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Meet some of our Wonderful Staff!
Hello, my name is Megan Dyer and I'm the executive director at New Day. I've been here for over 20 years. My husband Pete and I have four children. I graduated from Mater Dei College in Ogdensberg with my degree in Early Childhood Education. I started out my career at New Day as an assistant teacher. After teaching for six years I was very fortunate to get an assistant director's position and worked for another six years under the guidance of Joan Pflugheber, who was the founder of New Day Children's Center. She turned out to be my most valuable mentor and a great friend. This job suits me because I love people and I am passionate about the way we can care for children. The people I work with are like family and the children we take care of make me smile everyday.
My name is Karen Bergevin. I'm married and have worked at New Day for 24 years. I have a Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education from Fredonia State College. I also attend Onandaga Community College for Theatre. I love horses and cats, and enjoy swimming at the YMCA.
My name is April Gillette. I've been married for sixteen years, and have a 15 year old son. We live in Copenhagen, NY. I have my CDA credential and have worked at New Day for just about 5 years now. I enjoy spending time with my family and reading in my spare time.
My name is Rosie Kelley-Waters. I am a single mother of an 18 year old daughter. I came to New Day in 1998 for 6 weeks, but I stayed and have been here 10 years! I was raised here in Watertown and attended both Watertown High School and Jefferson Community College. I have a Certificate in Office Studies and a CDA for Early Childhood Studies. My family has a long record of military service and, besides New York, I have lived in Virginia, Georgia, and Germany.
My name is Lora Soluri. I am one of 10 children in my family, and a single mom of one. I graduated from Watertown High School. I've worked at New Day for 17 years as a cook. I like country music and enjoy scrapbooking and shopping.
Hi, my name is Anne Stone. I have been a member of the staff at New Day for 20 years. I started in 1986 as a substitute. In 1987 I began working as a Head Teacher in a toddler room. For many years I worked with toddlers, babies, four year olds and school age during the summers. Changing age groups when needed. In 1997 I took the position of Program Coordinator. I have an AAS Degree in Early Childhood from SUNY Canton and a Bachelors Degree in Sociology from SUNY Oneonta and some graduate level courses through SUNY Oswego. I enjoy canoeing, photography, traveling, and mental health days shopping :)
Hi! I am Chris Gardner. I have been at New Day for 17 years. My husband Steve and I have three children: Shawn, Kayleigh and Jessica. We live in Champion, New York. That's where I have spent most of my life. I am from a family of 13 children. Seven older than I and five younger. My husband and I like working on our old house, camping, spending time with family, and taking Sunday drives.
Hello, my name is Rosemary Denesha. I have worked at New Day for almost 13 years as the bookkeeper. I came to New Day with an A.A.S. in Accounting from Jefferson Community College. I have been in the accounting field since I was 18 years old. I enjoy boating, gardening, and reading.
My name is Tammy Monroe. I've worked for 10 years at New Day and am currently the head teacher in one of our toddler rooms. I graduated from Carthage Central. In my free time I enjoy camping, 4-wheeling, snowmobiling, and spending time with my husband and 3 children.
My name is Sarah Gist. I've been working at New Day since May of 2004. I have worked in both the toddler and three-year-old classrooms. I also have two children that attend New Day and love it. I enjoy working with children and watching them grow :)
My name is Pat Miles and I've been a substitute at New Day since February 2004. I have been married for 42 years to a wonderful man and we have 6 grandchildren. I started out working for Central Square School, and then moved to Tennessee where I worked as a Teacher's Aide. I've been working with children for 32 years and have enjoyed every minute of it.
My name is Leisa Delosh and I've been with New Day since December of 2006. I've lived in the Watertown area my whole life and graduated from Copenhagen Central School. I have an associates degree in Early Childhood Development from JCC. I'm also currently employed at DPAO as an aide and involved with teaching Sunday School for three to six year-olds. In my free time I enjoy baking, doing crafts, shopping and spending time with my family.
My name is Monica Sboro. I've been employed at New Day since July of 2005 and I'm the head teacher in one of the toddler rooms. I graduated from Cazenovia College with a bachelors of science degree in early childhood education and program administration. I was born and raised here in Watertown and successfully completed my elementary and high school education at the catholic schools :) When I am not teaching at the daycare or waitressing, I enjoy long distance running and exercising!
Hi, my name is Rose Soluri and I've been with New Day for seven years now. I am currently the head teacher in one of our two infant rooms. I graduated from Watertown High School and have an associates degree in Human Services from JCC. Even though I've lived in Watertown my whole life, I am very interested in travelling, and enjoy taking pictures, scrapbooking, reading and shopping.
My name is Nancy Fonda and I am the assistant teacher in Ms. Rose's infant room. I am the mother of three girls and grandmother to one grandson. I am currently engaged and reside in Carthage. I received my CDA in New Mexico. I was fortunate to have spent over 20 years traveling with my children. I have lived in Germany, Texas, New Mexico and spent time in Hawaii when my grandson was born. My family has a long record of military service. Outside of work I enjoy horseback riding, camping, and spend a lot of time hiking with my fiancee and four-wheeling.
Hello, my name is Jennifer Stassi and I'm the Administrative Assistant here at New Day. I started working here in November of 2007. My husband and I live here in Watertown. Anthony is in the Army and he returned from Afghanistan in May of 2007. He served in Operation Enduring Freedom VI and VII. I graduated from Harrisville Central school in June of 2003 then I received my A.O.S. Degree in Administrative Assisting at Bryant and Stratton College in Syracuse the winter of 2004. A couple of interesting facts you may not know about me would be that I have been playing soccer since I was 5 and I played all the way up and into college. Also, I learned to play the piano when I was in junior high. My hobbies are scrapbooking, photography, playing soccer, and playing with our Cairn Terrier, Tyson.
Hello, my name is Hayley Beth Grant. I graduated from Indian River Central with a Regents Diploma and was inducted into the National Honor Society in 11th grade. I love to sing. I was in Chorus from Kindergarden all the way up to my senior year. I went to JCC and graduated with an AAS degree in Early Childhood. Of Course, I love children that is why I decided upon Early Childhood for my career path. I am the assistant teacher in Miss Rosie Waters room. I work and play with 3 year old children. I also love animals. I have a dog, 2 cats, and 2 fish. My second career choice would have to be something along the lines of animals because I love to take care of them. My favorite food is anything that sounds good to me at the time.
Hello, my name is Barb Brown. I'm married with 3 children; 2 boys, and 1 girl. My husband is in the National Guard and works at Fort Drum as a Civilian Technician. He was active duty for many years. I went to nursing school and I am an LPN. In my free time I like to travel, shop, cook, and play bingo. I enjoy working here at New Day as a Cook II in the Kitchen.
Hello, my name is Sandra Serpa. I'm 29 years old, married to a wonderful husband, Joe and mother of an adorable 2 year old son, Adrian. I love being around children, love to dance, play volleyball, take pictures (especially of my son), swim, spend time with family and friends. I started at New Day in March 2008 and I have been a sub in every room at the center. I recently started in the position of Teacher's Assistant in Leisa's Toddler Room.
Hi! My name is Wendy Hosler! I joined New Day staff in one of the baby rooms in May of 2008 after many years of daycare in my home. I have 6 grandchildren and enjoy spending time with them camping. I enjoy reading, crocheting, nascar, and spending time with good friends.
Hello! My name is Mandi Laclair, and I am the Head Teacher in the Infant Room. I have an 18 mos old son named Kaleb. I went to JCC and graduated with an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Developement. I enjoy camping and swimming in the summer, cleaning my house, and being with my family.
Hey! My name isAshley Markanich! I have lived in Watertown my whole life. I started at New Day in June 2008. I'm the assistant teacher in the baby room with Mandi. I enjoy camping, four-wheeling, snowmobiling, and shopping.
Hello, My name is Shayla Brown. I have been working as a substitute since November 2007 and I am working as a school age teacher for the summer program. I just graduated from JCC with my Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, and I am preparing to start on my Bachelor's degree in the fall. I live in Black River with my beautiful 3 1/2 year old daughter, Hailey. She's my world!
Hi! My name is Andrea Scott. I work in the Toddler Room. I have been working at New Day since April, when I moved to Watertown. In my spare time I like to go fishing, camping, and be outside. I have been working with children for six years, and absolutely love it!
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