Holly Blazek (Miss Holly) Co-Director & 4's Assistant Teacher

   Miss Holly is entering her fourth year at Heart of Valley. She has worked for the past 21 years with children in various capacities. She was the Director of Creative Beginnings Daycare for 5 1/2 years.
   She received her Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education from Lakeland Community College.
   Miss Holly grew up in Eastlake, Ohio. She attended St. Justin Martyr Elementary School and Lake Catholic High School. She is the proud mother of four beautiful children: Haley - 15, Kiley - 14, Tyler - 11, Patrick - 10. They live in Chesterland.
   Her favorite childhood memory - "Camping with my family at Clay's Park. There was always so much to do and with two brothers and two sisters there was always someone to play with."

Heidi Cregar (Miss Heidi) - Co-Director

Miss Heidi has been involved with Heart of Valley for the past 8 years. Starting off as the Valley Presbyterian Church Elder representative for the school, moving on to the Board of Directors, becoming an HOV parent and now the Co-Director.

Miss Heidi has her BA from Hiram College.

She and her husband (Jim) and 3 children Sam, Kelly and Henry live in Bainbridge and are active members of Valley Presbyterian Church.

Her favorite childhood memory - "Spending tons of time with cousins & neighborhood friends, playing outside, backyard carnivals, spending time at 'the cabin' playing in the river and swimming in the pool."

Miss Cris - Prer-K / 4's Teacher
   Miss Cris has been at HOVCP since 2002. Prior to teaching here, she worked as a part-time faculty member in the Early Childhood Department at Lakeland Community College.
   She has a Master's degree in Education (Pre-K through 3rd grade) from Kent State University.
   Miss Cris is married, has two sons, two cats, and a dog. She loves to read and go on vacations.
   Her favorite childhood memory - "Riding my orange bike everywhere!"

Miss Nancy - 3's Teacher/Discovery Tuesdays Teacher

   Miss Nancy is beginning her fifth year at HOVCP. Her children went to Heart of Valley and now she is enjoying teaching there. Miss Nancy has taught preschool for 20 years. She has also taught an after school science program at Hathaway Brown, was the assistant director of Camp Invention, and has been involved in children's ministry at her church for a number of years.
   She has an Early Childhood Education degree from Malone College.
   Miss Nancy has been married for 25 years and has two children, ages 12 and 11. She resides in Russell Township with her family. She enjoys sailing, camping, cooking, and taking family bike rides around the Chagrin area.
   Her favorite childhood memory - "I grew up in Ethiopia where my parents were missionaries to the Anuak people. We lived in a small village of which I have so many fond memories. One of my favorite childhood activities was to make a mud slide and slide into the Baro River, which we lived along. I was in Ethiopia through my 9th grade year of school and have great memories of living overseas."

Jessica Meyers "Miss Jessica" - 3's Assistant

Miss Jessica is also really looking forward to beginning her second year at HOVCP. She has a background in business but is excited to begin a career in education.
   She earned a Bachelor's degree in Business from Ursuline College.
   Miss Jessica grew up in South Russell and now lives in Bainbridge Township. For the past six years, Miss Jessica has enjoyed raising her two sons, David and Thomas who have both attended Heart of Valley. Her hobbies include reading, painting, and photography.
   Miss Jessica's favorite childhood memory - "Spending the summers exploring the woods around my childhood home with my three younger siblings and other children on our street."

Jill Farrar "Miss Jill" - Mom and Tot Teacher

Miss Jill is excited to start her 1st year here at HOV. She will be leading our Mom and Tot class with the help of her 2 year old son Arron! Miss Jill and her husband, Chris, and their 2 children live in Bainbridge.