Marianne Fox : Bears Co-Teacher

Hi! My name is Marianne Fox. My husband and I recently moved to West Chester from Lexington, KY to be closer to family. My brothers and mother live in the Cincinnati area and our son, daughter-in- law and two grandchildren will live in West Chester soon! We are loving our new home. For 27 years, I taught Special Education in Kentucky. Upon retirement, I quickly discovered that my passion was to still work with children. I then worked in a preschool in Lexington and enjoyed going to work every day! I was very fortunate to be able to continue that passion at Lord of Life. I love co- teaching the Bears with Ms. Kate. I have been teaching at LOLCP for 6 years now.

Kate Szczcap : Bears Co-Teacher

I am so excited to be in my 6th year here at LOLCP!  Over the past three years I have served in both the Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher roles. Before teaching preschool, I spent many years working with my 3 daughters (ages 18, 16, and 11) in their various school activities, scouts, church groups, etc. Before that, I was a scientist for a large pharmaceutical company. My husband and I are from Chicago originally, but have called West Chester home for the last 16 years. I look forward to getting to know all the Bears families this year! (PS. My last name is pronounced "Shop" - crazy, I know!).

Traci Fisher : Penguins Lead Teacher

I am so excited to be returning to the LOLCP family this year!  I have been busy planning a fantastic year of learning and fun as Lead Teacher in the Busy Bees classes!  My husband, Todd, and I have lived in West Chester for 21 years.  I am a proud Mother to Tyler, age 14 and Kelly, age 11.  I have a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Ohio State, and my entire family rallies as Buckeye fans!  My true love has been raising my children!  I have embraced every opportunity to serve as Room Mom in their classes, Den Leader in their Cub Scouts, and Parent Volunteer helping with classroom academics.  I have worked with preschoolers for the past 9 years, and I absolutely love teaching, helping children explore, and watching their confidence grow the more they succeed!  Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your child's growth!

Stacy Middendorf: Penguins Assistant Teacher

Bio coming soon.

Leslie Yeary: Monkeys Lead Teacher

Stephanie Baur: Lions and Tigers Teacher

I am a former Elementary Education teacher but resigned to raise and share my talents with my children. I have been at home laughing, teaching and learning with my children for the past 11 years. This time at home will always be treasured chapter in my life, but with my youngest in kindergarten, it has come to an end. I am so excited to be back in the classroom and work with these young learners. Although this is my first year teaching at LOLCP, my children have been a part of the LOLCP community for the past 6 years. I live with my talent husband, 3 beautiful children , a dog named Porter, and various other pets. That's just a little bit about me and I can't wait to learn about you. I feel so honored to be part of this fun-filled community.

Teresa Anderson : Cheetahs & Zebras Lead Teacher

My name is Teresa Anderson and I have been teaching at LOLCP for 10 years. I love teaching the pre-k class. I love preparing them for kindergarten. I received my Bachelor’s Degree in elementary eduction from Bowling Green State University and my Child Development Associate from University of Cincinnati.  Before I began teaching at LOLCP, I was a stay at home mom to my three children. I have been married to my husband Dave for 27 years. Our daughter, Rachel is 26 years old and is a pharmacist. Our son, Tyler is 24 years old and is married and works as a chef. Our son, Braden is 17 years old and is a senior in high school. 

Before I was a stay at home mom, I worked in 2 different preschools. I taught in a head start program in downtown Cincinnati and then taught an after school program for preschool and kindergarten at Seven Hills School.  During my time at home, I took a job at my home church and was the Sunday School Director

Kara Feist : Cheetahs & Zebras Assistant Teacher

This will be my sixth year here at LOLCP.  I will be assisting Teresa in the Cheetahs & Zebras class.  I am married with five children, ages seventeen to twenty-four.  I have lived in West Chester since I was five years old and graduated from Lakota High School.  Over the years, I have taught Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and Sunday school.  I love working with kids.  I worked at Scholastic Book Fairs for six years and yes, I love to read! My family also enjoys camping and boating.  I look forward to working with the Pre-K class and getting them ready for Kindergarten.