Meet Michelle Knipple

She teaches one class of three year-olds, class 3A. Michelle earned her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Early Childhood from Missouri State University. She also has a Master of Arts degree in teaching from Webster University. Michelle is a member of Woodland Hills Community Church in Branson, and is a nursery volunteer there. She also volunteers in the Branson Schools. Michelle is married and has two children. This is Michelle’s second year teaching at First Presbyterian Preschool.

Meet Janet Bolger

Janet is teaching three preschool classes this year, both three and four-year olds, 3C, 4C and 4D. She will also serve in the capacity of Lead Mentor/Teacher. Although Janet has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, she has 13 years of experience teaching at Presbyterian Preschool. She attended San Diego State University. Janet’s husband is a professor at College of the Ozarks, and the minister of Harvest Evangelical Free Church in Branson. They have three sons.

Meet Kristen Arnette

Kristen teaches one class of four year-olds, class 4A. This is her third year at Presbyterian Preschool. Kristen has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Child Development From Harding University and her Masters Degree in Early Childhood Special Education from Arkansas State University. She taught for ten years in early childhood special education in Arkansas and Missouri. Kristen attends Harvest Evangelical Free Church. She is a member of the Junior Auxiliary of Taney County. She serves as a Girl Scout troop leader and volunteers in her children’s classrooms. Kristen’s husband Chip, is the Principal at Branson High School, and they have two children who have both attended this Preschool.

M
eet Jodi Stone

Jodi will teach three preschool classes this year, 3B, 3D, and 4B. This is her third year at the Presbyterian Preschool. Jodi has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education from Missouri State University. She also attended a one-year program in youth and family ministry training. She taught three years in the public school system. Jodi attends Harvest Evangelical Free Church where she serves as Children’s Ministry Coordinator. Jodi’s husband Greg, is employed at Doulos Ministries in Branson. They have been married 16 years and have two sons. Together they enjoy Cardinal games, trips to theme parks and swimming. Jodi enjoys gardening and playing games with her family.

M
eet Cindy Haydon

Cindy is our newest addition to the preschool staff. She will be serving as the Director of the Preschool. Cindy has a Bachelor of Arts in Education from University of Missouri at Kansas City, and a Master of Education from University of North Texas. Cindy is a member of Woodland Hills Community Church in Branson where she serves as a small group leader. Cindy is married and has two daughters and three grandchildren.