Cathy Long

Cathy Long graduated from Geneva College with a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education.   She resides on a small farm in Slippery Rock with her husband Jack, and her thirteen year-old son, Jack.  They enjoy fishing trout from their pond, horseback riding, quad riding and playing with their four dogs.  Cathy's experience working with young children includes being a fourth grade teacher at Calvary Christian Academy in Youngstown, Ohio and working as a Pre-K teacher at the Goddard School in Cranberry Township.  She enjoys teaching children important skills that they will carry with them throughout the rest of their lives.  Cathy is honored to take part in children's lives and help them embark on a journey of growth and learning.

Marci Sebastian

Marci Sebastian attended  the Pennsylvania State University earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Consumer Related Studies. She worked in the business community for several years before turning towards a career with children. Marci worked at Wise Little Owl Pre-school for five years before joining Bright Beginnings Pre-school 1992.  Over the years, she has attended numerous Early Childhood workshops sponsored by the BVIU and others sponsored by various organizations.  In her spare time, she enjoys sewing, reading, scrapbooking and quilting.  She lives in Sunset Hills, Economy Boro with her husband Greg. Her son, Jason and daughter, Cara both reside in Clearwater, Florida.  Marci's love of working with children has kept her busy and fulfilled in her many years at Bright Beginnings.

Joann Prellwitz

Joann Prellwitz is a resident of Conway and a member of Our Lady of Peace Church.  She has a Master of Science in Education from Duquesne University.  Joan retired from the Diocese of Pittsburgh after 21 years of service in the field of Religious Education.  Following retirement, she pursued a "new career" in the field of early childhood.  She is the proud mother of two children.  Her son, John lives in Greensburg and teaches at the University of Pittsburgh, Greensburg campus.  Her daughter, Amy lives at home and is a client at McGuire Memorial at the St. Joseph Employment Center in Moon Township.  Joann has expressed her gratitude to God for His many blessings and for the opportunity to work with children, who enrich our lives beyond measurement.