The MishMash Team

Meet Your Teachers.


​Ms. Michelle
Meet the Mischief Maker Behind MishMash!
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If you’re looking for me, chances are I’m elbow-deep in Oobleck, turning the alphabet into an art project, or making up ridiculous songs about the planets. (Seriously, why isn’t there a Grammy for “Best Improvised Song About Saturn?”)
With over 25 years of experience working with children and an ECCE certificate under my belt, I’ve learned one important truth--learning is messy, and that’s the best part! With the support of my amazing family, we built MishMash to be a place where creativity runs wild, mistakes are celebrated, kids can explore through play, and ALL ARE WECOME HERE!
My three incredible Children help out with summer camps and special events, while my husband—aka Mr. Mash—keeps everything running smoothly and turns my wild ideas into reality.
At MishMash, we believe the best learning happens when hands are messy, imaginations are big, and laughter is loud. So come join the fun—we can’t wait to play with you!


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​Ms. Kim
The Master of MishMash Mayhem!

Ms. Kim is the glue (sometimes literally) that holds MishMash together! As our fearless Manager, she keeps the fun rolling, the mess (somewhat) contained, and the magic of play alive every single day.
With years of experience working with children, Ms. Kim knows that the best learning happens when kids are free to explore, create, and—of course—get gloriously messy. Whether she’s leading a science experiment gone rogue, turning storytime into an epic adventure, or trying to get glitter out of her hair (again), she does it all with a smile and a great sense of humor.
MishMash wouldn’t be the same without her energy, creativity, and endless patience. She’s the go-to for high-fives, silly songs, and the occasional emergency snack break. So if you hear laughter echoing through MishMash, chances are Ms. Kim is at the center of it!


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Ms. Nat
The Sockless Superhero
Once upon a time, there was a preschool teacher named Ms. Nat, whose life was a delightful tapestry of quirks and talents. Fluent in both English and French, she enchanted her students with tales of magical lands and heroic deeds, often drawing parallels between their adventures and those of Spiderman, her all-time favorite superhero.
At home, Ms. Nat is the proud mother of three children, each a bundle of joy who had once filled the very classrooms she now teaches in. Together, they share a love for pancakes, often enjoying them for dinner, topped with a variety of delicious fillings.
Known for her infectious laughter, Ms. Nat’s giggles were punctuated by a charming snort, a sound that never failed to bring smiles to those around her. She had an aversion to socks, finding them unnecessary, and prefers the freedom of bare feet. 
A professional face painter and makeup artist, Ms. Nat transformed ordinary days into extraordinary ones. Her connection with nature was evident as she often conversed with her plants, believing in their ability to listen and grow. Her students learned from her that embracing ones unique traits and passions made life all the more enchanting.  Wouldn’t you agree?



​Ms. Lucy
Singing her way Through preschool life.

Long before she stepped into the classroom, Ms. Lucy had big dreams of becoming a singer—and honestly, that dream still shines through every day. With a voice shaped by years of musical theatre and singing lessons, it’s no surprise that story and song time is her favorite part of the day.
Lucy sees the magic in the little things—whether it’s a heartfelt “you’re my favorite” from a once-resistant camper, or a room full of preschoolers giggling during circle time. With the kind heart and creative spirit of her favorite Disney princess, Rapunzel, she brings warmth, laughter, and just the right amount of sparkle to every moment.
If she were a children’s book, it’d be called Singing Through Life—and her chapters would definitely include cookies, cuddles, and a whole lot of joy.


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The MishMash Philosophy: 
Where Glitter Meets Kindergarten ReadinessI've always believed in the power of creativity and self-expression. But now? Now I believe in the magic of arts and crafts as a secret weapon for getting your kiddo ready for kindergarten—without them even realizing they're learning (sneaky, right?).
Let’s face it, kindergarten isn’t what it used to be. Gone are the days of half-day programs, snack time, and leisurely finger painting. Today’s kindergarteners are expected to follow multi-step directions, master fine motor skills, and recognize shapes that will soon morph into letters. It’s basically baby college.
So, what’s a fun-loving, slightly overwhelmed parent to do? Enter: Arts and crafts!
By engaging kids in directed craft projects (the kind with step-by-step instructions), we’re sneakily teaching them how to follow multi-step directions—an essential skill for the classroom. Tracing, cutting, gluing? That’s just a warm-up for writing letters and numbers. Mastering a triangle today means an "A," "W," or "V" is a breeze tomorrow. Who knew construction paper could be so powerful?
But wait, there’s more! Arts and crafts also build fine motor skills, boost creativity, teach perseverance (because re-gluing that one piece again takes patience), and help kids communicate and share. Plus, they get to be part of a fun, supportive, glitter-filled community where self-expression is celebrated.
At MishMash, our curriculum is inspired by the kids themselves—because learning is way more exciting when it’s driven by their interests. Every child gets a seat at our arts-and-crafts table, where teamwork, friendships, and imagination come to life.
And let’s not forget about music! Our literacy and language curriculum is built around music and movement, because science says rhythm helps kids develop reading, writing, and language skills. (And because dancing is way more fun than memorizing sight words.) Following musical notes? It’s the same brainwork as following language patterns. So, whether we’re shaking maracas or mastering the ABCs, our classes help kids build cognitive, motor, and social skills—all while having a blast.
At MishMash, we’re not just preparing kids for kindergarten—we’re making learning an adventure. And we promise, no glitter explosions… well, almost no glitter explosions.
 
                                                      Go ahead and make mistakes, that's how we learn.

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