Meet our staff
Hi! My name is Amy Culbertson. I graduated from Salisbury University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education. I have taught Preschool for 20 years. I am married to Matt and we have three grown children Walter, Madeline and Charles. We are a military family and my husband retired after 35 years in the Marine Corps. We are excited to be back on the Eastern Shore and we live in Public Landing. Asbury was my church when I was a little girl and I am thankful to be here!
Amy Culbertson - 2’s Teacher
My name is Hailey Southern.
My name is Danna Abbott, I was born in Salisbury and attended local schools. I have an elementary education degree from the University of Florida. (Go Gators) I started teaching at ACDC when my child were young. They both now live is Salisbury with their families. In fact, I even had my granddaughter in Kindergarten. ACDC has been my home for many years, I wish for all the children that attend ACDC to leave with a love of learning and school.
Danna Abbott - Kindergarten Teacher
My name is Holly Foster. I was born and raised in Salisbury, Md. I graduated from James M. Bennett High School and received my Bachelor of Science degree in Business administration from The University of Richmond. I am married and have two teenage daughters. Upon graduation I worked for a law office in Salisbury and then worked as an Admissions Counselor for a local Business School in Salisbury also. I continued on to become the Director of Admissions at Wor-Wic Community College. After working there for 11 years, I resigned after the birth of my first child. I now have 2 teenage daughters.
Holly Foster - Aide
My name is Molly Byer. I work in the 3’s classrooms. I’m so thankful for the opportunity to work with the ACDC students at Asbury. It is incredible to see the growth they make socially and academically. I have been married to my husband, David Byer, for 21 years. We met when we were attending Salisbury State University. While there, I received my degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Communication Arts. Years later, I also received my Masters in Education. Although my husband and I grew up on the western shore, we fell in love with Salisbury and decided to make it our home. I love working at Asbury! I’m thankful for a job that makes me smile every day!
Molly Byer - 3’s Teacher/Aide
Hi! I am Jennifer Golba and I live in Salisbury, MD with my husband Pete and two kids, Andrew and Brooke. I graduated from Parkside High School and attended Wesley College in Dover, DE where I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education. I worked as a public school teacher before staying home with my children. Both of my kids attended Asbury and I started working here when my daughter Brooke was in Kindergarten. I love it! I enjoy spending time with my family, the beach and summer!
Jen Golba - 3’s Teacher
My name is Angie McLaughlin. I am an alumni, past teacher, and past parent of Asbury Child Development Center. I have returned to assist in the office and be a part of the school I have known and loved for a very long time. I received my bachelor's degree at Miami University in Oxford, OH in elementary education K-8. I live in Salisbury with my husband and four children.
Angie McLaughlin - 3’s Teacher/Aide
My name is Kristen Patey and I live in Delmar, DE with my husband Scott and two children. I was born and raised in Milford, DE and graduated from Milford Senior High School. I received my bachelor of science degree in marketing from Wesley College in Dover, DE. After being a stay-at-home mom for the last 17 years, I am loving my role as an assistant in the 3 year old classrooms.
Kristen Patey - Aide
My name is Sarah Szczurko. I currently serve as a teacher’s aide. It is my pleasure to work at my home church and serve the children and families of Asbury Child Development Center!
Sara Szczurko - Aide
My name is Aimee Lankford. I will be working in the 2's room as an assistant on T/TH. I am originally from Aurora, Colorado. I moved to the Eastern Shore of MD in 2008 to work for a hotel company. My background is in Hospitality and hotel management. I met my husband shortly after moving here and never left. We have two sons. After having my second son I decided to stay home with them full time. Both of my boys started Asbury in the 2's program. I am very excited that the opportunity came up for me to become part of the wonderful team at Asbury. I look forward to spending time with your children this year.
Aimee Lankford - Aide
My name is Laurie Webb. I grew up in Virginia and attended East Carolina University in Greenville, NC where I majored in recreation & Hospitality. My husband and I moved from South Carolina in 2002, and have two sons.
Laurie Webb - Aide
My name is Sheila Loar. I am originally from Vermont and moved to Salisbury in 2004. I’ve been married for over 20 years and have two children. My daughter Abbey attended Asbury as a three and four year old student. I have volunteered and served as a substitute over the years at Asbury. I value the opportunity to serve the families of Asbury Child Development Center and to follow my passion to work with early learners.
Sheila Loar - 2’s Teacher
Marley Duchaine - 2’s Teacher
My name is Marley Duchaine and I am the older 2’s Monday, Wednesday Friday teacher! I have three daughters of mine who are 9, 5, and 3, Two of them have attended Asbury. I have a bachelors degree in art education from Longwood University and I have a background in teaching two year olds, pre-K and kindergarten. I have also been a nanny to infants and toddlers, as well as a summer camp counselor. In my free time, I love to spend time with my family and friends, go to the beach, go shopping, and watch movies. I am excited for a fun school year!
My name is Sarah McCabe. I currently serve as the music teacher for all of Asbury Child Development Center. It is my pleasure to share my love of music with the children and families of Asbury Child Development Center!
Sarah McCabe - Music Teacher
I am Brenda Hearne and I help keep Asbury Child Development Center running smoothly by keeping track of our financial resources. It is my pleasure to serve the children and families of Asbury Child Development Center!
Brenda Hearne - Bookkeeper
Elizabeth Jimmerson - 4’s Teacher
My name is Elizabeth Jimmerson.
My name is Kelly Bascow. I'm excited to start my first year working at Asbury as an aide in the 2's class. My husband and I live in Salisbury. We have 2 boys, one that went to Asbury and one is a current student. I received my bachelors from The University of Scranton and my masters from Temple University. I was recently the Head Basketball Coach at Salisbury University for 12 years. I'm looking forward to this new adventure, getting to make an impact on the students and having more time with my own kids.
Kelly Bascow - Aide
Jen Shipe - 3’s Teacher
Hailey Southern - 4’s Teacher
My name is Casey Taylor and I live in Delmar, MD with my husband Scott and three children Riley, Blake and Colby. I graduated from Salisbury University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education/Outdoor Education. I taught Kindergarten at a local private school for over 6 years. Before working as the Director of Asbury Child Development Center, I was the director of a child development center on the Western Shore. I enjoy spending time with my family at the beach, boating, fishing/crabbing, and skiing.
Casey Taylor - Director