OUR INFANT / TODDLER TEACHERS

 

“Ms. Debbie” Terrusa – employed since September 1, 2006

 

Deborah Jean Terrusa was born in New Haven, CT and was raised in Wallingford, CT.  She married Edward & is the proud mother of three daughters: Angelina, Cassandra & Josephine.

 

She is a graduate of Sheehan High School and Middlesex Community College.  She is currently taking continuing education courses in Early Childhood Education as she works toward her CDA degree through the State of Connecticut.

 

Prior to joining our family, she worked as a childcare provider at Healthworks and was a frequent volunteer at Highland Elementary School in Wallingford, CT.  She and Maria had been friends for years as their girls attended many of the same classes and programs.  It was only when Healthworks closed that Maria was lucky enough to lure Debbie to join OUR FAMILY.

 

Ms. Debbie serves as one of KGLC’s infant/toddler teachers.  Her warm heart and years of experience make her a tremendous asset to KGLC.  In a short time she has touched the lives of her students and the families in our community. 

 

Debbie enjoys cooking for family and friends, entertaining and spending time with her daughters.  Her favorite day is Sunday because she is able to spend the entire day together with her family. She is an advocate for children’s rights and is constantly working for expansion of Early Childhood Education Programs in the State of Connecticut.  Debbie has also been an outspoken supporter of funding for the State’s Care-4-Kids program. 

 

Besides her oWn family, she enjoys watching your children grow and learn.  We hope she realizes just how lucky KGLC is to have her as a member of OUR FAMILY. We do!

 

 

 

“Ms. Sylvia” Flores – employed since October 14, 2010

Sylvia Flores was born and raised in in San Antonio, Texas and moved to Connecticut in 1980.  She is a graduate of Harlandale High School in Texas and always knew she wanted a career dealing with children.

 

Ms. Sylvia attended Springfield College and currently attends Middlesex Community College to further her career as an early childhood educator.

 

Sylvia is the mother of three children (Victor, Marisol & Jose Jr.) and proud grandparent to five beautiful youngsters (Caiden, Isabella, Ari, Makela & Makhi).

 

Her love for children lead her to become a foster parent for children in central Connecticut and has cared for many children in this capacity.  The love and care she provides these children is immeasurable. 

 

In addition to her busy work and personal schedule, Sylvia enjoys gardening, scrap-booking and salsa classes.  Prior to joining OUR FAMILY, Sylvia worked at other daycare centers before finding her place with us.  We are lucky to have her as a part of KGLC.

 

In a very short time, Sylvia has endeared herself to the children, parents and staff of Kinder-Garden.  Her room is always beautifully decorated and she spends hours preparing projects for her little students.

 

"Miss Kristine" Gonzalez - employed since April 27, 2009

  

Kristine Ilyn Gonzalez was born and raised in Meriden, CT with her parents, younger sisters and older brother. Kristine has a big family and is very family-oriented.

  

A graduate of Platt High School, she now attends Middlesex Community College.  Kristine has planned a career as an elementary teacher. She still hopes to pursue her dreams in the fashion industry as well.

  

Her own experience with babysitting her two younger sisters has made her want to remain a positive influence in the lives of children.

  

Kristine loves to spend time with her family and shop in her spare time.  She has also volunteered at the Curtis Home for a year and still visits on the weekends.  Kristine enjoys her position at KGLC and wants to remain a great role model for her students and make a difference in the lives of every child she meets.

  

We are very lucky to have her as part of OUR FAMILY.