Teachers Elizabeth, Amanda & Amy

 

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  Elizabeth DeForest
   Group I
Teacher Elizabeth holds a BA in history from U.C. Santa Cruz and a M.S. in Child Development and Early Childhood Education from Wheelock College. Her teaching interests include play theory, early literacy, reflective teaching and social justice awareness. She has taught preschool for over thirty years and became the KCP Group I teacher in 2024.

She has lived in Kirkland since 1993, raising two boys with her late husband, Michael. She remains fascinated by how children learn through play and is committed to supporting all families.

When talking about the cooperative preschool model, Elizabeth said “It’s a great way to form a community really early on in your child’s life and receive a lot of support from the teachers.”

    

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Amanda Fletcher
Group II
Teacher Amanda has a BA in Education from Central Washington University and a minor in Early Childhood Education with an emphasis in Special Education. She has a MA in Literacy from City University. She has a current teaching certificate and her work experience includes 20+ years in the Lake Washington School District teaching all grades from K-3rd.

Amanda was a KCP Mom prior to becoming a substitute teacher for a few years at KCP. Her oldest daughter attended all three KCP groups and her youngest daughter attended Group III in 2021-2022. She has been the KCP Group II teacher since 2022.

Amanda volunteers at her children’s schools as PTSA member, classroom volunteer, and Art Docent. In her spare time, she enjoys crafting and card making. She stays busy with her family, dogs, camping and enjoying the outdoors.

“KCP has made a positive impact on countless children's lives, including my own. Seeing learning happen through the lens of both parent and teacher is such a gift. Our supportive environment provides a well-rounded experience for both parent and child. I don’t know what I would have done without KCP.”
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Amy Williams
Group III
Teacher Amy received her BA in Education from Western Washington University and a minor in Psychology with an emphasis in child development. Her work experience includes teaching kindergarten, first grade and literacy support. All three of Teacher Amy’s children attended KCP between 2006 and 2012. She has been teaching the KCP Group III class since 2013.

Amy  enjoys spending time with her husband Todd, their three emerging adults and dog Penny. Her family stays close through hiking, traveling, boating and playing games together.  Amy volunteers in her community and public schools. In her spare time you will find Amy reading, crafting and working out.

In her own words, "KCP gives families the wonderful opportunity to be involved in their children's first school and to be surrounded by a caring community of teachers and other parents. As a former kindergarten teacher, I am confident that KCP's developmentally appropriate and play-based program prepares children well for kindergarten."