Special Events
Goddard Good Deed
During the month of December, we will be collecting winter hats, mittens, gloves and scarves to donate to Hope Chest in Painesville. Hope Chest will distribute these items to children in need this winter. Please put your donations in the 'sleigh' box in the front foyer of either building. Thank you for your contributions!

Concord Township, OH

Kristina Turk -
Kristina is the owner of The Goddard School® located in Concord Township. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education from Lake Erie College and an Master of Arts degree in Elementary Administration from Cleveland State University. She is currently a candidate for Ph.D in Early Childhood Administration. She taught both Kindergarten and Second Grade for 13 years with the Perry Public School District as well as WVIZ’s live interactive math series called ‘Equals.' She brings experience, education and training in curriculum, assessment, technology and staff development to The Goddard School®.

Tracie Z. - Tracie has been Director at The Goddard School® since 2003. She came to us with over 15 years of early childhood experience both as a teacher and as an administrator. Tracie has her CDA and continues to take classes on early childhood education and administration. Although she enjoys all young children, Tracie has a special soft spot in her heart for the babies of The Goddard School®.

Leanne M. - Leanne is a Director at The Goddard School®. She began her career in early childhood education as a Goddard teacher in 2003. She has her Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education from Bob Jones University. Leanne enjoys getting to know the children and their families at The Goddard School®.

Judi B. - Judi is the Teacher in the Infant classroom. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education for grades Kindergarten through Eighth from Hiram College. Throughout her college years, she headed a summer recreation program. Judi's experience includes in-home day care for eight years and substitute teacher. She has always enjoyed working with children. Judi feels privileged to be part of The Goddard School® team.

Heather R. - Heather is the Teacher in the Junior Kindergarten room. She attended Kent State University for two years and then chose to become a personal nanny for six years. She completed an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Development at Lakeland Community College. Heather has worked at The Goddard School® since the grand opening in 2002 and enjoys every day that she walks into her classroom of bubbly, eager to learn children. Heather tells us she is proud to be a teacher here and share her experience with the School's community.

Robin F. - Robin is the Assistant in the Infant classroom. She is the eldest of three generations at The Goddard School®; her daughter is a Junior Kindergarten teacher and her granddaughter attends the School. Robin has worked with children for many years from PTA and room mother to scorekeeper and number one fan. Robin tells us she is excited to join the Goddard team and enjoys taking care of the babies.

Kelley P. - Kelley is a Teacher in the Pre-K I classroom. She joined The Goddard School® team in September 2002. Kelley is currently attending classes to attain her CDA. Kelley tells us she feels honored to be a part of such an important time of development in a young child's life.

Shalin K. - Shalin is a Lead Teacher in the Toddler classroom. She joined The Goddard School® team in March 2006. Shalin earned a Child Development Associate (CDA) degree in the fall of 2008. Shalin loves to watch children discover the world around them.

Tricia S. - Tricia has been a Lead Teacher in the Preschool II classroom since the School opened in 2002. She graduated from Lakeland Community College with an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education and is currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Education. Tricia tells us she enjoys making School fun for the Preschool children while preparing them for future transitions.

Lisa H. - Lisa is a Lead Teacher in our Pre-K classroom. She has over fifteen years of experience in the early childhood field. Lisa obtained her Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education from Lakeland Community College and has her Pre-Kindergarten certificate for teaching. Lisa tells us "... being a preschool teacher is one of the most important careers I could possibly have. I am honored to know that you have entrusted me with so many little lives."

Jessica E. - Jessica is the Assistant in our Infant II and Toddler classrooms. She is a graduate of Mentor High School and continues to take classes on early childhood education. Jessica comes to us with previous childcare experience from another local school. Jessica tells us she enjoys watching the younger children explore and experience their world.

Betsi G. - Betsi joined The Goddard School® after it opened in 2002. She is currently the Lead Teacher in the Pre-K classroom. She has an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education from Lakeland Community College. Her prior experience includes being a private nanny for a local family. Betsi tells us that she loves working with preschool children and that each day brings a new experience for both the children and herself.

Heather G. - Heather joined the Goddard team in December 2005 as the Lead Teacher in the Toddler I classroom. She has over nineteen years experience working with children as a Toddler Teacher, Preschool Teacher and an Assistant Director. Heather has an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education from Lakeland Community College. Heather's goal is to make The Goddard School® experience exciting and educational in a loving warm environment.

Barbara S. - Barb is the Teacher in the Toddler II room. She has taught toddlers for over 20 years through homecare, childcare facilities and Montessori schools. At the same time, Barb worked toward receiving her CDA in 2000. Barb is currently working toward an applied science degree in American Sign Language at Lakeland. Barb enjoys working with young children, knowing that every day the children will inspire her with their fresh minds and curiosity. Barb is very proud to be part of the Goddard team.

Patty K. - Patty is the Teacher Assistant in the Infant I classroom. She has two grown daughters who she enjoyed raising. She has been a Sunday School Teacher, VBS teacher, room mother and childcare provider for many years. Patty enjoys working with children and providing a safe and caring environment.

Robin W. - Robin is our Office Manager. She came to The Goddard School® after it opened in 2002 as a teacher. Robin has a BA degree from Bowling Green State University. She worked at another local school for over six years before working for us. Robin's administrative experience includes both retail management and roles in the legal field. She tells us her goal is to help both children and parents enjoy their experience at The Goddard School®.