Lisa Pierce - Director:

Lisa Pierce is the Director of the Emmaus Lutheran Preschool. Lisa comes with 26 years of experience directing a large corporate preschool for La Petite Academy. Lisa has a CDA and director's credentials. Her accomplishments include Director of the Year in 1990, as well as receiving outstanding service awards throughout her tenure. The Lake Mary LPA was dedicated to her for her 20 years of service in August of 2001. Lisa and her family have lived in Debary since 1990. Lisa feels very blessed to be the Preschool Director at Emmaus Lutheran Preschool. She looks forward to her time with Emmaus Lutheran Church as well as her involvement with the children and families of the Emmaus Lutheran Preschool.

preschool@emmauspreschool.com

Sylvia Trewick - Early Preschool:

Mrs. Sylvia Trewick moved to Florida in 1980 from Honduras. She and her family are residents of Debary. She has 16 years of experience working in Christian preschools and is working on her child development credential.

Jodi Noell - Early Preschool:

Jodi Noell has lived in Central Florida for 15 years.  She is the proud mother of two wonderful children.  Jodi has 7 years experience working with preschoolers.  "I am so excited to be a part of Emmaus Lutheran Preschool.  It is truly a blessing to teach, love and mentor our next generation."

Sherry Liard - Preschool:

Sherry Liard was born and raised in Rye, New Hampshire and moved to Central Florida in 2001 to be close to her parents.  She has four wonderful children, three sons and one daughter.  Sherry completed her National CDA through Seminole Community College and is currently pursuing her degree in childhood education.

Charlene Prescott - Preschool:

Charlene Prescott is originally from Fairmont, West Virginia and relocated to Winter Haven with her parents in 1975.  She has three children, Andrew, Stephanie and Michelle.  Charlene obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Landmark Baptist College in Haines City.

Linda Miller -VPK A:

Linda Miller has an extensive and well-rounded career in Early Childhood education. She has spent the past 18 years devoting her time to preparing 4 year old children for Kindergarten working in Christian preschools. Linda is an active member of NAEYC.;

Kerstin Hardenbrook - VPK A:

Kerstin Hardenbrook has two beautiful daughters and has been married to her husband, Casey for five years. She received her AA degree from Seminole Community College and is currently attending the University of Central Florida. Kerstin is thrilled to work with the children and watch them grow. Her enthusiasm and fun loving nature make her a natural with the children.

Kayce Oliff - VPK B:

Kayce Oliff moved to central Florida, her husband's hometown, in 2004 after he retired from the Air Force.  She has a degree in Elementary Education and has been teaching for over 16 years.  Prior to that, she spent six years working as a nurse in the Air Force.  Kayce has three daughters and two grandchildren.  She looks forward to working with your children and helping them to grow through learning.

Sandra Rodriguez - VPK B:

Sandra Rodriguez  has the great privilege of being the mother of two boys. In 2004, she and her husband moved here from New York where she was a member of a Christian Church, and a volunteer teacher for infants through fourth grade.  Sandra has 5 years experience working with preschoolers and VPK. Sandra earned her CDA and is currently attending classes to further her education.

Jillian Gatlin - VPK B:

Jillian Gatlin has grown up in a preschool atmosphere. Jillian is currently attending Daytona State College to earn a degree in Early Childhood Education. Jillian looks forward to working with the children and watching them grow.

Liz Azcona- VPK C:

 

Liz Azcona has lived and taught in Florida for 23 years.  She moved here from her home state of Indiana.  She has a degree in Early Childhood Education and is looking forward to working with the children and parents.

PASTOR BOB:

 

Pastor Bob has the privilage of spending time with each class weekly. Pastor Bob shares stories about God's love, sings songs of praise, and supports each child's prayer life. "Spending time with the children is one of the highlights of my week."