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Meet the Teachers

Melissa

Ms. Melissa, Lead Educator

I have been part of the KECC family since 1998! Yep! That's a lot of years! I hold a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education but found my sweet spot in Early Childhood.
 
I have lived in the St. Louis area all my life and currently live in Dogtown with my husband Andy, my daughter Molly, my son Danny, and youngest son Billy. Living where we do makes it so easy for us to visit our favorite places often. We love going to The Zoo, The Missouri Botanical Gardens, and many more St. Louis attractions.  
 

Ms. Sam, Classroom Educator

Born and raised in Kirkwood, I am a Keysor, NKMS, and KHS alum. (Go Pioneers!)

I graduated from Mizzou (Go Tigers!) with a B.S. in Elementary Education.  I am certified in elementary, early childhood, and early childhood special education.

In 2012, I moved back home to Kirkwood and joined the KECC team in 2013.  I've held a variety of roles here, and I am excited to begin my first year as a full-time Panda room educator!

 

Ms. Kelly, Classroom Educator

Hello, my name is Ms. Kelly Hagen. I have been  working professionally with children since 2002. I have taught several different age groups, starting as young as 6 weeks old. For the past 15 years, I taught infants & toddlers. 

I married my high school sweetheart, Joe and we live in Fenton with our 19 year old daughter, Kayla.. When I am not working, I love spending time with my family; I love to shop, go to the zoo & take pictures. 

In 2024, I joined KECC & look forward to a great year in the Panda room.