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The Roots Team.

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Tanza Terrell, Roots ALC Director

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Greetings,  


It is such a joy to share and be apart of a dream, a legacy, a foundation, and a family such as Roots Activity Learning Center. I am grateful for the opportunity to work alongside great educators and a team to help educate and liberate the minds of the children, Roots Activity Learning Center’s future. As the Director of Roots Activity Learning Center, I am inspired to continue the race of serving the families and the communities with Love, Respect, Dignity, and empowerment. WE ARE THE ROOTS and together we

 

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WILL WIN. I have been a part of the Roots family for over 20 years. I am a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children, National Back Child Development institute, and obtained a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education from Ashford University. I am a mother and a grandmother that is proud to have both children and grandchildren be a part of the root’s family. I am thankful for all that were before me that paved the way for me to be here today. I am dedicated and committed to continuing the mission and philosophy of Roots Activity Learning Center. 

Mama Tanza Terrell, Current Director
Roots activity Learning Center

tterrell@rootsalc.org

202-882-5515

Jamese Simmon, CDA
Teacher (Infant Cener)
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Joyce Achugbu, BA
Teacher (Toddler 1&2)
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Mercadise Thomas, CDA
Teacher (Infant Center)
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Renada Murphy
Assist. Teacher (Toddler 2 & 3)
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