EXPERIENCED & DEEPLY CARING
The Minds Behind the Magic
Keen Minds Academy’s educators are experienced, deeply caring, and STEM-focused professionals dedicated to nurturing your child’s natural curiosity.
Diane Cannon
Director & STEM Specialist
With 40+ years in early childhood care, Director Diane Cannon has done it all—leading centers, teaching in classrooms, supporting families in the NICU, and training them as a certified infant CPR instructor. She knows child care inside and out and designs a joyful, STEM-rich program where play, curiosity, and deep care fuel every child’s growth.
Jackie Smith
Preschool teacher
Jackie brings extensive experience supporting young preschoolers and multi‑age groups, blending play, structure, and warmth to help every child feel seen and confident.
Meet Our Exceptional Educators
At Keen Minds Academy, our teaching team is the heart of our boutique STEM community. Each educator is chosen for their deep experience, caring nature, and specialized expertise in fostering early scientific curiosity in children's most formative years.
Porsha Wilson
Preschool Teacher
Porsha Wilson brings rich experience from Montessori schools and play-and-learn centers, and is passionate about supporting children through their most important growing years. As a mom of three, she understands young children deeply and creates a classroom where every child feels seen, safe, and excited to learn.
Mozhgan Sadiyehakhlaghi
INFANT and TODDLER specialist
With 20 years of experience caring for children from infancy through preschool, Mozhgan creates calm, nurturing classrooms where little ones feel safe to explore, learn, and grow.
Want to learn more about our team and see our STEM-rich environment in action? We’d love to welcome you for a visit.