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The
Creative Learning Center was
established in 1976 to provide a comprehensive Early Childhood
Education program and resource center for the Diablo and San Ramon
Valley communities.
 Our educational
facilities are especially designed with children in mind!
Every feature of the indoor and outdoor learning environment is an
extension of the school's philosophy and goals, and is carefully
planned to meet the development needs of young children. We are
fully licensed by the State Department of Social Services.
Our facility is open to
all children between 2.9 years of age (and toilet-trained) through
Kindergarten. We offer Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten and Junior
Kindergarten programs from September to mid-June with both half day
(a.m. or p.m.) or school day (5 1/2 - 6 hours) options. In
addition, our Summer Camps for Curious Campers (Preschool/Pre-K) and
Explorers (entering or completing Kindergarten) run from late June
through mid-August.
The
heart of any educational experiences lies in the interaction of
people with one another. The staff at the
Creative Learning Center
includes teachers trained specifically in Early Childhood Education
and diversified in age, experience and interest to provide a rich
collection of talent and expertise. The teacher/student ratio
is 1:5-1:8.
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Debbie teaches morning Junior Kindergarten as
well as an afternoon pre-K group.
She joined CLC in 1990,
received her Early Childhood Education training from DVC,
and taught preschool locally prior to joining CLC.
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Mary teaches our afternoon Junior Kindergarten as
well as a morning pre-K group.
She also joined CLC in 1990.
Mary received her B.A. from Chico State University and
Early Childhood Education training from DVC.
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Lorrie has been part of our team since 2001, having
previously taught at several local preschools.
Her Early Childhood Education training is also from
Diablo Valley College.
Lorrie is teaching mornings and afternoons this year.
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Linda joined our CLC staff in 1999, and received
her B.S. in Early Childhood Development from U.C. Davis. Linda
previously taught locally, as well as in Oklahoma. She is
teaching both morning and afternoon and is our early morning
arrival teacher.
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Jaime is teaching mornings this year.
Jaime has been with CLC since 2001 and received her ECE
training at DVC, attended Cal State U., Hayward, and has
previously taught at several local programs.
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Susan is also teaching mornings this year. Susan
completed her Associate Teacher certificate from DVC and holds a
B.A. in Journalism from Cal State University, Sacramento.
Susan joined our CLC team in 2007.
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Michele is working with our Tuesday-Thursday
Rainbow Enrichment program and is our Friday Science Specialist.
She received her ECE training training at College of the Redlands and
DVC, previously taught preschool in Mendocino County, and has
been with CLC since 2005.
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Marie, our Teacher Aide, is returning for a 5th
year. Marie holds a
B.A. in Human Development from Cal State U., Hayward, and is
currently pursuing her ECE training at DVC.
Marie has previously been a Special Education
teacher aide with SRVUSD.
SPECIALISTS
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Courtney of Tiny Tumblers continues this year
as our Motor Specialist.
She guides the children each Monday as they tumble,
dance, stretch and move creatively.
Courtney’s background includes a B.A.
in Liberal Studies with an emphasis in Child Development,
as well as experience as a preschool teacher.
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Jan has been our Music Specialist for over
twenty years. Jan
delights the children on Wednesday with her wonderful music
program, including a wealth of songs that the children enjoy
learning. She
emphasizes creative movement and use of musical instruments.
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Michele, our Friday Science Specialist, offers
a wealth of hands on, creative activities that explore our
wonderful world of science. See Teacher Staff Highlights
above for additional background on Michele.
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
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Lorena, our Program Director, received her
Early Childhood Education training at DVC.
Before joining CLC in 2001, she was a teacher, and then
director of an early childhood program in Martinez.
She has also been a Special Education Teacher, as well as
part of the
Bilingual IEP staff for the Martinez School District.
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Jori, Executive Director, holds a B.A. from
UCLA and MS. Ed in Early Childhood Education from Wheelock
College, Boston. She
has extensive experience in the field of ECE as a
Preschool Teacher and Director,
Community College Instructor,
and developer of programs and centers, and will be
celebrating her 27th year at CLC .
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Donna, Office Manager, joined our CLC team in
2009 and brings with her a wealth of office experience with a
focus on Human Resources.
She attended Heald Business College, as well as Los
Medanos and Chabot College.
Parents also play
a vital role at the Creative Learning Center! We encourage
hands-on parent participation and offer tuition credit for parents
who assist in the classroom on a regular basis. Parent
conferences are also scheduled regularly to provide a time for more
formal communication.
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