Mindi Jarman has been a Lead Teacher since 2017 and loves being a Little Hornet! She teaches 2 classes; the Monday, Wednesday, Friday half-day Kindergarten Readiness and the Tuesday, Thursday half-day Preschool Introduction. Ms. Jarman is passionate about having her students explore the world inside and outside the class. She incorporates nature, environment, and sustainability into her lessons. She works with students to help them succeed, love learning, and enjoy school as much as she does. Ms. Jarman attended Michigan State University and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Interdisciplinary Humanities with concentrations in Spanish and History. Shortly after graduating, she moved to the Dominican Republic where she created curriculum and taught English. Upon returning to the United States, Ms. Jarman worked in a bakery for several years. During that time, she realized her passion was working with children. She began teaching 2 year olds and loved every second. Ms. Jarman earned her Master's degree in Elementary Education from the University of Michigan. She has taught Kindergarten in Ann Arbor and Madison Heights before returning to preschool.

Mrs. Burton has been with the program since 2012 and is excited to be a Little Hornet. She has a passion for teaching and has over fifteen years experience as an elementary and preschool teacher. Mrs. Burton earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Centeral Michigan University. In addition, she has a Masters degree in Elementary Education and Curriculum and Teaching from Michigan State University. Outside of school, Mrs. Burton loves to spend time with her husband and three children, playing with her dog Maggie, and watching sports. 

Mrs. Grabowski teaches in the four full day preschool class and is excited to be a Little Hornet. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education with an Early Childhood endorsement from Eastern Michigan University. Mrs. Grabowski has been in the teaching field for over 10 years working as a substitute teacher, Kindergarten teacher, GSRP teacher, and reading interventionist. She believes each child is unique, curious, and ready to learn. She also strives to create a caring environment that incorporates nature, movement, and creativity, both inside and outside of the classroom. When not at school, Mrs. Grabowski enjoys spending time with her husband and three busy children, bike riding, reading, and baking.

Ms. Morris currently teaches the Little Hornets AM and PM half-day preschool classrooms. She is a recent graduate from Central Michigan University with a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Development and Learning. Ms. Morris has always had a passion for working with and being an advocate for young children. She is excited to be a Little Hornet and to continue her passion of teaching. Outside of school, Ms. Morris enjoys spending time with her friends and family, being outdoors, and reading a book while snuggled up with her dog,