Licensing

In order to be a licensed daycare home in the state of Virginia, one must provide childcare to more than 5 unrelated children. I choose to keep 5 or fewer children in my program and, therefore, do not qualify for licensing. However, I became voluntarily registered in 1999. This means I am subject to unannounced inspections and must complete educational training just as a licensed childcare provider does. My husband and I have received a background check and had our names run through the National Child Abuse Registry as required by the state of Virginia.

  Education

I am First Aid & CPR certified. I regularly receive  training in may aspects of the childcare business.  I have an Associate's degree in Education and intend to eventually pursue a Master's in Education. That will be awhile though! I am also a member of the Professional Family Child-Care and Early Education Association and the Virginia Alliance of Family Child Care Association.

  Philosophy

As a home daycare provider and preschool teacher, my goal is to provide a safe and happy environment for each child that will stimulate his or her physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth. Children are encouraged to express themselves through play, language, music, creative art, and most importantly, through fun! We learn through playing and exploring. 

I believe in encouraging children to grow through their own imagination and independence. I incorporate High Reach Learning Framework and Early Beginnings into my preschool program. However, I do not push children to participate in activities they choose not to. I give the children I care for the best of both worlds by providing loving care, a preschool program, and fun learning activities while maintaining a family setting.

  Personal Info

I was born (10/16/1971) and raised in Missouri, married my high school sweetheart, Troy. Troy's military career landed us in Virginia, where we have been for 10 years now. Troy and I have been married for 13 years and have two wonderful children. Tori is 9 years old and Trevor is 4 years old. Both of my children are very active in extracurricular activities, so most of our evenings and Saturdays are spend at a sport practice, game, or Scouts.