EDUCARE Staff
Kellye Hales
EDUCARE Director & Lead Teacher
My name is Kellye Hales. I am a native of Bladen County and a certified 24-year veteran teacher. I have a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with a minor in Biology. I started my teaching career at Elizabethtown Middle School in 2001 teaching sixth grade and taught there for 6 years. I then moved to Elizabethtown Primary School and taught third grade for 2 years before transferring to Columbus Charter School for the next eleven years. When Emereau was established, I decided to come back home and teach fourth and fifth grades. I have taught all grades from third through eighth. My number one priority is to ensure all students' needs are met and they can be successful.
Kellye can be reached at 910-322-7616 or by email at dreamworkseducare@gmail.com.
Ashley Smith
EDUCARE Teacher Assistant
My name is Ashley Smith. I began working with the children of Bladen County over 12 years ago, later expanding to Cumberland County. My passion is sharing the Word with children. I also love exploring the world of Science and Social Studies with children.
Ashley can be reached by email at foundationkidsetown@gmail.com
Karen Barbour
EDUCARE Afterschool
My name is Ms. Karen. I worked in daycare, caring for 18-24 month-olds for about 10 years. Afterwards, I took some time off to raise my children and went back to teaching preschool and after-school. I also worked in summer programs for about 15 years. I retired and now back at it again! I just can't stay away from these sweet children!
Karen can be reached at dreamworkseducare@gmail.com.
Joy Warren
EDUCARE Day School
My name is Ms. Joy. Previously I worked as a certified School Social Worker for 8 years, I was the 4H Youth Development Agent for 8 years, worked 12 years as a certified School Counselor and have served in Church children's and youth ministries for 40 years.
To contact Ms. Joy, email dreamworkseducare@gmail.com
Shelby Williams
Day School Assistant