Mary Pika
Mary Pika is our lead teacher in room 217, returning for her 19th year on
our staff. Mary has a degree in Home Economics and Child Development.
She taught preschool at Johns Hopkins Hospital for four years. She was a
very popular home day-care provider for twelve years after her family
moved to Delaware. Mary's children are young adults. Her love for
children, energy and great sense of humor are just some of the assets
she brings to Newark Methodist Preschool.
Patty DeBoda
Patty DeBoda is starting her 14th year as a NMP teacher. Patty has a
Bachelor's Degree in Special Education from the University of Delaware
(+30). She taught at Leeds Elementary School for ten years, spending five
years as the Special Ed Building Coordinator. Her children are alumni of
Newark Methodist Preschool. She is a warm and valued member of our
staff! We are fortunate to have such an experienced assistant as Patty!