Staff Qualifications

Our staff is made up of a team of caring, experienced and qualified teachers who meet the certification requirements established by the state of Kansas. Each has a personal relationship with Christ. We are blessed to have teachers who enjoy their jobs and have been committed to our work here at OCC Preschool for many years.

Director

Sandy Rempel

  • Current Director at OCC Preschool for 5 years

  • BS in Education with an Early Childhood Endorsement

  • Over 30 years of experience as an elementary school teacher; primarily in Kindergarten

  • 2018 District Elementary Nominee for Kansas Teacher of the Year

  • Member of Reno Co. K Ready Task Force

  • Start up team & board member of ORL Early Learning Center

  • District K Team Leader

TEACHERS

BriAnne Friesen

  • 2024-2025 Pre-K Teacher

  • Employed with OCC Preschool 13 years

  • B.A. Degree in Linguistics and English

  • Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education

  • Mother of two elementary age girls

  • Children's Ministry Sunday School Teacher at OCC since 2010

  • Experience as ESL Preschool Aide

Laura Newson

  • 2024-2025 Preschool Teacher Older 3’s

  • Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice

  • Mother of two boys (1 middle school, 1 elementary school)

  • Preschool teacher 3 years

  • Children and Youth Ministry Volunteer at OCC

  • Classroom Para in special needs classroom

  • Substitute teacher

Addison Halstead

  • 2024-2025 Preschool Teacher Young 3’s and Afternoon Care

  • Currently working on Early Childhood Degree and CDA License

  • Completed first year of Biblical studies at Ozark Christian College

  • Experienced nanny and babysitter

  • Certified CPR and First Aid

  • Experience working in Preschool and Daycare program

  • Children and Youth Ministry Volunteer at OCC