Administrative Team
Kathy Palmer
Director
I began my career in education in 1993. I have 2 wonderful children, both of whom attended Sunny Hill when they were younger. My favorite part of the day is witnessing children captivated in their explorations and discoveries. When I am not at work, I love to read, swim and paddleboard.
Ann Gilmore
Assistant Director
I began teaching in 2004. All three of my children attended Sunny Hill Preschool and I was amazed at the amount of learning that happened- not to mention the fun that they had! This led me to join the Sunny Hill team. My favorite time at school is Choice Time, when children have the opportunity to peruse the room and check out all of the invitations to play and learn. When I am not working, I enjoy baking and running.
Kathy Gilberto
Administrative Assistant & Bookkeeper
I joined the Sunny Hill team as a bookkeeper and administrative assistant in 2012. My son is an alumni of Sunny Hill. My favorite part of the day is visiting classrooms and overhearing the sweet comments that come out of the mouths of children. When I am not at Sunny Hill, I love spending time with my family and friends.
Amy Murray
Family Engagement Coordinator & Teacher
I began teaching in 2019. My youngest daughter attended Sunny Hill. It was such a wonderful experience in such a warm and welcoming environment that it led me to become a teacher! My favorite part of the school day is Morning Meeting. I love listening to children share stories with each other and witnessing how much they enjoy each others’ thoughts and ideas. When I'm not teaching at Sunny Hill, I like to cook, travel, and spend time with my three daughters.
Our Teachers
Aleah Vasselin
I began my teaching journey in 2016. One of my favorite parts of the day is eating lunch with the children. I always love to hear the conversations and storytelling that occurs when we are all sitting together! When I am not at Sunny Hill, I enjoy exercising and spending time with my friends, family, and dogs!
Alison Yen
I began teaching in 2018. My favorite part of the day is exploring the sensory table with the children. It always amazes me how captivated children become when they play and explore with sensory items. When not at school, I love to play outside - whether it's hiking, biking, swimming, or walking.
Debbie Schnair
I have been teaching for almost twenty years. My favorite part of the day is when I introduce something new, or I present something in a different light, and hearing the children share their thoughts and opinions. When I am not working, I love to hike, kayak, and play hockey.
Dianna McLean
I began teaching in 1991. My favorite part of the day is Free Choice Time. I love having the opportunity to teach and develop children’s social interactions and social skills in positive ways, something they will carry through a lifetime. When I am not working, I enjoy crafting and learning how to use my Cricut machine.
Eileen Babick
I began teaching in 2000. We are an alumni family of Sunny Hill, as my two daughters attended Sunny Hill when they were younger! My favorite part of the day is witnessing children loving school, knowing I am helping them develop a love for life-long learning. When I’m not at Sunny Hill, I enjoy creating art, gardening, reading, and playing with my bird, Molly.
Florence Stollerman
I have been teaching preschool for six years. My favorite part of the day is the “Aha!” moment when a child’s eyes light up upon discovering or learning something new for the first time. Outside of school, I enjoy cooking, running, and traveling with my husband and three children.
Jaimie Budzienski
I started teaching in 2006 (middle school, high school ELA, and special education). Two of my children attended Sunny Hill and carry lots of happy memories. My favorite part of the day is Choice Time and seeing what each child gravitates toward in the classroom. When not at Sunny Hill, I enjoy going to the beach with my family, writing about being a mom, and making jewelry.
Jess Duncan
I began my teaching career in 2006. My daughter attended Sunny Hill and I will always be thankful for the sense of community and love of school it provided us both. My favorite part of the day is helping children feel a sense of pride in what they have done or who they have helped. Outside of school, I enjoy being active outdoors with my family, going on new adventures, and rearranging my home.
Kate Coffin
I began teaching in 1993. We are an alumni family of Sunny Hill, as my daughter attended preschool here when she was younger. My favorite part of the day is Story Time ~ I love reading with children! I love being part of instilling a love of reading that will last a lifetime. In my spare time, I enjoy hiking, reading, and knitting.
Kate Reynolds
I began working with children in 2005. My favorite part of the day is Circle Time. It is a great time for learning, and I love witnessing the children’s excitement as they learn about the world around us. When I’m not working at Sunny Hill, I like to hike, ride my bike, and travel.
Lisa Gennari
I began teaching four years ago at Sunny Hill. My daughters attended Sunny Hill and now they are 16 and 20. They both had amazing experiences and have many fond memories! Morning drop off is my favorite part of the day, seeing children enter the classroom with big smiles and being excited to come to school. When I'm not at Sunny Hill, I enjoy walking my two dogs (Zoe & Elvis), yoga, gardening, cooking, eating ice cream and spending time with family and friends.
Michela Van Patten
I have been teaching at Sunny Hill for seven years. Two of my sons came to Sunny Hill and still have memories of their fun times! My favorite part of the day is Morning Meeting, when teachers and children can sit together, talking and sharing our thoughts. When I am not at Sunny Hill, I like to spend time with my husband, three sons, and my dog, Louie. I love to walk and visit Cape Cod and the Adirondacks.
Sandy Beyloune
I began teaching almost 35 years ago. I spent many years as a special education teacher in elementary schools. My favorite part of the day is snack time. I love having the opportunity to sit and chit chat with the children. I always find myself laughing at their stories. When I am not at Sunny Hill, I like to tap dance and crochet.
Sasha Coelho
I am excited to join the Sunny Hill community. I began teaching over 15 years ago in a number of different settings and age groups. One of the things I love most about preschoolers in particular is their unbridled imagination, carefree sense of humor and innocent wisdom. When I’m not at Sunny Hill, I enjoy doing projects or going on adventures with my own children, yoga and curling up with a good book or show to watch.