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Learning Through Play and Connection
Our Curriculum
We use the Creative Curriculum®, a research-based, developmentally appropriate program designed to support the whole child. Rooted in exploration, play, and meaningful relationships, this approach helps children build confidence, curiosity, and essential school-readiness skills.
Creative Curriculum aligns with our trauma-informed philosophy by creating predictable routines, encouraging emotional expression, and supporting each child’s individual learning style. Through hands-on activities, guided discovery, and intentional teaching, our educators nurture growth in language, literacy, math, science, social-emotional development, and more, all while keeping learning joyful and child-centered.
Trauma-Informed Care
We embrace a Trauma-Informed approach to childcare, recognizing that past experiences can shape how children learn, behave, and relate to others. Our staff is trained to respond with empathy, patience, and consistency, creating a safe and supportive environment where all children feel seen, heard, and valued.
We focus on building strong, trusting relationships and use predictable routines and gentle guidance to help children feel secure. By understanding the impact of trauma, we can better support emotional development and resilience, giving every child the opportunity to thrive.
Meet Our Admin Team
Asha Boone - Director
Chrissy Shields - Operations Coordinator
Heather Wiles - Support Coordinator
Asha Boone brings over a decade of experience in early childhood education, special education, and instructional leadership to her role as Director of Stuckey Learning Center. With a strong foundation in child development and a passion for supporting children, families, and educators, Asha is committed to creating a nurturing, inclusive,
Asha Boone brings over a decade of experience in early childhood education, special education, and instructional leadership to her role as Director of Stuckey Learning Center. With a strong foundation in child development and a passion for supporting children, families, and educators, Asha is committed to creating a nurturing, inclusive, and high-quality learning environment for all.
She holds master’s degrees in Special Education and Instructional Design, blending heart and strategy to lead impactful programs and staff development.
Asha is excited to partner with families at Stuckey. Her joy for education is rooted in the belief that young children thrive when they feel safe, supported, and inspired to explore the world around them.
“Every child deserves a space where they are seen, valued, and encouraged to grow. My job is to help build that space every single day.” – Asha Boone
Heather Wiles - Support Coordinator
Chrissy Shields - Operations Coordinator
Heather Wiles - Support Coordinator
Heather Wiles has been working in the Early Childhood Education field since graduating from Mount Union College in 2003, recently celebrating her 22nd year of teaching. She also holds an Infant/Toddler CDA. Over the years, she has worked with nearly every age group, but her passion lies with toddlers, fun, unique little souls who grow tre
Heather Wiles has been working in the Early Childhood Education field since graduating from Mount Union College in 2003, recently celebrating her 22nd year of teaching. She also holds an Infant/Toddler CDA. Over the years, she has worked with nearly every age group, but her passion lies with toddlers, fun, unique little souls who grow tremendously during their time in her care.
Heather is married to her husband, Tom, a mental health counselor. The couple recently purchased their dream home and looks forward to making many happy memories there. Outside of work, Heather is active in the bell choir and women’s circle at her local church. She enjoys reading, traveling with Tom, game nights with friends, and spending time with family.
She is looking forward to her new role at Stuckey Learning Center.
Chrissy Shields - Operations Coordinator
Chrissy Shields - Operations Coordinator
Chrissy Shields - Operations Coordinator
Chrissy has worked in the childcare field for 31 years. She began with her own family childcare, spent many years as a toddler teacher, and has also taught infants and preschool. While continuing to teach and raise her family, she earned both her associate and bachelor’s degrees in early childhood education.
Chrissy lives just around the
Chrissy has worked in the childcare field for 31 years. She began with her own family childcare, spent many years as a toddler teacher, and has also taught infants and preschool. While continuing to teach and raise her family, she earned both her associate and bachelor’s degrees in early childhood education.
Chrissy lives just around the corner from the center with her husband. She is the proud mother of three adult children.
She is honored to support the staff, families, and children at Stuckey Learning Center in her role as Operations Coordinator.
Stuckey Interfaith Child Development Center Endowment Fund
Helping Families with Affordable Care
Arthur Stuckey, a 1943 Alliance High School graduate, was Vice President of GF Business Equipment in Youngstown, Ohio and owner of Livingston’s Office Furniture in Tampa, Florida and established this fund to provide financial support to the center.
