Jennifer has a BS in Elementary Education with an Early Childhood Addition. She previously taught 4 years in elementary schools before her 14 years of teaching at LLP. Jen volunteers at her church as VBS teacher and worship helper. Her hobbies include hiking, traveling, reading, and playing with her dog Lucy. This is her twenty-third year at LLP. Jen has been married to Dave for 35 years, and mother of two daughters (both LLP graduates).

Mary has a BS degree in Elementary Education and MS in Physical Education. She stays remarkably busy supporting her sons’ activities.   Mary enjoys playing and watching sports, with volleyball being the sport she likes to play the most. She also enjoys traveling and seeing the world. Mary has been married to Jared for 29 years. They are the proud parents of two sons (both LLP graduates). This is Mary’s thirteenth year as LLP staff, as well as having substituted for us for many years. Mary is also part of our Summer Camp Staff.

Teri had worked as an instructional aide and long-term sub in the Valparaiso Community School for nine years. It was during this time she found her love of teaching and pursued her teaching certificate in Elementary Education. She has been married to her husband Geoff for 30 years and has three beautiful children. She loves reading, gardening, and walking her Golden Retriever Finn. This is Teri’s seventh year at LLP.

Ashley graduated from Purdue Northwest in 2017 with a BS in Early Childhood Education. Ashley worked as an ABA Therapist with children on the autism spectrum for 3 and a half years. Prior to ABA, she was an assistant teacher at a child development center for 3 years, where she worked with children ages 2-12 years old. Ashley has been married to her husband, Brady, for 7 years. They have a 5-year-old son and two dogs, who are just as much a part of the family. Ashley's hobbies include party planning, crafting, home decorating, and spending lots of time with her family. This will be Ashley's fifth year at LLP.

Laura holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and has six years’ experience at the elementary level, plus one year subbing here at LLP. She volunteers in various capacities at her church, including Sunday School and Vacation Bible School, and is kept busy with her three kids' activities. Her other interests include reading, photography, and travel. Laura has been married to her husband Luke for 15 years and they are the parents of three children, all LLP graduates. This is her third year at Little Lamb.

Colleen has a BS in Elementary Education, with a Kindergarten Endorsement. She taught for 12 years prior to becoming a stay-at-home mom. Colleen enjoys baking, volunteering, and spending time with her family. She has been married to Brian for 19 years and they are the proud parents of 3 girls, all LLP graduates. This is her fifth year at LLP, apart from substituting at LLP.

Dani has taken classes toward an associate degree in early childhood and loves working with children. She has volunteered and substituted for the Valparaiso School system, provided childcare, and worked as a peer tutor. Her interests include being with her family, gardening, and sports, especially playing volleyball. Dani has been married 16 years to her husband Brian, and they are the proud parents of an teenage son (LLP graduate). This is Dani’s 11th year with us as well as having substituted for our school. Dani is also part of our Summer Camp Staff.

Cheryl has a transition to teaching certificate as well as a Masters from Valparaiso University.  She enjoys crafting, photography, writing, bargain hunting, and being with family. Cheryl has been married to Mike for 15 years and they have 2 boys (both LLP graduates). She has fun volunteering with her oldest son's sports and various other activities. Cheryl was a sub at LLP for 3 years prior to becoming an assistant and lead. This is her eighth year at Little Lamb.

Mallory enjoys working with children and has substituted / volunteered on numerous occasions. She enjoys reading, scrapbooking, and being outside. She has been married to Luke for 15 years. Together they have four children, all LLP graduates. This is Mallory’s 8th year at LLP.

Renee has worked for several years as an aide with the Valparaiso Community Schools and has volunteered for many years in her church’s nursery and VBS programs.  She holds and Bachelor’s degree from Ball State University.  The beach is one of her favorite places to be in the summer. Renee enjoys spending time outdoors, reading and exercising. Renee has been married to Dan for 12 years.  They have two girls, both LLP graduates.  This is Renee’s second year at LLP.

Trinity interned at LLP last school year in the Young 5’s classroom, helped with our Lunch Bunch program, and earned her CDA April 2024 and her VHS High School Diploma in June 2024.  She interned for her first year of her CDA program Porter Lakes Elementary. Trinity has an older brother and 4 younger sisters. Her youngest sister is an LLP graduate!   She is attending Ivy Tech to continue her education in Early Childhood. When she is not making a positive impact in the classroom Trinity loves reading, and spending time with her family and friends.