Our Leadership Team!
Nicklaus Bowyer,
General Manager
Hello everyone! My name is Nicklaus, but you can call me Nick! Thank you so much for allowing us the opportunity to partner with your families! Working at Stepping Stones is truly an honor, and I hope to have the chance to meet you all. To learn more about me, click below!
Stephen Spivey,
IT Manager
Hello everyone! My name is Stephen! I'm so excited to be on board at Stepping Stones. I get to work behind the scenes to make sure our students are safe and our teachers are well equipped to help facilitate learning form three months all the way through VPK. To learn more about me, click below!
Our Directors:
Miss Kaitlyn Hollingsworth
Niceville
Miss Kaitlyn joined our leadership team in May 2024, bringing valuable regulatory expertise from her time with Florida’s Department of Children and Families child care licensing division. Her deep understanding of childcare compliance helps us strengthen quality and safety across all Stepping Stones campuses.
Explore our Niceville preschool programs, Christian-based curriculum, and enrollment details — click below!
Miss Lauren Biesel
Bluewater Bay
Miss Lauren brings years of early childhood education experience to our Bluewater Bay campus. Her classroom expertise and personalized approach make her a valued part of our preschool team, helping children and families feel supported every step of the way.
Discover more about our Bluewater Bay preschool programs, Christian-based curriculum, and enrollment options — click below!
Miss Shelby Gautreau
Destin
With over 5 years of experience, Miss Shelby comes to us from Texas. Today, she leads our Destin campus, bringing deep institutional knowledge that helps families transition with confidence. Her background in early childhood education and long-standing commitment to Stepping Stones makes her a trusted resource for parents. Learn more about our Destin preschool programs, faith-based curriculum, and enrollment options — click below!
Miss Jamie
Adams
NWFSC
My name is Jamie Adams, and I am honored to serve as Director of Stepping Stones at NWFSC. I have several years of experience working in early childhood education, including VPK Teacher, Children’s Ministry Director and personal nanny. I believe strong relationships with families are one of the most important parts of a successful preschool experience and strive to build open communication and trust with every family in our program. My husband is a retired Air Force veteran, and our family has proudly called the Gulf Coast home for the past 20 years.
Meet our Brightest S.T.A.R.s!
Miss Abby W.
Float- Destin
Dedicated, Enthusiastic, and a servant's heart!