Our Staff

My name is Devin Willis, and I’m proud to serve as the Director of Allison Creek Preschool. Allison Creek is much more than preschool to me. It is a community that I have had the privilege of being part of since 2012. Over the years, I have loved getting to know so many wonderful children and families and watching our preschool grow while continuing to provide the warm, nurturing environment that makes it so special.
I have called the Lake Wylie/Clover area home since 2007 and truly love being part of this community. One of my favorite things about my role is building relationships with local families and having the opportunity to welcome new families into our preschool community.

I am a graduate of UNC Charlotte with a B.A. in Communication Studies. During my time at Allison Creek Preschool, I had the opportunity to serve in different roles, including Assistant Director, before becoming Director. Those experiences have given me a deep appreciation for everything that goes into creating a positive preschool experience for children, parents, and teachers.

I believe the preschool years should be filled with opportunities to learn, explore, build confidence, make friends, and most importantly, experience the joy of being a child. I am passionate about creating an environment where every child feels safe, loved, encouraged, and excited to come to school each day. I also strive to stay current on early childhood education, child development, and best practices so that we can continue providing meaningful learning experiences that help prepare our students for the next step in their educational journey.

One of the greatest joys of my job is watching our students grow throughout their time with us and seeing former students and families return to visit years later. It is a wonderful reminder of the lasting relationships that begin within our preschool walls.

If you are considering Allison Creek Preschool for your family, I would love the opportunity to meet you. Please stop by for a visit, tour our school, meet our fantastic teachers, and see firsthand what makes Allison Creek Preschool such a special place to learn and grow.

I look forward to welcoming you and your family to Allison Creek Preschool!

My name is Lindy Morris, and I am so thankful to be part of the Allison Creek Preschool family! I have been at ACPS since 2024, and I absolutely love teaching the 2's!

My husband, Will, and I were born and raised in Southern California. We have been married for 20 years, and we have three wonderful children, our twin daughters, Abigail and Madison, and our son, Jacob. Between a house full of teenagers and a classroom full of two-year-olds, life is never boring!

I feel so blessed to spend my days helping little ones learn, grow, and explore God's love in a fun and nurturing environment. I can't wait to get to know each of your families and love on your little ones as we learn, play, and make special memories together.

Hi! I’m Ms. Caroline. I have been part of the preschool family since 2020, first as a parent, then as a volunteer and substitute in each of the age groups. In 2023, I was excited to join the team full-time as an assistant, and I truly love getting to learn, play, and grow alongside the children each day.



Originally from Rock Hill, I have called Lake Wylie home since 2015. I graduated from Winthrop University with a degree in Business Administration and Marketing. My husband and I have two wonderful daughters, Charlotte and Carter, who have both been part of this amazing preschool community. Being both a parent and a teacher here gives me a special appreciation for the caring, supportive environment we share, and I feel so grateful to be a part of it.

Hi! I’m Ms. Angie, and I have the privilege of teaching at Allison Creek Preschool. Over the past 15 years at ACPS, I’ve had the opportunity to serve in several roles, and I am now in my fourth year teaching the Three-Year-Old class.

Teaching preschool is more than a job to me; it’s a calling and a ministry that I truly love. I love creating a classroom where children feel safe, loved, encouraged, and excited to learn through play, exploration, and hands-on experiences.

My husband and I have been married for 26 years, and we have one daughter who recently celebrated her 21st birthday. Family is incredibly important to me, and I cherish the time we spend with family and friends.
Outside of preschool, you’ll often find us shag dancing, tailgating at Clemson football games, cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers, reading a good book, or enjoying time together with family and friends.

It is a joy and a privilege to partner with families during these precious preschool years. My prayer is that every child who walks through my classroom doors feels loved, encouraged, and excited to learn while discovering just how special they are to God.

Hello! My name is Mandy Krashner. I have been at ACPS since 2021. I absolutely LOVE Preschool age children! Getting to be a small part of their early education is such a blessing.


My husband, John, and I have been married for 21 years. We have twin boys who are in college and Mini Aussiedoodle named Bear.


I love spending time with my family, going to the beach, reading and swimming.

Hi, my name is Molly Thurman. I am originally from Dayton Ohio. I attended Ohio University where I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy. I relocated to South Carolina in 2007. This is my 19th year teaching at Allison Creek Preschool.


I currently live in Lake Wylie with my husband, David. I have two grown boys, Drew who lives and works in Columbia as an electrical lineman and Sam who is a junior at University of South Carolina.



When I am not teaching. I enjoy camping, watching Steeler football, and going on history adventures with my husband as well as being a Gamecock fan!



I am truly blessed to have the opportunity to teach at and be a part of Allison Creek Preschool.

Hi! I’m Leigh McConnell, and I’m so excited to be starting my sixth year at Allison Creek Preschool! I’ve been teaching preschool for 15 years, and I truly can’t imagine doing anything else.



My husband, Walt, and I live in Lake Wylie with our dog, Huck. We have two amazing daughters: Allie, who is married to Brandon, and Ann Mason, who is married to Logan. We also have the sweetest grandson, Thomas, and before we know it, he’ll be joining us at Allison Creek!



Thank you for sharing your children with us. I can’t wait to get to know each of them and have a fun year together!

Hello my name is Ms. Becky. This is my second year teaching at Allison Creek Preschool. All three of my kids have attended and loved ACPS.

I am originally from Illinois. My husband and I moved to the Lake Wylie area five years ago. We have three beautiful children, two boys and a girl.

When not in the classroom I enjoy hiking, kayaking, fishing, and traveling with my family.

I am truly thankful to be a part of a warm inviting school with such an amazing staff at ACPS. Thank you for sharing your child with us. I feel blessed to be able to watch them grow and learn.

I've been the Assistant Director since 2018. I moved to the Clover area in 2001 when I married my husband, Tim.  We have three sons, Jacob, Mikey and Timmy.  As a family, we enjoy traveling, hiking, kayaking and especially adventuring to National Parks. In my free time, I also love making handmade cards & working out.

All of our boys attended ACPS from 2007-2015. So, ACPS has been a part of our lives for a long time!  My involvement started as a parent, then moved to substitute, the chapel music teacher and finally included serving on the preschool board as the Chairman.  I enjoy working alongside our amazing staff and getting to know all of the kids.  Let's get ready for another year of fun!

My name is Sarah Visser and I’m so excited to be a 2’s teacher here at Allison Creek Preschool. I live close by and have been able to watch the growth daily as well as having the blessing of my twin boys attending. I feel very honored to be asked to come and be a part of this impressive school daily.



I have a bachelor’s degree in Elementary education from Winthrop University (Go Eagles!) and taught before deciding to stay home with my kids. I have 5 children Cooper (20), Marley (17), Finley (15), Miller (13), and Porter (13). Being able to be home with them and work part time for my husband has been the blessing of my life. My passion has always been for kids. Teaching them, loving them, and being a positive adult in their life. As my own children have gotten older and don’t need me as much, I’m excited to be able to pour into my students.



I love the beach and get there when I can but most of my free time is spend on the softball field, the volleyball court, and the soccer pitch. Any time I can steal between watching my kids do all their sports is spent at my pool, reading, or doing whatever craft projects I’ve recently gotten in to.

Hi! My name is Kate Prodromides, and I’m so excited to be joining Allison Creek Preschool as a teacher’s assistant this year!

My husband, Tom, and I moved to Lake Wylie from New York four years ago, and we have three children: Ryan, Emily, and Jack. Jack attended Allison Creek Preschool for three years, and it was such a special place. I’m thrilled to now have the opportunity to be part of the amazing team here.

When I’m not at the preschool, you’ll most likely find me cheering on my kids at the soccer field or the gymnastics gym. I can’t wait to get to know all of the wonderful children and families this school year!

Hi, I'm Ms. Brooke! I’m so excited to be beginning my sixth year at Allison Creek Preschool! I started here as a two-year-old assistant teacher, and this is my second year teaching our three-year-old class.

I've been married to my handsome husband for going on 20 years and we have 3 beautiful girls! My family and I moved here from southern Utah and have called the Clover area home for almost 9 years. Outside of school, I love spending time with my family, reading, and enjoying the outdoors. Most importantly, I love Jesus and feel blessed to have the opportunity to share His love with others, especially the children in my classroom. It is such a joy to be part of their first school experiences and watch them learn, grow, and discover the world around them!

My name is Ali Madsen, and I am originally from Ohio. I have been a teacher for about 10 years, and I have previously substituted at Allison Creek. I am looking forward to getting back into the classroom full time and being a part of your children's learning journey. My husband and I have a 5th grade daughter, a son in kindergarten, and a son in preschool. They are all very much into sports, which keeps us busy during our free time! Both of our sons have also been a part of Allison Creek, and we have had such an amazing experience here from day one. It is such a wonderful place for young minds to learn and grow, I am so thankful to be a part of such a wonderful school!

I am Christie Galeota. My husband and I are originally from West Virginia. I’ve been a preschool teacher for over 15 years. Todd and I have 2 children. Grace is getting her MBA and Owen is entering his sophomore year at USC. I love hanging out with my family, watching sports, swimming, hiking and going on girls’ trips. I am excited to watch your children grow this school year.

Hello! I am Alisha Rudd and have worked at Allison Creek Preschool since 2019. I’m a South Carolina native and currently live in Clover with my husband, two kids and rescue pup, Chewy.



Outside of teaching preschool, I also work as a wedding and lifestyle photographer, which I’ve done since 2010. I love trips to the mountains, good food, thriller movies, and spending time outdoors.



I am excited to be working another year alongside the amazing staff at Allison Creek Preschool and am thankful to all our families who have entrusted their little ones to us!

I have been teaching at Allison Creek Preschool since 2007. I started teaching the four year old class and did that for several years before starting Playball. I moved to York from the DC area in 2005 with my husband and two children. My kids are now both adults. Sadly, babies don’t keep. My daughter graduated from USC and now works full time on the USC campus. My son(who attended ACPS) works full time in sales in Charlotte. I attended the University of Maryland and majored in Elementary Education. I have always loved working with children and started teaching gymnastics in 1988. Playball is the perfect fit for me because it combines my love of teaching and being active.

For the past 17 years, I have had the privilege of serving at Allison Creek Preschool, working with every age group before stepping into my current role as Preschool Assistant. One of my greatest joys is getting to know our children and their families and being a small part of each child’s early learning journey. My husband, Scott, and I have one daughter who will be attending the University of South Carolina. I am thankful to be part of the Allison Creek Preschool family and look forward to welcoming new families each year.

As an ordained Deacon in The United Methodist Church, I serve in extension ministry as both the Preschool Chaplain and a two-year-old teacher at Allison Creek Preschool.

As chaplain, I enjoy finding creative ways to bring the Bible to life for our children and their families. In addition to leading weekly chapel, I develop engaging opportunities for children to experience the stories of Scripture and begin building a strong foundation of faith. We also worship together each week and serve our community through our weekly offering. allowing our children to discover that they are never too young to worship, serve, and share God's love with others. A meaningful part of my ministry is providing pastoral care and support for our preschool families. Whether you are a child or an adult, if you have a need, please reach out. 

I also have the joy of returning to the classroom—my first love after graduating from college. It is a privilege to help our youngest learners explore, discover, and grow each day. Watching children develop confidence in who God created them to be while nurturing their unique gifts, abilities, and curiosity is one of the greatest blessings of my work.

My husband and I live in Lake Wylie with our two boys. Most days you'll find us playing outside, cooking or baking together, or embracing messy science experiments. Originally from just outside Philadelphia, I moved south to attend Queens University, where I earned my undergraduate degree. After entering full-time ministry, I received my master's degree in Christian Practice from Duke Divinity School.

Hi, I’m Courtney Tapper. I am a mother to 4 kids: 3 boys and 1 girl. I have lived in Rock Hill for about 20 years. I have been married to my husband, Bryan Tapper, for 25 years. I love spending time at the beach and hanging out with friends and family. This will be my second year at ACPS. I have enjoyed meeting all the wonderful families and their kids. It has been such a wonderful experience.

Hi, my name is Jill Wolfe.  I am originally from Western Pennsylvania.  My husband and I moved to Carolina’s in 2010.  In 2017 we made our move to Clover and I’m so happy to be part of this community.  Both my children have attended Allison Creek, and I began working here in the Fall of 2021.  It’s truly a blessing to be a part of this preschool.  I love being a part of all these children’s early school years and I love watching them grow up with us.  My goal is always to help your child be successful when they leave our school. 

I have been part of the Allison Creek preschool family for many years, as all three of my children attended ACPS. I began as a substitute teacher in 2017 and later joined the staff full-time.

Originally from the Atlanta area (Go Dawgs!), I have called Lake Wylie home since 2014. I graduated from the University of Central Florida.

Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our three children. Our family loves traveling and cheering on our kids at their sporting events. I’m grateful to be part of the ACPS preschool family!

Hello!   My name is Marie Curtis, and I’m excited to be a part of Allison Creek Preschool!  I have been here since 2017 and have worked with all age groups. I feel blessed to work with children. I believe preschool should be filled with creativity, laughter, and fun memories. I’m originally from South Florida and now live in York for the past 16 years. We love being a part of this wonderful community.  I have been married to my husband, Brandon, for 22 years and his passion and hobby is coaching lacrosse.  

I am proud of the work he does for the local youth and high school. We have a son who is a sophomore at The University of South Carolina, and he loves his internship editing videos for a local marketing company. When I’m not in the classroom, we love to spend time going on trips, relaxing at the pool, and watching movies. 

I’m Jessica, and I am so excited to be joining Allison Creek Preschool for the 2026–2027 school year! Although this is my first year being an assistant teacher at ACPS, I have been part of the preschool family since my daughter began attending in 2023. Over the past few years, I have also enjoyed serving on the Parent Involvement Committee and helping support our wonderful school community.

I was born and raised in Clover, and graduated from Clemson University. Before becoming a stay-at-home mom, I worked as an Early Interventionist, supporting young children and their families during some of their most important developmental years.

My husband and I have two children, Oaklynn, who is 6, and Kohen, who is 2. As both a parent and now a teacher at ACPS, I understand how special these early childhood years are, and I feel honored to be a part of your child’s preschool experience.

I can’t wait to get to know each family and spend the year learning, growing, and making wonderful memories with your sweet kiddos!