Keeping Up with Carrington
A weekly newsletter from Carrington Academy at Windermere
Mrs. Shabana Kandanuru, Lead Beginner Teacher
Hi! I am Shabana. I am the Beginner Lead Teacher here at Carrington Windermere. I am from India. I came to the USA around 13 years of age. I have two kids, one is a high schooler and 2nd grader. I enjoy many different foods and knowing different culture from around the world accumulated in one nation. I am very passionate about teaching children and spending time with them. I love watching how fast kids grow. I am excited to watch your kids grow through the earlier stages of their lives!
Mrs. Ainun Nahar, Beginner Assistant Teacher
Hi I'm Ainun Nahar! I'm a dedicated early childhood educator committed to fostering the growth and development of young children. I strive to create a nurturing, safe, and engaging learning environment where toddlers can explore, develop confidence, and reach important developmental milestones. I'm very passionate about supporting each child’s individual needs and building positive partnerships with families and colleagues to promote a strong foundation for lifelong learning! We are excited for another wonderful school year with you and your children!
Mrs. Prasanna Earle, Intermediate Assistant Teacher
Who makes up your family? (Pets included.) My family consists of my husband, son, daughter, and me. We love and support one another, and we enjoy spending quality time together. My family is very important to me, and I am grateful for the love, happiness, and beautiful memories we share. They bring so much joy and meaning to my life.
When did you join the Carrington Academy at Windermere family? I joined the Carrington Academy at Windermere family on June 22, 2026.
What led you to work at Carrington Academy at Windermere? I was drawn to Carrington Academy at Windermere because I value creating a positive and nurturing environment where children feel supported, encouraged, and excited to learn. I am passionate about supporting children during their early years and was excited to become part of a school that values children’s growth, development, and well-being. Additionally, Carrington Academy is conveniently located close to my home, making it a great fit for me both professionally and personally.
Can you share what you enjoy most about working here? What I enjoy most about working here is the wonderful relationships I have built with my students and coworkers. I love watching my students learn new things, grow, and become more confident each day. Even the little milestones and moments of success are so special and rewarding to see.
I also enjoy building positive relationships with parents and families and working together to support each child’s learning and development. I am very thankful to the management team for their support, encouragement, and trust. I truly feel valued and appreciated here.
Being chosen as Star Cheetah of the Month is such an honor, and I am very grateful to be part of this amazing school community.
Interesting fact about you that you’d like to share: A few interesting facts about me are that I am a hardworking and caring person who enjoys learning new things. I absolutely love working with children and truly enjoy spending time with them, helping them learn and grow.
Outside of work, I enjoy gardening and spending time in nature. I also love trying different cuisines and creating new dishes for my kids. In my free time, I enjoy listening to music. I also love finding fun and meaningful ways to bring joy, happiness, and learning experiences to the children I work with.
The Urbina-Sandoval Family
Who makes up your family? Our family is made up of Iron (dad), Veronica (mom), Catalina and Chocoflan ( recent kitty).
When did you join the Carrington Academy at Windermere family? We joined the Cheetah crew in the beginning of February of this year.
What led you to enroll at Carrington Academy at Windermere? Catalina’s reaction helped us choose Carrington. We are very selective about how she feels more because she spends most of her day there!
Can you share what your child(ren) has learned throughout their time with us? Catalina has learned to be more expressive which is hilarious. She also has been writing a lot more being more about drawings. It’s amazing what her mind comes up with.
Are there any specific staff you’d like to highlight or thank? If I want to highlight a staff who gets asked about a lot it would be Ms. Subha we hope she is doing well. We also hear a bunch about Ms. Sarah how fun she is and her robot expressions.Interesting fact about your family that you’d like to share? We are a mixed cultural family Veronica is Salvadoran and Iron is Mexican making Catalina a fun mixture asking for pupusas ( Salvadoran dish) while also eating Pozole ( Mexican dish ). We also like to learn new things. Catalina is trying to learn Korean currently.
About Us
Email: ashley.chandler@carringtonacademy.com
Website: carringtonwindermere.com
Location: 4410 Front 9 Drive, Cumming, GA, USA
Phone: 770.888.8011