Additionally, Dr. Forshey serves as a pediatric hospitalist at Phoenix Children’s Hospital. Shannon is enthusiastic about teaching the 17-23 month old class. Although it has been some time since her own triplet daughters were at that stage, she is eager to connect with parents and explore the joys and milestones of one-year-olds.

Kristin is well-versed in critical early childhood teaching methods, such as Core Knowledge. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Family Studies from the University of Arizona and a Master’s Degree in Elementary Education from Pepperdine University in Los Angeles, CA.

At NCPG, Kristin helps parents navigate the major transitions of toddlerhood and early childhood, including preparing for preschool, potty training, transitioning from crib to bed, behavioral changes, and social interactions. However, her greatest accomplishment is being a wife and full-time mom to three teenage children, who have taught her more about love and life than anything else.

Her roles have included behavior interventionist, parent trainer, therapist, and sleep consultant.

Chelsea is the founder of Building Blocks Family (BBF), where she provides consultation services on sleep, discipline, and potty training for families with children aged 0-6 years. BBF was created to offer loving, practical solutions that help families create safe, predictable, and happy environments for both parents and children to thrive.

Chelsea’s expertise and education make her a valued NCPG teacher. Her class focuses on offering practical tips and strategies to navigate the toddler years, creating an open and supportive space for parents to discuss challenges and learn effective parenting techniques while respecting their child's need for independence.

In addition to working directly with parents, Barb also trains teachers. She has experience teaching preschool, kindergarten, first and second grades, as well as high school and college students. Her counseling services extend to children, teens, and adults. Barb is a proud mother of two daughters and loves being an involved grandparent. Her passion is to educate, motivate, and inspire parents.

As both an educator and a parent, Emma believes it is crucial for adults to manage their own emotions when responding to children’s challenging behaviors.

As an NCPG teacher, Emma focuses on children’s social development, addressing issues such as anger management, conflict resolution, and peer relationships. Her classes also cover topics like establishing family rules, building self-confidence and self-reliance, and encouraging cognitive and physical development. Emma is married and the mother of two young boys.

Currently, she serves as the Preschool Director at Saint Thomas the Apostle School. Annemarie is also a Love and Logic facilitator, trained in Conscious Discipline, and a certified Kidding Around Yoga instructor.

Her professional experience and education make her an excellent NCPG teacher, focusing on children’s social development. She addresses issues such as anger management, conflict resolution, and peer relationships, while also covering topics like establishing family rules, building self-confidence, and encouraging cognitive and physical development. Annemarie and her husband have four children.

At NCPG, Lisa helps parents prepare their children for kindergarten, offering guidance on choosing the right school, reinforcing math and literacy skills, and fostering self-confidence and independence.

In her free time, Lisa enjoys spending time with her children and traveling with her husband, Todd. She values the experiences she's gained as both a parent and teacher. Each year, she shares a message with her NCPG moms: "The days are long, but the years go fast, so don’t blink!"

Throughout her career, Jennifer has held leadership roles, mentored student teachers, and received extensive training in diverse learning styles, social media impact, and positive reinforcement techniques. She has supported children beyond the classroom through enrichment and remediation programs and facilitated classes for children experiencing divorce. Additionally, she has served on numerous curriculum, professional, and state-level committees.

After retiring from Scottsdale Unified School District in 2023, Jennifer continues to volunteer in various classroom settings and provides individual tutoring to reinforce academic skills. She also speaks to parent groups on school readiness, with a particular focus on kindergarten-aged children. Jennifer cherishes time spent with her husband, two young adult children, extended family, and close friends.

As the founder of Build Family Connection, Michelle has coached and taught hundreds of parents over the past decade.

Her extensive experience makes Michelle an exceptional NCPG teacher. She covers a range of topics, including partnering with your child’s teacher and school, bullying recognition and prevention, nutrition for learning, deepening your relationship with your child as they grow, parenting in the digital age, raising innovative children, and encouraging autonomy. Michelle is married and the mother of four children.