At this time all Sprouts and Preschool classes are full for the 2024-25 school year. We still have openings in our Tiny Tots program and our afternoon Pre-K class. We will begin registering for the 2025-26 school year in March of 2025.
FOR OVER
60 YEARS!
Our Staff
The Chenango Valley Nursery School employs a team of dedicated, experience professionals. Our teachers, and their assistants, will help your child develop to their full potential socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually.
Robin Stolarcyk
Director
I am Mrs. Stolarcyk, the current Director here at CVNS. I have been a part of the CVNS family for over 18 years. First as a parent and then as a teacher here for over 10 years. My love for this school and this community truly runs deep. I love spending time with my family and our pets, Sammy our dog, and Pancake our cat. When I am not here at school you can find me outside in my garden, going for a hike or reading a book. My goal is to make every family's time with us the best it can possibly be!
Kate Carlson
Preschool Teacher
I’m Mrs. Carlson, and I have been a Teacher at CVNS for over 10 years. I currently teach Preschool and love all of the learning and development that takes place at this age level! In my free time, I love to spend time with my family, read books, and spend time out outdoors my dog, Tucker!
Tara Forst
Pre-K
I’m Mrs. Forst, and I have been a Teacher at CVNS for nearly 10 years. I currently teach Pre-K classes. I first started with CVNS as a parent – both of my girls started in Sprouts. My favorite food is pizza and I love lemonade to go with it. My favorite season is Fall. I love spending time with my family and my dog, Dakota. In my free time I enjoy going to the beach, camping, decorating and reading.
Ashley Gardepe
Pre-School Teacher
I am Mrs. Gardepe one of CVNS’s Preschool teachers. I have been in the Early Childhood Education profession for over 15 years. I took a break after my son was born to stay home with him. I recently came back to the classroom after my son entered school full time. I fell in love with the program here at CVNS after my son attended both the Pre-School and Pre-K programs here. It is the perfect fit! I enjoy spending time with my family, being outdoors, reading books and drinking coffee!
Stephanie Zandt
Pre-K Teacher
I am Mrs. Zandt one of the Pre-K teachers. I have a Master’s in education, and I love teaching Pre-K! I like spending time with my family and our two pets, Nova our German Shepard, and Charlotte our cat. All three of my kids were students here at CVNS before they all started school at Chenango Valley.
Alicia Kruser
Sprouts/Tiny Tots
I am Mrs. Kruser. I have been working with children for most of my adult life. In my 20's I started with infant and "waddlers" then shifted to the 3's room. I took a break when my children were born. Both of my children attended CVNS. I fell in love with the positive environment and wonder people. I began subbing when my son had class and just didn't leave. My children are now teenagers, I have two goofy dogs, Frodo and Grover. I enjoy crafts, family time and relaxing outside with a cup of coffee.
TEACHING ASSISTANTS
Cayleigh Groover
Jessica Morris
Sara Michitti
