ABIDING LOVE PRESCHOOL We have been educating children since 1997 and are committed to providing high-quality education and care for children within a nurturing Christian environment. Learn More
Mission Statement
As an extension of Abiding Love Lutheran Church, our preschool exists to share God’s love and saving plan with young children and their families, while providing spiritual and educational nurturing within a loving, creative and structured environment.
Children are admitted without regard to race, national origin or religious background. Our curriculum is designed to support all aspects of a child’s development, and emphasizes spiritual, academic, social, emotional and physical growth in a safe, stable environment.
Chapel
Chapel with Pastor Gensmer is every Wednesday at 8:30am at church. Every child and teacher will walk up and get to experience a church setting while Pastor retells the Bible lesson and connects it to the children’s every day life. They learn to listen, pray and to praise God. This is a wonderful experience for the children. We encourage parents to attend chapel to show the importance of learning and knowing their Savior.
Creative Curriculum
Creative curriculum is an early childhood curriculum that focuses on project-based investigations as a means for children to apply skills. It addresses four areas of development; social/emotional, physical, cognitive and language through:
Meet Our Staff
With education and experience in early childhood care. Our staff has completed the required forty-five hours of state education, and all have CPR and first aid training.
Jessica Roberts
Early Childhood Ministry DirectorJessica joined the Abiding Love Preschool Staff in August of 2015. Jessica has over 19 years of experience working with young children of all ages in both Florida and Ohio (infants through 5 yr. olds). She earned her Early Childhood Ministry certification from Martin Luther College. Jessica is thankful for her amazing husband and four beautiful children whom God has blessed her with. She says the support her family gives her allows the entire family to grow in God’s word and also supports her as she shares God’s word with the preschool children and their families. Jessica says, “I love serving at Abiding Love Preschool because God has given me this opportunity to teach all of his children about Him. It fills my heart with joy when I hear them praising our Savior.”
Cindy Hubble
VPK DirectorCindy began her service as a Preschool Board member and in June of 2010 was asked to be a VPK Assistant. Cindy later became the Director of the VPK. Cindy has her Child Development Associate (CDA) license from the State of Florida. She also possesses her Director’s credentials.
Diane Andle
Preschool Assistant TeacherDiane joined the Abiding Love Preschool Staff in September of 2005. Diane has over 30 years of experience in working with children. She earned her Florida Child Care Professional Credential in June of 2008 and continues to further her education through in-service opportunities. Diane has been married for 40 years and has one daughter who shares her love for educating young children and now works for the school district. Diane says, “Abiding Love Preschool has become my second family and a home away from home. Everyone is so kind and I enjoy being able to share the word of God with such amazing people.”
Britta Wilsch
Preschool Assistant Teacher & Office AdministrationBritta joined the office staff at Abiding Love Lutheran Church in January 2017 where she served as the church secretary and also provided IT support. Britta became part of the Abiding Love Preschool staff in August of 2019 and worked in administration and as a Preschool classroom helper. She completed her Florida Child Care Professional Credential in June of 2020 started teaching in the classroom this year. Britta also holds an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice. Britta is married and also the mother of a 12-year old. Britta says, “I have always enjoyed serving the Lord by helping others and have volunteered in many ways over the years. When I was approached with the opportunity to be part of the Abiding Love staff, I made my decision in a heartbeat. Since I learned God’s love through devoted Christians who shared God’s word with me as a young child, I know the importance of our Preschool.”
Jesslyn Hellings
VPK Assistant TeacherJesslyn joined the staff at Abiding Love Preschool in 2018 as an assistant teacher for the 3 year olds and is currently working as an assistant in the VPK program. Jesslyn has continued her education through the Ida Baker internship program at Gulf Elementary School and is currently pursuing her college degree in teaching. Jesslyn says her passion is children. She grew up in a family with many siblings and since her mother has always worked in preschools, she was surrounded by preschool education practices for many years and learned a lot as she was growing up. Jesslyn says, “I look forward to coming to work every morning to see my students and to receive their hugs and love. I love being able to be a part of those moments with them because they just think they are having fun, but in reality they are making memories. It is an amazing thing to be a part of those memories.”
Amie Haag
VPK Wraparound Assistant TeacherAmie joined the staff at Abiding Love Preschool in February of 2020. Amie holds a Bachelor’s Degree and is now continuing her education with her DCF training courses for the Preschool. She says she enjoys spending time with the children at Abiding Love. She says, “I love being part of the children’s lives, and helping them grow and succeed is a big part of my lifetime goals.” Amie also says, “The community that both the church and the preschool staff bring into my life is an amazing blessing.”
Derek went here!! Absolutely the best school and staff
Agreed! AL came highly recommended! We love the teachers and Pastor. ☺️🧡
The first thing Clayton did this morning was go to the window and announce “mom, it’s the first day of fall” He’s been learning so much and gets so excited about it!!! Thank you!
Fabulous place to learn, surrounded by love.
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