Meet The Staff

Graziano Kari

Director

My name is Kari Graziano and I am the Director at LCK.  I have a degree in Early Childhood and a Master’s Degree in Urban Education.  I spent the first 15 years of my teaching career in Milwaukee Public Schools.  My daughters attended LCK and I served on the Board for two years as Class Representative and Secretary and was the 4K teacher for five years prior to being Director.   I live in North Lake with my husband Tony, daughters Kennedy, Reese, and puppy Ivee.

Andrea Keane

4K AM/PM Teacher

My name is Mrs. Andrea Keane and I am excited to be your child’s teacher.  I earned my degree from Carroll College in Elementary Education with an emphasis on Adaptive Education. I spent the first 7 years of my teaching career in Greenfield Public Schools teaching middle school and 9 years in East Troy Community Schools teaching 3rd grade where I found a passion for early literacy.  I am very grateful to work at LCK in the very building I attended myself. I live in Merton with my husband, Tim and sons, Jack and Kyler.

Nichole Wright Oct 13

4K Paraprofessional/Before and After Care Director

My name is Nichole Wright. I live in Oconomowoc with my husband Andre and my stepdaughter Mya. I enjoy traveling, shopping, and spending time with my family and friends. I am the 4K Paraprofessional, Director of LCK’s Before and Aftercare Program and Extended Care Program at North Lake School.

Kelsea Tajnai Oct 13

3K Teacher

My name is Kelsea Tajnai and I am the 3K teacher at LCK. Before becoming a stay-at-home parent, I worked in several settings of early childhood and am looking forward to returning to the field. I live in Hartland with my husband Jon, son Jack, daughters Marni and Ester and our dog Rocky. I love to spend my free time doing all things outdoors with my family, being out on the water, enjoying quality time with friends or getting lost in a good book. All three of our children have gone through the LCK program and last year I had the opportunity to sit on the board as Vice President of Operations. I am happy to be part of the staff and continue to serve in this phenomenal community.

Mallory Hazelwood Oct 13

3K Paraprofessional/Before and After Care Paraprofessional

My name is Mallory Hazelwood and I am the 3K paraprofessional, as well as teacher for the before and aftercare program through LCK. I live in Hartland with my husband Jesse and our three daughters, Jordyn, Jenna, and Jayce. Jayce attended 4K through LCK and I was grateful for the opportunity to volunteer in her classroom often. Before becoming a stay-at-home mom, I spent several years working with young children. I have certifications in both infant and early education. In my free time I enjoy cooking and baking, spending time with family and friends, gardening and traveling to our favorite vacation spot, Folly Beach!

Alana Nowak

Before and After Care Paraprofessional

My name is Alana Nowak and I am thrilled to be part of the wonderful team at Lake Country Kindergarten. For more than 10 years, I have had the joy of working with 3 and 4 year olds in a variety of roles. My husband, Ken, and I live in North Lake with our three daughters-Alivia, Sophia, and Ava. As a family, we love spending time outdoors, whether it’s walking our dog, Ruby, kayaking, or simply enjoying nature.

About Us

Lake Country Kindergarten Preschool’s goal for our children is to generate excitement for learning and to foster feelings of safety and comfort in the school environment. This is accomplished by providing a warm, caring and interesting classroom.

Contact Information
Lake Country Kindergarten 262-966-2033
Hours and Mailing Address

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Our Mailing Address
Lake Country Kindergarten Preschool
P.O. Box 191
North Lake, Wisconsin 53064