Katie has been a proud member of the Ward Preschool family since the fall of 2018. With over 20 years of experience in education, she has taught in many settings, including preschool, charter schools, daycare, middle school, and special education classrooms. She earned her degree in Special Education from Bowling Green State University in Bowling Green, Ohio.
Katie has wanted to be a teacher for as long as she can remember—starting with playing “school” in her basement with stuffed animals lined up as students and her brother along for the ride. Today, her classroom is filled with patience, encouragement, and plenty of cheering for those “aha!” moments. Seeing a child’s eyes light up when something finally clicks is her favorite part of the day.
After relocating to Michigan in 2016, Katie made her home with her husband, Benjamin, and their blended family of three daughters. She feels incredibly thankful to be part of the Ward Preschool family and loves creating a classroom where children feel safe, celebrated, and excited to learn—one smile, sticker, and high-five at a time.