3's Teachers
Although this is her second year teaching, Miss Karen and her family have been part of the St. Catherine's Family since we were in the little white church on Cherokee Street. Miss Karen and her husband, Jeff have seven children, all Preschool graduates. Born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Miss Karen was a professional ballerina and has been teaching dance for over 30 years. She keeps busy with her family and their activities. They love traveling, hiking, camping and movie nights.
Joining our Preschool Family in 2021, Miss Deborah loves teaching in the 3's. Married to her husband, Chad for 21 years, she is the proud mom of two teenage daughters, Emily and Olivia. Miss Deborah loves being creative, baking, dogs and being outdoors. She especially loves hiking with her daughters.
Miss Stephanie has been part of the Preschool family since 2018. Her son, a 3rd grader and her little girl, a 1st grader, are students at the Big School. Miss Stephanie loves traveling (especially to the beach), Dunkin' Donuts Caramel iced coffee, yoga and all things Disney. As an avid concert goer, she has been to over 30 concerts!
Miss Janet begins her 12th year here at St. Catherine's Preschool. She and her husband, Scott are the proud parents of 4 Preschool graduates, Emily (22), Stephen (20), Owen (18) and Alaina (16). A native of Western Pennsylvania, Miss Janet enjoys traveling, live theater, shopping, yoga classes, and going to the movies.
Miss Karen begins her 12th year at St. Catherine's Preschool. She has been married to her husband, Dave, for 38 years. They have two grown children, Chris and Jackie. Miss Karen loves spending time with her family and outdoor activities - kayaking, swimming and bike riding.
Miss Karina joins our staff this year but this is her 4th year teaching preschool. She and her husband, Daniel have two children, Maximus (11) and Zarya (5). Born in California, Miss Karina has lived in Georgia since she was 7. She loves spicy food, DIY projects, walking and spending time with her family.
Originally from New Jersey, Miss Mika has been a parishioner and catechist here at St. Catherine's for 7 years and begins her 4th year here at the Preschool. She and her husband, Nick have 3 sons, Matthew (23), Anthony (21) and Dominick (14). Miss Mika is a proud soccer mom and enjoys watching her older son coach her youngest son's team. Her family loves their wide array of pets (3 dogs, 4cats, 3 lizards, fish, a turtle and a hamster). Miss Mika enjoys the beach, iced coffee, going to Disney World.
Miss Lynn is entering her 4th year at St. Catherin's Preschool. Miss Lynn has been a teacher for 10 years. She and her husband, Barry have been married for 35 years with 3 children, Barrett (24), who lives and works in Arkansas, Hailey (21) who is working on her doctorate in Nebraska and Ashley (20). Miss Lynn enjoys watching Ashley play tennis and soccer for her college, TMU. Miss Lynn is an avid tennis player and also enjoys her pets, the beach and spending time with friends.