Little Lambs Teaching Team

We choose our staff carefully insuring that they are child-centered, creative, flexible, loving and are sensitive to all children’s needs. We provide them with on-going professional training in child development, safety practices, age-appropriate activities, positive self-esteem and other information as deemed necessary.

  • JOANNA PURKISS

    Preschool Director

    email: JPURKISS@KNOWINGJESUS.ORG

    I am honored to be a part of the amazing Little Lambs community. Both of my children attended preschool at Little Lambs and had a wonderful experience. I received my degree in early childhood development from Michigan State, and I have a masters in education from University of Michigan. My family and I enjoy all things MSU, playing/watching sports, traveling up north, and spending time together outdoors. I look forward to working with your family! 

  • Alysse Crum

    PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT


    My husband and I have 4 children. We live in Haslett and we love sports and being outside. I am honored to be here at Little Lambs! I am so excited to work, learn, and play with these preschoolers.

  • JODIE FLYNN

    Preschool TEACHER

    EMAIL: JFLYNN@KNOWINGJESUS.ORG

    Hello, My name is Jodie Flynn. I am so excited to be part of the Little Lambs team this year. I just sent my youngest of 4 children off to kindergarten this year so I am getting back into my own classroom after being home with them. 

    Before I had children of my own, I taught preschool for 11 years and I am delighted to be teaching again!

  • AMY IDE

    PRESCHOOL TEACHER

    EMAIL:  AIDE@KNOWINGJESUS.ORG

    I live in Haslett with my husband, 3 kids, and 2 dogs.  We are a very active bunch!  I received my degree from Michigan State University.  I feel so fortunate and excited to be a part of Little Lambs and work with your amazing preschoolers!

  • LAURA SQUIer

    Preschool ASSISTANT

    EMAIL: lsquier@knowingjesus.org

     Hello, My name is Laura Squier. I am so excited to be a part of this amazing Little Lambs program! I have 3 children who attend Haslett Schools. Each of my children have gone through the Little Lambs program. Along with being an assistant teacher at Little Lambs, I have been an Occupational Therapist for the past 12 years. It is such a blessing to be able to work with your preschoolers and is something I truly enjoy!

  • Lu Ann Wicker

    PRESCHOOL Teacher

    email: lwicker@knowingjesus.org


    I have been married to my Haslett High School sweetheart, Roger for over 45 years. We have two grown children and three grandchildren. I ran a Day Care out of my house for 35 years and have worked in Day Care Centers for years. I am a member of St. Luke Church and I love working with children and their families. 


      

  • Kristy WOLFE

    PRESCHOOL TEACHER

    EMAIL: KWOLFE@KnowingJesus.org

    I am a Haslett resident and enjoy spending time with my husband and four children. They keep us busy with sports and various activities. I am excited to be a part of the Little Lambs staff and look forward to working with the preschoolers.