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Andrea Gillispie
Owner
Andrea and her family have lived in Arizona since 2006, when they relocated from California where she was born and raised. Her education in business administration has allowed her to lead multiple organizations over the past 25 years. Combined with her love of kids and passion to support families, she founded WonderWise Preschool and Childcare Centers in 2008. During the 2020 pandemic, with center closures and more people moving into the area, she realized the upcoming need for more quality childcare programs and has been consulting with existing organizations to help launch preschools. She is married to her high school sweetheart, Harvey, and they have two great kids, Ryan and Sarah. When she’s not working, she enjoys hanging out with her grandson, music, reading, or just spending time with family and friends. You will rarely see her without coffee in hand!
Lauren Torres
Administrator
Lauren grew up in Southern California, where her love for learning and community began at an early age. She spent 15 joyful years in the classroom, including a full decade teaching kindergarten — a place where she perfected the art of tying tiny shoes, nurturing big imaginations, and turning everyday moments into meaningful learning adventures. Her time in the classroom inspired her to pursue a Master’s degree in Educational Administration, expanding her impact beyond her own students and deepening her commitment to supporting educators as leaders. In 2022, Lauren brought her experience and enthusiasm to Arizona, joining the team at WonderWise. With more than a decade of hands-on teaching and leadership experience, she is passionate about creating environments where both students and educators feel supported, inspired, and empowered to thrive. Lauren has been happily married for 17 years and is a proud mom to three incredible girls. She loves hosting game nights, discovering new places with her family, and treating herself to a well-earned piece of dark chocolate.
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