Miss Tina is a dedicated mom who loves spending time with her husband and their three grown children, Grant, Katie, and Andrew. She has embraced every stage of motherhood—cheering from the sidelines as a basketball, baseball, gymnastics, lacrosse, and hockey mom—and continues to support her kids in college. Tina enjoys spending time at the lake, visiting the farmers market, and playing pickleball. A proud Minnesota Wild fan, she brings that same spirit and energy to the classroom at Lord of Life!

Tracey Purcell and her husband Bill have two daughters, Taylor and Sophia, who attend the University of South Florida in Tampa. Before joining Lord of Life, Tracey worked as a Special Education Para in the Anoka-Hennepin School District for six years. She loves spending time with her family and friends, playing games, traveling, reading, golfing, and playing pickleball. Tracey finds great joy in working with preschoolers and treasures the opportunity to help children learn and grow in faith each day.

Miss Bria is a passionate and nurturing teacher in our 3s and 4s classroom who brings warmth, creativity, and a love of learning to every day. With years of hands-on teaching experience through homeschooling and a local co-op, she has developed a strong ability to meet children where they are and help them grow with confidence.

As a dedicated mom and active member of her church community, Miss Bria values building meaningful relationships with both students and families. She believes in creating a classroom environment that feels safe, joyful, and engaging for every child.

Outside the classroom, Miss Bria enjoys spending time with her family—whether baking, exploring new places, or enjoying cozy movie nights. She loves reading, especially as a way to relax, and embraces Minnesota winters, often spending snowy days outdoors with her family.

Mrs. O’Hanlon is a dedicated and compassionate preschool teacher for our 3s and 4s classroom. With over 15 years of experience in early childhood education, she brings a deep love for children and a nurturing approach that helps each student feel valued, confident, and excited to learn.

From a young age, Mrs. O’Hanlon knew she wanted to be both a mom and a teacher—and she is grateful to have lived out both of those callings. As a proud mother of four, she understands the importance of creating a supportive, engaging environment where children can grow and thrive.

Mrs. O’Hanlon enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling (especially to warm destinations during the winter months), and reading. Her passion for teaching shines through in her classroom, where she focuses on building strong relationships and fostering a love of learning in every child.