Kristen Payton

Educational Background: Bachelor of Applied Arts from Central Michigan
University in Child Development and Child Psychology. Also a proud
graduate of St. Mary Cathedral School.

Job title(s): Preschool Teacher

Family Details: I am married to Scott and we have two daughters, Dawson
and Baylor.

Favorite Special Treat: donuts or chocolate cake

Favorite Color(s): (Earth tone) Green

Guiding principals: Play is an essential part of early learning and play is the
work of a child. It is the most effective way to teach preschoolers and
through play we foster literacy, math, social emotional development,
spirituality, fine and gross motor skills and creative expression.

Favorite Bible verse: When my heart is overwhelmed lead me to the rock
that is higher than I. Psalm 61:2