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Welcome!
Welcome!
As you prepare for your child's educational program, know that we are committed to your child's continued growth for development and well being. At Morning Star, we take pride in giving individual care to your child in a group setting.
We've created a learning environment characterized by a high level of cooperation, collaboration and communication amongst all who participate – such that children, parents and teachers flourish and thrive. Our staff is trained and determined to provide your child/children with a safe physical environment and an atmosphere where they can feel both secure and free to grow at their own pace under love and guidance.
If you are considering an educational and loving environment for your child, we welcome you to our website and encourage you to email or visit our contact page to set up a tour of our center.
About Us
Our Mission
Our Philosophy
Our Philosophy
Transforming young lives through a Christ-centered program that is committed to the physical, emotional, intellectual, social and spiritual development of each child.
Our Philosophy
Our Philosophy
Our Philosophy
Learning through play is the heart of our curriculum. The emphasis is on helping children to interact, cooperate and grow together in community. We create a healthy environment for children to learn problem solving skills and explore the world around them.
Our Belief
Our Belief
Our Belief
Best practice is a technique or methodology that, through experience and research, has proven to reliably lead to a desired result. A commitment to using the best practices in early childhood is a commitment to using all the knowledge and technology at one’s disposal to ensure success.
Our Staff
Our Belief
Our Belief
Our staff is dedicated to providing a caring and positive atmosphere for children by creating a warm, happy and safe environment for all. Curriculum and activities are based on appropriate social, emotional, mental and physical levels of development. In addition, Infant/Child CPR and First Aid training is required of all staff.
Administrative Staff
Kathy Widdershoven, Interim Director
Bachelor’s Degree from UNL
S.T.E.M. Specialist
Child Development Associate Degree
24 years as an Educational Provider in Early Childhood
Morning Star Education Specialist since 1999
Dawn Karnish, Administrative Assistant
2015 Recipient of T.E.A.C.H. Scholarship for Early Childhood Education
Currently enrolled at Metropolitan Community College Early Childhood Education
Marilyn Sander, Infant Program Coordinator
Ages 6 weeks-18 months
Associate of Arts Degree in Early Childhood Education
30 + years as an Educational Provider in Early Childhood
Morning Star Education Specialist since 2005
April Mather, Toddler & Preschool Coordinator
Ages 2 years-5 years
Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education
Dual B.A. in Early Childhood Program Management and Behavioral Science
Designs all toddler and preschool classroom lesson plans
Morning Star Education Specialist since 2017