Betty Jo Goff
Mrs. Goff begins her 6th year at our school and has over 15 years of experience with preschool and kindergarten-age children. She teaches full time with morning and afternoon Pre-K. Betty Jo has a Liberal Arts degree from NOVA and has completed her teaching credential through Association of Christian Schools International. She attends church at Haymarket Baptist where she is the Deaf Ministry Coordinator, teaches an adult Sunday School class and is one of the busiest gals around! She adds her gift of signing to the classroom, as the children learn colors, songs, and prayers, both in sign and in Spanish. Mrs. Goff is married and has two children, and a great big poodle named Harley!
Toni Farthing
Mrs. Toni Farthing spent last year assisting in PreK, but has moved up to be the lead teacher in the MWF afternoon 4's. Toni has a degree in Elementary Education (Preschool -4th grade certification) from George Mason University, and taught first grade for many years. She attends Centreville Baptist Church and is active with various programs there. Toni is also our local Premier Jewelry gal! She is married with three children, and her youngest is a recent graduate of our four-year-old program. She is looking forward to helping children have a wonderful preschool experience, educationally and spiritually at our school.
Mable Hudson
Mrs. Hudson has been teaching at our school for ten years and has her CDA credential. She attends Haymarket Baptist Church and seems to know just about everyone! She is active in all the activities at church and around town! Her special gift is working with our two-year-old classes. Her gentle and loving ways help these little ones adjust to a new place, make new friends and try many new experiences. She has one grown son and her husband's job has allowed her to travel to many parts of the world. She is very patriotic and loves music, especially the classics. Mrs. Hudson also assists and helps in other areas of the school, so even if you don't have a two year old, you are sure to meet her around school!
Danielle Lawler
Mrs. Lawler teaches a morning Pre-K class and she is beginning her fifth year with us. She has two children, both of which are alumni of our school. She has a degree in Nursing, and we often call on her to check over any injuries or sicknesses. It's so nice to have a nurse on staff! She is married and attends church here at Haymarket Baptist. In her free time she enjoys collecting antiques, doing home improvements and spending time with family. Mrs. Lawler is also our Young Rembrandt's Art Instructor for Kindergarten Enrichment classes. Danielle is a sweet and gentle person who will make each child feel loved and welcomed.
Suzanne Mason
Mrs. Suzanne Mason assisted in the 3's last year, and this year she moves up to the Lead position as the Tues/Thurs morning and afternoon 3's teacher. She is a graduate of North Carolina State University and received her teaching certification from Meredith College, is married with three children and has two labradors! Suzanne attends Park Valley Church were she works in the Preschool Curriculum area, and missions. She recently returned from her 2nd mission trip to Guatemala. Suzanne enjoys photography, reading, and golf. She loves children because they are so excited about everything, and eager to learn.
Betty McNeil
Mrs. McNeil has been a teacher here at our school for 14 years. She teaches morning and afternoon Pre-K classes. She has four children who attended our school over the past years, and now are in high school and college! The McNeils have a new lab puppy named Bailey! Mrs. McNeil is an avid Jazzerciser, and enjoys attending her children's sporting events. She graduated from Radford University with a degree in Business and has completed her teaching credential through Association of Christian Schools International. The McNeil's attend church at Haymarket Baptist. Betty has enjoyed having the same classroom assistant for all these years, and they make quite a team. She has a very calm and positive atmosphere in her classroom which makes for a great day for all!
Becky Ream
Mrs. Ream, begins her 4th year with us, as the teacher of the Monday/Wednesday/Friday morning and afternoon three-year-olds. She is a graduate of Radford University with a degree in Journalism, minor in Child Development and has completed her Early Education Teaching Credential with ACSI. Becky is married with two children, both alumni of our school. She also has a dog named Ranger,and a cat. Her favorite things to do include spending time with her family, scrap booking, sports and bunco. Mrs. Ream has been an active parent in our school, as a substitute, an assistant and a classroom helper. She has taught preschool, coached soccer and led Girl Scouts. Becky loves children! She looks forward to their smiles, laughter and their enthusiasm to learn.
Lisa Ritter
Mrs. Ritter returns for her third year, teaching the morning three-day four-year-old class. Lisa is married with two children, both graduates of our program through Kindergarten. She attends Park Valley Church where she teaches Sunday school. Lisa enjoys skiing, snowboarding, reading, and traveling with her family. Mrs. Ritter graduated from the University of Toledo, and also spent a year at the University of Colorado and a year at Marymount. She also does bookkeeping from home. She loves hearing the laughter of children, their unique point of view and seeing them grow in their faith in Christ.
Jill Waskow
Mrs. Jill Waskow returns for her 2nd year, teaching in our Pre-K program in the afternoon. Jill has a BA from Longwood College as a History major/teaching certification, and also a Master's from George Mason University in Education in Curriculum and Instruction. She recently also completed her Early Education Teacher Credential from ACSI. She is married to her college sweetheart and they have two children, one a recent graduate, and one in the 4's program. Jill is active at Gateway Bible Church where she teaches Sunday school for kindergarten through fifth grade, and attends Bible study. Mrs. Waskow enjoys cooking, exercising and spending time with her family. She loves making children feel welcomed and special in her class.
Tricia Wilkens
Mrs. Wilkens begins her fifth year with us, after teaching for seven years in Durham, North Carolina at two Christian preschools. She teaches two classes of three-year-olds and one class of afternoon four-year-olds. Mrs. Wilkens has her teaching credential for Early Childhood from the Association of Christian Schools International. She attends Bethlehem Lutheran Church, where she is active in several capacities, including teaching VBS. Tricia creates a warm and positive classroom, promotes friendship among her students, and loves creative art experiences. Her hugs are well known around the school! She is married, has two sons and a dog named Duke! She loves spending time at the beach and at her son's sporting events.