Hi! My name is Trisha Vigo, and I am from Casselberry, Florida. I received my Child Development Associate credential, Director's credential, and Early Childhood Education Degree from Seminole State. I’m continuing my education now with the goal of obtaining my Master’s Degree in this field in the future.

I have been with Children’s Journey Preschool since January of 2012. I started here as an assistant in the infant room before I moved to a lead teacher position in our toddler class in late 2012. In the summer of 2012, I was also promoted to supervising teacher. I held both positions until June of 2014 when I was promoted to Assistant Director. I have worked and helped with all of the age groups at CJP from infant through VPK. In 2017, I was promoted to Preschool Director. I have known since I was a small child that I wanted to work with children. I truly believe that their education starts with us. I feel great knowing that what I do makes a difference and paves the way for their future development and education. I want all the children in my care to succeed in everything they do, to feel loved, safe, and excited about coming to school. In October of 2020, I began my new role as Facility Administrator for CJP and Redeemer.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my son and a wonderful husband. I also love being in the water whether it’s at the beach or a pool. I love to do DIY projects, take photographs, and spend time with the rest of my family and friends.

I look forward to getting to know your child and family and want to thank you for allowing us to be a part of your child’s development.

Hi, my name is Leya Dreggors. I was born and raised in Winter Park, Florida and currently reside in Oviedo. I graduated from Oviedo High School and then attended Seminole State College where I studied both Elementary Education and Early Childhood Education. I have my CDA (Child Development Credential).

I have been working with children in Preschool and VPK since 2005 and I joined the CJP teaching team in July of 2017. Teaching is the only career choice I have ever wanted for myself. I love teaching children new things and see the looks on their faces when they grasp a new concept. I hope to teach children that they are strong and confident learners capable of anything they set their minds to. In 2019 I was promoted to Curriculum Specialist which I do while still teaching one of our VPK classes.

In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my two wonderful daughters. I also enjoy boating, doing crafts, and reading.

I look forward to getting to know your child and your family.

Hi, my name is Heather Ray and I am originally from Michigan. I moved to Florida with my family in 2004. I graduated with honors from Lincoln Consolidated High School and took some general education classes at the college level. Currently, I am pursuing my Early Childhood Education Credentials with Seminole State College.

I have been teaching at Children’s Journey Preschool since August of 2016 and love the school family we have here. I have taken care of young children in various settings since I was a young adult. I have cared for children as young as one week all the way through 12 years old. I love to see kids laugh and play. It is amazing to watch them discover something new or figure out how something works. When I work with young children, I want to help them grow and learn new and exciting things. I believe that the most important part of early childhood education is providing children with a safe and loving environment to learn, grow, and be themselves. In August of 2020, I was promoted to Infant/toddler supervisor and I am loving sharing my experience and knowledge with other teachers.

Outside of work, I love to craft. I can make many things! I also enjoy painting, bowling, and spending time with my husband. We hope to have children of our own soon.

I look forward to getting to know you and watching your child grow at CJP!

Hello, my name is Joanna Mantilla and I am originally from New Jersey. I found myself in Florida when I decided I was ready for a change and I am so glad to be here. I am currently enrolled in college working toward my degree in Education at UCF. I have worked as a culinary teacher for children 3-years-old and up and in a childcare setting working with infants and toddlers. I come from a large family that has always believed it takes a village to raise a child, so it was always all hands on deck. I joined the CJP team in February of 2020 and I am very happy to be here. I love working with children because it is so much more than “earning a living”, it is a career that matters and a career that makes a difference in the lives of many. I hope to provide the children in my care with an environment that makes learning fun to really set the tone for their educational journey. I believe the most important part of early childhood education is showing love and letting children know that there is a community of people there for them. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, doing homework, and playing board games. I see my siblings almost every day and my mother a few times a week, so we are very close. I look forward and feel privileged to be a part of your child’s journey and being able to witness their personal growth.

Hello, my name is Adalynn Minello. I was born and raised in Florida and have lived local my whole life. I graduated from Lyman High School in 2018 and immediately started taking classes at Seminole State College. I hope to obtain my degree to work in pediatrics in the future.

I have spent many summers volunteering at a soccer church camp with children from ages one through seven. I have also done regular babysitting throughout the years and have played a big role in helping care for my 5 year old nephew. I joined the CJP team in August of 2020 and I am so excited to be here working with the little ones. I love working with children because it’s so important at their age to have the most positive guidance. I hope I can be the one to inspire them and be their positive influence. I want to give all the children in my care a safe and loving place to come to. Somewhere that learning is fun! The most important thing we can do for children is to provide them with a loving and caring environment.

Outside of work, I enjoy playing soccer, spending time with my family, swimming, and visiting the beach. I live with my parents and younger brother who is my greatest friend.

Thank you for giving me the opportunity to work with your children. I hope to inspire, educate, and have so much fun with them!

Hello, my name is Grace Bartlett and I am from College Station, Texas. I recently relocated to Florida and so far I am enjoying this new experience. After graduating high school, I took some college level courses at Texas A and M University and I plan to continue my education in Florida. I have experience working with children as a Preschool teacher in College Station, volunteering at schools, volunteering as a coach, and I have frequently babysat over the years for various families. In June of 2020, I joined the CJP teaching team and I am thrilled to be here. I love working with children because you can build a great bond with them as a teacher. They trust you and teachers can have an amazing impact on their lives. I hope that the children in my care look at me and know that they can trust me and feel safe while they’re with me. I want them to know that someone will always be there for them when they need us. Patience is a major factor in the Early Childhood Education field because all children are unique and I have been blessed with this quality. Outside of work, I enjoy bike riding, baking, working out, and taking care of my cat. Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to work with your children at CJP. I look forward to getting to know these children better and helping them learn and grow.

Hello, my name is Savannah Marsden. I was born and raised in Florida and graduated from Lyman high school. I have completed my training through the department of children and families and I plan to continue my education in the field of Early Childhood Education.

I’ve spent many years working as a babysitter, caring for family members children, working at another childcare center, and raising my own daughter. I joined the CJP team in June of 2020 and I am so excited to become a part of the CJP family! I love working with children because I am a very nurturing person at heart and I love seeing things through their little eyes. I enjoy the excitement they experience when they learn something new and they encourage me to be as creative as I can. I’ve known since I was little that I wanted to work with children. I hope that I am able to help build confidence in the children in my care and that they always feel happy, positive, and inspired. The most important part about what we do here is allowing children to learn in their own way and making sure that they know their way of learning makes them unique and it is important to us.

Outside of work, I dedicate most of my time to being with my daughter doing fun things like hiking, spending time with family, and cooking.

I look forward to building a relationship with your children and assisting with their growth and development in this crucial stage of their lives.

Hello, my name is Reba Shinn and I was born in Clearwater, Florida. My family moved out of state until 2014 when we returned to Florida. I graduated from Gulf High School in New Port Richey and I am currently attending St. Petersburg College working toward obtaining my Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education. When I finish that, I plan to transfer to UCF to complete my Bachelor’s Degree. I previously worked in multiple customer service positions, but I gained my experience working with children through volunteer opportunities at Church nurseries and summer camps. I also spent time as a nanny for 2 young children for 4 years. In September of 2019, I joined the Children’s Journey Preschool team and I am thrilled to be here. I love to watch children grow and discover new things. I hope that the children in my care are set up for success by the love, support, and encouragement I provide them on a daily basis. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and my cat, Mei. I also enjoy swimming and working out. I look forward to getting to know your family and your child. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of their development.

Hello, my name is Lauren Cangimilla. I grew up in Massachusettes, but my family moved to Florida when I was younger in order to provide us with better educational opportunities. I received my Associate’s degree from Seminole State College with a focus on early childhood education and I have completed my training through the department of children and families. I plan to continue my education in the field of early childhood.

My experience working with children has varied from working at a local Church Preschool and being a swim instructor for 10 years. Working with children in the water taught me a lot about patience, safety, and being able to help children in unique ways. I’ve always spent over 10 years babysitting for various families. I joined the CJP team in June of 2020 and I can’t wait to start this new adventure with my new school family. I love working with children because I

love watching them learn and become more confident in themselves. I hope that when children are in my care, I can build their confidence even more and help them grow as little people. I believe a child’s social and emotional development should be a top priority and this is what I strive to work on daily with the students in my care.

Outside of work, I collect house plants and I love going to the beach. I also enjoy spending time with my family, friends, and cat named Hallie.

I look forward to getting to know your child and your family and I thank you for allowing me to be a part of their development and education.

Hello, My name is Gabriela Velez. I was born in Syracuse, New York and moved to Florida when i was 2 years old! I'm currently a senior in high school and I am working towards my CDA in my Childhood Education Program! I have had the chance to work with kids in many ways through Little Hawks, Aloma Kids academy and VBS events! I joined the CJP team in 2020 and I'm so excited to build relationships with every child here! I think discovery through play and STEAM builds a strong foundation for learning! Outside of work I enjoy doing makeup, spending time with friends, and riding bikes! I look forward to getting to know your family and child!

Hi! My name is Jordan Morris. I am from Chattanooga, Tennessee and moved here twelve years ago when my parents transferred with their jobs. I received my high school diploma from Timber Creek High and then I attended University of South Florida where I obtained by Associate’s in Sciences Degree. Currently, I am enrolled at Adventist University working toward my Bachelor’s Degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology. I’ve worked with children in various settings for a few years now, and I joined the team at CJP in July of 2017. I have my CDA (Child Development Credential). I love working with children because I get to be a crucial part of a child’s development and I get to make a difference in each of their lives. I want to know that I made a difference not only in their education, but also in their daily lives by always seeing the good in everything. Outside of work, I love to spend my time outdoors. Going to the beach or going out on a boat are some of my favorite things to do! I also have 3 dachshunds (the hotdog puppies) that I love and a younger brother who I am very close to! I look forward to getting to know your family and watching your child learn and grow! Thank you for choosing CJP.