Our Teachers

Chandrashekar Laveti ( Shekar ) is honored to bring the highly acclaimed Goddard School to Coppell and the surrounding communities of Valley Ranch, Lewisville and Carrollton. Shekar is a seasoned Goddard franchisee already operating two successful schools in the Tampa area. Shekar graduated with a master’s degree in computer science from MSU and has an MBA from the Wharton Business School. “I am excited to partner with Srini Rupakula and his wife Ana Rupakula on this prestigious project to bring a high-quality, reputed and affordable preschool program to the Coppell community and the surrounding neighborhood”.

Srini Rupakula is a seasoned entrepreneur with a diverse background in both technology and education. Holding a Master's degree in Computer Science from the University of Pennsylvania, Srini has built a successful career as a serial entrepreneur in the software services industry. With a passion for innovation and a focus on customer-centric solutions, he has founded and led several companies to success. In a new chapter of his career, Srini is now running The Goddard School for Early Childhood Development, where he’s leveraging his leadership skills to create a nurturing and educational environment for young children. His blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and commitment to early childhood education reflects his dedication to fostering growth and development, both in business and in the community.

Hello, my name is Amanda Light and I am thrilled to be joining the leadership team as the Director of The Goddard School of Coppell. I grew up in the small town of Elkhart, Kansas. Upon graduating from high school, I moved to El Dorado, Kansas to attend college where I received my Associate of Applied Science degree in Early Childhood Education. My husband Brandon and I married in 2015 and had our daughter, Macey, in 2017. We moved to Texas in 2020. I have 19 years of early childhood education experience, working at all levels. I have provided instruction to most age groups and served as an Education Director, Assistant Director and Executive Director at schools back home as well as in the DFW area. I love working here at the Goddard School and seeing all of the children every day and watching them as they learn and grow. I look forward to many more years here at the Goddard School.

My name is Mrs. Fatima. My childhood experience spans more than eighteen years. Most of that time has been spent in the classroom for infants. I have a bachelor's degree in arts from India. Coppell has been my home for twenty-three years. I adore working with babies, and I am thankful to be able to observe their growth and accomplishment of developmental milestones.

I am Ms. Katie. I have over six years of early childhood experience working with infants and toddlers. It truly brings me joy to work with children. While your children are in my classroom, they will enjoy reading Rainbow Fish, which is my favorite book. I enjoy contributing to their accomplishment of developmental milestones. In my spare time, I work as an aesthetician and give facials.

I am Ms. Giselle. I worked in a licensed early childhood facility for more than eight years. Most of that time has been spent with twos. I am in the process of obtaining my CDA. Due to my large family, I was constantly surrounded by kids, which is why I decided to become an early childhood educator. I especially enjoy reading some of my favorite books to the kids, such as Rainbow Fish and The Places You Will Go. I adore DIY projects and crafting. In addition, I like to bake. I am a Disney adult, and my favorites are Dumbo and The Little Mermaid. Even though I do not yet have children of my own, I am a proud dog mom.

I’m Mrs. Dionne. I have worked in education for more than 25 years, including in special education, dual language, Headstart, kindergarten, and preschool. I genuinely enjoy going to work each day and assisting each and every one of the students under my supervision in achieving their developmental goals. When your child is in my class, they will love reading Green Eggs and Ham, which is one of my favorite books. In addition to my granddaughter and two grown children, I am also a dog mom to a14-year-old Yorkie. When I’m not at work, you can find me at my happy place which is the beach. I adore exploring new places and trying new things.

I am Mrs. Chandana. In addition to my CDA, I hold a bachelor's degree in Hindi. Originally from Hindi, I worked in elementary education for more than two years. I have worked with young children of all ages for more than three years. My passion is working with children. I adore being a part of their journey and seeing them change and grow. You can find me spending time with my wonderful husband and my two gorgeous kids.

I’m Mrs. Debanupriya (Priya). I have a bachelor’s degree in microbiology and education with a master’s degree in business administration. I’m also a certified Montessori teacher. I have been teacher for 11 years. I previously worked with elementary and middle school-aged children before becoming an early childhood teacher. I love to read and hope to pass my love of reading on to my students. One of my favorite book series is Harry Potter. Whenever a new book was released, I was always one of the first in line! I also enjoy reading science fiction. I try to enhance the Goddard state -of- the- art curriculum by incorporating some of my Montessori training. I believe that the love for learning should be nurtured, and that each child has a tremendous potential to achieve their goals. Providing an enriching educational experience is my top prior. As a teacher, I believe it is my responsibility to make learning a pleasant and joyful experience for my students.

I’m Ms. Anita. I have my bachelor’s in education from the university of Arizona Global Campus. I have over 5 years working in licensed childcare centers. I love teaching bible study at my church. I love connecting with children and helping them grow. What excites me most is introducing new concepts and seeing the moment when they understand and get excited about them. It’s incredibly rewarding and inspires me to keep supporting their development. I look forward to sharing my favorite children book “Mr. Willoby’s Christmas Tree” with your child. Outside of teaching, I enjoy crafting, collecting key chains from different state, swimming, going on walks and going out to sing karaoke with my friends and family. I am a huge minion fan! I look forward to getting to know all my student in my classroom and helping the reach their development milestones.