President: Jordan Clegg-Ruhl

Hello and welcome to First Presbyterian Preschool! My name is Jordan Clegg-Ruhl and this is my first year as President of the preschool board. My daughter, Marlowe, will be starting her second year at FPP this fall in Miss Megan’s 4s morning class, and Miss Haley’s Enrichment program. My youngest daughter, Colette, is counting down the days until she turns 3 and can start enjoying her days at FPP like her big sister. Our family enjoys traveling, spending time outdoors, and hanging with friends. When I’m not spending time with my kids, I enjoy reading, gardening, and skiing.​​
Contact: president.fppreschool@gmail.com

Program Coordinator: Heidi White

Heidi is greatly looking forward to be starting in the position of Program Coordinator for First Presbyterian Preschool this year.  She first began her involvement with FPP as a cooperative parent in 2012 and is now seeing her fourth child through the program.  She also served on the board as Treasurer for 3 years.  She believes strongly in this wonderful play-based program, the outstanding and warm teachers and the loving and special community of which the preschool is comprised and is so grateful to be a part of it all.  Heidi holds her B.A. in Literature from Mount St. Mary's in Los Angeles and is passionate about early childhood education.  She loves doing all things summer in West Michigan with her busy family.
​Contact: firstpresbpreschool@gmail.com 

Church Rep: Bev Plagenhoef 

Bio coming soon! 


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Recording Secretary: Lise Zinck

Hello! I am the Recording Secretary and I take notes during the board meetings and help out with our fundraisers. My husband Aaron and I are the proud parents of Alice in the T-Th AM class, as well as FPP alums Mary and Billy, plus our new addition Freddy. I also work with the Hope Summer Science Camps and help coordinate Sunday School at our church. In our free time (ha!) my husband and I like to play board games and head out to local trivia nights. 
Contact: secretary.fppreschool@gmail.com ​

Tuition/Financial Assistance: Cari Allen

Hello!  My name is Cari Allen and this is my family's first year with FPP. I am serving on the board as the Tuition Chair, and my son, Maxwell, is in the Tuesday/Thursday morning 3's class. We're both looking forward to an exciting year of meeting new friends and families! In addition to Max, I am also the mother to Alyssa (15) and Jude (7 months). When I'm not busy with the kids, you can find me at Full Potential Physical Therapy where I work as the Office Manager. ​​
​Contact: tuition.fppreschool@gmail.com

Treasurer: Alicia Pattullo

My name is Alicia Pattullo and I'm excited to be the new Treasurer here! My husband and I have lived in Holland for 8 years now and have loved raising our family here.  We have 3 kiddos; Emma 7, Felicity 4 and Oliver 2. Our middle will be in the 4's am program this year.  We are looking forward to having another great year! 

Contact: treasurer.fppreschool@gmail.com 

Social Secretary: Amber Nevezel

Hello! My name is Amber Nevenzel and I am the Social Secretary for the FPP school board. This is my 4th year on the board (2nd in this role) and love the involvement in the school community that this role brings! My daughter Kenzie and son Adam are FPP alums who attend HLA. My son Alex will be in the 3s morning class this year and is so excited that it’s his turn to be here!! When I’m not chasing my kids around, you can find me at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital where I work as a NICU nurse, catching a sporting event (my husband Kyle coaches both Boys and Girls Varsity Soccer at Fennville, as well as assists for the Girls Varsity Basketball team at Holland), or hiking the various trails and parks that West Michigan has to offer!
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Contact: social.fppreschool@gmail.com

Vice President: Rachel Cox

Hi, I'm Rachel Cox. This is my fourth year at First Presbyterian Preschool and my third year on the board. I am married and have three children. Lilly is 6 years old, is an  FPP grad and is entering Kindergarten at Holland Public. My son George is 4 years old and will be in the 4's afternoon class. And my baby is Oliver is 18 months and is anxiously awaiting his time for preschool. Even though I graduated from Holland High, my family has only lived in Holland for three years. Before that, we lived in England, just outside of London. My husband was born and raised in England. When we are not doing everyday life, we enjoy hiking, camping, playing at the beach, exploring new towns and cities, cooking, baking, and reading. I am very much looking forward to familiar traditions and also excited to be a part of some new traditions. Thank you for joining me on my preschool journey! God bless!​​

​Contact: vp.fppreschool@gmail.com 

Scheduling: Allison Kornoelji

Hello! My name is Allison Kornoelje and this is my third year as a part of First Presbyterian Preschool and my second year on the board as the scheduling chair. My daughter, Emma, is entering the 4's am class with Miss Megan and doing the fantastic Enrichment program with Miss Haley this year! I also have a daughter who just graduated the preschool and is entering Spanish Immersion Kindergarten at New Groningen Elementary School in Zeeland. In addition to my primary role as a mom, I am also a Physical Therapist with specialty in pediatrics working at Harbor Rehabilitation and MaryFreeBed as well as an advocate/consultant for safer skincare and better regulation of the skincare industry with Beautycounter out of Santa Monica, CA. I am looking forward to a great school year!

Membership: Amanda Marsman

This is my first year as membership chair, and I have enjoyed getting to know so many new families! This is my third year on the board. My daughter Sadie is in T/TH am and I have 2 daughters who are FPP graduates. My son Will is only 1, but I am looking forward to the day he gets to attend our wonderful program. First Presbyterian Preschool Rocks!!!

​Contact: membership.fppreschool@gmail.com 

Alumni/VP Assistant: Katie Solomon

Hi! I’m Katie and I’m the Alumni Representative. My 2 daughters, Rylie (8) and Avery (6) are FPP graduates and my son Joseph (1) will be joining the preschool crew in a couple years! Part of my responsibility on the board is organizing delicious restaurant fundraisers so be on the lookout for emails from me this year! I’m looking forward to another fun year on the board and getting to know new preschool families! 

Contact: alumni.fppreschool@gmail.com 

Purchasing: Meghan Trowbridge

Hello!  I’m Meghan.  Our daughter, Avery, is a FPP graduate and is entering 1st grade at New Groningen Elementary in Zeeland.  Our son, Ben, will be in the 4s morning class.  Our youngest son, Sean, will be a student here in the future.  This is my third year as the Purchasing Chair.  I am looking forward to meeting new families and having a great year.  
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Contact: purchasing.fppreschool@gmail.com ​

Newsletter/Website: Carolyn Buck

Hello, I'm Carolyn! My son, Micah, is a FPP graduate and will be at Holland Language Academy next year. My daughter, Charley, will be in 4's preschool and can't wait for Enrichment! Our son, Jadon, is 18 months old and I'm sure will be an FPP graduate some day, along with his younger brother who should arrive when school starts. This is my third year as the newsletter chair -- I love being a part of such a fun, vibrant community that loves our kids! 

Contact: newsletter.fppreschool@gmail.com

Health Chair: Briana Russcher

Hi I'm Briana and this is my first year serving on the board. I'm very excited to be getting more involved. My son Birch is a graduate of FPP and in first grade, and my son Bodie will be in the 4s AM class in the fall as well as Enrichment. I also have an 18 month old daughter, Minna. I love living in West Michigan, you can often find me knitting, biking with my family or going to the beach!
Contact: health.fppreschool@gmail.com