A Strong Foundation of Learning

Welcome

The main goal of our pre-kindergarten program is to help each child acquire a foundation and a love for learning that will carry him or her through a lifetime in God’s world. The curriculum has been established to develop the whole child. The children will be assisted in developing the ability to interact effectively with one another and to learn new skills through the use of music, dance, art, science, drama, and play.

We recognize the importance of reading and math readiness skills and have developed age-appropriate lessons and activities to introduce and develop these new skills. Station Imagination uses the Maryland Model for School Readiness (MMSR) Guidelines, and Maryland State Department of Education approved curricula, supplemented by other supporting material and teacher created curricula. Lessons will be adapted for children with special needs based upon written IEP & IFSP information to the best of our ability. Station Imagination offers several age-appropriate full time and part-time programs.

Teachers & Staff

Irene Howell, Lead Teacher

Mrs. Howell has over 20 years of experience in the field of early childhood education. Her extensive background includes ownership of in-home family daycares and completion of directorship training. Mrs. Howell has her 90 hours in early childhood education, including 45 hours in infants and toddlers; pre-school; and school age education. Mrs. Howell also has experience and certifications in the areas of special needs, medication administration, and emergency preparedness. Mrs. Howell is also trained in first-aid and CPR.

Tony Howell, Director/Administrator

Mr. Howell has over 15 years of experience in the field of early childhood education. Mr. Howell has completed his directorship for pre-school education, as well as his 90 hours in early childhood education. In addition, Mr. Howell has his 45 hours in infant and toddlers and pre-school education. Mr. Howell also has certifications in emergency preparedness and is trained in first-aid and CPR. Mr. Howell holds a Bachelor’s in Computer Information Technology and a master’s in computer information assurance.

Bobbie Justice Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher

Ms. Bobbie is a lead teacher in the infant/toddler class at Station Imagination Learning Center; she has over 30 years of experience in the childcare field. Ms. Bobbie holds her 90 hours in Preschool curriculum and Activities, as well as Infant and Toddler Curriculum and Activities. Ms. Bobbie has taught at numerous early learning centers and has also directed a small center.

Her goal is to give children the best care and learning experience they could possibly have and to ensure all parents that their children are in great and loving hands.

Nishia ("Shia") Powell Pre-School Lead Teacher

Ms. "Shia" has been a lead teacher in the three and four-year-old class since January 2022. She has been in the childcare field for over ten years and holds her 90 hours in Preschool Curriculum and Activities, as well as Infant/Toddler Curriculum and Activities. Ms. Shia is First-Aid/CPR certified and is medication administration certified.

Ms. Shia's belief is that "Children learn best when they are in a fun, safe environment, surrounded by positive, loving people."

Tristan Miranda, Pre-School Teacher

Mrs. Tristan is a lead teacher in the pre-school class at Station Imagination Learning Center. She has been in the childcare field since 2018 and holds her 90 hours in Preschool Curriculum and Activities. Mrs. Tristan holds a Maryland Childcare Credential Level Three and is First-Aid and CPR certified; she is also medication administration certified.

Ms. Joreatha Jones, Infant/Toddler Teacher

Ms. Joreatha is a lead teacher in the infant/toddler class at Station Imagination Learning Center; she has over 10 years of experience in the field of childcare. Ms. Joreatha began working for the Prince George's County School System in 2005. She completed her 90 hours in Infant/Toddler Curriculum and Activities in 2008.