Meet the Team
Dedicated & Certified
Our experienced team of educators is passionate about early childhood development.
Each member of our staff brings warmth, creativity, and deep knowledge to the classroom.
We also believe in lifelong learning—for ourselves as well as our students.
Our teachers participate in regular professional development and remain
connected to the broader early education community.
Donna Ledogar
5-Day Pre-K/Nursery Teacher
Donna holds a BS in Education,
N-6 from St. Joseph’s College
and a MS in Education from
Long Island University.
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“A master teacher with a focus on all the children’s needs and abilities.”
Rachel Bishop
4-Day Nursery Teacher
Graduated from Southampton College with a BS in Elementary Education.
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"The child whisperer... always providing the children with a joyful and encouraging environment."
Kira Lysogorski
Play Group Teacher
Certified in General and
Special Education B-6 from
St. Joesph’s College.
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“With a creative and innovative mind, Kira brings new and fun
ideas to life.”
Karina Ordonez
5-Day Pre-K/Nursery
Karina has over 20 year's experience with young children and has been volunteering and teaching Spanish at The Children's School for 10 years.
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“Karina's fun and gentle way gives the children a safe and happy atmosphere to learn and grow.”
Tiffany White
4-Day Nursery Teacher's Assistant
Certified in General and
Special Education B-6 from
St. Joesph’s College.
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“Tiffany's sweet and gentle way gives children a reassuring sense
of calm.”
Felicia Burke
Play Group Teacher's Assistant
Assistant Teacher & Art Teacher Attended Palm Beach Junior College.
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“Felicia's skills and organization helps keep the focus on the children and the plan moving forward”
Kim Halsey
4-Day Nursery Teacher's Helper
Kim holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biology.
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“Kim's many talents and interests brings a full dimension to the children’s experience.”
Kathy Bishop
Director
Holds a BA & MS degree in Early Childhood/Elementary Education from Long Island University and a MS in Educational Leadership.
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“Children learn best when they are seen, heard, and encouraged to wonder — that’s what we create at The Children’s School.”