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PRESCHOOL

We believe in the development of the whole child, and the preschool curriculum (beginning with our youngest learners) is designed to bring out the full potential of each of our students.

Our early childhood education teachers create a supportive, stimulating and fun environment that allows our youngest students to grow into confident and independent individuals and develop a lifelong love of learning. Because our preschool classes are small and personal, children can explore their unique skills and talents, while developing new friendships and new confidence. We help your child build a wide range of skills for success, from learning to interact with peers to acquiring the foundations for scholastic success.

Programs for 3 and 4-Year-Olds

For three-year-olds, students have Bible instruction and memorization; fine arts enrichment through music and art; regular show-and-tell; mastery of colors, shapes, days of the week, and months of the year. There is an emphasis on socialization and the concept of sharing. 

For four-year-olds, the students will have Bible instruction and memorization; an introduction to phonics and number concepts; manuscript writing; and fine arts enrichment through music, art, and poetry. There is an emphasis on socialization and the concept of sharing. 

Early Childhood Principal 

Annette Simmons

Annette Simmons is excited to be the Early Childhood Principal.  She graduated from UNC-Greensboro with a Bachelor’s degree in Education.  Mrs. Simmons is bringing her 32 years of experience and skill as a Gaston Christian Kindergarten teacher to the leadership team.  It brings Mrs. Simmons much joy to lead her staff in continuing to support the GCS families with outstanding Christian education.  Mrs. Simmons and her husband have two children who graduated from GCS, as well as two grandchildren currently enrolled. 

Early Childhood School Directory
Staff Member Department Email Address
Altman, Bobbie Teacher's Aid [email protected]
Bergan, Kristen Elementary Counselor (K-5th) [email protected]
Chapman, Amanda Pre-K Teacher [email protected]
Christenbury, Taylor Teacher's Aid [email protected]
Collins, Ricky Director of Community Engagement [email protected]
Cook, Dr. Tina Director of Cognitive Enrichment [email protected]
Deaton, Lesley PE Teacher (K-5th) [email protected]
Eshaghi, Andrea Educational Therapist (K-12th) [email protected]
Gale, Beverly Preschool 3 Teacher [email protected]
Garrity, Katie Preschool 3 Teacher [email protected]
Gordon, Tammy Librarian (K-5th) [email protected]
Griffin, Katie Cognitive Enrichment Teacher (K-5th) [email protected]
Hardin, Jackie Kindergarten Teacher [email protected]
Kettelhut, Lori Preschool 3 Teacher Assistant [email protected]
Kimak, Jennifer Preschool 3 Teacher Assistant [email protected]
Lambert, Holly Art Teacher (K-5th) [email protected]
Langley, Jessica Pre-K Teacher [email protected]
Lowrimore, Ana Early Childhood Secretary [email protected]
Macaulay, Celestine Pre-K Teacher [email protected]
Marks, Alicia Kindergarten Teacher [email protected]
McGinnis, Ashley Kindergarten Teacher [email protected]
McLemore, Emily Preschool 3 Teacher Assistant [email protected]
Moore, Mark Christian Life Director (PK3-12th) [email protected]
Nance, Nikkie STEAM Teacher (K-5th) [email protected]
Patterson, Kimberly Kindergarten Teacher [email protected]
Patton, Maureen Preschool 3 Teacher [email protected]
Peach, Vicki Pre-K Teacher [email protected]
Rushing, Tameron EC/ES Nurse [email protected]
Simmons, Annette Early Childhood Principal [email protected]
Switzer, Morgan Music Teacher (K-5th) [email protected]
Tugwell, Sara School Nurse [email protected]
Wilson, Sharonda Computer Teacher (K-5th) [email protected]

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