Executive Director - Molly Fry
Ms. Molly
I have a kindergarten through 8th-grade teaching license. I have worked with children most of my life and I love it. I have worked in childcare settings for over 17 years. I am a wife and mother of 4 children. I have directed several childcare centers and Celebration Academy is my calling. I also have been a member of Celebration Church for over 20 years.
Lead Teachers
Infant 1 Lead Teacher
Ms. Dani
I have an associate degree in early childhood and youth development. I have worked with kids for many years. I have been in childcare since 2013. I love working at Celebration Academy and have really enjoyed getting to know many families.
I have two wonderful children with my husband. They love coming to school at The Academy.
Infants 2 Lead Teacher
Ms. Ashton
I worked at my first daycare when I was 16 years old and took a break for a couple of years while I was in college. I graduated with my bachelor's degree in Religion, specializing in global studies in May of 2022, at 19 years old. I was a personal care attendant (PCA) for multiple children with disabilities for about 3 years before my last client went to elementary school.
Toddler 1 Teacher
Toddler 2 Lead Teacher
Ms. Jazmin
I have 4 years of experience working in childcare as a high school student into my college years. After earning my theatre degree I spent a few years directing children’s musicals and teaching summer drama classes through Front Porch Musical Theater.
I love working at Celebration Academy. The toddlers and their families are great!
Preschool Lead Teacher
Ms. Michaela
I’ve been here at CA since April 2024. I was a preschool teacher for three years prior to coming to CA. Before that I went to school to be an EMT and also worked in construction as a directional driller for five years.
My family owns a 1973 Seagrave firetruck that was at the twin towers when the second tower fell.
Pre-K Lead Teacher
Ms. Amanda
I’ve been here at CA since May 2023. My favorite time of day is when the kids pray together!
I took Early Childhood Education courses in school and previously worked at a daycare, preschool, and after school programs. While I’ve had a variety of past employment experiences, I feel called to be here for such a time as this!
Chef Jack
Jack Gilmour
Kitchen Manager / Chef
I have been at Celebration Academy for over11 years. I started working for the Academ y in April 2012. In April 2016 I was given the position of food services director for both the Academy and Church. I began my cooking career after graduating from the U.S. Navy “A school for cooking” in 1975. I served eight years in the Navy. I have been cooking for 43 years, including 16 years as a Chef for the San Jose Regional Medical Center. I’m a high school graduate with college credits. I earned my degree at the U.S. Navy Cooking School. I also attended the U.S. Navy Accounting School in Charleston, South Carolina, where I finished first in my class with a 4.0 G.P.A. I enjoy music, reading, and song writing!