DIANE ATKINS

Founder, Director and Teacher

A graduate of Butler University with a BS Degree in Education. She grew up with dance as a way of life. She was a member of the Coquettes (dance squad) with the Carmel High School Marching Band. She performed at the football and basketball halftime shows and was in the High School production of "Oklahoma". She has been involved with babysitting and daycare all through high school and college. She has a diverse background in education and the performing arts, which she incorporates into the preschool program. She believes that performing helps with the self-confidence all children need to try new things and strive to become successful at everything. She loves seeing the little ones "come out of their shells" and are independent with their learning. Diane is married with two adult children. She founded the preschool in 1994.