Mrs. Sutherland teaches a 3-day, 3-year-old class. Mrs. Sutherland received a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of Delaware and is certified to teach children ages birth through 3rd grade. Mrs. Sutherland’s teaching career began in public school Kindergarten. Mrs. Sutherland also has experience as a preschool teacher in a traditional childcare setting and as an assistant in a Montessori School.

Mrs. Sutherland, and her husband Andy, have been blessed with four wonderful children; 3 sons and one daughter who are all grown and in their 20’s. Mrs. Sutherland feels very lucky to have them all close by but must admit to enjoying life as an emptynester.

Mrs. Sutherland simply enjoys teaching children. Mrs. Sutherland makes her class feel like a home to every student; valued, intelligent, safe and comfortable. Mrs. Sutherland’s classroom is conducive to learning where she welcomes everyone’s opinions, and encourages and respects every student’s differences. Mrs. Sutherland is energetic in teaching because she loves what she does! Mrs. Sutherland has worked at St. Mary’s for 22 years.