Tricia McGovern begins her 11th year at Ada Village Preschool as the Director.  She earned her BA in Elementary Education from Hope College and then continued her education to earn her Master's Degree in Educational Leadership from Western Michigan University.  She has 18 prior years experience working with elementary-aged students as a teacher or administrator.  Tricia's son attended Ada Village Preschool for two years, prior to her teaching here.  During this time, she spent many hours volunteering in the preschool classroom as well as serving as an AVP Board Member.  Tricia enjoys reading, walking, boating on Lake Michigan and especially spending time with her family!