The Wiggle Worms Room

We have the very important role of caring for your child and encouraging their development in their first year. Our goal is to provide a high quality, nurturing and safe environment for your child that will help him/her grow into a wonderful, curious and happy person. All activities are designed to stimulate their physical, intellectual, social and emotional growth in a loving and comfortable environment.

Trish, Wiggle Worms Teacher

Hello!  My name is Trish and I have been working at The Learning Gardens since November, 2024.  I love working with kids because teaching children and learning is so exciting!  I believe children learn best through play and hands on activities – everything is a teaching moment.  I am passionate about creating a safe place to learn and grow.

I have worked in the Early Childhood Education Field since 2005.  I have worked with babies to age 5 years old.  I am a Level 9 on the Wisconsin Registry.  I hold Toddler Credentials in Child Development from Madison College.  I previously worked at HeadStart and in-home day care.

I was born in Portage but I have lived in Madison since I was 5 years old.  I am married and have 3 grown children and 2 dogs.  In my spare time, I like to craft and help in the community. I speak some Spanish as well as English.

Favorite Quote:  “You must be the change you wish to see in the world.” by Mahatma Gandhi..

Marsha, Wiggle Worms Teacher

Hello, my name is Marsha and I have been at The Learning Gardens since October 2024.  I love working with children because it amazes me how much they learn in such a short time. I believe children learn best through interactions and exploration.  I am passionate about children, my family, and friends.

I have been involved in Early Childhood Education since 1992 working with children 6 weeks through 10 years of age.  I am a Level 14 on the Wisconsin Registry.  I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of Wisconsin – Stout. I student taught Kindergarten Preschool and 1st grade and then after graduating I was a 3 year old teacher.  Then I worked with multiple ages before becoming a center director for a short time.  The last 25 years before The Learning Gardens, I have worked with infants and toddlers in the Early Head Start Program.

I grew up in New Glarus, Wisconsin and have lived in Madison since 1994.  I am joyfully married and I have 2 adult grown children.  I also have a cat named Casey.  In my spare time, I like to spend time with family and friends, watching movies, playing cards, and visiting.