Special Education Team

Ms. Jennifer, School Psychologist

I am a nationally certified school psychologist and am part of the diagnostic evaluation team here at KECC.  I hold undergraduate degrees in psychology and elementary education along with a specialist degree in school psychology. 

Since 2004, I have worked in education with students from preschool age through graduate students at the university level.  I love being able to help students learn to their highest potential.

In my spare time, I spend time with my husband and three children.  I enjoy hiking, reading, and going to concerts.  

Ms. Kim, Speech Language Pathologist

Hello, my name is Kim Garland.  

Since 2001, I have had the pleasure of working at KECC as a Speech Language Pathologist.  As a part of the evaluation team, I have the honor of working with other talented clinicians in determining a child’s eligibility for Early Childhood Special Education services.

Within Kirkwood community preschools, I work with teams or individually to provide speech/language services to our students who attend these settings full-time.

My passions include service to others, quality time with family, adventure travel, hiking, running and reading.

Ms. Courtney, Special Education

My name is Courtney Aranda, before coming to KECC in 2018, I taught at the elementary level for six years. I have absolutely loved the switch to preschool!

I have a dog named Leilani that I love very much and enjoy spending time with my family.

You can find me at every Blues home game... I am a HUGE fan!

Ms. Jen, Occupational Therapist

I have been a Pediatric Occupational Therapist for almost 28 years. I have worked in pediatric rehabilitation at Ranken Jordan and in elementary schools before starting at KECC in 2005. I love working with children!!

I have three sons, all in college. Our family loves going to the beach, exploring national parks, and hiking together.

Ms. Jessica, Speech Language Pathologist

My name is Jessica Grib and I am a Speech-Language Pathologist. I graduated from Mizzou with my Bachelor’s degree and Fontbonne University with my Master’s degree. I married my high school sweetheart and we have four children: Noah, Amelia, Liam, and Colin. 

I am thrilled to be at KECC since 2012! 

Ms. Megan, Speech Language Pathologist

I have a Bachelor of Health Science and a Master of Health Science in Communication Science and Disorders, both from the University of Missouri - Columbia. I have spent most of my career in Kirkwood, joining the staff of KECC in 2002.

My husband and I love to spend time at our lake house and travel whenever we can.

I love working in early childhood, as it is a time when significant language development occurs. It's so much fun to see this development and get to be a part of it everyday!

Ms. Patrice, Physical Therapist

Hi. My name is Patrice Gouy and I began working as the Physical Therapist at KECC in January 2019. I graduated from St. Louis University (a long time ago) in 1992. I grew up in a suburb of Chicago where I started my career as a PT, and still travel back often to visit family. 

Currently, I live in Edwardsville, IL with my husband, Steve, and our daughter, Sara. I thoroughly enjoy watching Sara play volleyball for both her school and club teams.

In my downtime, I also enjoy spending time outside as often as possible; walking/running with our dog, Max; reading; and spending time with family.

Ms. Sue, Occupational Therapist

Hi!  I have worked at KECC as an OT (Occupational Therapist) since 2007.  OT’s help with developing fine motor skills through play and art activities and with ideas to support sensory processing concerns.  

I love spending time with my 3 adult children and also enjoy the outdoors (walking my dogs, running, or horseback riding especially).