As a ministry of the Presbyterian Church, the PLC seeks to provide a safe, nurturing, Christ-centered educational environment where children and their families feel a sense of support, unity, and acceptance.  Our classes are intentionally small (8:1 in the 3's class and 10:1 in the 4's class) to enable the teachers to focus more on the individual needs and strengths of each child.  The PLC was created to give preschool children the best possible start as they begin their school years.  Our program was developed over 10 years ago to fill a need for high quality Christian preschool education in our community.  At the PLC, children flourish as they experience the joy of learning in a warm and caring place.

 

At the PLC, our teachers are one of our most important assets.  Their most important attribute is an understanding and appreciation for young children and how they learn.  We hire the most qualified teachers available.  Our teachers have Bachelors Degrees or beyond, as well as experience teaching in public and/or private schools.  They continue to attend conferences and classes to enhance their skills.

Linda Hollifield

PLC Director & Shining Stars 3’s Teacher 

Linda has been teaching in the field of Early Childhood Education for over 11 years now.  A former Army Officer, Linda found her niche in ‘preschool’ when her own children were young.  She graduated from Texas Tech University and went back to school to receive her Child Development Associate Credential.  Linda and her husband David just celebrated 23 years of marriage.  They have two children, Megan, 15 and a sophomore at BGHS, and Alex, 12, a 6^th grader at BGJHS.  This is Linda’s fifth year with the PLC. 

Dana Patterson

Super Stars 4’s Teacher 

Dana was born in Bowling Green, and after living away fro several years, she returned to the area with her husband of 13 years, Chris, who pastors St. James United Methodist Church.  Dana and Chris have three children, Alex (10), Cierra (8) – both students at Potter Gray Elementary, and Ben, who soon turns 4.  Dana has her teaching degree from Western Kentucky University and has taught in the Paris, Kentucky school system.  In addition, she has served many volunteer hours working with children of all ages.  This will be Dana’s second year with the PLC.   

Georgeanna Capito, a long-time Presbyterian Church member, serves as the Teacher Aide for the Shining Stars.  She loves children and is a great pair of ‘extra hands’ during art and cooking projects and pitches in wherever she is needed – whether it is gathering supplies or comforting a teary child!  Georgeanna is a gifted artist as well – and shares this with the PLC often!  She and her husband Charlie have been married for 21 years and daughter Sarah is now 18 and a freshman at Western, majoring in Music.  This will be Georgeanna’s fifth year with the PLC. 

Debbie Gregory serves as our Teacher Aide for the Super Stars.  Debbie taught arts & crafts for 15 years through the Bowling Green Parks & Recreation program.  In addition, she has many years experience coaching/training in multiple sports activities.  Debbie and husband Donald have been married for 32 years.  Their son, Kevin, a sergeant in the Army, is currently stationed in Iraq.  She is also enjoys spoiling her two grand babies! This will be Debbie's second year with the PLC.

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