The Center utilizes a "team teaching" approach which capitalizes on teacher strength and differences. Members of the staff work with children individually and in age groupings, each teacher seeking rapport with each child in the center. The CDC seeks to work closely with the Greenville County School District so that children may experience a successful transition into public school following their preschool experience. To this end, the staff maintains accurate records of the children's progress in all areas of growth. Parents may take this record to the public school in which their child is enrolled.
 
     
Meredith Burton: Director and Kindergarten Teacher
 

  • Bachelor's degree in Early Chidhood and Elementary Education from Furman University
  • Master's Degree in Reading/Literacy from Furman University
  • 9 years experience in K5-first grade
  • Serves on state board for the National Association for the Education of Young Children, and the advisory board for Education at North Greenville University and Enoree Career Center Early Childhood Program
  • Presents at many state conferences on topics related to Early Childhood literacy and social studies
  • Conducted a seminar for Chinese English teachers in Luoyang, China in August 2006
  • WYFF Golden Apple Award Winner March 2007
  • Married to Jason Burton for 5 years and loves to travel, read, knit, drink tea
 
     
Julie Branyon: Teacher at CDC
 

  • Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Anderson University
  • Master's degree in Education with concentration in Early Childhood Education from Furman University
  • 5 years teaching experience in K3-K5
  • 1 year experience directing the child development program at First Baptist Child Enrichment Center in Clemson, SC
  • Married to Steven Branyon for 2 years
  • Has 2 beagles: Barney and Lulu
  • Loves to travel, spend time with family, read and paint
 
         
    Rebecca Mashburn: Teacher's Aide  
   
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For more information contact Karen Ellis: 864.294.3063 or karen.ellis@furman.edu.