Our Teachers

Meet Our Staff!

I have an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education and have been in this field of work for over 30 years. God led me to Centenary Christian Preschool in 1996 and I have been working at Centenary Christian Preschool ever since. I was the Head Toddler Teacher and enjoyed being able to watch children experience so many first discoveries and meet many milestones. I have been blessed to be a part of so many wonderful families. I was fortunate to have my own 2 children attend also. In 2015, I added the role of Assistant Director and 2020 I became the Preschool Director. God continues to bless me each day as I experience the joy children have for learning.

Melissa Duquette - Preschool Director

Infant Teachers

Ms. Brenda

Ms. Lyndsey

Ms. Terri

I have been working at Centenary Christian Preschool as an Infant Teacher since 1989. I really enjoy working in the infant room and watching the children grow and develop new skills. I also enjoy meeting all the wonderful parents.

I have been working in the infant room for 18 years. I love working in the infant room because the teachers are great and I love babies. I have been married for almost 15 years. We have 2 children and we live in Ripon.

I have been a teacher at Centenary Christian Preschool since 2006.I have been in childcare for many years and I love what I do!

Toddler Teachers

Ms. Lorisell

It has always been a passion of mine to become a preschool teacher since the age of 10. I graduated with an AA in Early Childhood Education in 2013, obtained a site supervisor permit, and have been professionally teaching various ages for over 7 years. I love working with all ages, but toddlers have my heart. I love getting to experience so many of their "first" and making a difference in their lives is rewarding as they make a bigger impact in mine.

Ms. Adriana

I have been working at Centenary Christian Preschool since February 2020. I have been working with children since 2014 as a cheer coach. I have over 12 units in Child Development and am currently working on my AA Degree. I enjoy working with young children because it encourages me to use my imagination and find creative ways to do things.

Preschool Teachers

Ms. Patti

I've been blessed to be a teacher at CCPS since October 2004. I currently teach the 3 1/2- 5 yr old class. We are the Sunflower class. One upon a time ago I chose that name reminding me that just like Sunflowers always face the sun, we should always strive to face the Son of God. I have many favorite Bible verses. One in particular is from Philippines 4:13 "I can do all things through Christ Who gives me strength." My hope has always been to instill that biblical truth to every child I'm blessed to teach as well as the importance of choosing joy!

Ms. Treva

I have worked with Preschool children for 37 years. I have been at Centenary Christian Preschool for 19 years. Working with children is a true blessing. I love teaching them and watching them grow into young adults. I always say, working with children helps keep you on your toes and feeling young. I couldn't think of any other job where you can help little minds develop into something wonderful.

Ms. Heather

I have my Associate’s Degree in Child Development and have spent the last 30 years as a preschool teacher, home daycare provider, children’s ministry director at Centenary Church, and now split my time as a TK para and afternoon preschool teacher. I love to see little personalities blossom and see the unique perspective of this age. It’s an honor to be entrusted to care for our children and introduce them to our mighty and loving God.

Testimonials

Our three year old twins have been attending Centenary Preschool since they were six months old, and looking back there is no other place we would send them. Our boys love going to school everyday and have learned so much over these last three years at Centenary. It takes a community to help raise a child and the staff at Centenary Preschool have been a wonderful addition to that community. Our boys are our most prized possession and we feel Centenary Preschool is the safest place that also offers whole child enrichment opportunities. The staff at Centenary go over and beyond what is expected and truly have what is best for your child at the forefront of their minds. We are thankful to have such a wonderful place to send our kids.

I'm a working mom and I adore my three children--it's my greatest honor to raise them! For this reason, it was imperative our family find a preschool where I knew my children are loved and where they can thrive! Centenary Christian Preschool is not just your average preschool, it's a family. It's a community of talented, caring, passionate, and good people. My family and my children are known by the staff, they greet us by our names and genuinely care how we are doing. They love our children and our children love school! It feels amazing to drop my children off at school and head off to work knowing they are happy and loved. Centenary Christian Preschool is a gift to my family and we are so grateful!