Children's Center

Our Mission & Values
Our mission is to nurture, inspire, support and educate through play.
The Children's Center upholds the UnityPoint Health - Meriter values of excellence as a way of life, people being our most important resource, and a commitment of service to others. Our teachers work as a team to provide an environment in which parents, children, volunteers and staff can grow and develop together.

Our Learning Environment
We offer a caring and safe learning environment that supports each child in growing and learning to their full potential - emotionally, physically, cognitively and socially.We teach the skills that model the respect that fosters a sense of belonging in our community of classrooms. Our teacher-to-child ratios enhance relationships and support the development of strong social and language skills.
Programs Offered
Meet our Staff

Rachel Weber
Children's Center Manager

Traci Adams
Program Supervisor

Alice Rome
Teacher

Ann McDermott
Creative Arts Specialist

Anne Gerl
Teacher

Aurora Miranda
Teacher
She has an apprenticeship and ECE in early childhood. She loves to work with children, and feels rewarded to watch them grow and learn. She is very happy to be a part of this center and taking care of your wonderful children.

Becky Opheim
Teacher

Brittany Driscoll
Resource Teacher

Christina Opheim
Teacher

Diane Helt
Resource Teacher

Dianna Rego
Teacher
Dianna and her husband Bill have lived in Madison since 1989 and have 2 (adult) children , Mia and William, and 2 wonderful grandchildren, Ares and Isabella.
She loves spending time with her family and exploring nature and music.

Holly Clemens
Teacher

Holly Craig
Teacher

Julie Trieloff
Teacher

Kelsey Springsguth
Teacher

Khadija Boudribila
Teacher

Lori Peters
Kitchen Coordinator

Mari Chalfant
Resource Teacher

Mari Lin Van Haveren
Teacher

Melinda Felker
Teacher

Rachel Haney
Resource Teacher

Rhonda Wright
Teacher

Vicki Stahl-Lambrecht
Teacher
Children's Center Information
Department Information
For Enrollment and Tour Information, Please Contact: (608) 417-5258Address
Open Hours
- Monday: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed