Ms. Allen has over five years of experience working with young children in early childhood education. She has also completed college coursework in early childhood education. Ms. Allen has a true passion for working with children. She loves seeing children’s “ah-ha” moments and finds joy in their candid expressions.

Her favorite children’s book, I Love You Stinky Face, holds a special place in her heart, as it reminds her of the unconditional love she shared with her mom. Outside the classroom, she enjoys spending quality time with family and friends.

Ms. Dicus brings over eight years of experience nurturing and teaching in both preschool and elementary school. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education and loves teaching children new skills while watching them become confident, kind, and self-sufficient individuals.

Ms. Dicus is passionate about creating engaging, supportive learning environments where children can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Throughout her career, she has helped children build confidence, independence, and kindness, while fostering a lifelong love of learning. Her favorite children’s book is Love You Forever by Robert Munsch, a story that holds special meaning to her and beautifully reflects the love between parent and child. In her free time, Ms. Dicus enjoys spending time with friends and family and taking part in fun activities like games, bonfires, camping, and swimming.

Ms. Harris has been part of our Primrose family for years, first joining us as a support teacher before stepping into a lead teaching role, where she truly thrived. With experience working in other childcare centers, years of babysitting, and growing up as the second oldest of eight children, caring for children has always been a natural part of her life. She loves watching children learn and grow and believes that compassion and patience are essential to helping children feel safe, confident, and ready to learn.

Outside of the classroom, Ms. Harris enjoys drawing, exploring different forms of art, watching movies, and shopping. She is excited to continue growing as a teacher and making a positive impact on the children and families she serves!

Ms. Makayla Battle has been dedicated to working with children for over 10 years and holds a Masters of Science in Child and Family Development. Her passion lies in creating a fun and loving environment where children can achieve their learning goals and milestones.

Mrs. Battle’s favorite children’s book is “What Do You Do With An Idea?” by Kobi Yamada, reflecting her belief in nurturing creativity and imagination. In her personal time, she enjoys spending quality moments with her family, playing with her dog Annie, and staying active by going to the gym. Mrs. Battle enjoys getting to know all of the children, families, and staff at Primrose and loves forming strong, healthy relationships within her families.

Ms. Davis is a student at Lindenwood University, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in psychology. She has worked with children for most of her life, beginning as a neighborhood babysitter and later gaining experience as a swim instructor and preschool teacher. Through these roles, she discovered a passion for supporting children from an early age and helping them reach important developmental milestones. She finds joy in watching children grow and loves celebrating their progress alongside them.

Ms. Davis’s favorite children’s book is The Kissing Hand, as it highlights the importance of love and reassurance during transitions. In her free time, Ms. Davis enjoys expressing her creativity through painting, exploring thrift shops, and spending time outdoors—often walking or biking around Main Street.

Ms. Gray has a strong background working with children in a variety of settings. In addition to working as a preschool texted, she spent time volunteering at Camp Independence, where she collaborated with pediatric physical therapists to support children with Cerebral Palsy—a meaningful experience that deepened her passion for helping young learners grow and thrive.

Ms. Gray holds an Associate of Arts degree. She loves creating a warm, engaging environment where children feel safe to explore, discover new things, and build confidence in their abilities. One of her favorite books to share is “Bubbles” by Ben Clayton, which she uses to introduce toddlers to early science concepts in a fun and hands-on way.

Outside of school, Ms. Gray enjoys reading and writing short stories, spending time with her two cats, thrift shopping with friends, and hiking.