Meet Our Teachers

The CEP staff brings warmth, experience, creativity, and care to every classroom.

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Katie Polk

Director

Ms. Katie is a Virginia Tech graduate with a degree in Early Childhood Education. She has served CEP as a parent, board member, Chapel Time leader, teacher, and now director, and she leads weekly science classes for all ages.

Kristy Stoddard

Pre-K 4s Teacher

Ms. Kristy brings special education experience, a love of music, and many years of CEP teaching experience to the Shining Stars 4-year-old class.

Talia Mosconi

Pre-K 4s Assistant Teacher

Ms. Talia supports the Shining Stars class, Before Care, and Monday Camp Day. She is known for enthusiasm, recycling, and creative loose-parts building.

Karen Battagello

3s Teacher

Ms. Karen creates a loving and engaging classroom for little learners and brings early learning training and joyful classroom energy to the Explorers class.

Wendi Dorey

3s Assistant Teacher

Ms. Wendi has supported CEP's 3-year-old classrooms over the years as both an assistant and a lead teacher. Both of her children are CEP graduates.

Heather Monette

2s/3s Teacher

Ms. Heather leads the Rainbows and Sunshines classes and brings early childhood experience, joy, and excitement for learning to her classrooms.

Kristy Alden

3s Assistant Teacher

Ms. Kristy has experience in area preschools and supports the Sunshines class as assistant teacher.

Melanie Thompson

2s Assistant Teacher

Ms. Melanie helps CEP's youngest learners adjust to school and continue their learning journey in the Rainbows class.

Amanda Buehrig

2s Teacher

Ms. Amanda leads the Bees class and supports young learners as they develop independence and a love of learning.

Kathy Walsh

2s Assistant Teacher

Ms. Kathy is a Virginia Tech graduate and former CEP room parent, board member, Fun Fair co-chair, and substitute teacher who shares her love of art and learning with the Bees class.

Katy Rey

After Care Teacher

Ms. Katy brings many years of early childhood experience and works with Monday Camp Day and After Care students.

Jillian Rybalsky

Music Teacher

Ms. Jillian is an experienced music educator who teaches fundamental music concepts through developmentally appropriate play.

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Program overview

Learn more about Creative Curriculum, music, science labs, and Chapel Time.

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