Hi Primrose family! 🏫✨ I’m Mrs. Taylor Ball, and I’m so glad to be your Executive Director here at Primrose School of East Allen. Welcoming every family with warmth and clear communication is my super power, and I hope you feel the difference the moment you walk through our doors 💛. With nearly a decade of Primrose experience, I’m committed to supporting our teachers, nurturing young minds, and building strong relationships with every family we serve.

I’m a hometown girl, raised right here in Allen 🤠, and joined the Primrose East Allen team in May 2018. I began in our Infant classroom, soaking up every coo, milestone, and smile 👶💕, and soon stepped into the front office, where I now guide every age group and mentor our dedicated educators.

I’m also a proud mom and wife to my high school sweetheart 💍❤️. When my husband was stationed at Camp Pendleton, I cared for the children of other Marine families, an experience that deepened my passion for creating supportive, loving communities for kids and parents alike.

My door is always open 🚪 because great communication is the heartbeat of a thriving school family. I can’t wait to get to know you and your child and partner with you as we make every day at Primrose safe, loving, and full of discovery! 🌟💕

🌟 Meet Ms. Brenna Smith-Rios, Our Education Coach! 🌟

After five years of various Primrose School locations Ms. Brenna brings a wealth of knowledge to the Primrose East Allen Team! 💛

Originally from Moreno Valley, California 🌴, Ms. Brenna is currently continuing her education as she works toward her bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education 🎓. She has experience working with children from newborns to 10 years old and is deeply passionate about supporting both teachers and students in their growth and success. 🌱

Ms. Brenna loves guiding children as they learn and grow and finds so much joy in being part of those important foundational moments ✨. She is committed to fostering a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children feel loved and excited to learn 🧸📚, while also empowering teachers to thrive in their classrooms.

Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with her family 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦, cheering on her kids at soccer games ⚽, decorating her home 🏡, and reading on her Kindle 📖. Her favorite children’s book, If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, reflects her love for curiosity and fun in learning 🐭🍪.

Ms. Brenna relates most to Percy from the Primrose Friends 🐦, as she enjoys helping and supporting others while creating a positive and encouraging environment 💫. She is excited to support our school in every way she can and looks forward to watching both students and teachers grow and succeed this year! 🌈

I am excited to serve as the Education Support Specialist for Primrose School of East Allen. I bring more than 30 years of experience in public education, along with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Oklahoma State University 🎓 and a master’s degree in educational administration with a principal certification.

Most recently, I worked as a Curriculum Coordinator for McKinney ISD, supporting PreK through 5th grade social studies and reading and language arts 📚 and providing professional learning and coaching for elementary instructional coaches.

I love working in preschool, because it is where a child’s love of learning begins ✨. I am passionate about supporting teachers, strengthening classroom practices, and helping create warm, engaging environments where children can thrive 💛. I am excited to bring my experience to Primrose School of East Allen and partner with educators as they support children and families every day.

I live in McKinney with my husband and am a proud mom of two adult sons and grandmother to two grandchildren 💕

Meet Ms. Fran – Passionate About Learning & Growing! 🌟📚

We are thrilled to have Ms. Fran as part of our Primrose East Allen teaching team since May 2022! Her passion for helping others and making a difference in children’s lives shines through in everything she does.

Ms. Fran has always had a heart for working with children, from babysitting for family and friends to volunteering in her church’s youth ministry. She is currently pursuing her degree to further her knowledge in education and grow as an Early Childhood educator!

Originally from Venezuela, she moved to Chile at 14 before coming to the USA in 2001. She graduated from Allen High School and loves spending time outdoors at the pool or park and giving back to her community through volunteering.

Ms. Fran is excited to learn, grow, and build meaningful connections with her students and their families. She truly believes that this career is the perfect place to use her skills, strengths, and passion for helping others.

Let’s make this a fantastic year of learning and fun together! 🌟🎉

Meet Ms. Mart – Passionate Educator with a Positive Mindset! 🌟

We are so excited to welcome Ms. Mart to our Primrose School of East Allen teaching team! 🎉 She joined us in June 2024 and brings a strong passion for working with children, building meaningful connections, and fostering a positive learning environment every day. ❤️

Ms. Mart believes in the power of positivity and strives to inspire her students with encouragement, support, and a love for learning. With experience working with children ages 1 to 7, she enjoys each unique stage of development and is committed to helping every child learn, grow, and thrive. 🌱✨

She is looking forward to getting to know all of our wonderful families and hopes you feel her dedication and passion as she helps your child reach their full potential! See you soon! 👋😊

🌟 Meet Ms. Elizabet! 🌟

We are so excited to welcome Ms. Elizabet to our teaching team! She brings a warm heart, creativity, and a passion for working with children. 💕

Ms. Elizabet volunteers at Chase Oaks Kids Ministry, where she loves supporting and guiding children in their learning and growth. She is thrilled to now be expanding her experience in childcare here at Primrose! 🌱✨

A few fun facts about Ms. Elizabet:
🍴 Her favorite food is Cachapa, a delicious Venezuelan corn pancake.
📚 Her favorite book is The Little Prince, a timeless story about imagination, love, and seeing the world through a child’s eyes.
🎨 She relates most to our Primrose Friend Erwin the Dog, because they both share a big love for art and creativity!

What excites Ms. Elizabet most about teaching is getting to know each family and learning each child’s unique personality while being a part of their growing journey. 🌈💫

We are so happy to have Ms. Elizabet as part of our Primrose family and can’t wait for all the wonderful memories ahead!

Meet Ms. Jayapriya Sreemivasan! 🌟

Ms. Jayapriya is originally from India 🇮🇳 and brings a strong educational background with her Master’s degree in Computer Applications 🎓. She is passionate about creating meaningful connections with her students and fostering a positive, engaging classroom environment 💛.

She enjoys spending her weekends with her family 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 and loves indulging in trail mix and chocolate treats—especially chocolate fudge cake 🍫🍰!

One of her favorite children’s books is Have You Seen My New Blue Socks? 📚🧦, which reflects her love for fun, engaging stories that spark curiosity in young learners ✨.

Ms. Jayapriya relates most to the Primrose Friend Erwin because of his creativity 🎨 and ability to bring smiles to others 😊. She values creativity in the classroom and strives to make learning both joyful and inspiring for every child 🌈.

This school year, she is most excited to continue building strong relationships with her class 🤝 and watching her students grow, learn, and thrive throughout the year 🌱📖.

Meet Ms. Sengupta – Passionate Educator Dedicated to Growth & Learning! 🌟📚

We’re so excited to welcome Ms. Sengupta to our Primrose School of East Allen teaching team! 🎉 She joined us in December 2024 and brings a deep love for teaching, connection, and watching children grow.

Ms. Sengupta chose to be a Primrose Teacher because she finds so much joy in helping children learn, progress, and reach new milestones. She loves not only seeing the growth of each child in her classroom but also watching them flourish from their early years all the way to elementary school—what an incredible journey! 🚀✨

Did you know? Ms. Sengupta holds a Bachelor’s degree in Science 🎓, which gives her a unique perspective on learning, exploration, and discovery. She is passionate about creating engaging, hands-on experiences that spark curiosity and build a strong foundation for lifelong learning.

She is so excited to get to know your family and be part of your child’s educational journey! Be sure to say hi when you see her in the classroom! 👋😊

🌟 Meet Ms. Alexis Nelson — Our Wonderful Toddler Teacher! 🌟

With over 4️⃣ years of experience in early childhood education, Ms. Alexis brings 💖 warmth, ✨ dedication, and a whole lot of fun 🎉 to our Toddler classroom! From a young age, she knew that working with children was her true calling 👶🏼📚 — and it shines through in everything she does 🌈.

Ms. Alexis is passionate about helping little learners reach new milestones 🪜, explore the world around them 🌍, and grow into their amazing selves 🌻. Nothing makes her happier than watching her students thrive, giggle 😄, and discover something new each day 🔎💡!

🍤 Fun Facts About Ms. Alexis:

• Favorite Food: Shrimp Alfredo Pasta 🍝🧄

• Weekend Vibes: You can find her poolside 💦⛱️ or out making memories with her son 👩‍👦🎢

• Favorite Children’s Books: The Berenstain Bears series 🐻📖 — timeless classics that teach big life lessons 🧠💛

• Primrose Pal Match: She relates to Bill the Duck 🦆🎧 because just like Bill, she LOVES music and singing along 🎤🎶

• Favorite Music: Country 🎸🤠 — her go-to for singalongs and feel-good vibes!

🎶 Whether she’s leading a dance party 💃🏽, reading a storybook 📚, or cheering on first steps 👣, Ms. Alexis is all in💯. She’s beyond excited for this school year 📅✏️ and looks forward to growing in her Early Childhood journey right here with us! 🌟🌱

We’re so lucky 🍀 to have Ms. Alexis on our team — and we know your little ones will love her just as much as we do! 🥰👧🏻🧒🏾💕

🌟 Meet Ms. Hailey Hendricks! 🌟
Position: Preschool Pathways Teacher

We’re so excited to welcome Ms. Hailey to our Primrose family! With 5 years of nanny experience, Hailey brings a warm, hands-on approach to working with children from infants to 8 years old. Her nurturing spirit and love for learning shine through in everything she does.

🎓 Education: Hailey holds a high school diploma and is passionate about continuing her education—she’s ready to add more degrees under her belt as she grows in the early childhood field!

🍣 Favorite Food: Sushi!
🌊 Favorite Weekend Activity: Spending time on the lake or hanging out with friends
📚 Favorite Children’s Book: The Pout-Pout Fish by Deborah Diesen – a classroom favorite!

🌿 Primrose Friend She Relates To Most: Benjamin the Bear
Just like Benjamin, Hailey is happiest when she’s outdoors and believes that generosity is one of the most important traits a person can have. Her kind heart and thoughtful nature are a perfect match for our school community.

💛 What She’s Most Excited About This School Year:
“I’m so excited to build strong relationships with all the kiddos and my coworkers. I can’t wait to help these children learn and grow!”

If you see Ms. Hailey around the school please feel free to say Hello —we’re lucky to have her! 🌟

🌟 Meet Ms. Aubree Wehring 🌟

Aubree Wehring has been working in childcare for over 4 years, with the past 3 years proudly spent at Primrose Schools 🍎📚. Her love for teaching started when she was a little girl. She loved helping her teachers 👩‍🏫 and would go home to “teach” her imaginary students 🎒✏️. Even then, she knew this was her calling.

The best part of her day is the sweet hugs she receives each morning and afternoon 🤗, which brighten her day and make her work truly meaningful 💛.

Aubree recently transferred from another Primrose location and is excited to join this school family 🏫. She looks forward to growing in her early childhood education journey 🌱 and making lasting memories with the students and families she serves 👶❤️.

Meet Ms. Kelly Burkhalter – A Dedicated Educator with a Heart for Early Learning! ❤️📚

We are beyond lucky to have Ms. Kelly Burkhalter as part of our Primrose School of East Allen teaching team! 🎉 With an incredible 18+ years of childcare experience—15 of those years with Primrose Schools—she brings a wealth of knowledge, passion, and dedication to her classroom every day.

As an Early Preschool Teacher, Ms. Kelly’s heart is truly in helping young children learn, grow, and discover their potential. She has worked with children of all ages but has a special place in her heart for early learners, guiding them through their milestones and building a strong foundation for success. 🌱✨

Her commitment to shaping young minds has only grown stronger over the years, and she is thrilled to continue her journey at Primrose. She looks forward to partnering with families to create a warm, nurturing, and engaging environment where children thrive!

Be sure to say hello when you see Ms. Kelly—she is always ready to share a smile! 😊👋

🌟 Meet Ms. Ashley – Toddler Teacher 🌟

Hello! My name is Ms. Ashley, and I’ve been a proud member of the Primrose School of East Allen teaching team since April 2025 🏫. I absolutely love being a Early Preschool teacher 👶💛—it brings me so much joy to work with our youngest learners and help shape their bright, curious minds into the leaders of tomorrow 🌱✨.

I’m passionate about making a positive impact in each child’s life, whether it’s through teaching 📚, playing 🎨, or simply being a trusted and nurturing presence in their day 🤗. I’m known for being friendly, playful, and always eager to try new things that enrich the classroom experience 🌈🎶.

In addition to my daily work with the children, I’m also committed to continuing my own education in early childhood development 🎓📖. I’m excited to keep growing in this field and look forward to continuing that journey here at Primrose School of East Allen 🚀🍎. Partnering with families to provide the very best care and learning environment is something I take great pride in 🏆👨‍👩‍👧‍👦.

I can’t wait to keep learning, growing, and making lasting memories with our wonderful students and families! 💕📸

👋 Full Name: Sabrina Taylor

👶 Child Care Experience:

I’ve been around children for as long as I can remember! I started helping in child care around age 12 and later gained almost two years of hands-on experience working with one-year-olds. Watching little ones grow and learn is truly my joy 💛

🎓 Education:

I graduated from Achieve Academy a year early and continue to grow my knowledge in early childhood education 📚✨

🍣 Favorite Food:

Sushi

🌞 Favorite Weekend Activity:

Spending quality time with my daughter at the park or splash pad 💦🌳

📖 Favorite Children’s Book:

Under the Sleepy Stars ⭐💤

🧸 Primrose Character I Relate to Most:

Ibby 💜 — I strongly believe in listening to others and making sure everyone feels heard, cared for, and included. I never want anyone to feel left out, and I always strive to create a classroom where every child belongs 🤝✨

🎉 What I’m Most Excited About This School Year:

Watching our little learners grow, have “wow!” moments 🤩, and begin learning new developmental skills each and every day!

🌈 Why I Am a Preschool Teacher 🌈

I am a preschool teacher because I truly love helping children learn, grow, and shine 🌟 I have experience working with young children, especially one-year-olds, and I’m passionate about creating a safe, loving, and fun learning environment 🏫💖 I love teaching new developmental skills and celebrating every milestone—big or small 🎨👏 Parents can feel confident knowing their children are cared for, supported, and always included in my classroom 🤗💕

Meet Ms. Caley Faith Wichhan! 🌟

Ms. Caley is from Macon, Georgia 🍑 and brings over 7 years of childcare experience, along with valuable time volunteering with children 🤍. She is passionate about creating a fun, supportive environment where children feel encouraged to learn and grow every day.

She has completed her high school diploma 🎓 and has also taken some college courses, continuing to build her knowledge in early childhood education.

Ms. Caley enjoys spending her free time playing volleyball 🏐 and loves relaxing with her favorite meal—shrimp alfredo 🍤🍝!

One of her favorite children’s books is The Giving Tree 🌳📚, a meaningful story that reflects kindness, generosity, and love.

She relates most to Billy the Duck 🦆 because she loves to sing 🎶 and dance 💃, bringing energy, joy, and creativity into the classroom for her students.

This school year, Ms. Caley is most excited to get to know all of her students 🤝 and watch them grow, learn, and shine throughout the year 🌱✨

Meet Ms. Julie! 🌟

I am a passionate preschool teacher who loves working with young children and helping them grow, learn, and explore the world around them. Teaching is incredibly rewarding—it gives me the opportunity to inspire and shape young minds during these critical early years.

With experience working with children from ages one through seven, I understand the importance of fostering curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning. My goal is to create a warm, engaging environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to discover new things every day!🌟

I am always eager to expand my knowledge in early childhood education so I can continue bringing fresh, enriching experiences to the classroom. I look forward to being a part of your child’s learning journey and making each day a joyful and meaningful adventure!

Meet Ms. Shayla McGinnis – Passionate About Inspiring Young Minds! 🌟👶

We are so excited to have Ms. Shayla McGinnis as part of our Primrose School of East Allen teaching team! 🎉 With over 5 years of early childhood education experience, she brings a deep passion for helping little ones grow, learn, and thrive.

Ms. Shayla became a teacher because she wanted to make a difference in the lives of the next generation. That’s when she fell in love with working with children! 💕 She believes that early childhood is where everything comes to life—a time to explore, discover, and develop a love for learning! 🌱✨

She has worked with various age groups, but her heart is especially drawn to the infant to two-year-old stage. She finds so much joy in watching their little personalities blossom and helping them reach important milestones. 💡🎉

Ms. Shayla is looking forward to getting to know each and every family and creating a warm, engaging, and nurturing classroom environment. Be sure to say hello when you see her! 👋😊

Meet Ms. Maheswari – Inspiring Young Minds Every Day! 🌟📚

We are so grateful to have Ms. Maheswari as part of our Primrose East Allen teaching team since September 2022! She has a deep passion for nurturing young learners and believes that every child is like a seed that, with love, guidance, and care, blossoms into something amazing.

With a Bachelor’s Degree in Science and a Business Administration degree, Ms. Maheswari brings a unique blend of knowledge and dedication to the classroom. She finds so much joy in watching children’s minds develop and helping them build the skills they need to grow and thrive.

Her heart is full when she sees her students explore, learn, and accomplish new things every day. She is excited to get to know each child and their family, making sure they feel supported, encouraged, and inspired on their educational journey.

Let’s make this an incredible year of learning, laughter, and growth together! 🌱✨

Meet Ms. Woodside! 🎶✨

Growing up in a family dedicated to early childhood education, I was surrounded by a world of learning, play, and care. My parents and grandparents ran childcare centers, summer camps, and after-school programs, so creating joyful learning experiences has always been a part of my life!

As a former Montessori infant teacher, I bring a nurturing, hands-on approach to the classroom—infused with my greatest passion: music! Classically trained for over 10 years, I play the baritone saxophone, read music fluently, and love writing and producing my own music using Logic Pro. I can’t wait to sing, move, and make music with your children, incorporating rhythm, melody, and creativity into their daily learning!

I am continuously growing in my early childhood education journey and am so excited to be part of your child’s learning adventure. I look forward to making each day filled with music, laughter, and discovery! 🎵💛