About the Management Team

Shannon Maddasion, School Director, has been an educator, manager, and mentor in the early childhood field for over 20 years. She has three beautiful children of her own and has a passion for educating young children.  Shannon attended Sam Houston University where she majored in Early Childhood Education.  She has been with Children's Lighthouse since 2013 and enjoys the partnership with the Harvest Green community! 

Hello, my name is Ashley Delafuente, and I am the Curriculum Coordinator at Children’sLighthouse-Harvest Green. I've been working in education for several years, and I'vehad the pleasure of working with kids of all ages. It's amazing to see children develop alove for learning, and I'm absolutely passionate about education. I'm currently pursuinga degree in Social Sciences at the University of Houston Downtown, where I'mexpanding my knowledge and excitement for education. My goal is to create a warm,welcoming environment for children, teachers, and parents, where everyone feelssupported and valued. I'm dedicated to using my expertise in our B.R.I.G.H.T ,C.A.R.E.S., and Quest curriculum to empower our teachers to provide the besteducation for our children. As a mom to a wonderful son, I understand the importanceof creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for little ones to learn and grow. Inmy free time, I love spending time with my family, diving into a good book, and playingsports like softball and volleyball. I am thrilled to be a part of the Children’s LighthouseHarvest Green family and can't wait to help inspire a love for learning in all of ourstudents!

Hello! My name is Gabrielle Sanchez! I have been working in early childhood education for over 12 years, serving in many roles including Pre-K and Private Kindergarten Lead Teacher, Education Director and Curriculum Coordinator. I also hold coursework in Child Development with a focus on preschool and infant/toddler development- helping them reach their full potential and creating a nurturing environment where they can thrive. I love building deep, meaningful connections with children and their families, and I strive to foster a school culture that enhances learning while strengthening family and community engagement. Outside of school, I enjoy reading, tending to my plants, watching movies and spending time with my husband, Michael, our three dogs (Bella, Hodor, and Beau) and our cat, Tiggs. I am grateful for the opportunity to continue making a positive impact here at Children's Lighthouse Harvest Green.

Hello, my name is Jade Ochoa, and I am the Digital Marketing and Social Media Coordinator at Children’s Lighthouse - Harvest Green. I’m extremely passionate about capturing the joy, growth, and memorable moments that happen here at our center, ensuring each post reflects the warmth and care that contributes to our community being a family! From highlighting fun classroom activities to celebrating milestones, my goal is to showcase what makes Children’s Lighthouse – Harvest Green a special place for both our kids and families. With having a bachelor’s degree in psychology from The University of Oklahoma and a love for childhood development, I am dedicated to always promoting and creating a positive and fun environment for our children. Outside of capturing content and brainstorming ideas with the kids, you can find me relaxing with a good book, vacationing with my family, or spending time with my two playful pups, who always keep life exciting! As of right now, I am also furthering my education in Human Resources at Rice University. Being apart of this incredible team is truly rewarding, and I’m honored to help families see the magic that unfolds here every day!

 I am excited to be part of Children’s Lighthouse- Harvest Green family!