My name is Melissa and I teach the Cubs class! My husband, Robert, and I have two daughters, Olivia and Claire. Olivia is currently a Panda at Nature’s Pointe and Claire is a Kinderbird at Meridian Hills. We also have four Australian Shepherds and two cats. In my spare time, I enjoy hiking, camping, skiing, gardening, reading, and spending time with my family. I first found Nature’s Pointe in 2021 when I was looking for a preschool for Claire. Everything about the outdoor, play-based, child-centered environment made for a wonderful introduction to school and my children have flourished. The continuing education available to caregivers and the wonderful co-op community has also made me a better parent. I ended up participating on the board last year and am exceptionally excited to begin teaching. I have a B.S. in Neurobiology and Physiology, with a minor in Psychology, from Purdue University. Though I have held several positions in the scientific field, my true passion throughout the years has been working with children. I have over twenty years of experience as a gymnastics coach. In that role, I have taught children of all ages and ability levels and encouraged them to progress physically, socially, and emotionally in a developmentally appropriate manner.

My name is Jenny and I am the Teddies teacher and also assist with the Pandas class 2/3 of their class days. I started at Nature’s Pointe as a parent  in 2019. My family and I feel so fortunate to have found a school that offers a play-based, child-centered, nature focused approach. This community is great because everyone truly cares for one another.  My husband and I live in Fishers and have five children. We have a lot of firsts this year as one daughter heads off to college, one son starts high school and one son starts kindergarten! We also have a 3rd grade boy and 3 year old girl. I am very passionate about early childhood education and enjoy many opportunities for continuing education in the field. I have worked in early childhood for many years in a variety of settings including preschools, a licensed home childcare and as a nanny. I have my B.A. in French and will have my Associates in Early Childhood Education after finishing one science class.  I enjoy children of preschool age because of their excitement for discovery and sense of wonder. I look forward to learning from and growing alongside the children this year!

My name is Marlo and I teach the Koalas class.  My husband Mike and I are parents to twin boys, Alex and Evan.  They are graduates of NPCP.  I have a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education and 20+ years of experience working with young children.  And I have been teaching at NPCP for over half that time.  The preschool years are my favorite!  The children are so excited to learn new things.  They have such a natural love of learning.  After experiencing co-op with my own children, I know this is the best place to nurture that love and watch it grow!  I am looking forward to another great year!

My name is Teresa and I’m the lead teacher for the Pandas class. I have over 25 years experience in early childhood education. I have worked with all age groups in various early childhood settings but I especially love co-op classrooms. I have worked at Nature’s Pointe Co-op for 15 years. I have a BA from Purdue University in psychology and certification in parent education and the program of West Ed. I am married and have 3 co-op children of my own. I chose co-op for my own children because I am a strong believer in play being the most important work for young children and wanted to be involved in the education of my own children. The greatest pleasure I have is seeing children’s faces light up as they learn. I also love seeing parents learn with their children!

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