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A school of excellence begins with a great leadership team. Here are some of the friendly faces that help carry out our mission; as well as support our core values: Education, Respect, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Quality.
Audrey Pallone-Bugeja, M.A.
Founder/Owner
Audrey has worked in the Early Childhood Education field for 18 years. She is the founder and sole owner of Little Scholars. She holds both a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree in Early Childhood education; and was a 1st grade classroom teacher prior to opening Little Scholars. From a young entrepreneur to an experienced owner; she has demonstrated a history of success working in the world of Childcare. Skilled in program development, educational leadership, child development, administration, and staff development; Audrey is going on her 14th year being the proud owner of Little Scholars.
Miranda Carter
Director
Miranda has worked in the Early Childhood Education field for 7 years. She is the Director of Little Scholars. Miranda holds an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education; as well as a variety of certificates in Child Development, leadership, and administration. Her previous experience includes teaching/caring for infants on up through Pre-K; as well as Director duties. Her favorite part of working with children is watching them grow and develop throughout their early years.
Audrey Pallone-Bugeja, M.A.
Founder/Owner
Audrey has worked in the Early Childhood Education field for 18 years. She is the founder and sole owner of Little Scholars. She holds both a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree in Early Childhood education; and was a 1st grade classroom teacher prior to opening Little Scholars. From a young entrepreneur to an experienced owner; she has demonstrated a history of success working in the world of Childcare. Skilled in program development, educational leadership, child development, administration, and staff development; Audrey is going on her 14th year being the proud owner of Little Scholars.
Miranda Carter
Director
Miranda has worked in the Early Childhood Education field for 7 years. She is the Director of Little Scholars. Miranda holds an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education; as well as a variety of certificates in Child Development, leadership, and administration. Her previous experience includes teaching/caring for infants on up through Pre-K; as well as Director duties. Her favorite part of working with children is watching them grow and develop throughout their early years.
Leadership Team
Stephanie Heinritz
Team Leader
Jorden Smith
Team Leader
Tori Shattuck
Team Leader
Teachers
Pre-K Room
- Ms. Stephanie
- Ms. Shanna
- Ms. Bianca
Preschool Room
- Ms. Tori
- Ms. Jacki
- Ms. Madeline
Toddler Room
- Ms. Shylee
- Ms. Juliana
- Ms. Chasey
Infant Room
- Ms. KT
- Ms. Jorden
- Ms. Annie
Mission
Little Scholars is Lansing and DeWitt’s first-class preschool, daycare, and childcare center for children ages 6 weeks through young school-aged. 
Vision
Little Scholars will provide it’s young students a solid foundation to be successful, lifelong learners. 
Philosophy
We believe that children learn best through play; and that learning happens through the process. We believe that children develop at varying rates and are naturally curious and creative. 
Education
Respect
Inclusion
Teamwork
Quality
