First School is a
support ministry of First Baptist Church. The purpose of the school is to
provide children with a real opportunity to learn the Christian way of life on
their own level. They will do this as they work with loving, understanding
teachers who express Christian ideas and attitudes in thought, word, and deed
and as they use interesting materials in work and play situations with other
children.
It is also the
objective to provide a warm, loving environment in which each child is
recognized for his or her uniqueness and is encouraged to develop to his or her
potential. Our teachers provide a nurturing environment to promote academic,
spiritual, emotional and social growth. Through positive reinforcement, we
strive to instill the value and joy of learning within each child.
At First School, we
provide a safe environment for our students, with limited access to the
building. We take pride in knowing that parents can rest well knowing that
their children are in a safe environment where they can learn and grow. All
staff are certified in ADE, CPR and First Aid.
| 2's and 3's | 8:40 am - 12 pm |
| Pre-K and Kindergarten | 8:40 am - 2 pm |
| Before School hours | 7:00 am - 8:40 am |
| After School hours | 12 pm - 3 pm |
If you have any questions, you may contact us at 912-427-4239 or by email at
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I have been with First School since 2016, when my youngest was in the 3-year-old class. I started off as a substitute teacher, then became a teacher of the 2-year-old class in 2017 and finally in 2021 I became the Director of First School. I hold a degree in Business Office Technology and Accounting.
I love that First School is a small school so that the family of the students become family and friends to me. I love that I get to watch the students grow from the 2-year-old program to kindergarten and beyond. I am grateful that not only do I get to see the students grow academically but also with God.
I was born and raised in Jesup and have been married for over 20 years and have three boys. In my free time I like to travel and work on my little farm.
My name is Pam Shavor. I help the Director in any capacity and assist the teachers. I have been with First School since 2019. This is a very rewarding job watching the children excel academically, but the most rewarding of all is watching them learn about Jesus.
My name is Leanne Vanderveen. I am 54 years old. I have been teaching at First School since 2001-when my own children were small. I have been teaching kindergarten for ten years. I am married, have two adult children, and two precious grandchildren. I have a bachelor's degree in early childhood education from Georgia Southern University.
It is both a wonderful opportunity and a great responsibility to teach young children. Kindergarten is a busy, fun, full year of learning that gets a child ready for first grade. I sincerely believe though, that the most important thing I can teach any child is about Jesus and His great love for us.
My name is Chloe Johnson and I have the honor of teaching Kindergarten. I am a military spouse and have two little girls. I love music and being outdoors. I have a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, with two endorsements in Reading for K-12 and English Speakers of Other Languages.
Kindergarten is an essential year and where the foundation of education begins. I am very excited to work with your child this year and watch them grow. Most importantly, I am thrilled to share my faith in Jesus with them and watch them blossom in his love and guidance.
Starting in 2020 I have had the honor of teaching at First School. I have been leading our prekindergarten program. I obtained my associate's degree in early childhood education in 2021. I am the mother of two amazing kids who keep me very busy with their many extracurricular activities. I previously worked in the medical field, but I truly believe I belong in early childhood education.
I enjoy working with younger children as we work to introduce them to a school setting so they can flourish to be their best self by encouraging growth, limiting distractions and focusing on goals.
My name is Jennifer Daniels, and I am a 3-year-old teacher at First School. I am married to my husband Lee, and we have two boys, Harm and Holt. I graduated from Georgia Southern University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology. I have been teaching dance, baton and acrobatics for over 20 years. This is my 2nd year teaching for First School, although I have been involved with this program for many years. I am beyond excited to be teaching your little ones and cannot wait to learn and grow together!
Hello! My name is Ms. Hattie, and I had the honor of teaching the 2-year-old class at First School for the last few years. I am a mom of two myself and have always had a passion for teaching and helping little ones grow and develop. I love teaching with a fun hands-on experience and strive to make learning fun. I hope to continue working and teaching with a faith-based atmosphere for many more years.
I'm Dana Flowers, and I'm blessed to serve alongside my husband on the ministry staff at Parkway Church of God. We're proud parents of three wonderful sons who share our passion for serving the Lord. With over 30 years of experience working with children in various settings, I'm dedicated to sharing the love of Jesus and guiding young hearts on their spiritual journey.
Hello, my name is Lanie Wilson. I am married to my husband of 12 years Mark Wilson and we have a little girl named Reign. We love to spend time with her and have family time. We attend Victory Tabernacle and have been for 13 years.
I love teaching hands on and having fun. I can't wait to teach your little ones about the Lord and prepare them for a school setting.
