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. We rely on parents, teachers and students to work together, participating in every aspect of the school. The cooperative model brings us all closer together and creates a dynamic and enriching learning experience for our children.
Who We Are and Our Mission
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
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
Jessica Stirberg
2/3 Mixed Ages Teacher
Jessica Stirberg is a seasoned early childhood educator whose approach emphasizes the whole child. She prioritizes creating an environment where children can explore, learn, and grow through hands-on experiences, interaction with nature, and free expression. Along with teaching children self-care tasks to foster independence and empower them to take charge of their own needs, contributing to their overall development.
Beyond her professional role, Jessica's diverse interests include volunteer work, raising a dog for Guiding Eyes for the Blind, learning qigong, taking long walks and spending time with friends. Having raised a family with children, now grown, she finds fulfillment in supporting other families on their parenting journeys.
“The heart of my practice is care. I strive to embody that through my relationships with the children and their families. What a privilege it is to be in this role as part of your child’s life.”
