About Us

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Celebration Preschool provides a safe and nurturing environment while promoting social, emotional, cognitive, physical and spiritual development. We encourage children to be active, creative explorers who are not afraid to try out their ideas.

At Celebration Preschool our preschoolers become independent, self-confident, and inquisitive learners. We believe that the first five years of a child’s life are fundamentally important. They have a direct impact on how children develop learning skills as well as social and emotional abilities. Children learn more quickly during their early years than at any other time in life.

Brenda has been an early childhood educator since 1990, first as a teacher and then as a director. She has been the Preschool Director at Celebration Preschool since 2005. She earned a M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education - Curriculum and Instruction from Liberty University. Brenda is the proud mother of three grown children and “Gigi” to four fantastic grandsons. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, reading, crafting, shopping, and walking. Brenda loves teaching young children, and believes a child’s early years are the foundation for his or her future development. Besides acquiring basic skills, preschoolers need to learn how to socialize, share, and form relationships. An early childhood education helps children gain the necessary skills to prosper in school and beyond. Brenda also loves teaching the children about how much Jesus loves them and how uniquely and wonderfully they are made.

Leah is a former Celebration Preschool parent. Her son Vincent is a former Firefly student and her daughter Melaina is a former Starfish student. Leah has over 20 years of experience working with children in a classroom and gym environment. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Science of Nutrition, Food & Exercise with a concentration in Exercise & Health Promotion from Virginia Tech. In her spare time Leah enjoys baking, reading, crafting with her Cricut and playing with her Bernedoodle, Ziggy. Leah loves teaching young children as their personalities begin to bloom. She finds it amazing watching a child be so proud when they learn something new.

Amy is a wife and mom of three great kids. She earned her undergraduate degree in English from Allegheny College and her Masters of Education degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Amy taught high school English in both PA and Loudoun County before switching things up to teach preschool. This will be her seventh year teaching at Celebration. Amy loves working with young children and wants them to love school, one another, and Jesus! She is looking forward to a fantastic year in the Bumblebee Classroom.

Jolene is a mom of two children, and she is also a former Celebration Preschool parent. She graduated from Elizabethtown College with degrees in German and Communications, and from West Chester University with a degree in Secondary Education. Jolene taught middle and high school German in Pennsylvania. At Celebration Preschool, Jolene has been the Assistant Teacher for the Starfish Class, as well as a daily and long-term substitute. In her free time, she enjoys running, hiking, reading, going to the mountains and beach, and being with her husband and children. Her favorite part of teaching preschool is seeing the joy and sense of accomplishment that the children have when they learn how to do something for the first time. Jolene is very excited to be with the Bumblebees this year as they learn to work and play together, and as they learn about Jesus' love.

Lauren has been teaching preschool for over 30 years since graduating from Juniata College in central PA with a degree in Early Childhood Education. She has worked with preschool age children in England, Eastern PA and Mid OH. This will be her fifth year of teaching at Celebration Preschool. Lauren has 2 adult children – a daughter who lives in Brooklyn, NY and a son in Columbus, OH. She lives in Herndon with her British husband and her dog, Dudley. In her spare time, Lauren likes to garden, read, travel, and spend time with family and friends. She loves teaching preschoolers because they are so eager to learn and it sets the stage for the love of learning for the rest of their school career!

Bo is a former Celebration Preschool parent who is excited to join the Celebration Preschool staff as the assistant teacher in the Butterfly class. Bo is an enthusiastic educator with a decade of experience teaching children from infants to second graders. She holds an early childhood development certificate and is currently pursuing a related degree at NOVA and George Mason University, Bo is dedicated to learning and growth. Outside of teaching, Bo cherishes moments with her husband and two children. As a family they love crafting, hiking, and exploring US national parks - they have visited 14 so far. Bo firmly believes in laying a strong foundation during a child's early years, preparing them not just for school but for life. She is thrilled to join your children on this educational journey.

Carolyn has a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from New Mexico State University. She has been teaching since 1992 in grades kindergarten through 3rd grade. Several years ago, God changed her path slightly and brought her to Celebration Preschool. Carolyn and her husband Royce, have four beautiful children and a precious grandson which have been God’s greatest gifts! In her free time, she enjoys running, yoga, walking her dog, Kenobi, and most of all, game nights with her family. Teaching the Dragonfly class has been amazing, and the children are such a blessing! Giving them the foundation and confidence to be ready for kindergarten is so important, but also teaching them that God created each and everyone of them beautiful and unique!

This is Jill's first year at Celebration Preschool. She has a degree in Animal Science and Agriculture from West Virginia University. She previosuly taught at Destiny School of the Arts in Leesburg and was the Early Childhood Coordinator at McLean Bible Church. Jill lives in Sterling with her husband, Sean. They have five grown children. Jill is passionate about the academic, social, emotional, and spiritual growth of young children and seeks to help foster a healthy learning environment for them to grow and learn.

Heather is the Lead Teacher in the Firefly Class. Heather attended Liberty University where she graduated with a degree in Family & Childhood Development. She has been a lead teacher in a number of Northern Virginia childcare centers and most recently was a home childcare provider. Heather believes in creating a nurturing environment where children feel loved and cared for. She loves developing relationships with the children in her class and watching them learn and have fun. Heather lives in Ashburn with her husband, Christopher and two sons.

Lauren is the Assistant Teacher in the Firefly Class and has been working with children for over 20 years. She has been a classroom room teacher at two local childcare centers, was a nanny for two families, and helps care for her four nephews when needed. She attended NVCC where she studied early childhood education. Lauren has served as a substitute at Celebration for the past 14 years and was a longterm sub for the 2023-2024 school year in the Firefly class. She is excited to officially join the Celebration Preschool staff. Lauren lives in Leesburg with her husband Ryan. She has two step children, Cavin, who lives in Reston and Sofia, who lives in Charlotte, NC. In her free time she enjoys exercising, crafting, attending church, and spending time with her family and friends.