OLIVE TREE DAY SCHOOL TEAM
Trustworthy and Dedicated
Ms. Myra
Lead Teacher - Pre-k
My name is Myra Jimenez. I have been a part of Olive Tree Day School since it was an at home day care. I started as Kelly's assistant teacher and have been blessed to witness God work through her to build this wonderful school. My favorite part about this school is being able to build our student's skills through play, creativity, exploration and share God's love while doing so. I always look forward to getting to know each one of my students and love to see the bonds they build throughout the school year! On my free time I like to read, go to the beach, and spend time with family and friends.
Ms. Kelly
Kelly Wegley is committed to helping children love coming to school. She nurtures friendships with students and families. "The Lord has given me a huge heart for children, I have been working with kids since I was 14 years old." I enjoy teaching them, caring for them and preparing them for all life brings them. Watching our students grow and flourish in their talents brings my heart immense joy. Kelly has her Bachelor's of Science in Child and Family Development from the University of Georgia. She started OTDS in 2017 out of her home and has been incredibly blessed to watch it grow. Her husband and her have two boys, Rex ( 6 ) Leo ( 3 ).
Owner, Director and Part Time Teacher
Ms. Marianne
Lead Teacher - 3's
Marianne has her Bachelor’s of Arts in Liberal Studies from Cal Poly Pomona. Her goal is to create a safe space for children where they feel welcomed, loved, and nurtured. My teaching philosophy centers around fostering a love for learning through play, exploration, and creativity. I believe that every child is unique and deserves an environment that supports their individual growth and development. I enjoy fitness and weight training, watching movies, and spending time with family and friends. I am very excited to be a part of Olive Tree Day School and I look forward to getting to know the children and families.
Ms. Amanda
It was my privilege to work for OTDS in 2017 as a teacher assistant and it brings me such a joy to return as a teacher. Currently, I am a child development major working on completing my Bachelor’s degree with aspirations of graduate school in the future. I love teaching and motivating children to become independent and confident individuals. From zipping their back packs to confidently putting on shoes; I will help guide your child to the potential God has created for them. Witnessing a child’s “aha moment” will never grew old. Specifically, watching the joy on a child’s face when they have accomplished a task.
Ms. Amanda is married to her husband Jerry and they have a daughter name Juliette who is 4 years old and also a student. I am so happy to be part of the OTDS family once again!
Lead Teacher - 2's
Hello! My name is Nicole Epps, I graduated in 2014 at California Baptist University double majoring in Criminal Justice and Leadership Studies. From 2016-2020 I became a 911 Call-taker for the Orange County Sheriff’s Department. I have been married for eight years and we have a four-year-old girl and a three-year-old boy. I have been blessed serving at my local church on Sundays for 15 years primarily ages 2-4 years old. I recently completed required courses at Laguna Technical College to be certified in Early Childhood Education. Being part of the Olive Tree Family and serving along exceptional gifted teachers continues to be an outgoing adventure in which my son and daughter are a part of it as well! They are blessed for being part of a solid, rooted and enriched Christian base education that is given here at Olive Tree! I am deeply grateful and looking forward to what the Lord has in store for each student attending.
Ms. Nicole
Lead Teacher - 3's