The Heart of Our School.
Meet…At Judson, our teachers make all the difference. Each classroom is led by a licensed early childhood educator and supported by trained assistants who bring warmth, creativity, and years of experience to every day.
We know that when children feel safe and loved, they’re ready to learn. That’s why our staff builds close relationships with every child and family — creating a true sense of belonging.
Staff-to-Child Ratio: 1:7
Meet Kelly
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Kelly is our new director. She holds a B.S. in Child and Family Studies and specializes in child-led curriculum and social-emotional development. Kelly often says "when children choose what they are learning about, they will dig deeper and try more new things." Outside of her professional life, Kelly is an avid traveler and reader who enjoys exploring the outdoors and hiking with her family.
Meet Abigail
BLUE ROOM LEAD TEACHER
My name is Abigail and I am the lead teacher in the Blue Room! I have a B.A. in Art and am currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Library Science. I've taught both preschool and kindergarten, and my greatest passion is fostering early literacy and a love of reading in our youngest learners. At the heart of my teaching is the belief that every child deserves to feel seen, valued, and a sense of belonging in the classroom. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy reading, making art, thrifting, going for walks around the lake, and spending time with my partner and our two kitties!
Meet Tara
LEAD GREEN ROOM TEACHER
My name is Tara, and I am the lead teacher in the Green Room! I have a B.A. in Instrumental and Classroom Music, and previously taught middle school band and general music before coming to Judson. Teaching preschool brings me so much joy, and I strive to create a welcoming space where children can play, explore, build friendships, practice social-emotional skills, and feel loved and valued as a part of our classroom. Outside of teaching, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our two sons, who previously attended Judson. I also love speed puzzling, camping, and am getting close to my goal of visiting all of the US National Parks!
Meet Lauren
YELLOW ROOM LEAD TEACHER
My name is Ms. Lauren, and I am the lead teacher in the Yellow Room! I have taught in preschool and kindergarten classrooms since 2007. I was born and raised in Chicago and moved to Minneapolis with my husband in 2013. We have two daughters who also went to Judson! In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, traveling, hiking, and crafting with my family.