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Cheryl earned a bachelor's degree in communication arts from Eastern Nazarene College and transitioned from a fulfilling PR career to focus on her family. While in Ireland, she obtained her Primary Diploma in Montessori from St. Nicholas Montessori College in Limerick.
With 23 years of experience in Montessori education, Cheryl has worked in both private and public schools, including Old Schoolhouse Montessori in Limerick, Hill View Montessori Public Charter School (HVM), Keystone Montessori, Andover School of Montessori, and My Montessori of Sudbury.
Cheryl enjoys family time with her husband Derek of 34 years and their rescue dogs. She loves reading, volunteering to support literacy, and fostering Bulldogs through Long Island Bulldog Rescue. Cheryl is especially proud of her children, Ciára and Colin, whose Montessori education fuels her passion for its principles.
Cheryl McMahon
Nehara Pieris Rajapakse, an experienced educator born and raised in Sri Lanka, has a strong background in early childhood education. She holds a Diploma in Montessori and Primary Education from the Royal Institute Colombo, Sri Lanka, and attended AMI Primary training from the Montessori Training Center Northeast.
As a dedicated mother of two young girls, Nehara is deeply passionate about early childhood education. She loves being around children and is committed to helping them build strong foundations for their future by sharing her extensive knowledge and experience. In her leisure time, Nehara enjoys dancing, singing, and cherishing moments with her family.
NEHARA RAJAPAKSE
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Stacey Peasley- Music Instructor: Stacey has performed before audiences and been a professional singer for over fifteen years. Lately her audiences are a bit shorter but no less enthusiastic. A teacher for twenty years and a proud winner of a Parents’ Choice Award, Creative Child Magazine Award, and Nickelodeon Parent’s Connect Award! Stacey is thrilled to combine her love of children and music into a lively act that engages kids and creates memorable and fun sing-along songs. Please click on this link to go to one of Stacey’s upcoming shows: www.staceypeasley.com
stacey peasley
Francesca Folcarelli- Yoga Instructor: has spent eight years as an Early Childhood Educator, working with various age groups. Her journey led her to discover a deep passion for yoga, which inspired her to take a break from teaching to immerse herself in the practice. After completing over 1,400 hours of yoga training and teaching part-time for several years, Francesca combined her two passions. Now, as a full-time yoga instructor and owner of Franayama Yoga, she travels to different schools, bringing the benefits of movement, breathwork, and mindfulness to students of all ages.