We are proud to introduce you to the dedicated and talented educators and assistants who make up our faculty. Our staff is committed to providing a high-quality education for all of our students and are always looking for ways to improve and innovate in the classroom. Each of our teachers brings a unique set of skills, experiences, and passions to their teaching, and we are fortunate to have such a diverse and dynamic group of professionals on our team. Thank you for entrusting us with your child's early education, and we look forward to working with you and your family.
Owner
Katie Lorenzoni
Katie Lorenzoni is a proud native of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and a graduate of Iron Mountain High School. After marrying a US Air Force veteran and starting a family, she pursued her passion for early childhood education and earned a degree from American Military University. Upon returning to Michigan to raise their family, The Lorenzoni's took the opportunity to turn her dreams into reality and purchased Great Beginnings in 2016. As a dedicated and experienced child care educator, Katie is committed to providing the highest quality care and education for children. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, kayaking & camping!
Directors
Rebecca O.
Preschool Program Director
Toddler Preschool - Blue Room Lead
Rebecca Graduated from Niagara High School and went on to attend Northern Michigan University where she obtained her Bachelor's Degree in English Writing and Psychology. She also has a Masters of Education in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis on Early Childhood Education from Arizona State University. Rebecca lives in Norway Mi and loves reading, spending time with her pets and attending Broadway Across America Musicals. Rebecca oversees the daily operations and administration of the center.
Toddler Preschool - Blue Room Lead
Rebecca Graduated from Niagara High School and went on to attend Northern Michigan University where she obtained her Bachelor's Degree in English Writing and Psychology. She also has a Masters of Education in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis on Early Childhood Education from Arizona State University. Rebecca lives in Norway Mi and loves reading, spending time with her pets and attending Broadway Across America Musicals. Rebecca oversees the daily operations and administration of the center.
Emily G.
Infant Program Director
Infant Toddler - Yellow Room Lead
Emily Graduated from Kingsford High School and is currently attending Bay Mills Community College to receive her Associates in Early Childhood Education. Emily received her CDA through Bay Mills through a scholarship program offered by Great Beginnings. Emily lives in Iron Mountain, Mi. She loves spending time with her family, especially her daughter and reading. With years of experience in early childhood education, Emily is skilled at creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for infants and toddlers to thrive.
Infant Toddler - Yellow Room Lead
Emily Graduated from Kingsford High School and is currently attending Bay Mills Community College to receive her Associates in Early Childhood Education. Emily received her CDA through Bay Mills through a scholarship program offered by Great Beginnings. Emily lives in Iron Mountain, Mi. She loves spending time with her family, especially her daughter and reading. With years of experience in early childhood education, Emily is skilled at creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for infants and toddlers to thrive.
Staff
Lisa L.
Kitchen Manager
Lisa is a CACFP certified kitchen manager. She recently returned to Iron Mountain, MI to be closer to her family and is excited to be a part of the child care community in her hometown. With over 30 years of experience in the food industry, Lisa is skilled in creating healthy and delicious meals for children. She is committed to following all food safety guidelines and ensuring that the children in our care have access to nutritious and well-balanced meals. In her free time, Lisa enjoys spending time with her family. She looks forward to bringing her expertise and passion for food to the children and families at the center.
Lead Teachers
Cassidy W.
Infant Toddler - Yellow Room Lead
Cassidy is a Kingsford graduate and the lead teacher in our Infant and Toddler classroom. She is a dedicated provider with a passion for helping our youngest children learn and grow. When Cassidy isn't in the classroom, you can find her spending time with her family and her dog. She loves to go kayaking, paddle boarding, and camping with friends.
Cassidy is a Kingsford graduate and the lead teacher in our Infant and Toddler classroom. She is a dedicated provider with a passion for helping our youngest children learn and grow. When Cassidy isn't in the classroom, you can find her spending time with her family and her dog. She loves to go kayaking, paddle boarding, and camping with friends.
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Hannah W.
Toddler Preschool - Blue Room Lead
Hannah is lives in Kingsford, MI where she loves spending time with her two sons. Her favorite thing to do is take vacations! Hannah is currently working on her CDA at Bay Mills Community College using a scholarship through Great Beginnings. She plans to continue her education by pursuing an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education.
Taylor Q.
Toddler Preschool - Blue Room Lead
Taylor is from Iron Mountain, MI and graduated from Iron Mountain High School. Her favorite things to do are shopping, camping, baking, DIY projects, listening to music, and spending time with her daughter. She is passionate about her role as a child care provider in our community.
Taylor is from Iron Mountain, MI and graduated from Iron Mountain High School. Her favorite things to do are shopping, camping, baking, DIY projects, listening to music, and spending time with her daughter. She is passionate about her role as a child care provider in our community.
Zoe F.
Preschool - Green Room Lead
Zoe from Niagara WI and has a passion for creating a supportive and inclusive environment for children to learn, grow and thrive. She also enjoys reading, keeping up with all things pop culture, listening to music and spending time with her friends and family.
Zoe from Niagara WI and has a passion for creating a supportive and inclusive environment for children to learn, grow and thrive. She also enjoys reading, keeping up with all things pop culture, listening to music and spending time with her friends and family.
Teacher’s Aides
Kim N.
Infant Toddler - Yellow Room Teacher’s Aide
Kim graduated from Norway High School in 2007 and currently lives in Norway, MI with her family. She loves spending time with her kids, kayaking and hiking. Kim is currently enrolled at Bay Mills Community College with a scholarship through Great Beginnings to obtain her degree in Early Childhood Education.
Kim graduated from Norway High School in 2007 and currently lives in Norway, MI with her family. She loves spending time with her kids, kayaking and hiking. Kim is currently enrolled at Bay Mills Community College with a scholarship through Great Beginnings to obtain her degree in Early Childhood Education.
Kaylee H.
Preschool - Green Room Teacher’s Aide
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Megan S.
Preschool - Green Room Teacher’s Aide
Megan was born in Orlando, FL and moved to Nashville, TN at age 11. She attended college at Austin Peay State University, where she received a BFA in Theater and Dance with a Dance concentration. She moved to the UP to work at The Dance Academy of Michigan and is very happy to have found Great Beginnings.
Megan was born in Orlando, FL and moved to Nashville, TN at age 11. She attended college at Austin Peay State University, where she received a BFA in Theater and Dance with a Dance concentration. She moved to the UP to work at The Dance Academy of Michigan and is very happy to have found Great Beginnings.