Michelle Lorio 

Director

I was born in Ohio but spent my formative years in Michigan and New Mexico as my family followed my father’s military career. I graduated from New Mexico State University with a B.A. in Government and Augusta State University with a Master’s Degree in Public Administration. I have been married to my husband, Jamie, for 20 years. We have three children, Madelyn, Mason and Chase who fill every moment with joy, purpose and meaning. We are members of South Aiken Presbyterian Church. In my spare time (which there isn't much of with three small children) I enjoy traveling, reading, and playing outside with my kids. I am thrilled at the opportunity to serve as the Kindergarten Director and to be a part of the spiritual and academic growth of our students.

Cissy Kelley 

Assistant Director 

I was born and raised here in Aiken.  I have a strong Aiken family history dating back seven generations.  At an early age, I discovered a love for working with children.  I began working in the St. Thaddeus nursery at eleven years old and babysitting for countless families.  In my teens, I was a ballet dancer with the Aiken Civic Ballet.  I have been working backstage with the children for Crosby-Miller Dance Studio performances for almost thirty years.  My greatest accomplishment has been raising my three children, Andrew, Jessica and Anthony Williamson. My oldest attended SAPK in 1992.  All three graduated kindergarten from SAPK.

Amy Burnet

Nursery

My name is Amy Burnett and I am so excited to be working in the nursery this year at SAPK! I was a Navy brat so I was born in New York and have lived in multiple places along the east coast until we settled in Aiken in 1996. I have been married for 15 years and we have 2 beautiful girls, Kelsey (13) and Kayla (9). I am a certified radiographer and worked as an interventional radiologic technologist for 15 years at University and Trinity Hospital. I am a member at Cedar Creek Church where I volunteered in the nursery for 10 years and currently volunteer in Kidz Worship where we engage elementary students in the word of God through skits and fun activities. I enjoy playing softball with my church, reading, watching movies, traveling and spending time with my family and friends. I am looking forward to snuggling babies and having a great year at SAPK!

Jessica Morgan 

1K

Hello my name is Jessica Morgan.  I have been married to my wonderful husband 19 years.  We have lived in Aiken for 15 years.  We have a 12 year old son and a 5 year old daughter.  My family and I enjoy playing sports, boating, and camping.  My husband and I are from Pennsylvania and Ohio.  I love to watch little ones learn and explore the world around them.

Erin Beck

2K

My name is Erin Beck and I teach 2K. I'm married to my husband Jeremy and we have three awesome kids! I've lived in Aiken for the last 14 years, but I'm originally from Charleston with a stint in Tennessee in between. I really enjoy coffee, all things creative, true crime podcasts, and my family. I'm so excited to be at SAPK!

Lauren Fulmer

2K

I am so excited for this year at SAPK! I started working in the nursery in 2018 and now I am in the 2K room and love it! My husband Clayton and I have two kids, Alice and Charlie, as well as our three spoiled fur babies. I love reading, watching movies, traveling, and spending time with my family and friends.

Jennifer Culpepper

3+

This is my third year working at SAPK and my first year as the 3 Plus teacher.  I am an artist by trade and value creativity and individuality.  I am so excited to work with my 3 Plus students this year!

Tammy Duncan 

3K

My husband Andy and I have been married since 1996. We moved our family of three to Aiken in 1998 from Tennessee. We became a part of the SAPK family in 2001 when we enrolled our eldest son in a 3k class. As our family grew to 7, each of our 5 children attended SAPK. Throughout the years my role at SAPK has changed many times. I have been a parent, a substitute, a Parent’s Day Out Worker, Kindergarten Aid, PTO Volunteer and now a 3K teacher. I have always enjoyed working with little ones and knew that this is where God wanted me to be. I cherish getting to be a part of your child’s early education and can’t wait for another great year at SAPK.

Beth Hendrix

3K

My name is Beth Hendrix and I have three beautiful daughters. I love teaching 3K...everyday is a new adventure!
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Jennifer Huntley 

4K 

I was born and raised in California. I am fortunate to have traveled across the country throughout my service in the Air Force, beginning in Monterey, CA, and ending in Baltimore, MD. My husband and I moved to Aiken in 2012. We have two amazing children, Beatrice and Alex. We are members of South Aiken Presbyterian Church and our children attended SAPK, this is definitely our “home away from home.” I would describe myself as a maker and love using my sewing machine, my glue gun, and our growing collection of power tools. I have enjoyed volunteering in Children’s Church, teaching 5K science, and acting as a substitute teacher. I look forward to helping our 4K students explore their love of learning and aiding in their spiritual journey.
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Amber Lambert

4K

I was born and raised in Aiken, SC and graduated from USC-Aiken where I met my husband, Adam. We have three daughters: Ella, Mae and Avery. My daughters have all attended SAPK, and I am so excited to now be a part of the SAPK family in a new role as a 4K teacher! In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, cooking and baking, camping, and going to the beach and Disney World.

Cheri Nesbitt

4+

I have been teaching for 19 years, 17 of those at SAPK. I love to encourage little ones to grow in spirit, mind and body. When I have free time I love to travel with my husband and read.

Annette Wink

4K Teacher

I am so tickled and very blessed to be part of SAPK this year. I am a born-again Christian and a Grand Canyon University student, finishing my bachelor's in early childhood education. I am married to a wonderful husband who is retired from the U.S. Army. We have two children, one boy and one girl, with three dogs of a variety of sizes. I have worked in a childcare center for three years and a different preschool for one year. Teaching young children and sharing Jesus is my passion. God Bless!

Ashley Babb

5K

My name is Ashley Babb this will be my first year teaching 5K at SAPK.  I have previous experience teaching 4K, 5K, and 1st grade.  I am so excited to be back in my favorite grade!  Kindergarten is the best!  I have taught in both public and private school settings.  My husband Jeremy and I live in Aiken.  This is our hometown! We have a son named Lawson, who is 6 years old.  We have a cat named Khloe and a dog named Kobe.  I love spending time with my family and traveling.  I'm looking forward to a great year!

Stephanie Freund

Teacher's Aide 

Hi my name is Stephanie Freund. I am a teacher’s aid at SAPK. I have been at SAPK for 8 years. I have loved my time working with the teachers and staff here and really loving on all the kids that have gone to school here throughout the years. I am married to my husband Nick and we have two daughters, Madison, age 13, and Savannah, age 10. In our spare time we love to go camping and spending time with friends and family!!