Preschool

Each teacher and aide participates in additional professional training annually including CPR, blood borne pathogens and  State safety regulations.  Teachers and aides also complete at least 20 hours of additional training ensuring that staff stay up to date on educational practices and provide the highest quality learning to families in the program. 

We are Paths to Quality Level 3, Unlicensed Registered Ministry, which accepts Child Care Development Funds (CCDF) and On My Way Pre-K (OMWPK) State funds. To apply, please visit https://earlyedconnect.fssa.in.gov/onlineApp/home
Scholarships are also available for qualifying families, but you must apply for assistance prior to completing a Scholarship application.

We operate Weekly from August - May.

AM Classes - 8:30AM - 12:00PM

• Toddler "Seedlings" class (2 1/2 & 3 yrs old) T/W/Th
• Young Preschool "Sprouts" class (3 & 4 yrs old) T/W/Th
• PreK "Saplings" class (4 & 5 yrs old) M/T/W/Th

Extend Day Class - 8:30AM - 4:00PM 

• Young Preschool "Sprouts" (3 & 4 yrs old - potty training preferred, previous full-day child care experience and director approval required) M/T/W/Th
• PreK "Saplings" class (4 & 5 yrs old) M/T/W/Th

Preschool Office Manager

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Godly Play Storyteller

Amanda grew up in Muncie, Indiana and believes that early childhood education is the foundation to learning. She received Bachelors degree with a minor in Special Education from Ball State University.  When she is not working on school assignments, she enjoys playing games and watching TV with her fiance', Brian. We are very fortunate to have Miss Amanda here at our preschool this year!

Lead Teacher

Darlene grew up in Saginaw MI with a brother and a sister. She is married to Bob (who is her best friend) and has two grown sons and a daughter.  Darlene loves doting on her 5 great-grandchildren and has an extended family that includes many long-time friends, work, and church family! Once you are in Darlene’s circle, you become like family to her! Darlene enjoys spending time with family and watching the Indianapolis Colts and Kansas City Chief football teams. She is our Godly Play teacher and enjoys the hugs from children and watching them wonder about God’s truth. Darlene loves God’s creation and enjoys hunting and arranging flowers. We are so fortunate to have Darlene on the preschool team at Mt. Olive UMC Preschool! 

Library

Elaine joined our school as the librarian in 2022 and since joining her and her husband have helped to create a brand new story time area that the children have loved.  She has brought so much passion for developing literacy in our children.

Lead Teacher

Licensed elementary teacher and loving  mom and wife! A bilingual  speaker, fluent in Spanish and English. Has mad crafting skills and loves to decorate her home with children's art!

Lead Teacher

Missy grew up in Hartford City and has a degree in Environmental Science and Sustainability.  She and her husband, Kelly, have known each other since they were young children and once had a pretend wedding when they were kids! Today, they have three daughters, who happen to be her favorite people! Missy loves being outside in nature. Some of her favorite things are taking walks in the woods and scavenger hunts. Before working at the preschool, she was a Girl Scout Leader, hardware store manager, and is “Stihl Certified” (meaning she can put together all kinds of Stihl equipment).  Missy thinks the best part of working with our preschool children is singing songs and crafting together. Mt. Olive is very fortunate to have Missy working with kids Mt. Olive!

Class Aide

Kathy started out at Mt. Olive as a nana and transitioned into teaching as an aide in 2022. Her passion for children and high energy approach to teaching is a huge asset to Mt. Olive. 

Lead Teacher

Katie grew up in Marion IN and went to Oak Hill High School and Heartland Career Center where she studied machining before graduating. She was super excited to get Hal Conode’s last super comp-dragster allowing her to spend weekends at the races. Katie has always enjoyed learning new things and loves watching kids learn and grow. It is her hope to race at the Zmax dragway in Charlotte, NC someday with her dragster! We are thankful she is also on Mt. Olive Preschool team to lend a hand this year!

Lead Teacher

Carrie grew up in Converse, IN and attended OHUSC high school and received a Bachelors of Science from Indiana Wesleyan University.  She and her son live with her parents who embrace the love of the silliness and shenanigans. Between the tomfoolery and fun, Carrie enjoys reading, watching Anime & Manga movies with her family. She is a gardener and raises herbs, as well as, crafting stained glass sun catchers and windows in her free time. Carrie enjoys watching young learners grow in confidence and shares the children’s excitement in learning new skills. We are so fortunate to have a fun-loving person like Carrie on the preschool team sharing her talents with us!