Movers and Shakers 10-23 months old

Heather Carlson has been teaching in District 110’s Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) program for 18 years. She holds a Minnesota Teaching License in Early Childhood and loves creating safe, joyful classrooms where little learners can thrive.

Heather believes in the power of play-based learning to help kids build early literacy, curiosity, and social skills. For Heather, the best part of teaching is watching children discover how fun learning can be alongside their families. Outside of school, she loves spending time with her own family and can’t wait to team up with parents for a wonderful school year ahead!

Lauren McQuillan is a parent and family educator primarily working with infants and young toddlers.  Lauren started her career as an elementary teacher, earning a masters degree in elementary education, licensed for K-8 education.  After having her son and twin girls, she was a stay at home mom and attended Waconia ECFE with her own children.  Now a licensed Parent Educator, Lauren has a unique perspective, embedded in this community she calls home.  In her free time, Lauren loves to travel, garden and spend time with her husband and three teenagers. You'll find her cheering her children on at a court, soccer field or track in the evenings and on weekends!