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Hi, my name is Stacy Roach, and I am excited to get to know each of our Sprouts families. I have lived in Texas most of my life. I graduated with a BS degree in Biology and Chemistry as my minor from Texas State University, Eat’em Up Cats! I married my husband, Nathan, in 2003, and we have two amazing kids, each a huge blessing. Since I was 11, I have always loved babysitting and teaching kids during school breaks. Sprouts has given me the opportunity of a lifetime by having the stay-at-home mom hours of kids in school but also being a part of a Jesus-loving Community and helping others learn more about how much He loves us. It is a WIN-WIN! I have worked at Sprouts since it opened in 2008, starting as a three-year-old teacher, and that’s when I fell in love with preschoolers and started grasping how much their little minds are developing in these 1-5 years of age. In 2010 I took over the role of Assistant Director and a 3’s teacher. Then in 2013, I was honored to take the position of Director of Sprouts Preschool. I believe this job is super important because, at this age, kids are ready to take in all they can see and hear, and they can take in all of God’s creation. My day is made when I see a child light up because they have learned or achieved something new, and their confidence has been built up. We, without a doubt, have been blessed by every family that has come through Sprouts and are so excited for this upcoming school year.
I was born and raised in the great state of Texas. I married my husband (a native Texan) in 2008, and together we have 2 amazingly fun and beautiful children. I grew up and married into a large family, and more than anything, I love spending quality time with my friends and family. Whether that be hiking, swimming, playing baseball, fishing, playing games, making up silly songs; I find every activity more enjoyable alongside a loved one. I am passionate about food (especially good quality), and in 2020 I received my certification as a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (FNTP). I believe God designed our physical bodies with absolute brilliance, and I have seen firsthand how quality food can impact one’s life.
I have worked at Sprouts since 2018 and have been significantly impacted by the Sprouts community. I’ve been honored to serve the Sprouts community for several years, and I look forward to continuing to do so for many years to come. The Sprouts staff looks forward to welcoming you and your family into this beautiful community. I am confident your “lil’ sprout” will grow and thrive here.
I have worked at Sprouts since 2018 and have been significantly impacted by the Sprouts community. I’ve been honored to serve the Sprouts community for several years, and I look forward to continuing to do so for many years to come. The Sprouts staff looks forward to welcoming you and your family into this beautiful community. I am confident your “lil’ sprout” will grow and thrive here.
My name is Sheryl King and I teach the Friendly Frogs preschool class. I was born and raised in Hurst, and have been a member of First Baptist since 1982. I am a graduate of Richland High School; I have a BA in English and a Masters of Education from UTA.
I taught 8th grade English for 9 years in Everman, Texas. After my son was born, I was a stay at home mom. When we began Sprouts I signed up, and have been here since the beginning!
I live in North Richland Hills with my husband James and my son Andrew.
I am so excited about the new year at Sprouts and in teaching your kiddo. I think it's going to be a great year of fun and learning new things.
Hi there! My name is Allison, and I'm so excited to be teaching 3's again for my 3rd year! I absolutely love teaching this age, particularly the social development aspect that we as teachers get to help foster in each child. My husband and I have been married for 12 years, and we have two incredible boys. I hold Bachelors and Masters degrees in Nutrition and Dietetics, and worked in the field for 6 years. After having my boys, I felt called to be a stay at home mom, at least for a season. I'm passionate about raising up children (my own and yours) who know God's love for them. Both of my boys came up through Sprouts with my youngest having graduated this past Spring. The way Sprouts came alongside me and my husband in instilling a love for the Lord in their hearts has been invaluable. When I'm not at Sprouts, you might find me at my church, at a kid's sporting event, in our home gym, or in my kitchen. I'm a homebody at heart and strive to make it a place my family and friends love to be. I'm so grateful for the opportunity to get to know your child and help them learn and grow.
My name is Sami Carter, and I’m a 4/5’s teacher at both the Norwood and River Trails Sprouts locations.
My husband, Jeffrey, and I have been married since 2017. I’m a mom of 2, and have 2 cute pups who wait for us at home every afternoon.
I’ve been a part of Sprouts Preschool since 2015, teaching all ages, and getting to experience the different classes and teaching styles for each age.
Being a part of the Sprouts community has played a huge part in my life, I started before having kids, and both my kids are Sprouts Preschool graduates.
There are so many great things about our school, I cannot wait to get to help be such a positive part of your child’s last year of Sprouts!
Hi, My name is Bethany Swift and I teach the Two’s Marvelous Monkeys! Class at both campuses here at Sprouts. This is my 5th year teaching, and every year I am so excited and eager for the opportunity to serve, love on your precious kiddos, and show them Jesus each and every day through learning and play.
A little about me…I enjoy doing DIY home projects, lifting weights at the gym, and being outside in nature. I love my houseplants and all things dessert and chocolate. I love to go on walks with my family and spend time relaxing in our backyard. I also love to do puzzles.
I was born and raised in Hurst, TX and my husband and I moved back here in 2014 when we got married, after graduating from UNT in Denton. We have two daughters, Amelia (7 years old) and Novalee (2 years old). Seeing first hand how impactful the teachers and Sprouts program was for my oldest daughter is what led me to pursue being a teacher here myself.
I strongly believe that young children are capable of such great things, and that investing in their education/social development, as well as in their emotional and spiritual growth, is so important in their first few years of life. Watching their little imaginations grow and seeing a child be proud of themselves when they learn a new skill is one of the most rewarding things to be a part of!
Hi! My name is Danyele Priest and I am so excited to get to start another year here at Sprouts. It’s an honor to work with your littles and help them grow and learn more about Jesus.
A little bit about me, I grew up right here in HEB and graduated from Trinity High school in 2020. I got married in 2022 and we have one sweet little boy, Malachi, who is also a little Sprout. When I’m not at Sprouts I love to spend time with my family and friends, workout at the gym, and serve at my church.
A little bit about me, I grew up right here in HEB and graduated from Trinity High school in 2020. I got married in 2022 and we have one sweet little boy, Malachi, who is also a little Sprout. When I’m not at Sprouts I love to spend time with my family and friends, workout at the gym, and serve at my church.
Teaching/Working with children has always been a passion of mine and I am so excited to fulfill that desire God set in my heart and use it at such an amazing preschool. Thank you for trusting me with your little one and I can’t wait to make it a great year!
Hi my name is Amy Jayasuriya and this is my 13th year at Sprouts Preschool! I was born in a small town in Ohio but moved to London, England when I was 18. It was here that I met my husband and received my Bachelor's Degree in International Hospitality and Tourism Management from Bournemouth University.
My husband Johannes and I have two daughters, Juliana (15) and Victoria (14). When I am not teaching I love to travel, read, drink iced coffee, try new foods, take walks, and play with our dog Finley.
There are so many reasons I love working at a preschool. I love connecting with kids on their level and watching them absorb all they are learning. I love helping them see how capable they are to do new things and I love their humor! Most of all I love sharing with them how loved they are by Jesus and how even when they are young they can show His love to others by how they treat them.
Hello! My name is Kristy Pierce, and I am so excited to begin my second year teaching at Sprout's Preschool! I was born and raised in Hurst and graduated from L.D. Bell High School in 2008. Before joining the Sprout's family, I spent five years managing a dog daycare and boarding facility. While I loved working with animals, God had a different plan for me, and I'm so thankful He led me to Sprout's.
I am a proud mom to three wonderful kids: Jordyn (12), Kayden (11), and Kenzie (2). Our home is always full of life with five dogs—Bane, Chi-Chi, Hattie, Yo-Yo, and Cowboy—and one cat named Vader. Even with a full house, I still dream of moving to the country one day where we can have even more animals, especially Highland cows!
Outside of teaching, you'll usually find me cheering on my kids at flag football games, taking Jordyn to tap class, attending life group at church, or making memories with my family. When I have a little time to myself, I love reading, grabbing a good cup of coffee, trying new restaurants, and working out.
After having Kenzie, I knew it was time for a change of pace and wanted a job that would allow me to spend more time with her, while also allowing me to be active with my older kids school. Looking back, I can truly see God's hand in that decision. Sprout's Preschool has brought some of the most incredible, Godly women into my life. Watching them love on God's children and pour their hearts into helping them learn and grow has inspired me to become a better teacher, mother, and follower of Christ.
One of my favorite parts of teaching is building relationships with each child and watching their confidence grow throughout the year. It is such a blessing to teach not only letters, numbers, and other foundational skills, but also to share with them how deeply Jesus loves them. I feel so thankful to be part of these precious early years in your child's life.
I can't wait for another amazing year at Sprout's Preschool and look forward to getting to know each of your families!
Hi, I'm Tracey Sartor and I’m so excited to be part of the Sprouts Preschool family! I'll be teaching the 4's at both campuses. I live in Hurst and attend Grace Community Fellowship Hurst. I have been married to my wonderful husband for nearly 30 years and we have three beautiful daughters and one sweet granddaughter who fills our hearts with joy.
I'm a Veteran and proudly served in the U.S. Air Force. My experience taught me the value of team work, service before self, hard work and dedication.
I'm excited to serve the families in our community. I've been working with children of all ages for over 35 years. I’m passionate about helping young children grow through hands-on learning, creative play, and strong biblical values. It’s a blessing to teach children during these important early years and partner with families as they grow in grace, confidence, and love.
In my free time, I enjoy reading, spending time outdoors, especially at the beach and making special memories with my family. I love nature and admiring God's beautiful creation.
My name is Bunni, and I’m excited to be entering into my second year at Sprouts with the Happy Hedgehogs! I’m originally from the beautiful island of Bermuda, but met my (now) husband in college and officially moved to Texas 11 years ago. We have two beautiful children, Averie and Levi, who are equal parts hilarious and sweet!
Our family absolutely LOVES music! My husband currently serves as the worship pastor at our church where I often get to serve alongside him. If I’m not singing, you’ll find me crocheting, reading, or diving into a fun (and probably unnecessary) DIY project.
Most importantly, I love the Lord and am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to teach in such a sweet environment! An environment that will prayerfully encourage your children to grow in their love for Him, too.
My name is Kristie Goodman and I have been sharing my love of music with preschoolers since 2000. I had the great pleasure of joining Sprouts Preschool in 2008, its second year of operation, and I have never wanted to go anywhere else! I also teach private music lessons in the afternoons. I taught voice and piano lessons as well as theater classes at Lifesong Studio in Grapevine for 18 years. I loved being the music director for over 40 shows put on by LifeStage Productions! When Lifesong closed in 2024, God was faithful to show me to a new location to continue teaching private lessons under my own studio name, Kristie Goodman Music.
I grew up in Amarillo, where I was a member of West Amarillo Christian Church until I moved to the metroplex in 1991. I have a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from West Texas A&M University and obtained an All-Level teaching certificate in 1990. While in college I thoroughly enjoyed spending my summers performing in the musical drama TEXAS in Palo Duro Canyon.
My own three children are all adults now, and I couldn’t be more proud of the hard working and compassionate humans they have become! From May to October, whenever I’m not teaching you can find me out on Grapevine Lake on my paddle board!
Hello! My name is Natalie Kown and I am one of your Lovable Lion teachers at the Trails! I was born and raised in the HEB area, and moved back to Hurst with my husband Alex, who I met at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. We have been blessed with two little boys who you will also see running around at Sprouts!
I enjoy spending time outdoors, boating at the lake with my family, fishing, and hiking. In my free time I enjoy reading, being a part of bible studies, a good coffee catch up, and having play dates with my friends and their kiddos! I truly enjoy just simply being a mom. My boys are my world, and I have a strong passion for kids and walking along other mothers in motherhood. It truly takes a village. On weekend nights, you can find me as a labor and delivery nurse, helping bring God’s beautiful little miracles into the world.
Seeing the way that Sprouts has influenced my own sons, I felt called to dive deeper in this wonderful community as a teacher. This is my first year! I am beyond excited to teach your little ones. I truly love watching little kids learn to love and know Jesus. We can learn a lot from their childlike faith! I also believe that investing in a young child's education and social development, as well as helping them to regulate their emotions and guiding them spiritually is such huge foundational work to help them succeed later in life. I’m a true believer in learning through imaginative play and that children are capable of such amazing things!
Hi, my name is Aarin “Rin” Nelson! I’ve been married to my husband, Aaron, since 2019, and we have a sweet son named Shepherd who was born in 2022. Aaron serves as the Student Minister at City on a Hill Church, and I love serving alongside him by volunteering with our youth on Sundays and Wednesdays. I’m passionate about helping little ones learn and grow, and I feel blessed to be part of the Sprouts Preschool team. Outside of church, I enjoy spending time outdoors—camping, walking, fishing, gardening, and caring for our backyard chickens!
Hi there! I’m Manni Cline, and this is my second year teaching the toddlers in the Wiggle Worms Class!
A little about me: I met my husband in 2012, and shortly after, I had the privilege of becoming not only a wife but also a stepmom to our incredible son Brayden, who is now 17 and a senior at Birdville HS. In 2021, we welcomed our beautiful daughter Madison, who has perfectly completed our little family. I initially fell in love with Sprouts when we enrolled our own daughter two years ago, and she absolutely thrived! I was very impressed with what she was learning but mostly with how the school keeps Christ at the center of every lesson. Experiencing Sprouts as a parent is what led me to pursue a teaching position here last year, and it has truly been the best job I have ever had! I love coming to work everyday and watching these kids learn and grow, and being a part of the Sprouts community has become one of the sweetest parts of my life.
A few other things about me: I’m passionate about healthy food and living a low-tox lifestyle so we can feel our best every day! I love history, reading, and digging deep into theology and the Bible. I’m also an amateur gardener, and an (almost) pro sourdough baker. I love spending time with my family and friends. Community is very important to me.
My favorite quote is: “Preach the gospel at all times, and when necessary, use words.” I do my best to live this out everyday, and I can’t wait to share the gospel with your little ones by showing them the love of Jesus!
Hey Y’all! My name is Bianca DiChiara. I am over the moon about being a part of the Sprouts community, especially a 3’s teacher at the Trails!
I am a Texas native, born and raised in Burleson/Fort Worth. In 2009, I moved to the Mid-Cities area; soon after, met & married my high school sweetheart, Giovanni. We have been incredibly blessed with 6 beautiful young ladies & most recently with our little prince charming!
In 2010, I felt called & was given the amazing opportunity to be a stay-at-home mom. A few of my favorite things are reading, traveling, deep dive bible studies & cultivating friendships over tea, coffee & good food! In my free time, I take delight in all things outdoors such as gardening, playing sports or simply enjoying nature in God’s creation (which are almost always incorporated into my lessons).
I am passionate about promoting a love for learning which will hopefully inspire the curiosity of preschoolers. I am confident that a supportive & inclusive classroom will be provided where every child feels safe, valued & empowered to explore.
I strongly believe that if we train up a child in the way they should go, when they are old, they will not depart from it. It is my joy and honor to teach your children with mercy & grace in all that I learn so that I can equip & develop them into kingdom leaders. As we imitate Jesus, these littles ones will watch and imitate us. Let’s partner together and build strong relationships with one another to raise God fearing disciples this year!
Hi! My name is Tricia Gilchrist, and I get to be the Wiggle Worms teacher at the Norwood Campus this year! This is my first year teaching at Sprouts, but I have had the privilege of watching four of my five kids go through the preschool (and our fifth will start this year!), and I just love it. The people, the learning, and the gospel being preached in so many different ways—it is such a precious school, and I am so excited to be a part of it!
I absolutely love the toddler stage and the way they learn through play, curiosity, movement, and relationships. I want our classroom to be a place where each child feels safe, known, loved, and excited to come each day! I am so eager to spend this year loving on these precious kids, helping them learn and grow, and praying for them as they begin discovering more about the world God made and the people He created them to be.
When I’m not at Sprouts, I am usually at a game or practice cheering on my husband or my kids. My husband coaches football at L.D. Bell High School, and each of our kids plays multiple sports in the area! Ellie (14) plays tennis and soccer for Bell. Mollie (13) plays all the sports Bedford Junior High has to offer. Beau (11) and Riggy (7) go to Bedford Heights Elementary, and they both play select baseball and football! Scottie (2) is starting her first year at the best preschool around! We are very busy and very blessed, and we love it!
I was born and raised in Hurst, and my husband and I are both graduates of L.D. Bell. We met in junior high and got married after college. I attended the University of Texas at Arlington before we moved to California when my husband joined the Marine Corps. We moved back to Texas when he got out because we knew we wanted to raise our kids where we grew up. We love this area, this community, and the opportunity to now pour into the next generation here!
