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OUR WONDERFUL STAFF

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ANGELA PERDUE

Angela earned a Bachelor's Degree from Wake Forest University in 1994. Prior to working at the Preschool, Angela was a stay-at-home mom and volunteer with HisCare Ministries for more than 10 years. In addition, she has worked in retail management and as an office manager. Angela and her husband, Rodney, have 3 wonderful daughters, a dog, and 2 cats. They have attended Hillsdale UMC since the early days at the gym. In her spare time, Angela enjoys reading, scrapbooking, and spending time with her family.

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MICHELE SHAVER

LEAD TEACHER of our FANTASTIC FOURS

Prior to joining the preschool, Michele worked 15 plus years as a Program Director for the YMCA which included supervision of Summer Day Camps, Before and After School Childcare programs, and all of the Health and Wellness Programs. She also taught the Preschool Gymnastics Program and Homeschool PE classes. Michele is currently working for Davie County Schools where she has subbed for seven-plus years. She has three daughters and in her spare time enjoys traveling with them to their cheer competitions near and far.

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NANCY ROBERSON

ASSISTANT TEACHER of our FANTASTIC FOURS

Nancy is excited to be joining the Hillsdale Preschool. She is from Danville, Virginia and moved here with her husband and daughter. She is the mother of 1 and loves children. Aside from working at the preschool, she also works with individuals who have mental and physical disabilities doing in-home care. She has been doing direct support care since 2009. Nancy feels blessed that God has allowed her this opportunity and looks forward to working with the children. 

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ALEX MARTIN

LEAD TEACHER of our ENTHUSIASTIC THREES

Alex is so excited to be joining the preschool team at Hillsdale! She was born and raised in Davie County and attended Hillsdale for church most of her life! She graduated from DCCC with her cosmetology license in 2013 and worked in the hair industry for 3 years prior to having kids! Since then, she has been a stay-at-home mom to 2 boys, ages 3 and 5, and also enjoys working her Scentsy business on the side! She loves to be creative and help the little ones learn as much as they can in the most fun ways! In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, crafting, and a good cup of coffee! She is so excited to begin this journey with Hillsdale Preschool!

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LEXI SUTTON

ASSISTANT TEACHER of our ENTHUSIASTIC THREES

Lexi is thrilled to join the preschool team at Hillsdale! Her passion for working with children has guided her through various roles, including serving as a teacher’s aide while attending Western Carolina, an afterschool teacher, and a daycare assistant. She is grateful to have found such a supportive and inspiring team, and she looks forward to growing in this new role and contributing to the wonderful community at Hillsdale.

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SANDY HENDRIX

LEAD TEACHER of our TERRIFIC TWOS

Sandy retired in 2021 after teaching first and second grades at Pinebrook Elementary school for 29 years. She knew working with children was something she wanted to continue and was so excited for the opportunity to teach the two-year-old class.  She has taught at the preschool for the last several summers with all age groups.  She is also the new Hiz Kids Program Director for Hillsdale.  Even though she retired from teaching school, she is so thankful to be able to continue touching young lives in these new roles and sharing the love of Jesus with them. She lives with her husband, David, and her Goldendoodle, Josie.  She has two amazing sons.  Matthew lives in Colorado and Jacob is a junior at UNC Charlotte.  She loves spending time with her family and friends, playing with her dog, visiting the mountains and the beach, reading, and cooking.  

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BETH CONLEY

ASSISTANT TEACHER of our  TERRIFIC TWOS

Beth was born and raised in Boone, NC. She attended Caldwell Community College and from there earned her CNA and Med Tech License. She began her work at an Alzheimer's unit in Boone for several years before getting married and moving to Kernersville. From there she continued her work at a facility in High Point, After having her first son 10 years ago she became a stay-at-home mom. She has 2 boys, 10 and 5. During that time she has babysat/nannied for several families. Beth and her family moved to Clemmons in 2017 and are members at Hillsdale. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, spending time with her family outside, and watching her boys play soccer. 

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SUSAN NIFONG

LEAD TEACHER of our  WONDERFUL ONES

Susan grew up in Davie County and has lived in Virginia, Missouri, and South Dakota over the past 26 years. She and her husband, Roland, have 3 children and 5 grandchildren.  Susan has a background in Early Childhood and Elementary Education as a teaching assistant. She is thankful to be back in Davie County and to be part of the preschool at Hillsdale. Susan enjoys cooking, traveling, gardening, and spending time with family and friends. 

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RACHEL BAKKER

ASSISTANT TEACHER of our  WONDERFUL ONES

Rachel is originally from Indian River, MI. She attended Ferris State University where she obtained her Unit Clerk Certification and met her husband TIck. After graduating, she moved to Louisiana where she worked as a medical receptionist and a front desk coordinator for 5 years. She relocated to North Carolina in late 2012 and has been a resident of the area ever since. She was a stay-at-home mom for 10 years until her two energetic boys were both in elementary school. During that time, Rachel also obtained a CNA Certification from Forsyth Tech in 2021. In her free time, Rachel enjoys triathlons, kayaking, and camping with her family. Rachel also volunteers her time helping with the Soup Ministry at Hillsdale UMC. She is excited to join the Hillsdale Preschool team and looks forward to working with God's children!

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COURTNEY MYERS

ASSISTANT TEACHER of our WONDERFUL ONES

Courtney was born in Davidson County and moved to Davie in 2004. She and her husband have three awesome children, one granddaughter, and another on the way! She has a degree in early childhood education and has worked with young children for 15+ years. She is also a substitute teacher for Davie County Schools when she is not with the wonderful children at Hilldale. She enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with family

Photographs provided by Kim Shouse Photography.

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