OUR TEAM

Ms. Debbie – Owner/Center Director

Ms. Debbie’s passion for teaching began at a young age – she started working in education when she was 16 years old. Her extensive experience includes serving as Assistant Principal for Pinecrest School in Chatsworth, California as well as working for a leading childcare corporation.

Ms. Debbie wanted to make a difference for students by opening a family-owned and operated school with a director on site. She founded Kids R Kids in 2005 and has been running it for 14 years and counting. She sees each of the children at the school as one of her own and takes pride in creating lasting and positive relationships with them.

Ms. Leigh – Assistant Director
Front Office

Ms. Leigh has worked in childcare for over thirty years and is passionate about working with children and their families. A native of St. Louis, Missouri, she has lived in Alpharetta for 21 years. She finds fulfillment in her position as Assistant Director of Kids R Kids because she enjoys watching children develop and grow, and she loves the hugs and love that they give. In her free time, she enjoys walking, cross stitching, and reading.

Ms. Gina – Administrative Assistant
Front Office

Ms. Gina has worked in childcare throughout her career. She has worked with every age group and previously served as Director and Regional Manager for a corporate childcare program where she managed 14 schools at once. Ms. Gina has served as Administrative Assistant at Kids R Kids for almost ten years. She loves working with children, their parents, and the school staff.

Ms. Aaarathy – Assistant GA Pre-K Teacher
Suite 550

Ms. Aaarathy holds a bachelor’s degree in electronics and communication engineering and a master’s degree in telecommunications engineering. Her previous work experience includes a Professorship at SRM University in India, a position as Project Guide for university students, and working in curriculum development for children from three to five years of age.

She believes that teaching should create a positive experience for all students and help them to learn the basic developmental skills that will support their future endeavors. When not working, Ms. Aaarathy enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, practicing yoga, and traveling.

Ms. Kalpana – Lead GA Pre-K Teacher
Suite 550

Ms. Kalpana has been with Kids R Kids since 2011. She holds a bachelor’s degree in English and a master’s degree in physical education. She has experience working as a substitute teacher in Forsyth County Public Schools and as an Assistant Teacher at Crabapple Academy. She loves teaching children because of their inquisitive and energetic natures. Ms. Kalpana enjoys cooking, reading, traveling, and spending time with her family.

She believes that childhood learning is the foundation for a lifetime of success that “every child is gifted, they just unwrap their packages at different times.”

Ms. Asma – Lead Infant Room Teacher
Suite 100

Ms. Asma has a degree in economics and has previously served as a substitute teacher and school volunteer. She began working at Kids R Kids in 2008, where she serves as Lead Infant Room Teacher. Ms. Asma loves working with infants. Her goal is to provide a safe and loving environment for each child in her care.

Ms. Michelle – Lead GA Pre-K Teacher
Suite 650

Ms. Michelle earned a master’s degree in teaching as well as elementary and special education certifications from Montclair State University. She has been working in child care for over twenty years. Ms. Michelle has been a part of the Kids R Kids family since 2014. Her favorite thing about working with children is watching her students grow and gain a joy for learning. Ms. Michelle’s favorite thing to do is spend time with her husband, children, and their dogs.

Ms. Michelle hopes to help her students realize their potential. One of her favorite quotes is by Ivan Welton Fitzwater and reads, “The future of the world is in my classroom today.”

Ms. Manisha – On-Site Chef

Ms. Manisha was born and raised in Malawi before migrating to Canada where she earned her degree in business management from Durham College in Ontario. She previously worked as an Assistant Teacher for special needs students in reading. She joined Kids R Kids in 2018, and she has worked as a Floater Teacher and currently serves as On-Site Chef.

She loves working with children and finds joy in their innocence and the happiness they receive from simple things. She believes that knowledge is power.

Ms. Indra – Pre-k Afterschool

Ms. Lopa – Pre-k Afterschool

Ms. Lusi
Suite 150

Tangila Chowdhury
Suite 250