Make Learning Fun
And Meaningful
With Hands-On Play, Caring Guidance, And Expert Attention
Make Learning Fun And Meaningful
With Hands-On Play, Caring Guidance, And Expert Attention
terri bercasio
Founder of Rising Star Preschools, Terri Bercasio, is passionate about helping communities who need more outreach, support and resources in order to rise. She began her career as a drug and alcohol therapist, and she still deeply cares about giving families access to mental health resources for overall wellbeing.
Terri saw a great need in her community to help parents and families with childcare and formed a daycare based in a church to help local families. While she worked at the daycare all day, she went to school at night for Early Childhood Education and when she earned enough units to become a preschool teacher, Rising Star Preschools was born. She hired women from the community to be trained and become preschool teachers, too. Rising Star Preschools has expanded into several preschools and Terri is leading the way to not only educate children and prepare them for Kindergarten and life beyond, but believes in helping the whole family improve their lives.
Moving forward Terri is dreaming even bigger, with plans to open a 24 hour crisis nursery so children have alternatives to being placed with child protective services and will continue expanding opportunities.
terri bercasio
Welcome, my name is Terri Bercasio, and I’m the Executive Director.
Early childhood development and serving our community is my passion, and I’m blessed to dedicate the last ten years of my life to early childhood education as a teacher, mentor, and Director, as well as leader and volunteer for the Children’s Ministry.
Our school culture is centered on developing the whole child–socially, emotionally, cognitively, spiritually, and academically.
Children thrive in an environment where they’re loved and valued as individuals. Working with parents, children, and my superstar team, your child benefits from an inclusive learning environment where we celebrate their unique genius, so they grow into confident, lifelong learners.
I take joy in making a difference in other’s lives both personally and professionally.
I have two wonderful children, and thanks to them and my connection with my community and families, my life is full of adventure and happiness.
I can’t wait to meet your family.
About Us
Who we are & What we do
Our purpose at Rising Star Preschools is to focus on families in need of the most help, underserved communities to provide daycare, education and a safe space for children 0-5 years old. Our bigger purpose is about helping families. That’s why we additionally provide and connect parents with mental health & drug and alcohol services, as well as training for parents who want to acquire work skills in the early childhood education field.
Mission
At Rising Star Preschool, we’re a nonprofit providing a safe, caring, educational environment where every child is given the opportunity to succeed. Equally important is our commitment to connecting children & parents with any social service needs.
Mission
At Rising Star Preschool, we’re a nonprofit providing a safe, caring, educational environment where every child is given the opportunity to succeed. Equally important is our commitment to connecting children & parents with any social service needs.
Vision
Helping families heal and rise above the poverty level to live a better life. OR Giving kids and families a chance at a better life.
Core Values
- Every family deserves to feel safe and be respected.
- We pride ourselves on being open, honest, considerate, and free of judgement.
- You are not alone. We are your community and we’re here to advocate for you and your children.
- We are solution-oriented, focused on customizing education and support for the whole family.
- We believe in always striving for excellence in all we do.
Your Child Takes The Lead In Their Learning
Hands-on Curricula That Goes Beyond Academics
Engaging Interns Enrich Your Child’s Experience
See why your little student will love learning and book a tour with us today!
How old is your child?
Infants
preschool
2 - 5 years
