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Cathy Jankovich
Director
Cathy has been with Patti's Play Center since 1996 and has over 20 years of experience working with kids. She loves working with preschool-aged children. Having 3 grown children of her
own, Cathy brings a wealth of experience and understanding. She welcomes
each child with a smile, and also enjoys getting to know all of the
Patti's families. On weekends, you might find Cathy and her husband out
exploring the city. They often walk from their home near the Japanese
Gardens all the way to the Seattle Center ... and back!
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Kim Strange
Kim has been with Patti’s since 2008. Kim’s past experience includes working as a kindergarten Sunday school teacher at Mercer Island Presbyterian Church for two years, as well as working as a volunteer in the classroom and in the office at West Mercer Elementary. Kim and her husband Greg have raised four kids of their own and their youngest, Alli-Rachel, is a senior at Mercer Island High School. Kim also enjoys playing games with her family, traveling and reading. Kim loves working at Patti’s and getting to know the student and their families!
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Alex Cruz
Alex is new to the staff of Patti’s this school year. He was born and raised in Bellevue, WA. He attended Eastside Catholic High School. While at Eastside, he was highly involved in student leadership as Junior Class President and Student Body President. Alex then went on to Washington State University (GO COUGS!) and obtained a degree in Psychology and a minor in Criminal Justice. Alex has always loved teaching kids. He has 6 years of experience working with children, as an instructor at various activity and sports camps at the Bellevue Club and through his volunteer work at the WSU's children center. He was also a teacher at Emmanuel Day School. Alex currently resides in Bellevue on Cougar Mountain. He loves to drive his truck and is raising an adorable puppy named Millie. Alex is thrilled to join the Patti’s team and meet all the students and their families!
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Susan Anderson
This is Susan’s first year with Patti’s Play Center. She comes to us from Faith Lutheran Preschool where she was one of the lead teachers for 2 years. Susan attended the University of Tampa (GO SPARTANS!) where she took courses in Child Psychology and Developmental Psychology. Prior to becoming a mom and taking some time off from the workforce, Susan worked in the social services field for 7 years. Susan, her husband and three kids moved to Kirkland from Chicago in 2006. Susan loves to swim, go the movies with her kids, and take family hikes with their dog, Daisy. Susan is also a volunteer at her children’s elementary school and likes to cheer on her sons at their soccer and baseball games. Susan is very excited to join the Patti’s staff and looks forward to meeting all the children and families!
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