Lots of experience with nieces and nephews
Education Background: High School Diploma
Favorite food: Tacos
Favorite weekend activity: Being on the lake, painting or drawing
Favorite children’s book: If you give a mouse a cookie
Primrose character I most relate to: Erwin
What I’m most excited about this school year: Getting to know the children
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
I’m Ms. Toni. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
Hometown: Ross, Ohio
Child care experience: A little over 2.5 years
Education Background: High School Diploma
Favorite food: Pizza, Boneless BBQ Wings, & Salad
Favorite weekend activities: Going to Hockey Games, being with my granddaughters, camping.
Favorite children’s book: Green Eggs & Ham
Primrose character I most relate to: Erwin
What I’m most excited about this school year: Meeting new children/teaching and learning together.
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
Let’s get to know each other.
I’m Ms. Dri. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
Hometown: Tokyo, Japan
Child care experience: 1 year
Education Background: Associate’s Degree
Favorite food: Tacos
Favorite weekend activity: Hanging out with friends
Favorite children’s book: If you give a mouse a cookie
Primrose character I most relate to: Percy. We have the same birthday and big hearts!
What I’m most excited about this school year: Meeting all the new students and families
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
I’m Isabella, I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
Hometown: Sweet Home, Oregon
Childcare experience: 1-year in-home nanny
Education Background: Sweet Home High School, Dare 2 Care (CNA)
Favorite Children’s Book: I Love You Forever
Favorite food: Pasta
Favorite weekend activity: Baking and playing guitar
Primrose character I most relate to: Katie the Cat
What I’m most excited about this school year: Getting to know my kids and their families.
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
I have been teaching since 1976 and have a Child Development Associate credential. I have been teaching for almost 40 years and the excitement is still there! I played school when I was a child and aspired to be a great teacher when I grew up. I am still aspiring every day to be the best teacher that I can be and to enrich children’s lives with curiosity and the love of learning!
My faith and family are my everything! I am happiest when we are together. I also love the outdoors! I really enjoy hiking and meandering in the woods, taking pictures of nature’s beauty.
Hi, my name is Jenae Lyons. I am 30 years old. I have lived in Cincinnati my whole life. I have a big family with 13 brothers and sisters. I graduated high school in 2010 from the school for Creative and Performing Arts where I majored in drama, vocal music and played the violin for 7 years. I’m currently working on my associate of arts in social work. I will be completing this degree in the fall and transferring to U.C. to continue my education. I’ve worked in childcare for 7 years.
Child care experience: 7 years
Education Background: High School Diploma, and currently working toward my associate’s degree
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: is watching them learn new things and grasp different concepts
Favorite children’s book: “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie”
In My Personal Time: I like to crochet stuffed animals.
I’m Ms. Jillian. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
Hometown: Wilder, KY
Child care experience: 3 years
Education Background: Child development Degree from Morehead State
Favorite food: Mashed Potatoes
Favorite weekend activity: Spending time with Family & Friends
Favorite children’s book: The Napping House
Primrose character I most relate to: Erwin
What I’m most excited about this school year: Building relationships with children.
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
I’m Valerie, I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
Child care experience: 9 years
Education Background: Associate’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
Favorite children’s book: “Giraffes Can’t Dance”
Favorite weekend activity: Roller skating
Primrose character I most relate to: Percy
What I’m most excited about this school year: Receiving my Bachelor’s degree in Special Education and beginning my Master’s program!
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
I’m Ms. Terri. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
Hometown: Cincinnati, OH
Child care experience: 18 years
Education Background: Montessori certified 0-6 years
Favorite food: Skyline
Favorite weekend activity: Curling
Favorite children’s book: Where the wild things are
Primrose character I most relate to: Erwin
What I’m most excited about this school year: WOW! Moments
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
I’m Ms. Tina. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
Hometown: Cincinnati, Ohio
Child care experience: 20 years
Education Background: Early Childhood Education
Favorite food: Fried Fish
Favorite weekend activity: Bowling
Favorite children’s book: Any Dr. Seuss book
Primrose character I most relate to: Molly
What I’m most excited about this school year: Getting to know the children and parents
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
Hi, I’m Ashline, I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Education Background: Xavier University Graduate
Favorite children’s book: “Savvy” by Ingrid Law
Favorite food: Asian cuisines
Favorite weekend activity: Photography
Primrose character I most relate to: Libby
What I’m most excited about this school year: Getting to know the kids and creating an environment where learning is fun.
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
I’m Reda. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
Hometown: Columbus, OH
Child care experience: 4 months
Education Background: Nurse Aid Certification. I’m currently a Health Science major at the University of Cincinnati.
Favorite Weekend Activity: Anything new or challenging with friends.
Favorite children’s book: Wonder
Primrose Character I most relate to: Percy
What I’m most excited about this year: Building a connection with as many families and students as possible. Providing an experience for students to take home each day.
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
Meet Dona and Roland Young, proud Franchise Owners of Primrose School of West Chester and two Primrose schools located on corporate campuses of the Procter & Gamble (P&G) Company: Primrose School at P&G GO Child Development Center and Primrose School at P&G Winton Hill Child Development Center.
The Youngs – who have three grown children – have been married for over 40 years, and always dreamed of building a business together. They decided to join the Primrose Family because they love children, believe in the importance of meaningful educational experiences and want to help families balance the demands of their careers and family lives. The couple moved to Cincinnati in 2010 to open their first Primrose school, and opened their second and third Primrose schools on two of P&G’s campuses in January 2017.
Before becoming a Franchise Owner, Dona served as chairman, president and CEO of a Fortune 1000 company that provides life, annuity and asset management products. During the course of her 30-year career, she has honed a passion for education, talent development, business and corporate governance. Dona serves on several corporate boards, is an elected trustee of Save the Children and Save the Children International, and also serves on the board of the Saint James School, a preparatory school in Maryland. An active business consultant, Dona provides high-level guidance and support for their Primrose schools.
A graduate of Cornell University, Roland practiced law for 30 years and was the managing partner of a Connecticut law firm prior to pursuing his lifelong dream of nurturing and growing a business of his own. He has also taught at the junior high, high school and graduate school levels. Roland is a passionate, spirited and hands-on Franchise Owner who manages the majority of the operations for their schools. As a litigator, Roland measured his success based on wins for his clients. These days, he measures his success by the hugs and high fives he receives from Primrose children and the developmental accomplishments he witnesses.
Dona and Roland love offering a loving, warm atmosphere where children can grow Active Minds, Healthy Bodies and Happy Hearts®. Longtime supporters of Primrose Schools, the Youngs are thrilled to provide the quality experience they know and love to children and families in the Cincinnati area.
Their three Primrose schools feature the Balanced Learning® curriculum in infant through Pre-Kindergarten classrooms and the Primrose Explorers before- and after-school program for students up to age 12 (West Chester only). Developed and taught exclusively at Primrose Schools, the research-informed curriculum blends purposeful play with nurturing guidance to encourage curiosity, creativity, confidence and compassion.
Primrose School of West Chester is located at 8378 Princeton Glendale Road. For more information, visit www.primroseWestChester.com.
For more information about the Primrose Childhood Development Centers on P&G’s campuses (which have exclusive enrollment for the families of P&G employees), please contact Roland Young at ryoung@primrosepgwh.com.