VPI

Virginia Pre-School Initiative

The Virginia Pre-School Initiative is a pre-Kindergarten class for 4- year olds.  The students work on building social skills, as well as developing readiness skills in language arts and math.  Please visit our two wonderful classes!

Stephanie Engelhardt

VPI Teacher
stephanie.engelhardt@apsva.us
 

I grew-up in Clearwater, Florida and studied Sociology and social work at the University of Florida.  After working with children in the non-profit sector, I realized that I wanted to become a teacher.  I worked at Key School as a VPI assistant for two years as I worked toward licensure. I am currently pursuing a master of education degree at the University of Virginia and I love working at Claremont.  I also enjoy reading, hiking, swimming, visiting my family, and spending time with friends.

Marissa Lawson (Henson)

VPI Teacher
marissa.henson@apsva.us

Growing up in a military family, I had the privilege to live in many areas of the United States and also lived abroad. My family and I moved here to the northern Virginia area as I was completing high school. I received my bachelor’s degree in Special Education and my master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, both from the University of Florida. Upon returning to Northern Virginia I began my teaching career in the Loudoun County Public School system where I taught kindergarten, second grade, and third grade. I also received a masters certificate and my license in Educational Leadership from Shenandoah University. I am overwhelmed with excitement about starting this new adventure here at Claremont Immersion School! I am eager to get to know the children and families of Claremont as we learn together.