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Schedule A TourI joined the Primrose family in July 2017 with 12 years of experience in the field of Early Childhood Education. I love working in the same community I live in and seeing families out and about around Prior Lake and Savage. My favorite thing about Primrose includes the Four Principles of Service that our day is based on as staff. We approach each day with joy, build trusted relationships, connect with warmth and sincerity and deliver the WOW! We can't wait to meet you and your family!
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Hometown: Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Education: Bachelor's in Elementary Education from University of Minnesota - Twin Cities and holds a current Minnesota Elementary Education Teaching License
Hobby: Running
Food: Pizza
Snack: Love them all
Beverage: Diet Cherry Coke or Pepsi
Favorite Color: Purple
Book: Agate: What Good is a Moose?
Author: Stan and Jan Berenstein
I joined the Primrose family in June 2007 with 10 years of experience in the field of Early Childhood Education. I love working in the same community I live in and seeing families out and about around Prior Lake and Savage. My favorite thing about Primrose includes the Four Principles of Service that our day is based on as staff. We approach each day with joy, build trusted relationships, connect with warmth and sincerity and deliver the WOW! We can't wait to meet you and your family!
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Hometown: Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Education: Bachelor's of Science in Elementary Education from Valley City State with a Kindergarten Endorsement, Bachelor's of Science in Child Development from North Dakota State University, and holds a current Minnesota K - 2 Teaching License
Hobby: Rollerblading
Food: Pasta
Snack: Ghardettos Chex Mix
Beverage: Mixed Berry Punch Lemonade
Favorite Color: Blue
Book Genre: Memoirs or Mystery
Children's books: Pete the Cat Series
I joined the Primrose family in June 2018 with 4 years of experience in the field of Early Childhood Education. I love working in the same community I live in and seeing families out and about around Prior Lake and Savage. My favorite thing about Primrose includes the Four Principles of Service that our day is based on as staff. We approach each day with joy, build trusted relationships, connect with warmth and sincerity and deliver the WOW! We can't wait to meet you and your family!
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Hometown: Wausau, Wisconsin
Education: Bachelor's of Science in Leadership of Early Education from Rasmussen University and an Accredited Teaching English as a Foreign Language Degree
Hobby: Photgraphy
Food: Pho or Ramen
Snack: Dots Pretzels
Beverage: Any Espresso Beverage
Favorite Color: Yellow
Book Genre: Thriller
Children's book: Love You Forever
I joined the Primrose family in October 2021. I love working in the same community I live in and seeing families out and about around Prior Lake and Savage. My favorite thing about Primrose includes the Four Principles of Service that our day is based on as staff. We approach each day with joy, build trusted relationships, connect with warmth and sincerity and deliver the WOW! We can't wait to meet you and your family!
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Hometown: St. Michael, Minnesota
Education: Associates of Culinary Arts from Hibbing College
Hobby: Jet Skiing
Food: Spaghetti and Meatballs
Snack: Cheese Sticks
Beverage: Coca-Cola
Favorite Color: Blue
I joined the Primrose family in September 2021. I love working in the same community I live in and seeing families out and about around Prior Lake and Savage. My favorite thing about Primrose includes the Four Principles of Service that our day is based on as staff. We approach each day with joy, build trusted relationships, connect with warmth and sincerity and deliver the WOW! We can't wait to meet you and your family!
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Hometown: Indianapolis, Indiana
Education: Associates of Business and Accounting from St. Cloud State
Hobby: Reading
Food: Pasta
Snack: Popcorn
Beverage: Diet Mt. Dew
Favorite Color: Blue
Book Genre: Fiction
I started my journey with Primrose in January 2017 and earned my Certificate in Early Childhood Teacher Education. I love and appreciate Og’s Story Time, a special time each day dedicated to the joys of reading and exploring new worlds.
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Hobby: Making Tutus and Headbands
Education: Child Development Associate
Food: Ice Cream
Snack: BBQ Pop Chips
Beverage: Hot Mint Condition from Caribou
Favorite Color: Mint Green
Book: The Going to Bed Book
Author: Sandra Boynton
I have been working in the field of Early Childhood Education for 4 years and started my journey with Primrose in July 2020. The Primrose Balanced Learning Curriculum is so unique in that it allows for play and individualized learning. I look forward to getting to know you and your family!
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Hometown: Hibbing, MN
Education: Continuing Education at Rasmassen College for Early Childhood Education
Hobby: Adult Coloring Books, Art, Video Games, and Watching/ Reading Anime
Food: Mexican or Italian
Beverage: Iced Caramel Coffee
Snack: Vegetables
Favorite Color: Turquoise and Black
Book: I Love You to the Moon and Back
Author: Dr. Seuss
I started my journey with Primrose in June 2017 and my favorite thing about being a Primrose teacher is being able to implement our research based Balanced Learning curriculum to children of all ages throughout the school. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from the University of Wisconsin- River Falls and current Teaching License through the state of Minnesota and Wisconsin.
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Hometown: Colfax, Wisconsin
Education: Bachelor's in Elementary Education at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls and holds current Minnesota and Wisconsin State Elementary Teaching Licenses
Hobby: Knitting and Crocheting
Food: Sushi
Snack: Jalapeno Cheddar Kettle Chips
Beverage: Espresso Drinks
Favorite Color: Black and Sparkles
Book: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Author: Eric Carle
As an Infant and Toddler teacher at Primrose, I love the opportunity to be able to build trusted relationships with not only the children but also with the families and staff. I have over 10 years of experience in the field of Early Childhood Education and I am currently working on pursuing my degree in Early Childhood Education.
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Hometown: Richfield, MN
Education: Currently pursuing Child Development Associate
Hobby: Reading, Running, and Spending Time with my Family
Food: Avocado Chicken Salad
Snack: Avocado
Beverage: Coffee from Starbucks
Favorite Color: Purple
Book: Brown Bear, Brown Bear
Author: Eric Carle
I have over 5 years of experience in the Early Childhood field. I love being part of the Primrose family, especially with the Toddlers! Watching them learn and grow through experience and play is the best part of the day. I live in Prior Lake with my fiance, Giovanni, and sons, Deklan and Leo.
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Joined Primrose: October 2018
Hometown: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Education: CDA in Child Development
Hobbies: Crafting and Reading
I joined the Primrose Family with over 10 years of teaching experience. I was drawn to join the Primrose family, when I learned about their values and how they build trusted relationships amongst the students, the families, and the staff. There is no truer feeling of home than with Primrose, and I am so excited to continue my journey.
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Hometown: Veseli, MN
Education: Diploma in Early Childhood Development from Dakota County Technical College
Hobby: Crafts
Food: Chicken
Snack: Popcorn
Beverage: Calypsa Lemonade
Favorite Color: Blue
Book: Little Critter
Author: Mercer Mayer
I have over 5 years of experience in the Early Childhood field. I am excited to be a part of the Primrose family and pass on my knowledge to the families and children in my care! I live with my partner and son, Hunter.
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Joined Primrose: October 2021
Hometown: Thoreau, New Mexico
Education: CDA in Child Development 2022
Hobbies: Crocheting
I have been a part of the Primrose of Prior Lake and Savage family for a few years now! My favorite thing about being a teacher is being able to make a difference in every child’s life. Their perspectives and exploration of the world around them is so refreshing!
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Joined Primrose: February 2019
Hometown: Savage, Minnesota
Education: Associates in Child Development
Hobbies: Camping and Hiking
I joined the Primrose family in September 2021 with 3 years of experience in the field of Early Childhood Education. I love working in the same community I live in and seeing families out and about around Prior Lake and Savage. My favorite thing about Primrose includes the Four Principles of Service that our day is based on as staff. We approach each day with joy, build trusted relationships, connect with warmth and sincerity and deliver the WOW! We can't wait to meet you and your family!
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Hometown: St. Paul, Minnesota
Education: Current Child Development CDA
Hobby: Camping
Food: Mexican
Snack: Sharp Cheddar and Parmesan Chez-its
Beverage: La Croix
Favorite Color: Blue
Book Genre: Mystery
I joined the Primrose family in January 2020 with 9 years of experience in the field of Early Childhood Education. I love working in the same community I live in and seeing families out and about around Prior Lake and Savage. My favorite thing about Primrose includes the Four Principles of Service that our day is based on as staff. We approach each day with joy, build trusted relationships, connect with warmth and sincerity and deliver the WOW! We can't wait to meet you and your family!
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Hometown: Roberts, Wisconsin
Education: Child Development CDA
Hobby: Crafting
Food: Italian
Snack: Chips of any kind
Beverage: Coffee
Favorite Color: Blue
Book Genre: Mystery and Romance
This is my first year at Primrose and I couldn’t be more excited! I have experience teaching dance to children ages 2 to 5. I have had so much fun at Tippy-Toes, but I was ready to make a larger impact on children’s lives, which I feel like I can do here. I truly look forward to being the guiding light for children’s growth.
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Joined Primrose: January 2022
Hometown: Shakopee, Minnesota
Education: High School Diploma and continuing education
Hobbies: Dance, Reading, and being Outdoors
This is my first year at Primrose! I have a few years of experience teaching, primarily in the infant program. I am excited to grow in my career and now work with the Early Preschool Kids! Playing and teaching children is my passion.
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Joined Primrose: January 2022
Hometown: Greenville, South Carolina
Education: High School Diploma and continuing education
Hobbies: Reading
I have been part of the Primrose of Prior Lake and Savage family for almost two years now! I started when I was in High School and decided to continue on when I started college. I love being a Primrose teacher as I get the wonderful experience of watching children grow each and every day!
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Joined Primrose: February 2020
Hometown: Savage, Minnesota
Education: High School Diploma and continuing Education
Hobbies: Cheerleading and spending time with family
I have been with Primrose for over 6 years, teaching Pre-Kindergarten for the first two and Preschool Pathways classroom for the last 4 years. I have enjoyed teaching valuable life skills as a teacher, and decided to utilize my knowledge to train teachers as the Wonder Program - EP1/EP2/PP Education Coach, as well as an administrative assistant. I live with my husband, Lance, and daughters, Sadie and Kaylee, in Prior Lake.
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Joined Primrose: August 2015
Hometown: Prior Lake, Minnesota
Education: Associates of Education from University of Minnesota – Mankato and Bachelor’s of Leadership in Early Education, Spring 2023
Hobbies: Spending time outdoors with my family and Reading
I joined the Primrose family in 2020 after learning about their principles of service and each one is incorporated into everyday teaching! My goal as a teacher is to make a difference in each child's life and help them reach their developmental goals. I live in Savage with my Partner and our soon-to-be baby!
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Joined Primrose: November 2020
Hometown: Savage, Minnesota
Education: Bachelor Degree in Elementary Education from Winona State University
Hobbies: Reading and Running
I started my journey with the Primrose of Prior Lake and Savage family in 2018 after graduating with my undergraduate in Elementary Education! I love being able to make a difference. It is truly amazing to be able to see each child grow and evolve!
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Joined Primrose: October 2018
Hometown: Norfolk, Virginia
Education: Bachelor of Science from St. Cloud University in Elementary Education and a current Minnesota Elementary Education teaching license
Hobby: Swimming
I have been a part of the Primrose family for over three years! In that time, I have established strong connections with the students, families, and staff. My favorite part of being a teacher is creating a safe and loving atmosphere in each classroom! I live in Savage with my sweet twins, Jacksyn and Jordyn.
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Joined Primrose: February 2019
Hometown: Eagan, Minnesota
Education: Bachelor Degree of Science in Special Education and Developmental Disabilities from Minnesota State University
Hobbies: Basketball, Watching Movies, and Reading
I joined the Primrose family with over 20 years of experience in the Early Education Field. My favorite part about being a Primrose teacher is being able to see the progression of the Balanced Learning Approach throughout each age group. I live in Shakopee with my Husband, Rick.
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Joined Primrose: February 2020
Hometown: Bayfield, Wisconsin
Education: Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education
Hobbies: Horse Back Riding and Using my Cricut for crafts
I have been part of the Primrose family for over a year and plan to spend many more here. I love being a Primrose teacher because of the developmentally appropriate curriculum and the inclusion of balanced learning. I live in Burnsville with my Husband, Corey, and our soon-to-be baby boy!
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Joined Primrose: August 2020
Hometown: Caledonia, Minnesota
Education: Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from St. Martin Luther College
Hobbies: Baking
I have been in the education field for 10 years, 5 of those here at Primrose school of Prior Lake and Savage. I find Primrose to be such a special place. From the Primrose Patch to the Harmony and Hearts puppet friends, I feel blessed to be part of such a caring and educational Program. I am the Kindergarten teacher and Education Coach for the Venture Program – PS/PK/K and Explorers. I live in Lakeville with my husband, Thomas, and daughters Kenzie, Ayla, and Morgan.
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Joined Primrose: April 2017
Hometown: Burnsville, Minnesota
Education: Bachelor's of Child Psychology and Masters of Elementary Education from University of Minnesota – Twin Cities, and a K – 6 Teaching License
Hobbies: Crafting, reading, and Volleyball
I have been part of the Primrose family for over 3 years and I love working with children of all ages! The staff and families are so welcoming and I have built so many trusted relationships! I look forward to meeting you and your family!
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Hometown: Denver, Colorado
Education: Continuing Education at Normandale Community College
Hobby: Coloring
Food: Tacos
Snack: Goldfish
Beverage: Lemonade
Favorite Color: Purple
Book: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Author: Eric Carle
I love being able to watch the children learn and grow through their experience. I look forward to meeting you and your family!
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Hometown: Prior Lake, Minnesota
Education: Current Student at Prior Lake High School
Hobby: Going to the Gym
Food: Sushi
Snack: BBQ Chips
Beverage: Lemonade
Favorite Color: Light Rose
Book: Call Me By Your Name
Author: Anare Aciman
I joined the Primrose family in August 2021. I love working in the same community I live in and seeing families out and about around Prior Lake and Savage. My favorite thing about Primrose includes the Four Principles of Service that our day is based on as staff. We approach each day with joy, build trusted relationships, connect with warmth and sincerity and deliver the WOW! We can't wait to meet you and your family!
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Hometown: Shakopee, Minnesota
Education: Attending High School
Hobby: Musical Theatre
Food: French Fries
Snack: Salt and Vinegar Chips
Beverage: Sweet Tea
Favorite Color: Perrywinkle
Book Genre: Memoirs
Children's books: Harry Potter
I love working with children and seeing their smiling faces!
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Hometown: Savage, Minnesota
Education: Current student at Prior Lake High School
Hobby: Hanging out with friends
Food: Top the Tator
Snack: Goldfish Crackers
Beverage: Lemonade
Favorite Color: Army Green
Book: One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish
Author: Dr. Seuss
Meet Saleem Karmaliani and Dr. Salima Mithani – dedicated parents of three daughters and active owners and operators of Primrose Schools located in the northern, central and southern neighborhoods of twin cities metropolis. These schools are actively serving neighborhoods within and close to the cities of Arden Hills, Prior Lake, Richfield, Savage, South Minneapolis and Shoreview
Primrose School of Prior Lake & Savage was the very first Primrose to open its doors in Minnesota in August 2006. With years of successfully serving the Prior Lake and Savage communities, the couple decided to organically grow into neighborhoods where the communities were still lacking high quality early childhood education and care. As a result they own Primrose School of South Minneapolis & Richfield and Primrose School of Arden Hills & Shoreview.
As parents of young children themselves, Karmalianis understand the importance of starting early to shape a child’s educational foundation and character. The couple, sees first hand, the difference early childhood education makes in young lives as they have themselves witnessed how Primrose School has positively impacted their own children. "We knew we wanted to deliver the same high-quality care and education for other families," said Saleem. Recognizing how challenging it was to find a quality, early childhood development program for their own children, Karmalianis embraced and continue to promote the Primrose mission with a well-balanced educational experience for the families they serve through these schools.
Saleem holds graduate degrees in Education and Public Policy, while Salima practices the field of Internal Medicine and Emergency Medicine. Both are graduates of University of Minnesota and have been living in Twin Cities for 25 plus years. Together they have three daughters Cerena and twins Sophie and Sara. Karmalianis love sports and are die-hard fans of Gophers and Minnesota Vikings. The family loves to spend time outdoors and are frequent visitors to Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA).
“Our mission remains consistent with the Primrose model: to provide our families with the premier well balanced early childhood development experience in a safe and loving environment. We know this is only possible with our parents and teachers’ continued partnership and support” said Saleem. His past experience in Education as well as working for the government in the field of Human Services for over 15 years is practically evident in his day to day operations in their schools. Between their schools, Saleem leads a dedicated and professional team of over 120 employees managed by 12 highly qualified and caring leadership team members.
“When we were introduced to Primrose for our own children, we immediately became enthralled with the curriculum, instruction methodologies and dedication of the teachers to develop each child emotionally and cognitively,” said Dr. Salima Mithani. The couple recognized that Saleem's experience in education combined with Primrose Schools's philosophy would allow their family to establish a strong model of early learning in Minnesota where parents and children would feel comfortable and part of a family.
Both Saleem and Salima volunteer for local community organizations in the field of education and public services. Dr. Salima Mithani also served as the board member and treasurer of their children elementary school's PTO.
Primrose School of Prior Lake and Savage is the first Primrose School that was introduced to the Minneapolis-St. Paul market. This year the school celebrates 12 years of featuring the exclusive Balanced Learning¬ system with STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Arts and Math) Program for children ages six weeks to 6 years old. Developed by and taught exclusively at Primrose Schools, Balanced Learning Curriculum blends teacher-directed and child-initiated activities with a special emphasis on character development in the schools.
We hope to see you around at the school. For more information about Primrose School of Prior Lake and Savage please visit www.facebook.com/primrosesavage. For pointers for parents please visit https://www.primroseschools.com/blog