Our Story
Hundred Acre Woods began after the birth of our first child Nicholas in 1994. I wanted to stay at home and be a mom, because of my love for children but our finances did not allow for that to happen. So, we decided that I would open a daycare in our home. We added one more child to our family, Lauren in 1996 and our family was complete and our home daycare was growing, so we decided to look for a spot to open a childcare center. We opened our childcare center in August of 2000 renting a building. We outgrew that building quickly and in March of 2003 we purchased a building that needed a lot of renovations and had it ready to open the doors in August of 2003. Since then we have grown and added a 7,500 square foot addition. During the past 29 years my love for the children's lives we have changed and the amazing families we have met could not be more rewarding.
Our Team
Ms. Marcia has been with us for over 22 years. She spent her first couple years in the Newborn Room and then transitioned to being the Lead teacher in the Preschool Room. Ms. Marcia has been married for 38 years, has 2 daughters, 4 grandchildren, and 3 cats.
Fav Quote: "May your coffee be strong and your Monday be short."
Ms. Paige has worked at Hundred Acre Woods for over 8 years and is the Lead teacher of the Baby 1 room. She has education in Early Childhood Development and a love & passion to care for children. Ms. Paige is married with 3 children & 2 grandchildren and in her free time she enjoys spending her time with friends and family.
Fav Quote: ""Do what makes you happy."
Ms. Alyssa has worked at Hundred Acre Woods for over 12 years and is the Lead teacher in the School Age Room. She has 20 years of childcare experience and enjoys working with kids, being with her family, bowling, playing darts, and hanging out with friends.
Fav Quote: "You don't scare me, I successfully negotiate with toddlers for a living!"
Ms. McKensey has over 10 years of childcare experience and has a great passion to care for kids. Ms. Mckensey loves animals and her spirit animal would probably be the energizer bunny. Her favorite holiday is Halloween and has over 10 favorite colors.
Fav Quote: "Worrying does not take away tomorrow's troubles.
It takes away today's peace."
Ms. Willow is the Lead teacher in the Baby 2 Room and has worked with children for over 8 years and spent a year doing social work before her daughter was born.
She has a double major in Family Studies and Early Childhood Development. In Ms. Willow spare time, she enjoys being outdoors, going on adventures or trips with friends & family, and doing crafts with her daughter.
Fav Quote: "You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference. You just have to decide what kind of difference you want to make."
Ms. Ashley has an associate in Child Development and an bachelors in Early Childhood Development and has 12 years of experience in Childcare. Ms. Ashley is married with 2 children and enjoys camping and doing arts and crafts together.
Fav Quote: "What's meant to be will always find a way."
Ms. Diana has managed small & large businesses in the Food & Beverage industry for over 41 years. She has educa
tion in Food & Beverage Management and is Servsafe + Servsafe Allergens certified. She is a mom, wife, and grandmother that enjoys spending her free time with her animals and being outdoors.
Fav Quote: "Love the life you live."
Ms. Eve
Ms. Anna has an associates degree in Child Development and has been the AM/PM Assistant Preschool Teacher for 5 years. Ms. Anna has a love for animals (horses/dogs) and is married with a 5 year old son.
Fav Quote: "You don't just teach. You Inspire."
Ms. Trisha has 6 years of Childcare experience and a 2 year old son. Ms. Trisha enjoys being outside, helping others, and spending time with her family & friends.
Fav Quote: "Tough enough to be a daycare provider. Crazy enough to love it."
Ms. Jordan is currently going to college to earn a bachelors degree in Elementary Education and has been working at Hundred Acre Woods for over 2 years. Ms. Jordan enjoys spending time with her family and friends and has always had a passion to care for children.
Fav Quote: "If you can dream it, you can do it."
Ms. Karleigh is a senior at Freeland High School will be attending college in the Fall. She has 2 sisters, 2 dogs, and loves summer and traveling. In her free time she enjoys watching movies, listening to music, and spending time with family.
Fav Quote: ""If you're happy doing what you're doing, nobody can tell you you're not successful."
Ms. Laci is a senior at Hemlock High School. Ms. Laci enjoys spending her free time reading and playing tennis.
Fav Quote: "No rain, No flowers."
Ms. Emma will be graduating from GLBEC in 2023 and is currently attending college to become a teacher. Ms. Emma enjoys running and ran track & cross country all 4 years of high school. She is also a huge fan of music, especially live music.
Fav Quote: "Be a lover. Choose love. Give love."
Ms. Rachel is a senior at Freeland High School and attended HAW as a kid and now has been working at Hundred Acre Woods for almost 2 years now. Ms. Rachel plans to attend college and become a teacher. She enjoys traveling, spending time with friends & family, and shopping.
Fav Quote: "Everything happens for a reason."
Ms. Megan R. is currently going to college for Pediatric Occupational Therapy and has been working at Hundred Acre Woods for 2 years. Ms. Megan loves being around kids and enjoys spending time with family, traveling, and wake surfing.
Fav Quote: "Is it nap time?"
Ms. Mackenzie
Ms. Tiffany
Ms. Bailey
Ms. Tammy
Ms. Liz
Ms. Carrie has a business degree, is a certified Medical Assistant, and has CNA classes in Child Development. Ms. Carrie has 3 years of childcare experience, is a Nana to 8 grandkids, and in her free time she enjoys camping.
Fav Quote: "Never say Never."
Ms. Lillie
Ms. Tara
Mr. Doug has been a volunteer at Hundred Acre Woods for over 10 years. We are very lucky to have him and the kids always look forward to seeing Mr. Doug weekly.
Ms. Ava
Ms. Mia
Ms. Skye
Ms. Sam
Ms. Michaela
Mr. Riley
Ms. Lily
Ms. Katelyn
Ms. Mckenna
Mr. Trey
Ms. Mikhala
Ms. Kasey
Ms. Avalon
Ms. Bella
Ms. Breanna
Ms. Grace
Ms. Natalie
Ms. Lauren has a double major in Business Management and Sport Management. Ms. Lauren enjoys spending her free time with her family & friends, playing sports, being outdoors, and playing catch with her dog.
Ms. Riley
Ms. Shea
Ms. Avery
Ms. Kaitlyn