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The Red School House

Philosophy

We believe . . .

Children have a desire to learn. Teachers must develop the mental, physical, emotional and social attributes of each child based on sound growth and development principles. Every child is treated as an individual and respected for both their strengths and weaknesses. Children learn in many ways. By touch, sound, sight and taste, children experience and make sense of their environment. Young children must be given many experiences in order to build a firm basis for future learning. Children must learn to cooperate, work together and respect each other. They need time to explore, create, play, and allow their bodies to grow and develop.

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Meet Our Teachers

Mrs. Kim Wigglesworth has been working at the Red School House for over three years. She has worked as both a two and three year old teacher. Prior to this, Kim has worked in the Early Childhood field for over 11 years. Kim has her CDA and really enjoys teaching young children. Kim lives in Atlantic Beach with her three boys while her husband, serving in the US Navy, is currently in Norfolk, VA. Kim enjoys spending time with her family, her cats, bike riding and helping at her church.

Mrs. Teresa Medina worked as a two year old teacher last year and this year is teaching both young two year olds and one year olds. Teresa was born and educated in Italy. She worked for the Navy for four years in Customer Service and in a military school in Italy. Teresa’s husband is a Navy officer and they live with their two daughters in Jacksonville. Teresa hopes to receive her CDA soon. She enjoys painting and decorating.

Mrs. Silvana Stone has a degree in Business from Italy where she grew up. She spent much of her career managing a linen store  and doing Accounting work for a family business. Silvana is a new teacher to The Red School House. She loves children and is excited to be joining the field of Early Childhood education here in America. She lives in Jacksonville with her husband and their two daughters. Silvana enjoys painting and decorating.

Mrs. Norma Ferro has been working as a Red School House teacher for nearly six years. At The Red School House Norma has taught two year olds,  Jr. K,  and is currently our enrichment teacher for the four year old program. Norma is extremely creative and teaches art, music and movement, and drama. Prior to coming to The Red School House,  Norma worked teaching in the preschool and primary grades for over 25 years.  Norma  grew up in Iowa and then spent most of her life n California. Norma has three daughters. She now lives in Jacksonville Beach with her husband where she enjoys sailing, fishing, art, and treasure hunting.

Mrs. Kathy Porter is beginning her seventh school year as Preschool Director at The Red School House. Prior to that she taught for over 25 years in Pre-K, Kindergarten, First Grade, and Primary Reading. Kathy also taught the profoundly handicapped and worked as a curriculum director. Kathy has a BA from Stetson University in Elementary and Early Childhood Education. She received her Director’s Credential in 2001. Kathy is married and has two children. She grew up in Pittsburgh and Connecticut, but has lived in Jacksonville Beach for nearly 20 years. Kathy enjoys the beach, nature, ice skating, crafts, and watching football.

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Enrollment
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