Teachers & Staff

Mrs. Amy Hughes
Hello! My name is Amy Hughes and I am thrilled to be a part of the Primrose family! I have been working in Early Childhood Education for over 20 years. I hold a Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education from University of Missouri St. Louis. I love children and enjoying seeing each and every one of them excel and succeed. I have been married for 15 years and have 3 wonderful children, Austin, Karli and Hudson. I enjoy crafting, watching movies and hanging out with my family. I look forward to getting to know each of you as we become family!

Mrs. Maggie Bommarito
My name is Maggie Bommarito and I am proud to be the Executive Assistant Director at the Primrose School at St. Charles Community College. I have a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education and have taught at the Elementary Level for more than 6 years. Following my time in the Elementary Grades, I moved to a Lead Teacher Position for Both Pre-Kindergarten and Toddlers for more than 6 years. I have been married for 19 years and have three children, Elle, Luciano and Giovanni. In my spare time, I love spending time with my family and our two dogs Lulu and Oaklee. I have a passion for working with children and take pride in being a part of their Early Childhood Journey! I am excited to be a part of The Primrose School at St. Charles Community College!

Mrs. Amy Stoneking
Hi! My name is Amy Stoneking and I am so excited to be a part of the Primrose Team! I have been working in the Early Childhood field for over 10 years and can not imagine doing anything else! I earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Mizzou in Psychology and Human Development/Family Studies. I hope to return to school in the future to obtain my Masters in Counseling. When I am not working I enjoy cooking, traveling, yoga and spending time with my family and my dog Reggie. I can not wait to get to know everyone and grow with the Primrose Team!

Mrs. Lisa McEwen
My name is Lisa McEwen, and I am happy to be a teacher at the Primrose School at St. Charles Community College. I have worked in the field of Early Childhood Education for 4 years. I am certified in Early Childhood Education and in Mathematics. I have taught many grade levels throughout the years, and teaching young children is my passion. I am pleased to have the opportunity to work with children in the quality early learning environment that Primrose provides. My husband and I have two wonderful sons, and my youngest son attends Primrose. In my spare time, I enjoy biking and playing soccer

Ms. Nacy McPherson
Hello! My name is Nacy McPherson and I am excited to be the Lead Teacher in the Infant Classroom at the Primrose School at St. Charles Community College. I attended Lindenwood University for Early Childhood Education and have over 27 years of experience in the early childhood field. I’ve been with our amazing school since it opened, and my son also attended from age 1 until he graduated PreK. In my spare time I like to watch movies, read, cheer on our STL Blues and spend time with my family. I’m looking forward to starting each infant’s educational journey here at Primrose.

Mrs. Danielle Anderson
Hello! My name is Danielle Anderson. I began working with children at a very young age and absolutely love watching their growth. I have five children of my own, including 2 adopted daughters and several bonus children. Their names are Eliana, Abigail, Philip, Ariella, and Brielle. In my spare time I enjoy crafting, party planning, and spending time with my family. Before starting with Primrose, I was a stay-at-home mom for 15 years. I enjoy working at Primrose SCC and can’t wait to meet your child ad participate in their Primrose journey!

Ms. Kerri Richards
My name is Kerri Richards and I am an Infant/Toddler Teacher at The Primrose School at St. Charles Community College! I hold a Bachelors of Art Degree in Psychology and have worked in the Field of Early Childhood for more than 8 years. I enjoy being an important part in the growth and education in every child I have the opportunity to have in my class. In my free time I enjoy reading, watching movies and spending quality time with my daughter! I look forward to meeting all of the new families that have joined our school!

Ms. Elizabeth Hughes
My name is Elizabeth Hughes and I am excited to be working at the Primrose School at St.Charles Community College. I have always been passionate about working with children and enjoy getting to know each child. I attended Southern New Hampshire University for Child and Adolescent Development. I have been working with a variety of ages in childcare for over seven years. Outside of work, I love to read, draw, and spend time with my family, especially my two dogs. I am looking forward to getting to know the families and amazing teachers here at the Primrose School!

Mrs. Christina Kleine
My name is Christina Kleine. I have been working with young children for more than 20 years. Most of my experience has been in preschools with infant and toddler aged children. I have a bachelors degree in social work and began taking classes in Early childhood special education soon after graduating. I live in St. Peters with my husband and our two daughters, Caroline and Molly. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time outdoors with my family and friends. I also enjoy taking our family dog, Jasmine on long walks. I am excited to be a part of the Primrose Family!

Ms. Laura Vietmeier
My name is Laura Vietmeier and I am excited to be a part of the Primrose School at St. Charles Community College! I have worked in the field of Early Childhood Education for over 20 years. My favorite part of this field is watching each child with their little personalities, grow in so many different ways and directions. In my free time, I enjoy doing puzzles and spending time with my family and friends which includes 5 nieces and nephews. I am so excited and happy for the opportunity to work with your children and get to know all of the wonderful families here at our school!

Ms. Jennifer Cravens
Hi! My name is Ms. Jennifer Cravens. I am excited to be working at Primrose and getting to know the children and families! I have been in the field of Early Childhood Education for over 20 years. I have educated children from infants to elementary school! I love watching them grow and learn. I am a mom of two wonderful boys. I spend much of my free time with my boys and their school activities. In my spare time, I to do things with sons, watching movies, reading and enjoying nature with outdoor activities. I look forward to meeting you soon!

Mrs. Amanda Kleeschulte
I am excited to be a part of the Primrose Family. I am also so very excited to get to know all of the families here at our school. I have over 8 years teaching experience in the field of Early Childhood Education. I also have a bachelors degree in General Studies with an Emphasis in Early Childhood Education. I live in St. Charles with my husband and our daughter Audrey who just turned 1! I also have 2 additional family members, Tucker and Sophie who are amazing Shih Tzu pups!
In my spare time I enjoy reading, Watching Disney+ and planning our Disney Trip with family next fall! Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to support your Child’s Educational journey!

Mrs. Abby Rodenberg
My name is Abby Rodenberg and I am so excited to become part of the team at Primrose. After spending years in hospitality with the Walt Disney Company and in hotels, I found my true calling in childcare after welcoming my son, Kane, late last year. In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, watching hockey, and spending time with my son, dog, and husband Nick.

Mrs. Ashla Marquez
Hello, my name is Ashla Marquez and I’m thrilled to be your child’s Early Preschool Teacher here at Primrose. I’ve always been passionate about working with young children and it’s truly a joy to be a part of their learning journey. Building strong, nurturing connections with each child and watching them grow, discover, and develop new skills is the most rewarding part of what I do. I live in St.Peters with my husband and our sweet little Toy Poodle. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy handing out with friends, spending time with family, attending church, playing volleyball and pickle ball, playing guitar and singing. I love being a part of the Primrose family and I’m excited to partner with you to support your child’s growth and development!

Mrs. Baylee Saali-Roland
Hi! My name is Baylee Saali-Roland. I am very excited to be joining the Primrose family! I can’t wait to watch these students grow and learn! I have been teaching in Early Childhood Education for 7 years. My husband and I have been together since 2012 and our daughter, Jaylinn is a student at Primrose as well! Outside of school, I enjoy going to parks, baking, and visiting coffee shops.

Ms. Jacinta Thomas
Hello! My name is Jacinta Thomas and I’m excited to be a part of the Primrose team! I studied Early Childhood Education at Harris Stowe State University. When I work with children I feel like I’m helping the world be better place. Children are our future and I recognize the important role I play in their lives. I believe being kind and genuine goes a long way in shaping their futures! When I’m not a work, I enjoy singing, playing the piano, and teaching dance and Sunday school at my church!

Mrs. Kelly Huelskamp
My name is Kelly Huelskamp and I am so happy to be a part of the Primrose School community. I have 3 years experience working in Early Childhood Education. From a very young age, I knew I wanted to work with children because of my passion to serve and empathy towards others. It truly brings me joy know that I am helping children and families during one of the most influential time of their lives. I also have the privilege to relate with families because I am a mother of two, Luella and Kyden. My husband and I have been together for 10 years and we currently reside in Saint Peters, Missouri with our children and three legged dog, Kahleesi. When I’m not exploring attractions in Saint Louis with family, I love attending high intensity workouts at gym!

Mrs. Divya Singh
Hi, my name is Divya Singh and I am thrilled to be a Preschool teacher at Primrose! I have 8 years of experience working with children and hold a dual Masters Degree. My teaching philosophy centers on creating a safe, joyful, and explorative environment where every child feels valued and encouraged to grow. I am so excited to be a part of your child’s early learning journey and look forward to getting to know each family. Please feel free to reach out, let’s work together to make this a wonderful school year!

Mrs. Georgie Whisman
Hello! My name is Mrs. Georgie Whisman and I am so excited to work with your preschooler! I have over 5 years experience working in Early Childhood Education and I absolutely love it! My favorite part of the day is getting to watch a child’s “wheels” turning when they learn something new! I am a mom of two sweet boys Grayson and Cohen. They are students here at Primrose! In my free time I like to spend time with my husband and sons doing anything we can outside! Primrose has welcomed my family with open arms and I can’t wait to do the same for your family!

Ms. Ramiyah Lucas
Hi! My name is Ramiyah Lucas and I’m excited to be a part of the Primrose team. I have worked in childcare for three years now. I have a degree in Medical Assisting and I am working on my Bachelors Degree in Psychology. I am planning on earning my Masters Degree in Psychology as well. When I’m not working, I enjoy taking dance classes, traveling and baking. I can’t wait to meet and get to know everyone!

Mrs. Whitney Lentz
Hello! My name is Mrs. Lentz and I am so excited be teaching Pre-Kindergarten at the Primrose School! I have taught for the past 5 years. I have a wonderful family, my husband Daniel and daughter, Kimberlee. I even have a few pets, 2 dogs named Maxx and Ruger, along with 2 cats named Precious and Remington. In my free time I like to go on hikes with my family and my dogs and ride four wheelers on nature trails! I am thrilled to get to know you and your child this school year!

Mrs. Nancy Khaisir
Hi! This is Nancy Khaisir and it is my first year at Primrose School as a Pre-K teacher. Previously, I had taught Kindergarten for a year which opened a world full of fun and learning opportunities. Every day is a new adventure to teach and learn from kids, which makes my job even more exciting. I love teaching kids and watching them grow in their own space. My favorite part about teaching is having the kids explore, learn through play, and art. My academic background is a Master’s in Business Administration. I’m a mom of two amazing, lovely boys. We love spending time together as a family watching movies, playing games, trying out different cuisines and traveling. I am always game for singing and dancing and my hobbies are gardening and painting.

Mrs. Jada Pittman
Hello! My name is Jada Pittman, Mrs. Pittman for short, and I am looking forward to working with you all this year! Ages 3-5 are my favorite to teach because I love watching children make connections to help them navigate the world around them and discover themselves as people. I have my Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and my Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Grand Canyon University. My husband Christopher and I welcomed our sweet baby girl Ella into the world in December 2024! We are also the proud dog parents of a miniature schnauzer named Teddi. I am excited for all the learning and growing that will be happening this year and I cannot wait to see you at all our fun Primrose events!

Ms. Anthony Mertell
Hello, my name is Anthony Mertell and I am excited to be a part of the Primrose SCC team. I have lived in Louisiana since I was 16. I have 3 children and 2 grandchildren. I like attending sporting events. LSU football, baseball and softball are my favorites. I am excited to be a part of this journey in education for all Primrose students. The excitement a child has when they learn something new is what I consider the best gift!

Ms. Aisha Davis
Hello! My name is Aisha Davis and I’m excited to be a part of the Primrose School at St. Charles Community College! I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and have over 20+ years experience working with young children through 8th Grade. I enjoy spending time with my 3 children and attending our annual family reunions! I look forward to getting to know your children and families!

Ms. Diane Shocker
My name is Diane Shocker and I am the Chef for the Primrose School at St. Charles Community College. I studied Culinary Arts at Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School in Minneapolis Minnesota graduating in 2003. I have been working in the food service industry for 27 years and cooking professionally for 23 years. I have studied all types of Cuisine and cooking methods! I enjoy fishing, hiking, camping and making hot sauce when I am not whipping something up in the kitchen or in the smoker at home! I am glad to be a part of the Primrose family and also excited to provide delicious healthy meals for all of my students. I hope to make them as excited about food and exploring flavors as much as I do and enthusiastic about cooking and being in the kitchen!

Ms. Allie Hobday
Hi, my name is Allie Hobday! I am excited to be a part of Primrose SCC. I have always enjoyed working with kids and love getting to see the different personalities of each child. I went to school at St. Louis Community College and I have taken Child Development classes for two years. I have three years teaching experience. When I am not working, I love spending time with my friends and family as well as taking my dog, Banx, to see new places. I can’t wait to get to know everyone and grow as a part of the Primrose team!

Ms. Anna Berthold
Hi, my name is Anna Berthold and I am so happy that I get to be apart of the Primrose family. I am currently studying to get my associates in teaching at Saint Charles Community College. I love working with young ones of all ages and spending time outdoors as well as with friends and family.

Ms. Trista Cadle
Hi! My name is Trista Cadle. I have been educating young children for over 20 years. I absolutely love to watch children grow and learn. I cannot imagine doing anything else! In my spare time I love to spend time with my family and friends! I am so happy to be a part of a wondeful school team at The Primrose School at St. Charles Community College!

Ms. Kayla Chancey
My name is Kayla Chancey. I am currently a student at Lindenwood University where I am majoring in Recreational Therapy with a minor in Psychology and adaptive sports. I have always had a passion for working with children and supporting their development. In my free time, I love to camp and hangout with my family! I am excited to be with the Primrose Family!

Ms. Emma Bradsher
Hi! My name is Emma Bradsher. I am so excited to be a part of the Primrose Team here on the Community College Campus. I graduated highschool where I fell in love with this field while attending Early Childhood Classes. I will be attending classes this fall on the Campus of St. Charles Community College. My plan is to continue to be a support teacher here at Primrose this year! I have a passion for being able to use my creative side with children and make a difference in their lives. It is very rewarding to see children succeed and become our Future Leaders! In my free time, I love to read, fish, paint and spend time with my friends and family!

Ms. Lilli Koenig
Hello, my name is Lilli Koenig. I’ve been working in a preschool classroom for a year and a half as a student teacher for Lewis and Clark Career Center. I am attending St. Charles Community College, then will go to a four-year college to further study secondary education, speech education, and history. My favorite hobbies consist of tending to my garden, going to the famers market, going to the woods, and golfing. For my free time at home, I like to play catch with my dog Callie or read a book. I look forward to growing my knowledge as a future teacher while working at Primrose.

Ms. Kaitlyn Ruppert
Hello! My name is Kaitlyn Ruppert and I am excited to be a part of the Primrose team! I am currently working on my Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education. I love working with kids and having the opportunity to watch them learn and grow. I have 4 dogs and my favorite thing to do in my spare time is read.

Ms. Ashley Rocco
Hi! My name is Ashley (Ash) Rocco and I’m so excited to be a support teacher at our Primrose school and to be working with your children. Since the start of my career, I have worked with kids from a variety of ages and backgrounds. After being introduced to our Primrose school I have found a community within the staff, parents, and children that is incomparable. Outside of Primrose, I attend the University of Missouri- Saint Louis. I am working towards my degree in Psychology through their Child Advocacy program. I am looking forward to continuing a relationship with your children and building new connections with families as well.

Ms. Hannah Hecker
Hello, my name is Hannah Hecker and I am excited to be a part of the Primrose family! I love working with children because everyday is different and I enjoy watching them grow, learn and develop their own personalities. Creating a safe, supportive and fun environment for my students is very important to me. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my daughter, Brooklyn, reading, writing, hiking and exploring new places. I have 3 dogs; Diesel, Koda, Tito and I have 1 cat named Jenny, who keep everything fun and full of life!

Franchise Owners
Jackie Rothermich, Joe and Lori Ruppert
Welcome to the Primrose School at St. Charles Community College! My name is Jackie Rothermich. I along with my parents Joe and Lori Ruppert represent the ownership team at this wonderful school.
Joe and Lori Ruppert built the first Primrose school in the Saint Louis area in January of 2015, and it quickly became the premier Early Childhood school in the area. I have been blessed to have had my two children attend Primrose and benefit socially, emotionally, physically and academically. I am incredibly honored to be a part of the Primrose family and continue with the legacy my parents have started of providing high-quality education and care to families in the St. Charels area.
Prior to making the decision to become a Primrose franchise owner, I worked at the Boeing Company in various finance and contracts positions for more than 13 years. I know it might seem like a big jump moving from corporate finance to becoming an owner of a private preschool, and while I loved what I did at Boeing, I kept feeling as though something was missing. I had a strong desire to pursue something that I felt passionate about, proud of, and fulfilled by. Being a part of the Primrose family already and seeing children come to school filled with happiness and excitement, watching students have those lightbulb moments in the classroom as they learn and grow, and witnessing parents have a sense of relief and confidence knowing their children are being taken care of, I quickly realized that Primrose was the fulfillment I was looking for.
Who children become is as important as what they know is a belief that is at the core of our Balanced Learning® approach. Our exclusive early learning approach balances purposeful play with nurturing guidance from teachers to encourage curiosity, creativity, confidence, and compassion. We deliver more than a curriculum; it is a life-changing early learning experience for children and their families.
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