Hello, My name is Josie Carman and I am one of the Pre-K Teachers at Highland Primary. I graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood and received my Early Childhood Special Education Certificate from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
I grew up in Greenville and moved back there after college. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, reading, and playing with my nieces!
Email Josie Carman: jcarman@highlandcusd5.org

Hi! My name is Katie Wiese and I am a Pre-K teacher. I attended SWIC on a full scholarship for soccer, which still remains one of my passions, and received my Associates Degree there. I then moved on to SIUE where I got my Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education and Letter of Approval in Special Education.
Email Katie Wiese: kwiese@highlandcusd5.org

Hi! My name is Nicole Zuccarelli, and I couldn't be more excited to be teaching here at Highland Primary! I grew up in the small town of Arcola, Illinois, but now have a home in Highland. I graduated from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and earned my Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education with a specialization in Early Childhood Special Education. I absolutely love to teach and feel so fortunate that I get to help your children learn and grow here at HP!
My husband, Gabe, and I have an adorable black Lab puppy, Bow Fletcher (Bow, as in 'bow and arrow'); he keeps us busy running around and playing fetch for countless hours! I enjoy cooking, graphic design, and spending time with my awesome family and great friends.
Pre-K AM Classroom Schedule
AM Time Activity PM Time
8:30-8:40 Arrival
8:40-8:50 Unpack/Bathroom/Table Time
8:50-9:10 Circle Time/Large Group Work
9:10-9:40 Gross Motor
9:40-9:50 Bathroom/Drinks
9:50-10:00 Story Time
10:00-10:50 Centers/Snack/Small Group
10:50-10:55 Clean Up
10:55-11:10 Music, Show and Tell, Pack Up
Pre-K PM Classroom Schedule
AM Time Activity PM Time
12:40-12:50 Arrival
12:50-1:00 Unpack/Bathroom/Table Time
1:00-1:20 Circle Time/Large Group Work
1:20-2:05 Centers/Snack/Small Group
2:05-2:10 Clean Up
2:10-2:40 Gross Motor
2:40-2:50 Bathroom/Drinks
2:50-3:00 Story Time
3:00-3:15 Music, Show and Tell, Pack Up