Special Events
Teacher appreciation week -
May 7-11

Muffins for mom at drop off -
May 14

Pre-K graduation - May 15, 7:00 PM 

Parents' Night Out - May 18

Schools closed - May 25 and 28

Faculty Bios

Saint Charles, MO

Denise McConachie, M.Ed., Owner - Denise McConachie graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Education and a Master of Education degree with certification credentials in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education and Middle School Education. She also has a minor degree in Science. Denise taught Kindergarten for eleven years and has been on staff as an Adjunct Associate Professor of Early Childhood Education at Missouri Baptist University for fourteen years. She is a proud mother of two children. Her son is in fourth grade and her daughter is in second. Please feel free to stop by and visit Denise. She is always available for any questions, comments and thoughts!

Ms. Laura - Ms. Laura is the Director of The Goddard School® located in St. Charles, Missouri! Ms. Laura has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education and has worked at The Goddard School for eleven years, taught preschool for seventeen years and taught first grade. "The Goddard School offers a wonderful opportunity for families and children who attend. I truly love working here," adds Laura.

Ms. Kelly - Ms. Kelly is the Office Assistant and has been working at The Goddard School for three years. She has thirteen  years experience working in the childcare field. "The families at The Goddard School are truly amazing. I am impressed with the level of learning that occurs at the School as well as at home," adds Kelly.

Ms. Katie - Ms. Katie is the Lead Teacher in the Angelfish - Infant classroom. She has worked with infants and toddlers for five years! Ms. Katie has a degree as a Medical Assistant. "I love teaching at The Goddard School because I enjoy working with great teachers, children and parents," adds Katie.

Ms. Megan - Ms. Megan is the Lead Teacher in the Starfish - Infant classroom. Ms. Megan attends St. Charles Community College and is currently working on her Child Development Associate's degree. She has worked with children for over five years. "I love teaching at The Goddard School because I truly enjoy watching children grow and learn," adds Megan.

Ms. Shannon Ms.Shannon is the Lead Teacher in the Clownfish - First Steps room. She received a degree in Fine Arts in Elementary Education and Liberal Arts at University of Missouri and has worked with children for many years. She has a passion for teaching youth and enjoys working at The Goddard School because she believes in the philosophy and curriculum.

Ms. Anna - Ms. Anna is the Lead Teacher in the Sea Turtles - First Steps classroom. Ms. Anna has worked with children for over four years and  graduated from University of Missouri - St. Louis with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education. "I love teaching at The Goddard School because I love encouraging and teaching children to explore, learn and create new things," adds Anna.

Ms. Samantha - Ms.Samantha is the Lead Teacher in the Puffins classroom. She received a degree in Physical Education (K-12) from Lindenwood University. She has worked with children of all ages for 6 years.Samantha says working at The Goddard School is very rewarding. She loves to watch each child grow and learn through creativity and exploration. She feels that she can create a fun-filled, stimulating learning environment to all the Goddard children.

Ms. Jaime - Ms. Jaime is the Lead Teacher in the Dolphins Get Set/Preschool classroom. Ms. Jaime has her degree in Elementary Education from Lindenwood University. She spent three years as a title 1 teacher working with young children. Jaime loves working at The Goddard School because she gets to spend her days with children who love to explore the world and are always excited to learn new things.

Ms. Amy - Ms. Amy is the Lead Teacher in the Jellyfish classroom. She has a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and is certified in Early Childhood Education. She has been working with children for five years. She loves working with children because everyday is new, different and exciting! "I believe that I am here to build a foundation for the love of learning for a child's life," adds Amy.

Ms. Andrea Ms. Andrea is the Lead Teacher in the Lobsters  classroom. She has a Master's degree in Education from Lindenwood University and holds her certification in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. She has taught Pre-K for three years and has experience teaching kindergarten, first, third and fifth grades.  "I enjoy  teaching at The Goddard School because I love watching the children learn and grow academically, developmentally and socially," adds Andrea.

Ms. Maria - Ms. Maria is a Lead Teacher in the Sea Lions classroom. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education from Lindenwood University and has been working with children for fourteen years. "I am very eager to be a part of your child's learning experience and am excited about getting to know all of my children and their parents," adds Maria.