My name is Marisa Carbajal

I am a loyal Longhorn and earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Learning and Development with a minor in Childhood Studies at the University of Texas at Austin in 2007. I have a deep passion for early childhood education and feel strongly that in a safe environment filled with love, all children, even our littlest ones, can learn amazing things. I believe that a trusting relationship between a committed management team, dedicated teachers, and loving parents is the key to success! I trust that you will find our center to be one that nurtures all elements of your children’s development by creating a loving atmosphere where kindness and manners are praised as well as one where a quality curriculum is appropriately implemented. We know that the decision about where to send your children for these crucial years is such an important one and we are certain that our program and staff will fill you with confidence.

I hope that you always find our door open and welcoming and come and share any concerns or praises that you may have. We are committed to open and ongoing communication and are always available to families in our program. As a director who was a former teacher and is also a mom of two young sons, I have a universal perspective that helps ensure all families are receiving the quality of care that our learning center aims to provide.

I cannot thank you enough for sharing the most valuable part of your life with us and look forward to celebrating your children’s growth and successes together!

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I am thrilled to introduce myself as the Co-Director of Children’s Lighthouse Two Creeks! My name is Kat Landtroop and I am excited to be part of such a wonderful community.

I have had various leadership roles in preschools for over 7 years and have loved every minute. The first 17 years of my professional life were spent working in restaurants and hotels. I’ve done everything from restaurant management to cooking burgers to event coordinating and everything in between!

As a Preschool Director, I am dedicated to ensuring that every child who walks through our doors feels safe, valued, and supported. I believe in fostering a culture of kindness and respect, and encourage parents to be active partners in their child's education. They say “teamwork makes the dream work” and when parents and the school walk hand-in-hand through a child’s educational journey, beautiful things happen!

I’m a published children’s author and proud crafter. I’m kept on my toes by my husband, who runs his own business and our amazing son, who runs the household. I am passionate about early childhood education and believe that every child deserves the best possible start in life!