Our child care center's enrollment for the 2024-25 school year is full. Click here to contact Co-director, Taylor Jewell, for any questions or further information about enrollment.
"Our center has been established to provide high-quality care at a reasonable cost to Falcon parents, our staff, and the local community. Every attempt is made to meet the ever-changing needs of our center's families. We are dedicated to providing young children a stimulating, nurturing, and enriching environment."
Our center's mission is to provide care for children and families, serve as a model in early childhood education for our community, and foster a real love of lifelong learning.
Our commitment to serving your family and your child is strongly felt at the center and our school. We hope to meet those needs throughout the year and build many lasting relationships.
Devin Dennis
Daycare Coordinator
Falcon Early Childhood Center
Fontana Elementary School"
Our Teachers
Mrs. Devin: My name is Devin Dennis, and I am the center director. I graduated from UW-Whitewater in 2014 with a dual bachelors and Teaching License in Early Childhood/Special Education. I have worked in child care for the past ten years as a preschool teacher and an assistant director. I have been married to my husband Eric since 2012, and we have two beautiful children, Hailee and Brecken.
Mrs. Taylor: My name is Taylor, and I am very excited to be a part of the Falcon family. I have been a teacher at Fontana's Early Learning Center for 4 years and am going into my 5th year working alongside Devin as the co-director. A little about myself, I have been doing childcare for 10 years now. I graduated in 2024 with my degree in Special Education at The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.I have been married to my husband Travis since 2021 and we just had our first baby, Paxton in February of 2024. Between our baby boy and our crazy Corgi, we have been busy and living our best life as parents! I have a huge passion for children and helping them learn and grow in their own way! The past few years at Fontana have been nothing short of amazing, filled with many memories, giggles, and fun experiences with all of the kiddos. I am so excited for all the new adventures to come, being a part of your children's lives, and being there in any way to help them reach their fullest potential!
Infant/Toddler Class
Ms. Courtney: Hi, my name is Courtney Sandfer but my little friends know me as “NeNe”. I am a mother to 2 teenagers, Lillyan (17) and Leo (14). At home we have 2 sister cats (Kiwi and Santa) and one little dog named Mavis. When I’m not working I’m usually doing something outdoors such as camping and hiking trails. I try my best to live a healthy lifestyle and love practicing meditation and mindfulness. I am a yogi as well and I teach adult and kids yoga from time to time in our community. I have been a part of the Fontana family since August 2014. I have worked all over the school assisting classrooms and supporting students and staff from middle school on down to 3K. I officially landed in one of my favorite spots yet in 2023; the infant room. I’m so blessed to be in the infant room and there is no other place I would rather be.
Ms. Maggie: Hi, my name is Maggie. I am a proud mom to my 6 year old, Easton, who also attends Fontana. Being at the same school as him has been such a joy. I started at Fontana in November 2023 spending my time in the infant/toddler room. More than anything, I love our babies here and treat them as if they are my own. I recently moved from Lake Geneva to McHenry where I spend most of my time enjoying our boat, motorcycle rides, and live music! I'm so happy to be part of the Fontana Team!
Two-Year-Olds
Mrs. Sandy: Hello, my name is Sandy and I work in the 2 year old room. I’ve worked at the Fontana school for a year now and enjoy all of the kids we work with. I’ve worked part time in child care for many many years and with kids of all ages. My full time job is a cosmetologist at the Abbey resort. I enjoy being outdoors walking, swimming and being with family and friends.
Mrs. Henrietta: Hi, my name is Henrietta. I am very excited to be working at Fontana taking care of your little ones! I am a mother to six and a grandmother of two. Though I am a devoted caretaker in my personal life, I have previous professional experience as a caretaker as well. Before coming to the daycare, I worked as a caregiver to elderly and disabled individuals through Society’s Assets. I have always been passionate about caring for others, especially children. Working at the daycare has been the highlight of my career. I truly love my job; it doesn’t even feel like I’m going to work every day. I love teaching the kids new things and watching them learn and grow. A fun fact about me is that I am a licensed cosmetologist. You may see my hair color change a lot throughout the year. It is one of the ways I love to show my fun and creative side.
3K Class
Mrs. Sullivan: Welcome Fontana Families! My name is Sloan and I am one of the 3K teachers here at Fontana Elementary. I am a proud mother of five children that all graduated from this amazing school . My husband Tom and I also have six grandchildren that we love to visit all over the country . My current passion is a children’s book that I am co-authoring with my ten year old granddaughter. We are hoping to have it published by Christmas. In the classroom, I love our Creative Curriculum that navigates us through fascinating themes that we explore for several weeks . I have to say the Garden month is my favorite but all have us working on our 3K benchmarks while still allowing us the fun of being 3 year olds!
Mrs. Rachel: Hi, everyone! My name is Rachel Coombs, and I will join Fontana's daycare program as a daycare teacher. I have lived in this area my whole life and reside in Walworth with my husband Josh, our four children, Eliza, Eleanor, Eloise, William, and our dog Charlie. I'm excited to join the daycare program and look forward to getting to know you all!
Support/After-School Care
Mrs. Tami: Hello families! My name is Ms. Tami and I have been lucky enough to be a part of the daycare/preschool team for the past few years! Prior to that, I developed my own music programs for birth to 3 and 4-7. I also taught vocals and I am a vocalist myself! I then taught music for k-8 at OPtions Virtual School in Elkhorn, WI., as well as specials for the middle and high school kids. I have been married for 34 years and have 3 amazing boys ages 27, 21 and 18. We also have 3 dogs that keep us very busy! I have 5 siblings and 20 nieces and nephews! I am so very grateful for this opportunity and love working with the kids!