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At Hansel and Gretel, children learn by being actively involved in a wide variety of well-planned educational projects. Each youngster develops at his or her own pace without stress and peer competition. Cooperation and care for others is fostered. In this relaxed atmosphere, maximum developmental growth, self-esteem and readiness for elementary school is achieved.
Mrs. Diane McDermott, Director
- Teaching nursery school for 39 years teaching for 41 years total including ( Elementary and Middle School levels
- Bachelors of Science and Education for Queens College
- 25 graduate credits in Early Childhood Education
- Former public school teacher
- Member of: A.E. Y. C. (Association for the Education of Young Children)
- Trained in CPR, child first aid, and advanced lifesaving
- Former 4-H leader
- Seminar leader for early childhood meetings
- Plays piano, organ and guitar
- Swimming program director and instructor
- Mother of 2 grown children (former nursery school graduates)
- Interests including, gardening, music, sewing, cooking, biking, swimming, kayaking
- Proud grandmother of 5 grandchildren.
Mrs. Marilyn Komstedt
- Teacher at Hansel and Gretel Nursery School for the past 27 years
- Teaches both 3-Year-Old and Pre-Kindergarten classes
- Wide experience working with young children
- Director of Youth Group Programs in community
- Former trained member of volunteer ambulance
- Former Girl Scout leader
- Member of local Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary
- Active in many church and community organizations and activities
- Plays piano and organ, sings too
- Choir director
- Mother of two grown children (both are former nursery graduates)
- Interests include music, crafts, traveling, doing things with family and friends
- Proud grandmother!
Mrs. Sharon Hodne
- Teacher at Hansel and Gretel Nursery School for the past 12 years
- Teaches both the 3-Year-Old and Pre-Kindergarten classes
- Wide experience working with children
- Associates Degree in Applied Science
- Worked as and Medical Assistant
- Director of Pre-School summer church program
- Enjoys playing the guitar and singing with the nursery school children
- Interests include reading, baking, music, gardening, and family times
- Mother of two grown sons
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3 Year Old Program
Must be three years old by December 1st of the year the term begins
Morning Class — Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00-11:30 A.M.
Afternoon Class — Tuesday and Thursday from 12:15-2:45 P.M.
Each of the three year old classes is limited to 16 children
Pre-Kindergarten Program for 4 Year Olds
Must be four years old by December 1st of the year the term begins
Morning Class — Monday / Wednesday / Friday from 9:00-11:30 A.M.
Afternoon Class — Monday / Wednesday / Friday from 12:15-2:45 P.M.
Each of the Pre-Kindergarten classes is limited to 17 children
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Many elementary school principals agree that children entering kindergarten after nursery school are often advanced in many areas. Evaluation reports of your child will be carefully formulated with the aim of helping you as well as the kindergarten teacher to better understand the developmental levels of your child. The report reflects your child's abilities in many areas. This is recorded as a result of extensive testing and observations of your child in many different situations at the nursery school throughout the year. The report is forwarded to your child's elementary school only with your consent.
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