Meet Our Staff....
Director/4's Teacher
Jessica West is the Director/Lead Teacher for the 4 & 5yr. olds. She has a BA in Public Relations from Marist College & MS in Elementary Education PK-6 from Old Dominion University. She is married and has 3 beautiful children. Some of her hobbies include teaching group exercise classes, singing in a worship band at her church, & spending time with her family.
"I am very excited to have this opportunity in being your child's teacher, possibly even their first teacher ever. It is
amazing how much children retain and understand at this stage of learning. I love teaching children and I always
aim to provide a stimulating learning environment that is encouraging to them in their academic and faith journey!"
"I am very excited to have this opportunity in being your child's teacher, possibly even their first teacher ever. It is
amazing how much children retain and understand at this stage of learning. I love teaching children and I always
aim to provide a stimulating learning environment that is encouraging to them in their academic and faith journey!"
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4's Assistant
Leslie DeFino has a BA in biology/cytotechnology from the College of St. Rose. She is married with three children, two of whom are attending St Stephens. She loves spending time with them outdoors and doing craft projects. “I believe children are the greatest gift from God and I am thrilled to have the opportunity to watch their imaginations at work as they grow and learn about His creation.” |
3's Teacher
Karen Olewnick has a BA in Communications and Arts Management from The State University College at Brockport and a Child Development Associate Degree in Pre-K education. She is married and has two children. She enjoys fitness, being outdoors, and shares her love of cooking and entertaining with her own Pampered Chef business. She also volunteers in the NICU at Albany Medical Center.
"My goal is to provide a loving and nurturing environment that will foster your child's imagination. My hope
is that they will develop a lifelong love for learning and thrive academically, socially and spiritually."
"My goal is to provide a loving and nurturing environment that will foster your child's imagination. My hope
is that they will develop a lifelong love for learning and thrive academically, socially and spiritually."
3's Assistant
Melissa Volk has a BS in Education from SUNY Oswego. She is married with two children, Cameron and William. As a family, the Volks like to read books, watch movies, play outside, play board games and Just Dance Kids. Melissa enjoys exercising with Faithful Workouts, reading novels, and volunteering at church and at the boys' school.
Melissa Volk has a BS in Education from SUNY Oswego. She is married with two children, Cameron and William. As a family, the Volks like to read books, watch movies, play outside, play board games and Just Dance Kids. Melissa enjoys exercising with Faithful Workouts, reading novels, and volunteering at church and at the boys' school.
3's Assistant
Rebecca Hoogkamp is currently a licensed practical nurse in the urgent care setting. She married and mother of 3 children, 2 of whom will leave for college fall 2017 and 1 is currently a student at St. Stephen's Pre-K. She enjoys playing in the snow, being outdoors, bike riding and anything family. Rebecca is thankful to be a part of your child's educational and spiritual journey! There is nothing better than making a child smile.
Rebecca Hoogkamp is currently a licensed practical nurse in the urgent care setting. She married and mother of 3 children, 2 of whom will leave for college fall 2017 and 1 is currently a student at St. Stephen's Pre-K. She enjoys playing in the snow, being outdoors, bike riding and anything family. Rebecca is thankful to be a part of your child's educational and spiritual journey! There is nothing better than making a child smile.
3's Assistant
Molly Flynn has a BS in Early Childhood Education from the University of Delaware. She is married with two children - her son attends St. Stephen’s and her daughter is a fourth grader at Slingerlands. Prior to becoming a mother, she taught at the Elementary level for eight years. Molly enjoys exercising and spending time with her family. She is honored to be involved in the educational and spiritual growth of your child.
Molly Flynn has a BS in Early Childhood Education from the University of Delaware. She is married with two children - her son attends St. Stephen’s and her daughter is a fourth grader at Slingerlands. Prior to becoming a mother, she taught at the Elementary level for eight years. Molly enjoys exercising and spending time with her family. She is honored to be involved in the educational and spiritual growth of your child.
4's Teacher
Alyce Cathone has degree in Psychology/Elementary Education from Houghton College and a Masters degree in Early Childhood Education from Hofstra University. She has many years of experience teaching Kindergarten and Pre-K in various school settings. Alyce is married and has two daughters in college and one in high school. Spending time with family and friends, baking, making crafts and being outdoors are some of her favorite activities.
"It is a privilege and joy to be able to teach in a school where God's love can be shared."
"It is a privilege and joy to be able to teach in a school where God's love can be shared."
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4's Assistant
Maureen Bub attended Hudson Valley Community College for Accounting. She is married and has five grown children. She does bookkeeping for her husband's business. She has had the honor and privilege of working as an assistant in a four year old class for the past eight years. She loves to read and spend time with her family. "It has been a joy and a blessing to be a part of building into the lives of precious little ones!" |
Treasurer
Bill Pearce
Email: wpearcecpa@yahoo.com
Phone: 518-729-3723
Email: wpearcecpa@yahoo.com
Phone: 518-729-3723