Our Child Care Directors in Jackson

Mariann graduated from Jackson Community College with an Associates Degree and Eastern Michigan University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education.  Mariann joined ABC Academy on Lansing Ave. in 1992 as a Teacher, Toddler Coordinator, and Assistant Director. The location has since become a Nationally Accredited program. Mariann says that she is proud to be part of a group of hard-working and caring individuals that provide an excellent program for the community.

Lori has been with ABC Academy since 2002. She quickly demonstrated her strong teaching and leadership skills and was promoted to the lead teacher of our preschool classroom and center assistant director. Lori has been a committee member of the Jackson Area Early Childhood Conference since its inception and is a current member of the Jackson Educators for Young Children, a local child care directors leadership group. Lori is currently working towards earning her bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Development.

Katlyn Clough joined ABC Academy in 2014 at the Jackson College location. I grew up in Parma, Michigan on a small farm where I participated in 4H until I was 18 years old. I graduated from Western High School in 2011 and then attended Baker College to obtain my Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education. As an Early Childhood Educator, my goal is to provide a safe, warm, nurturing environment where each child can develop the fundamentals of life. My motto is that all children should be hugged first, and then taught.