Play-N-Learn
Preschool
Here at Play-N-Learn Preschool we are more than just a staff, we have become a family throughout the years. Each one of our individual personalities and talents creates a warm, unique, and friendly atmosphere for our students. At PNL we ensure that our staff not only cares about their job, but the students individually.
Hello, my name is Rene Robinson better known as "Ms. Rene". I am the director here at Play-N-Learn. I have been here since 1981. I attended JCTC for early childhood development and I keep my CDA certificate current. I have enjoyed watching and contributing to the center's growth over the years. The current enrollment consists of half the students who have had a parent enrolled here previously. I have also employed many former students. I provide myself of being fair and consistent providing a family like environment that offers students a comforting place that they want to come to and will have fond memories for when they leave.
My name is DeAnna LaFever and I have been employed at Play-N-Learn 31 years. I have my Child Development Associate Certification and I am the 3 year old teacher. I am also the assistant director of the center. I am married and I am the mother and grandmother of a son and granddaughter.
My name is Wayne Robinson. I have worked here for 27 years. I do maintenance and drive the school van for field trips and taking students to and from local elementary schools. I enjoy playing music and watching T.V.
Introducing Ms Erica Bell. I've been apart of the Play-N-Learn family for five years now. I am the mother of two boys, Javin (the famous hurricane) who attends the daycare all day and Latrell 6 who attends before and after school. I am a very creative person which is frequently utilized here at the center making signs and bulletin boards.
Hello my name is Mianeka Monteria. I am glad to say that i've also been working for Play-N-Learn for a year. I have two rambunctious boys named Jeremiah and Xavier. As a family we love to do out door activities. I have a former student here at the preschool and am currently working with the two year olds.
My name is Dawnyele White. I have been working at Play-N-Learn for 6 years. I am the lead teacher for the 2 year olds. I have 2 wonderful children Dakota (15) and Dajia (6). I enjoy all sports but basketball and football the most.
My name is Brandy Flournoy. I have been at Play-N-Learn for 11 years. I have worked with all age groups. I am the afternoon assistant director. I enjoy working here with my "second family" here and the daycare, especially the children.
My name is Christel Arnold. I have been a part of the PNL family for 18 years. I have taught all age groups during my years at the daycare and I am now the cook for the preschool. I enjoy spending time with my son in my spare time.
Our Staff
Building One
Hello, my name is Dana Wilkerson and I run our before and after school care program. I work with children from 2nd-5th grade. I've been in childcare for 23 years most of which was at Play-N-Learn. I've worked with all age groups and thoroughly enjoy my afterschoolers. I have two children Devon and Paige who were also students here when they were younger. My assistant Denaz and I run a fun and active program for your school age children.
Hi there my name is Paige Wilkerson. I am the afternoon K-1 teacher here at the daycare. I am currently studying elementary and special education at Bellarmine University. I attended Play-N-Learn throughout my entire childhood, and was a volunteer until I was 16. I genuinely enjoy my job and cherish the memories I get to make with the students and my fellow co-workers.
My name is Denaz Taylor and i have enjoyed my time here at Ply-N-Learn. I have worked here since the summer of 2012. I attended here during elementary school. I am an energetic teacher who encourages teamwork and creativity for my after school students.
My name is Ms. Carol Hoag. I like working with children and watching them learn and grow throughout the years. I have been teaching for a long time but I still get thrilled when a child says "I did it!" I especially enjoy working with the children on art, reading, math, and music. I learn from them everyday s as they learn from me. I enjoy being a part of the Play-N-Learn family.
Building Two
Building Three
My name is Tabitha Allen. I have been employed at Play-N-Learn for eleven years. I am the infant teacher. I have two wonderful kids of my own. I enjoy the History Channel and Bravo and spending all my extra time with my kids.
My name is DeShonda Paige. I have been employed at Play-N-Learn for seven years. I am also a teacher in the infant building. Before becoming a preschool teacher I received my Bachelor's degree in criminal justice and also spent five and a half years in the United States Navy. I love to dance, sing, and spend time with my three beautiful children Kendrick, Shacora, and Kayla.
Last but certainly not least the founder and owner of our center, Margaret Shierry. She opened the school in 1974 she has dedicated herself to providing a loving ,nurturing , educational environment for all students that attend the center.