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Welcome to the Huguenot Street Cooperative Nursery School

The Huguenot Street Cooperative Nursery School is a non-profit, non-sectarian, cooperative school for children ages 2-5. It relies on parents, teachers and students to work together and participate in every aspect of the school. The cooperative model brings us all closer together to create a dynamic and enriching learning experience for the children.

Who We Are and Our Mission

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The Huguenot Street Cooperative Nursery School is a non-profit, non-sectarian school for children ages two through five. The nursery school is a cooperative school in which the parents share in the responsibilities of ownership by contributing time, knowledge, and experience to the program and by helping the nursery meet its expenses through a tuition fee.

The goal of our program is the enrichment of each child’s preschool experience through the development of self-expression and motor skills, and through the encouragement of good habits like sharing, listening, and cooperating with others.

As a cooperative nursery, the school is committed to the concept that by actively participating in the classroom, the parent experiences the mental, social and emotional development of his or her child and that this mutual experience contributes significantly to the growth of the child, of their own family life, and of the schools.

Our program is varied, flexible, and informal which allow time for both individual exploration and for group experience. The growing child needs some direction, some guidance and LOTS of LOVE. We feel that the merger of parent and teacher attains this.

 

The teachers

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Pamela Reagan

2 Year Old Teacher

Pamela Regan has lived in New Paltz for over 15 years with her husband Steve. She is a mother, grandmother, and a recently retired Special Education Teacher (14 years, Kingston City School District). Prior to moving to New Paltz, Pam lived and taught in Rutland, VT for over 16 years. In total, Pam has worked in the education field for more than 45 years, dedicating her entire career to working with children and adults of all ages, especially students having special needs, learning disabilities, and physical challenges. Pam enjoys teaching, reading, and using sign language to help facilitate early language. Some of her passions are traveling, biking, gardening, walking, hooking rugs, and spending time with her grandchildren. A personal note: "I absolutely love working with toddlers, and I am very excited to join your Huguenot Street Nursery School team. I look forward to having the opportunity to work with you and your children…providing them with a safe and loving environment, in which to thrive."

Colleges Attended/Degrees
-Monroe Community College-Associates Degree with a Certificate of Completion in Human Services Program (December 1976) Rochester, New York.
-College of St. Joseph’s-Bachelor of Science in Education (May 1989) Rutland, Vermont.
-College of St. Joseph’s-Master of Education (May 1995) Rutland, Vermont

Saira Ayala

3/4 Mix & 4 Year Old Teacher

Saira Ayala, moved to the Hudson Valley from Lehigh Valley, PA in 2016 with 8 years of teaching experience in general and special education. She continued in New York, first, in a nursery school, then dabbling in academic coaching and intervention services until 2020. During which she shifted gears to support and educate families through special education advocacy and mental health counseling. Saira's career journey has been marked by a commitment to education and fostering positive change in individuals and families.

Her passion for education and well-being led her to establish LBV Family Development Services in July 2021 and earn her 95 Hour Children’s Yoga & Mindfulness Teaching Certification. As the Founder and Lead Educator, she focuses on mindfulness and yoga-based social-emotional learning classes and family playgroups. The afterschool and summer programming incorporates practices in neuroscience, play therapy, and positive childhood experiences to build resilient and joyful families.

“I have been on a remarkable journey through education, mental health, and family support that I love to integrate what I’ve learned along the way to help promote healthier and happier lives. I’m very excited, along with my family, to join the Huguenot Street Nursery School family, and eagerly welcome this new chapter to assist children to learn and thrive.”