91ÊÓÆµ

Like a Home Away From Home

2 min
Jul 15, 2024

Spotlight on Cari Fowler

  • Role: Executive Director
  • Location: 91ÊÓÆµl of Medford
  • Malvern School Employee Since: 2010
When 91ÊÓÆµl was preparing to open the Medford location in 2010, we knew we needed an experienced and exceptional leader at our new school. Cari fit the bill to a T. As Executive Director, she helped establish 91ÊÓÆµl of Medford as a top early learning destination in Burlington County. For the past six years, she has also served as a Team Leader at various other Malvern School locations in New Jersey � ensuring 91ÊÓÆµl feels like a home away from home for students, families and staff.

Why did you decide to make 91ÊÓÆµl your professional home?�

CF: As a former Pre-K Lead Teacher and an experienced early learning Director, I felt an instant connection with 91ÊÓÆµl�s educational philosophy centered on incorporating the whole child into early childhood development. I had already opened two other schools in the past with other companies, but I wanted to get in on the ground level and open a brand-new school with a high-quality child care program. �

What makes 91ÊÓÆµl feel like a home away from home?�

CF: 91ÊÓÆµl provides a clean, safe and nurturing environment for all children and families. Our teachers take pride in their individualized approach to education, their love for our young friends and their organized classrooms. When walking into our building, it�s evident that the school feels like a home away from home. 91ÊÓÆµl is also an extremely supportive environment for staff. As a Director, I love the work-life balance and look forward to coming to work every day knowing I have the support of my Business Managers and the Executive Office team. They have taken an active interest in developing my career and have truly inspired me to be a motivated leader.

Speaking of work-life balance, what has 91ÊÓÆµl meant to your family?�

CF: All three of my children have gone through and graduated from 91ÊÓÆµl. In fact, my son was one of the first infants at the Medford location back in 2010. It was a great experience for me to have my children join me and share all that quality time. I still reminisce with the staff who taught my children about their little personalities back then and how, in some ways, they still haven�t changed.  

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