
Our Staff
We are committed to creating a wonderful learning environment where children can flourish. Our staff participate in professional development and hands-on training to ensure that children are receiving the most appropriate and up to date educational experiences.

Staff
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
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Owner/ Director
Stella Gales
Ms. Stella Gales has been the administrator for 30 years. She has a Masters in Secondary Education with an endorsement in Human Sciences. She enjoys educating and preparing children for the future.
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Pre-K 4 Lead Teacher
Darylmekia Anderson
Ms. Darylmekia Anderson is in her first year at the center. She is our Early Childhood Collaborative teacher with the Jefferson County School system.
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Pre-K 3 Lead Teacher
Gloria Anderson
Ms. Gloria Anderson has over 20 years of experience working children. She has an Associate degree in Early Childhood.
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Custodian
Dixter Deon Banks
Mr. Deon Banks has worked at the center over 10 years keeping our environment safe and healthy. He can be depended on to help in any way he can.
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After-school Teacher
Yevette Buck
Ms. Yevette Buck has been with the center since the summer of 2023. She has many years of working with youth at her church. She is currently enrolled in the Early Childhood Development program at Copiah Lincoln Community College.

Infant Co-teacher
Nichole Coleman
Ms. Nichole Coleman has worked for many years with children at AJFC Head Start.
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Toddler Co-teacher
Niesha Coleman
Ms. Niesha Coleman has two years of experience, works diligently with the children and assists where needed.
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Dietitian
Billie Glass
Ms. Billie Glass has worked at the center for over 15 years. She is dependable, reliable, and a great asset in assisting in anything done at the center.
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Infant Lead Teacher
Timmyra McDonald
Ms. Timmyra McDonald has over three years of experience caring for infants in Tennessee.
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Toddler Lead Teacher
Cleometra Sampson
Ms. Cleometra Sampson has two years of experience but came in with a sincere desire to learn and excel. She is currently enrolled in Hinds Community College majoring in Early Childhood.
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Pre-K 3 Co-teacher
Nicole Trunell
Ms. Nicole Trunell has less than two years of experience but comes with a willingness to learn developmental appropriate teaching strategies.
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After-school Co-teacher
Lakota Walton
Ms. Lakota Walton, who also serves a substitute in all rooms, has less than two months of experience at the center but has been a valuable asset helping children complete homework.