Hi, I’m Kristan Pughsley. I have been working in education for 17 years. I began my journey as a paraprofessional and then I was a substitute while I completed my degree. This past December, I graduated with my Master's degree in Elementary Education. This is my 2nd full year of teaching and I am so excited. I am married to my husband Sam and we have one daughter, Sammie, who is 13 years old. I love to sing, read, watch movies, and spend time with my family. I look forward to what this school year may hold and getting to watch your child grow.

Hi, I am Samantha Cone and I have been in the Owl Class for 15 years as a paraprofessional in preschool intervention. I have been married to Lee Cone for 28 years and we have 3 daughters and 2 grandsons. I enjoy going to the beach and Disney World while spending time with my family. I enjoy my job and working with these precious children every day.

Hi, I’m Ingrid Whitehead.  I’m in my 2nd year as a Paraprofessional in the Owl Class with Preschool Intervention. Prior to working at BHPK, I worked in Intervention at BHPS. I have been married for 10 years and combined we have 8 children and 7 grandkids. I love doing crafts and spending time with my family and grandkids.

Hello! I am Yajaira Rodriguez. I am 34 years old, and I have been living in Georgia for the past 7 years. This is my second year as a paraprofessional in the Owl class and I am very much looking forward to an awesome school year! Before that, I was a pharmacy technician. I am Puerto Rican and I speak Spanish and English. I enjoy crafting, sewing, painting, swimming, and most outdoor activities in my spare time. I am the proud mother of 4 beautiful children, 3 boys, and 1 girl. I appreciate the opportunity of becoming a part of the Ben Hill Preschool family and I look forward to fulfilling my duties here as a paraprofessional.