Phone: (251) 259.5037
Fax: (251) 382.1763
Address: 28765 N. Main St. • Daphne, AL 36526
Dr. Deadra Powe - Director
I retired from Baldwin County Public School System after 30 years of service where I served as a middle and high school principal. I have Masters Degrees in education, leadership and English. In addition, I earned a doctorate in Educational Leadership. I have also served as an Adjunct English Professor at The University of Mobile, Faulkner State Community College and Bishop State Community College. In addition, I also conducted teacher education classes for the Alabama State Department of Education. Educating children and assisting teachers is truly my passion and I have found a new home at Weinacker’s Montessori School.
Ms. Ruhamah Longshaw-Hill - Assistant Director
I hold a Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Alabama A&M, of which I am so very proud. I am thrilled to be the mother of three fantastic children, two of which are currently attending college close to home and my last child will be a senior in high school, set to graduate in 2025. He has an offer to play football for the University of Alabama. I have worked in childcare for over 25 years and have enjoyed watching young minds grow and flourish. I was a director for 10 years where I found my passion for educating young minds. I know everyone has a calling in life and I know that my calling is watching young children grow into the best young people they can possibly be.
"Nothing can dim the light which shines from within" ~ Dr. Mya Angelo
Meet the Teachers
Allise Bowden
I have been a life long educator in Baldwin County, growing up in Magnolia Springs and currently residing in Loxley with my husband and two children.
I have always had a passion for working with children and over 20 years of experience teaching/directing at Baldwin County Schools, The Head Start Program and as CEO of Foley Learning Center. After earning my associates degree in Early Childhood Development, and Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education/ Elementary Education from the University of West Alabama I fell in love with the Montessori Philosophy and earned my Montessori Teaching Certificate from the North American Montessori Center. I have proudly worked for Weinacker’s Montessori Schools since 2015 and I look forward to watching the children freely develop for years to come.
The first duty of an education is to stir up life, but leave it free to develop. ~ Maria Montessori
Alisha Williams - Toddler Lead Teacher
Hello, my name is Alisha Williams. I am a licensed massage therapist. However, I have been working with children for over ten years and plan to continue on my current path. I'm a single parent and with one child who I love so dearly. I grew up in Daphne Alabama. I'm the youngest of 2 siblings. I started out babysitting for some of my church family and I knew it was something I loved. I adjusted my career to childcare and teaching children. I love seeing their unique talents and personalities. When not a work, I love spending time with friends and family. We like to go to the parks to explore.
Tomeka Carson
I am the Lead infant teacher at Lake Forest Weinacker's Montessori School where I have been employed since 2019. I have raised two successful and respectful children. I am a Memaw and have a host of nieces and nephews whom I have influenced and guided for quite some time. I truly feel children are blessings from God And the future for all we hold dear. That is why I chose to become a teacher at Weinacker’s and a light for all kids to shine.