Juli Becker | 4K Am & PM Teacher
Mrs. Becker joined Pumpkin Patch Preschool last year and comes with 27 years of experience in education. She enjoys working with young children because they are so excited to learn and are so joyful!
Mrs. Becker’s hobbies include crafting with tree branches, exploring nature and attending concerts.
Jenny Boettcher | 4K AM & 4K Wrap Teacher
Ms. Jenny is entering her 2nd year at Pumpkin Patch Preschool and has 15+ years of experience with children - between her own children, providing childcare during college, and substitute teaching. She loves the children’s love for learning, their imaginations, energy, playfulness, excitement to be in class and how much they can grow in a year.
Outside of the classroom you can find Ms. Jenny hiking, kayaking and anything on or in the water! Along with spending time with her family and friends, gardening and trying new restaurants!
Karen Anderson | 3K Teacher
Ms. Karen is entering her 7th year working in education and her 2nd year at Pumpkin Patch Preschool. She loves the opportunity to wear many different hats as a teacher. Being able to play with the students, lead and instruct them in activities along with providing them comfort. Children are better able to learn through play if their basic needs are met. It’s important to her to meet their needs so they feel safe and confident to explore in the classroom and learn through play.
Ms. Karen loves everything about the outdoors! She likes to camp, hike, swim and fish with her family; however, her favorite is to spend time in her garden.
Chloe Anderson | 3K Teacher
Ms. Chloe began working in education three years ago when she joined Pumpkin Patch Preschool. Seeing the children’s personalities flourish throughout the school year as they discover themselves as individuals is the most rewarding part of being their teacher.
When Ms. Chloe isn’t in the classroom you can find her collecting plants, knitting, hiking and trying new coffee shops!
Molly Patrinos | 4k Assistant Teacher
Ms. Molly started working in education just over 4 years ago and joined Pumpkin Patch Preschool last year. The best part of working with children is watching them grow as a person, be kind to each other and develop into their independent selves - it is such a joy to experience and to be a part of.
In Ms. Molly’s free time she enjoys visiting state parks, riding her 4-wheeler and dirt bikes along with spending time with family and friends. She loves being outside and checking out everything nature has to offer!
Kyle Streber | 3k Assistant Teacher
Mr. Kyle started at Pumpkin Patch Preschool last year and enjoys working with the students. His favorite part about working in the 3K classroom is seeing their excitement and smiles throughout the day, along with their laughs.
Mr. Kyle’s outside interest include bowling and video games.