Our Staff
Preschool staff members are hired based on education, experience and philosophy about teaching young children. Lead teachers plan curriculum and develop the classroom program to reflect the school’s philosophy and meet the developmental needs of the children. Assistant teachers team with the lead teacher to provide guidance and assistance to the children. All staff members engage in continuing education opportunities throughout the year.
List of Services
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Kate WellsList Item 1
Director
After serving eight years in the United States Air Force, she taught elementary school in Michigan before her family’s journey led them to Oklahoma. It was at Presbyterian Preschool that she found a home and a ministry. Kate is passionate about play-based learning and believes childhood is something to be protected, celebrated, and never rushed. She is dedicated to creating a nurturing environment where children feel deeply loved, families feel supported, and every child is free to learn through wonder, exploration, and play.
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Ally GranthamItem Link
Cricket Lead Teacher
Ms. Ally earned her Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Oklahoma State University and has a passion for creating a classroom where every child feels safe, valued, and excited to learn. Outside of school, she is a proud mom of four sweet kids. Ms. Ally is a big fan of road trips, coffee, and a good sunrise.
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Autumn LawsItem Link
Floater
I have been working part time for the past couple of years in the service industry. I also have experience helping with my church’s VBS and children’s Summer camps. I am a student about to start my Sophomore year at Oklahoma State University.
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Brooke ClaybakerItem Link List Item 4
Co-Lead Teacher
My name is Brooke. I am 33 years old. I am married and I have three boys ranging in age from 9 down to 2. They sure keep us on our toes with sports and extracurriculars! I am also a photographer and absolutely love doing that in my spare time.
I’ve been working in the early childcare industry off and on since 2013. I stepped back to be a stay at home mom in 2017 and that was such a huge blessing! Since then I have been focusing on my family, photography, we’ve homeschooled, traveled, and I’ve subbed at various schools.
I am so excited to be back in a classroom!
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Brooke KetchItem Link List Item 3
Ladybug Lead Teacher
This is my 5th year at Presby. I was a public school elementary teacher and stay at home mom before joining the preschool world. My husband Josh and I have three kids-Keegan, Kaiden, & Kendall. I love to bake and garden in my free time.
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Carmen FoxItem Link
Froggy Lead Teacher
This is my 11th school year at our preschool! I have a bachelor’s degree in child psychology, a certification in play therapy, and I am a certified master teacher.
I love reading, the mountains, and spending time with family! I am a former Presby preschooler, and it will always have a special place in my heart!!
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Christiane BolesItem Link
Ducky Teacher
Christie has always loved working with children and watching them learn and grow. Before joining the preschool in 2023, she taught fifth grade, worked as an online ESL teacher, and provided arts education through the Kennedy Center. As a trained classical singer and voice-over artist, she loves bringing music, imagination, and plenty of silly voices into the classroom. Christie, her husband, and their three children have called Stillwater home since 2016.
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Dayle WinslowItem Link
Ladybug Class Co-Lead Teacher
This is my 7th year teaching at Presby in the Ladybug Class! Prior to working here, I was a stay at home mom after teaching 3rd and 5th grades in Kansas, Texas and Oklahoma.
My husband and I are both OSU graduates. We have three children and a dog named Luna.
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Donna StallingsItem Link
Honeybee Lead Teacher
I have been married to my husband for 52 years. We have 4 children, their wonderful spouses, 11 grandchildren and 1 great-grandson. I have been a teacher since 1978. During those years I taught K-12th grades (39 of those years were JH in Glencoe.) after retiring at the end of 2023, I began working that fall here at Presby. It has been such a blessing to be back with the preschool age, and I’ve been blessed to teach several of my former students children. I began running marathons at the age of 49 and ended up running seven of them along with 6 half marathons. All of them were run in the Oklahoma City Memorial marathon in (memory of students who passed away) where my honor Society students have volunteered since it began. Teaching has really been a passion for me and I truly do love my moments with these amazing children. This is my 49th year….
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Erin DvorettItem Link
T/Th Floater
Before becoming a stay-at-home mom, I taught high school art and loved helping students discover the joy and confidence that comes through creating. Over the past several years, I’ve had the privilege of staying home with my two children, giving me a first hand appreciation for how young children learn, explore, and grow. I’m excited to return to the classroom and help create a warm, playful, and encouraging environment where every child feels safe, valued, and excited to learn.
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Karaline DukeItem Link
Older Floater
I've spent the past several years working with children through a variety of roles, including five years at a swim school, as well as nannying, babysitting, and serving in church daycare programs. I love working with kids and enjoy creating a fun, safe, and encouraging environment for them. I'm currently studying Marketing with a certification in Property Management at Oklahoma State University. A few fun facts about me are that I have a twin brother, I used to be a competitive swimmer, and I'm from Dallas, Texas.
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Kayla VillarrealItem Link List Item 2
Assistant Teacher
Hello! My name is Kayla, and I am so excited to be joining the Presby family this year! I’ve been married to my husband, Jose, for six and a half years (COVID elopement!) and together we have two fun-loving Halloween babies, Dane (4) and Zander (2), plus our goofy 6-year-old standard poodle, Murphy. Before spending the last four years as a stay-at-home mom, I worked 4 years in special education as both an assistant and a teacher. I’m looking forward to an amazing year back in the classroom!
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Kenna HaneItem Link
Co-Teacher
Hi, I'm Kenna! I have several years of experience working with children through being in the classroom, babysitting/Nannying, serving as a camp counselor, and volunteering in children's ministry. I love creating a fun, safe, and caring environment where children can learn, grow, and build confidence.
I have three siblings, one sister and two brothers. I have one nephew and one niece, with another niece on the way.
I love traveling/road-tripping, and I’m always up for an adventure, would love to road-trip across all 50 states someday. I’m excited to be joining the preschool as a co-teacher and look forward to getting to know each child and helping them have a great year!
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Lori RossierItem Link
Crickets Assistant Teacher
I have been at Presby since 2024, and my grandchildren have been enrolled since 2023. I''ve been nurturing, teaching, and caring for children for over 30 years in both private schools and church settings. I'm married with 2 children and 2 amazing grandchildren.
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Ren SusemihlItem Link
Building Floater
Ren is a current student at Oklahoma State University earning a bachelor’s in Pre-Medical Biology. In her free time, she enjoys reading, caring for plants and animals, and playing video games. She is excited to be part of the preschool team and looks forward to supporting the teachers and students wherever she is needed.
OFFICE HOURS
Mon-Thu: 7:45 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fri: 7:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
CONTACT US
Email: kate@prespreschool.org
Office: (405) 372-5476
Cell: (405) 747-6993
Fax: (405) 372-2089