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In 2023, Ms. Kaydee graduated from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Global Conflict Studies. While pursuing her B.S., she tutored colleagues in Arabic and taught topics in political sciences during a summer study in Israel. She volunteered with special needs students in her mother’s summer school classes growing up. Ms. Kaydee believes that early childhood is a foundational stage and she finds fulfillment in supporting children’s emotional, social, and cognitive growth while helping them build independence and self confidence.

“Children are the world’s most valuable resource  and its best hope for the future.” John F. Kennedy

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Ms. Kaitlyn attends Rollins College where she will earn her Bachelor’s degree in English this May. She has been passionate about early childhood education since she was in high school working as a summer camp counselor. Ms. Kaitlyn also spends her free time volunteering with children in need at Camp Boggy Creek and Miracle League in central Florida. 

“The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you.” – B.B. King

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Ms. Ashley was born and raised in Orlando, FL and graduated from Jones High School in 2019. She has always wanted to work with children and in 2022 she received her first opportunity to care for infants. Ms. Ashley enjoys relaxing during her free time and spending time with friends and family. 

“Watching my nieces and nephews laugh, grow, and develop on a day-to-day basis inspired me to become a teacher.”

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Ms. Taliyah was a former child of WPDN and is currently a student at Winter Park High School where she will graduate in May of 2028. She was born in Orlando where she is an active member in our community and enjoys working with children. Ms. Taliyah wants to attend college where she will study to become a veterinarian. 

“Working in childcare has taught me to be more patient and has given me valuable insight into how young minds grow and learn. I know these experiences will benefit me in my future endeavors.”

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Ms. Rochama is a licensed Behavioral Technician and is currently getting her Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education at UCF. Her goal is to get her Master’s in Applied Behavioral Therapy. She loves working with kids because she loves seeing the growth and development of each child. 

“Creativity is intelligence having fun.”- Albert Einstein

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Ms. Tayah is currently enrolled at Winter Park High School and will be a Class of 2026 graduate. She was also a graduate of Winter Park Day Nursery and always said she wanted to come back and work. Ms. Tayah is very passionate and enjoys working with the children. In her free time, Ms. Tayah enjoys going on walks, spending time with family and friends, and going to the beach. She hopes to further her education working with children in the medical field. 

“Watching the kids learn and develop to their fullest potential while they are at WPDN is really amazing to experience. The feeling of knowing the children feel safe and are loving towards you makes my heart happy.”

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Ms. Ashley grew up in Kissimmee, Florida and realized that she wanted to work with young children in college. She graduated with her Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of Central Florida. Ms. Ashley completed her practicum with Winter Park Day Nursery and made the decision to begin her career here as well. 

“I am excited to be a part of a child’s growth and learning experiences and to make a positive impact every day.”