Our Early Preschool Classroom
Many 2-year-olds want to do everything by themselves. And why not? It’s their way of experimenting and learning to understand the world. Early Preschool teachers provide a safe, nurturing environment where your child can explore and stretch their talents to the fullest all while building self-confidence. Your child will have fun every day as they play and learn important academic skills, social skills and more.
Nurturing Active Minds, Healthy Bodies, and Happy Hearts®
Health & Safety
Their health & safety. Our top priority.
Our school is committed to high standards of safety and cleanliness as we create a caring and nurturing environment where children can thrive.
- Requiring any children or staff with fever to return home and stay home until fever-free for at least 24 hours
- Frequent disinfecting and sanitizing of high-touch toys
- Frequent handwashing by children and staff, which is embedded in our curriculum and daily staff protocols
- Training teachers on common signs of illness in children, and placing signage in every classroom to keep signs of illness top of mind
- Individual cots and blankets are provided for each child and laundered weekly
- Ensuring appropriate teacher-student classroom ratios
- Continuous health & safety training for our staff, including first aid and CPR certification
- Maintaining an up-to-date and customized Safe School Plan posted in all classrooms for easy teacher access
- Monthly emergency drills so children and staff are prepared for emergencies
Our Early Preschool Classroom Teachers & Staff
Ms. Miranda Jennings
My name is Miranda Jennings, and I’m excited to join the Primrose family as an Early Preschool Teacher.
I previously worked as a DSP, where I developed a passion for compassion, growth, and supporting those in my care. I look forward to making a positive impact and providing the premier care and learning experiences Primrose is known for. I live in Akron with three friends and my betta fish, Sushi. In my free time, I enjoy music, video games, plants, and spending time with my boyfriend, Brenden.
I can’t wait to get to know all of our Primrose friends!
Child Care/Teaching Experience: new to childcare
Education: some college
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: their curiosity and making learning fun
Favorite Children’s Book: Corduroy
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: Easter
Favorite Family Tradition: going to Daffin’s Candies
Languages Spoken in the Home: English
Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): red and blue Beta Fish: Sushi
In My Personal Time, I Like To: listen to music, bake, go to church events and hang out with friends and family
Ms. Patricia Woolfolk
My name is Patricia Woolfolk. I am new to Primrose and wanted to share a little bit about myself!
This will be my first experience working professionally with children, but throughout my life I’ve always had a huge love for kiddos. That passion is what inspired me to major in Psychology with a minor in Child Development at The University of Akron — Go Zips! I have one dog, Beaux, and two cats, Poppy and Piper. I love all things pink, music, and hiking. (If you have any recommendations, I’d love to hear them!)
I’m so excited to meet you all and join the Primrose family!
Child Care/Teaching Experience: new experience in a center but have babysat
Education: BA in Psychology, Minor in Child Development
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: watching how much they grow
Favorite Children’s Book: The Rainbow Fish
Favorite Holiday: Halloween
Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: N/A
Favorite Family Tradition: Christmas Cookie Baking
Languages Spoken in the Home: English
Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): a dog named Beaux and 2 cats, Poppy and Piper
In My Personal Time, I Like To: color
Ms. Samantha Braslawsce
My name is Samantha Braslawsce and I have over a year and half experience in childcare.
I am currently studying Early Childhood Education at Kent State University and have been student teaching or Pre-K through Elementary. I plan on graduating Fall of 2026. I am passionate and dedicated to continue my professional development and education. In my personal time, I love to bake, host and spend time with my family.
Child Care/Teaching Experience: Since 2023
Education: Studying at KSU for Early Childhood Education
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: watching them grow and helping them on their journey
Favorite Children’s Book: Fancy Nancy
Favorite Holiday: Passover and Hanukkah
Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: Judaism, Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Simchat and Torrah
Favorite Family Tradition: Hosting Passover and Hanukkah parties
Languages Spoken in the Home: English and Hebrew
Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): Dogs, Comet and Louie and Cats, Pumpkin, Luna and Boots
In My Personal Time, I Like To: Bake, host and spend time with family and friends
Ms. Tamia Henderson
My name is Tamia Henderson. I am new to the Primrose family and wanted to share a little about myself.
I completed my undergraduate degree in Finance from The University of Akron. I’ve always had a love for children, and because of that passion, I’ve decided to pursue my Master’s in Early Childhood Education while also gaining hands-on experience in the ECE field. In my free time, I enjoy journaling, organizing, and cooking and baking. I also have a Havanese dog named Snowball who keeps life fun and full of cuddles!
I’m so excited to meet all our families and your beautiful children!
Child Care/Teaching Experience: since 2024
Education: BA in business – Risk Management & Insurance
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: the excitement of exploring something new
Favorite Children’s Book: If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
Favorite Holiday: Fourth of July
Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: n/a
Favorite Family Tradition: setting off fireworks during the Fourth of July!
Languages Spoken in the Home: English
Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): a Havanese dog named, Snowball
In My Personal Time, I Like To: journal, organize, cook and bake
