Published on July 23, 2026 8:12 am
Last Updated on July 23, 2026 8:12 am
The Effingham Unit #40 Little Hearts Early Childhood Center has been recognized for the third straight year with the Gold Circle of Quality designation.
LHECC L to R:
Brenna Fearday, Lead Teacher Wobblers
Renee Smith, Lead Teacher Preschool 2
Violet Marshall, Two’s Teacher Assistant
Carli Fritcher, Lead Teacher Infants
Kaley Tolch, Lead Teacher Two’s
Chelsy Pontious, Lead Teacher Toddlers
Denise Pitcher, Director
Courtney Hybarger, Lead Teacher Preschool 1
Christy Mesnard, Assistant Director
Not pictured: Dawn Hootselle, Lead Teacher Preschool 3
