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Our Roots
Little Roots Preschool was founded in 2026 with a simple vision: to create a preschool where children are known, loved, and encouraged to grow in faith and confidence.
Little Roots Preschool is honored to serve families throughout the Treasure Valley by providing engaging, faith-filled learning experiences that prepare children for kindergarten and beyond while creating meaningful opportunities for families to connect with one another, the local community, and grow in their faith.
Our journey began with a simple mission: to create a learning environment that feels like home—where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to grow into their God-given potential.
Our theme verse, Colossians 2:7, reflects the heart of Little Roots:
“Let your roots grow down into him and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness.”
We are passionate about helping little roots grow deep in Jesus’ love as we care for the precious children entrusted to us.
Some of life's sweetest memories begin in preschool. We hope Little Roots Preschool is one of yours.
Meet Our Preschool Staff
We are a team of caring, experienced educators dedicated to your child's growth and well-being.
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Brynn Peake
Teacher
Jamie Chalmers
Brynn enjoys helping children reach their full potential through hands-on experiences. She has a deep appreciation for God's creation and the unexpected teachable moments it brings. When not at Little Roots, Brynn enjoys spending time with her new husband, exploring the outdoors, and making memories with her dog, Lady.
Teacher
Mary Phillips
Tonya Theveny
Jamie brings a wealth of experience in early childhood education and is passionate about helping children grow in confidence, faith, and a lifelong love of learning. She especially enjoys engaging children through hands-on, developmentally appropriate experiences and partnering with families to support each child's unique journey. Outside the classroom, Jamie enjoys spending time with her children and grandchildren, boating, and exploring the outdoors.
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Teacher
Raya Worstell
Mary is passionate about helping young children learn and grow through developmentally appropriate, play-based experiences. With a background in teaching, preschool leadership, tutoring, and children's ministry, she brings a deep understanding of the whole child to her classroom. Mary loves partnering with parents and teachers and enjoys spending time with her five grandchildren and exploring the outdoors.
Tonya enjoys creating engaging, developmentally appropriate experiences that help young children grow socially, emotionally, academically, and spiritually. With a background in preschool teaching and leadership, she creates hands-on learning experience and builds meaningful relationships with children and families. Tonya is excited to help each child grow and thrive at Little Roots.
School Assistant
Raya has always enjoyed working with children and has a natural gift for connecting with them in a positive and nurturing way. Often called a “child whisperer,” she has a special ability to make children feel comfortable, understood, and cared for. Raya loves getting to know each child and helping them feel confident, valued, and excited to learn.
About the Owner/Director
Mrs. Cindy
I'm a mom, aunt, and grandma who loves children and the unique way each one is designed. I believe every child deserves to be loved, respected, and challenged in ways that help them grow with confidence.
For more than a decade, I've had the privilege of teaching preschool, leading Mommy & Me music classes, directing a music school, and creating music enrichment programs for young children. Before opening Little Roots Preschool, I also spent many years in business leadership and finance—experience that now helps me build a preschool that is both nurturing for children and thoughtfully organized for families.
God has woven together various chapters of my life to prepare me for this season. Little Roots Preschool is the result of those experiences—a place where faith, discovery, meaningful relationships, and childhood wonder come together.
Family & Friends
Family and friends mean the world to me. I love them deeply and treasure our time spent together. Rarely does a week go by that I’m not connecting with these special people who bring so much joy and support into my life.
My husband & two daughters
3 sons-in-law &
4 of 6 grandchildren
4 of 6 grandchildren
1 of 6 grandchildren
Pets
Meet my horses, Elko (left) and Lemhi (right), two of God’s special gifts to me. My husband and I rescued them in 2024. They are incredible animals, and I feel truly blessed to be caring for them.
Kona and Duke are also a big part of our family and so much fun to love! Kona (right) joined us during COVID, and we welcomed Duke (left) a couple years later. It took some time for them to adjust to one another, but now they’re the best of friends!
Faith
I have walked with Jesus since I was 10 years old. He has been my strength through every season of life, and I can't imagine walking without him.
I currently attend Foothills Christian Church and have the privilege of serving on their Music, Tech, and MomCo teams.
I believe some of God’s greatest blessings to me are the people He brings into my life—each one for a purpose and a season. Perhaps one of those blessings will be your family. I hope so!
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LEFT: Daughter #2 (Foothills Christian Church Worship Director)
RIGHT: Me
LEFT: Me | CENTER: Daughter #1 | RIGHT: Daughter #2