Meet the Teachers
Ms. Melinda, Lead Educator
My name is Miss Melinda and I have been teaching since 2000 and at KECC since 2004! I am married and have three grown children and two dogs. I hold a master’s degree in Education of Deaf with certifications in Early Childhood, Special Ed, Reading Ed, and Elem Ed. I am now pursuing my Doctorate in Reading.
In my spare time I enjoy crocheting, gardening and scuba diving. The beach is my favorite place!
Ms. Holly, Classroom Educator
Hello, my name is Holly Mason. I am an educator in the Duck Room. I attended St. Louis Community College at Meramec taking some Early Childhood Courses. I also took courses at Everest College for Medical Assisting. I was an educator at KECC for five years. In 2007, after I had my son Ethan, I became a stay at home mom for a time. I missed working with all the kids so I returned to KECC December 2016 and love it!
I am married to my husband Adam and have two children, Ethan and step-daughter Kailey. I enjoy spending time with my family, baking, hiking, swimming, reading and watching movies.
So excited about this year and look forward to getting to know your child. It is going to be a great year!
Ms. Jen, Classroom Educator
My name is Jen Bush, and I have served at KECC since 1999. In 2003, I graduated from Southwest Baptist University with a B.S. in Early Childhood/Elementary Education. It has been a pleasure to have an ongoing relationship with KECC both before and after college.
As a third-generation St. Louis native, I live in Kirkwood and regularly visit my grandmother who has lived in the area since 1917. Outside of work I enjoy spending time outdoors, reading, and playing very serious games of Mah Jongg with friends.