Meet Our Staff
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Mrs. Dani
Daycare Center Owner
About Me:
I am a mother to two children, ages 6 and 4. I worked for Safari for 6 years before my husband and I purchased the center in 2021. I have a Bachelor's in Human Services and a minor in Psychology. I also have an Associate's in Early Childhood Education.
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Movie: The Little Mermaid
Weather: Winter
Color: Pink
Fruit: Mangos
Book: Love You Forever
Sport: Softball
Ms. Toni
Toddler Rm Lead teacher
About Me:
I have 3 children, two are in college at Iowa State and the University of Iowa. I live in Miflrod and went to High School in Spirit Lake.
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Movie: Shawshank Redemption
Weather: Summer
Color: Turquoise
Fruit: Blackberry
Book: VC Andrews
Sport: Football or Softball
Ms. Abby
Preschool Lead Teacher
About Me:
I live in Spirit Lake and have a daught that is 2 years-old. I like doing things outside and spending time with my family.
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Movie: Shrek
Weather: Fall/Autumn
Color: Purple
Fruit: Grapes
Book: Twilight
Sport: Basketball
Ms. Angie
Toddler Rm. Assistant Teacher
About Me:
Hi, my name is Angie Swanson! A couple things I love about my job are coming to work and getting hugs from the kids and listening to their stories everyday.
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Movie: The Littler Mermaid
Weather: Summer & Fall
Color: Blue
Fruit: Watermelon
Book: Pete the Cat
Sport: None
Mrs. Diane
Lead Cook
About Me:
I am a mother of 2 grown adults, and I have 6 grandchildren! I was also born and raised in Arnolds Park.
Favorites
Movie : 90 minutes in Heaven
Weather: Summer
Color : Pink
Fruit : Watermelon
Book : Any by Danielle Steel
Sport: Football-GO CHIEFS
Ms. Sam
2's Lead Teacher
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Ms. Mylee
About Me:
I love working with kids and working in child care has always been something I have wanted to do. I love making new relationships with those around me.
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Book: The Summer I Turned Pretty
Weather: Rainy and Sunny
Color: Teal
Fruit: Apple
Animal: Cow
Movie: A Walk to Remember
Ms. Kilyn
About Me:
I live in Spencer with my Fiance and two kitties, Stella and Winston. I am working on my Masters of Science in CMHC (Clinical Mental Healthy Counseling) at Drake University. I grew up in Harris Iowa.
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Book: Daring Greatly by Brene Brown
Weather: Fall
Color: Pink
Fruit: Raspberry
Animal: Koala
Movie: The Butterfly Effect
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Ms. Brooke
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Ms. Keala
About Me:
I am from Atlanta, GA. I graduated from a K-12 Christian school. I recently moved to Iowa for College to get my degree in Business Management. I have also been working in childcare for 3 1/2 years and I love it!
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Book: None
Weather: Hot/Sunny
Color: Pink
Fruit: Kiwi & Pineapple
Animal: Dolphin
Movie: Moana
Ms. Kyla
About Me:
I am from Rapid City, SD. where the rest of my family currently lives. I hope to see the lakes as home as much as I see the hills as home.
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Book: Salt to the Sea
Weather: Rainy
Color: Green
Fruit: Watermelon
Animal: Orangutan
Movie: Prince of Egypt
Ms. Mallory
About Me:
I have lived in Milford my whole life. I graduated Okoboji in 2024 and now attend UNI studying Psychology!
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Book: Verity
Weather: Sunny
Color: Purple
Fruit: Mango
Animal: Dog
Movie: La La Land
Ms. Kylan
About Me:
I'm going into my Junior year at Okoboji High School. I play volleyball and hope to play soccer as well. I really enjoy math and science. In my free time I enjoy working out, cooking, reading, wakesurfing, tanning, working, and playing volleyball.
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Book: It Ends with Us
Weather: Warm and Sunny
Color: Pink
Fruit: Strawberries
Animal: Whale Shark
Movie: The Notebook
Ms. Ramiah
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