Mrs. Sommer
Owner
Mrs. Sommer has worked with children since 2011. She has worked mainly administratively, or behind the scenes. When the opportunity was available for her to own her own business, she jumped and Leap & Learn Preschool was the result. Truthfully, it was a win-win for everyone. It allowed our parents to continue to have a fun, safe, and caring environment for their kids to go to, while not skipping a beat. Although Sommer is the owner you will find her very active in the business. She handles all things administrative, as well as stepping into classrooms from time to time as needed. Quality and safety are among her top priorities. But if you know Sommer then you know FUN is equally important. You can often find her snooping around classrooms acting silly and goofy with the kids. Sommer is excited about her new position and the time she gets to spend with children. If you ask her she will tell you "Hanging out with kids keeps you young!"
FUN FACT: Sommer talks to all animals like they can understand what she is saying, and would talk back to her!
Mrs. Jen
Director
Mrs. Jen has worked in childcare and coached gymnastics for over 20 years, specializing in toddler and preschool-aged children, she has worked in the capacity of Preschool and Gymnastics Director for nearly 24 years. Jen, her husband, and 3 kids moved to Arizona in 2014. Jen’s dream of starting a preschool started small and grew into helping to bring a much-needed service to Prescott Valley. Jen has worked hard to keep this dream alive and as a team, Sommer and Jen have worked side by side through many challenges to see it thrive. Jen especially loves to watch how the kids grow through the preschool years when there is never a dull moment and they learn so much in a short time. Leap & Learn Preschool is more proof that they are committed to the children, families, and the community.
FUN FACT: Jen was a college cheerleader and can STILL do a backhandspring!
Miss Maggie
Assessment Coordinator
Miss Maggie and her family relocated to Prescott Valley in 2019. She played volleyball at Bradshaw Mountain High School while finishing High School. When it was time for Maggie to get a job, she needed something that would allow her the flexibility to play club volleyball (no nights or weekends). Enter Sommer! Maggie was quickly hired and started her journey as a teacher's assistant, which quickly grew into a toddler teacher, eventually establishing her place as a 3-year-old preschool teacher! Her patience and love for her kiddos is evident. You will always find Maggie's class doing fun and creative things. She has a very artistic mind and allows the kids to explore their creative side every day. We feel very lucky to have Maggie and to see what her future holds with Leap & Learn Preschool.
FUN FACT! Maggie can also be found being used as the designated grabber of all things too high for others to reach!
Mrs. Veronica
Director's Designee
Miss Veronica or Miss Vee as we like to call her, kind of stumbled her way into preschool life. After moving to Prescott from California, she was a full-time nanny for her niece who already attended a local preschool. We instantly loved her fun outgoing personality! Her love of kids is evident in the effort she puts into making every child feel empowered. It has been a joy watching Veronica transform and grow into a full-fledged preschool teacher as well as a Director's Designee! She works well with kids of all ages but has fallen in love with teaching toddlers. Veronica has a very infectious spirit, laugh, and smile. She comes to work every day with a smile on her face and a positive vibe that easily rubs off on her team members. She has been nothing short of supportive and excited for her journey with Leap and Learn Preschool, and with Veronica on the team it will be nothing short of fun!
FUN FACT: Veronica’s goal in life is to be sponsored by Dutch Bros., so she can get all the free drinks her heart desires!
Miss Jayda
Director's Designee
Mrs. Jayda was a competitive gymnast for 12 years, which makes her a great fit to teach our gym classes. Jayda has been working in a preschool setting since 2020. Her love of kids is evident in the creative ways she leads her classes. She is always creating fun new ways to get the wiggles out, in a well-managed class environment. Jayda can often be heard singing her way through class time, encouraging the kiddos to do the same. When Jayda is not teaching gym classes she is often found filling in various classrooms, working as our Directors Designee. Jayda can always be counted on to keep the kids entertained which is why she is a great fit for Leap & Learn!
FUN FACT: Jayda is an actress and singer at heart and can be seen in some of our local town productions. She also sang back up at a One Republic concert in 2023.