Our Staff

Our Director

Ms Krista

Teacher tidbits:

Krista Allen is our director. She has worked with kids ever since she was 18 and taught kindergarten for many years as well. She has been with Stepping Stones since 2011. She grew up in California and Nevada, but went to college in Kansas on scholarship. She has been married to her husband since 2007 and has twin daughters.

• Birthday-4/23

Favorites:

• Place to get a quick lunch: McDonalds
• Restaurant: Chili's or Sumo
• Shopping spots: Hobby Lobby/Amazon
• Soda: Diet Coke
• Sonic Drink: Diet Coke 
• Coffee Drink: none
• Candy: Reese's
• Color: Blue
• Place to get a gift card from: Hobby Lobby/Amazon/Target
• Meal: Plain burger and fries
• Snack food: Pistachios, Cashews, Plain Ruffles 
• Candle Scents: Pumpkin, Sugar Cookie

1 year old class

Ms Samantha 

Teacher Tidbits:

I am married, mom of 3, Oliver, Eli, and Daisy Jo. I have been a stay at home mom and I am so excited to spend time with your children. I love children and have worked in child care for years. 

• Birthday: 11/2

Favorites:

• Place to get a quick lunch: Chick fil a 
• Restaurant: Texas Roadhouse 
• Shopping spots: Old Navy, Target, Joanns
• Soda: Barqs Root Beer
• Sonic Drink: Water with Raspberry and Mango 
• Coffee: Iced Chai with double shot
• Candy: Payday 
• Color: Teal/Orange 
• Place to get a gift card from: Target, Old Navy, Sonic, Dutch Bros, Cowgirl Coffee
• Snack food: Popcorn
• Candle scent: Anything fruity or floral 

Ms Tanya

Teacher tidbits:

I am married with 4 kids. Born and raised in Oklahoma. This is my first year at Stepping Stones and I'm excited 

to get to know and care for your babies. 

• Birthday: 2/28

Favorites:

• Place to get a quick lunch: Chik Fil A
• Restaurant: McAllisters
• Shopping spots: Target, Walmart
• Soda: Nope
• Sonic drink: Cherry Limeade
• Candy: Twizzlers
• Color: Teal
• Place to get gift card: Amazon, Target
• Snack: Beef Jerky
• Candle: Fruity

2 Year Old Class

Ms Karlie 
Teacher Tidbits:

Favorites:

• Place to get a quick lunch: Chik-Fil-A
• Restaurant: Eddies or Buffalo Wild Wings
• Shopping Spots: Target
• Soda: Diet Dr. Pepper
• Coffee: Iced Coffee
• Candy: Peanut M&Ms
• Color: Black
• Place to get a gift card from: Target
• Meal: Pizza
• Snack Food: Beef Jerky
• Candle Scent: Eucalyptus

Teacher Tidbits:

Ms Katrina

Hi families! My name is Katrina and I am going to be the assistant in the Kitten Class. I am a mother of three beautiful                  girls, have been married for eleven years, and am so excited to get to know your children and help them grow!

• Birthday: 1/16

Favorites:

• Place to get a quick lunch: Chik-Fil-A
• Restaurant: Texas Roadhouse
• Shopping Spots: Target
• Soda: Coke
• Sonic Drink: Sprite/Strawberry Limeade
• Coffee: Dutch Bros
• Candy: Peach Rings, Chocolate
• Color: Pink and Yellow
• Place to get a gift card from: Target
• Meal: Chinese
• Snack Food: Chips, Beef Jerky
• Candle Scent: Clean, Fruity

3 year old class

• Birthday-6/29

Favorites:

• Place to get a quick lunch: Chick fil A
• Restaurant: Fuzzy's or Brent's
• Shopping spots: Target or Amazon
• Soda: Dr Pepper Zero
• Sonic Drink: Diet Dr Pepper
• Coffee Drink: Cowgirl Coffee
• Candy: Dark chocolate Reese's
• Color: Pink
• Place to get a gift card from: Target, Amazon
• Meal: Mexican
• Snack food: Beef Jerky, Cashews, Spicy Peanuts
• Candle Scent- Warm fall scents
• Snack food- honey roasted pistachios
• Candle scents- Lavender or vanilla

Ms Caley

Teacher Tidbits:

I am the assistant teacher in the Puppy class. I am married with 5 boys. Born and raised in Oklahoma. I have been with Stepping Stones for two years and am a very active member in my kids' PTO. I am excited to make some memories with your kids.

 

• Birthday: 2/26

Favorites:

• Place to get a quick lunch: Fuzzy's
• Restaurant: Mexican
• Shopping spots: Target 
• Soda: Dr Pepper Zero
• Sonic Drink: Sprite Zero with Peach
• Coffee Drink: Starbes
• Candy: Peanut Butter M&Ms
• Color: Turquoise
• Place to get a gift card from: Amazon
• Meal: Mexican
• Snack food: Chex Mix
• Candle Scent- Clean 

 

4 year old class

Ms Callie

Teacher Tidbits:

I have been married for 24 years, have four daughters ranging in age from 9-20 and have taught several years in Kinder and PreK. I received my Bachelor's Degree from UCO in Early Childhood Education and am looking forward to a great year!

 

• Birthday: 7/7

Favorites:

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• Place to get a quick lunch: Chick Fil A
• Restaurant: Pepperoni Grill
• Shopping spots: Tee for the Soul
• Soda: Coke
• Sonic Drink: Strawberry Limeade
• Coffee Drink: Starbucks
• Candy: Apple Jolly Ranchers
• Color: all
• Place to get a gift card from: Target
• Meal: Italian
• Snack food: Pretzels and almonds
• Candle Scent-none

 

Ms Rachelle

Teacher Tidbits: 

I have been married to my husband 18 years and together we have 6 children and 4 grandbabies with one on the way. In my spare time I enjoy time with my family, crafting, serving at my church, and loving on my grandbabies. I was a stay at home Mom for many years so kids are my life! I love viewing the world through the eyes of a child.

 

• Birthday: 1/19

Favorites:

• Place to get a quick lunch: Chick fil A
• Restaurant: chili's
• Shopping Spots: Hobby Lobby
• Soda: Diet Coke
• Sonic Drink: Diet Ocean Water
• Coffee: Regular sugar free with cream
• Candy: Reese's
• Color: Teal or Pink
• Place to get a gift card from: Walmart
• Meal: Chinese
• Snack food: Sour Worms