Our Team

Lubbock Frankford

I am Samantha Flores, the Principal at Treehouse Children’s Academy on Frankford, where I have had the privilege of serving for over two years. With more than 10 years of experience in the childcare field, I am deeply committed to fostering the growth and development of young children. Throughout my career, I have found great fulfillment in building strong, supportive, and trusting relationships with both children and their families.
As a single mother to my 14-year-old daughter, Analia, I understand the significance of creating a nurturing and safe environment for young individuals. In my personal life, I cherish spending quality time with my family, including our 3-year-old dog, Zoe. Together, Analia, Zoe, and I love traveling and enjoying the outdoors, whether it’s taking nature walks or simply relishing the fresh air. During moments of downtime, I also enjoy puzzles and reading.
My passion for working with children has been a driving force since my early years, and it continues to fuel my dedication to this profession. I take immense pride in my work and am committed to providing a positive, nurturing atmosphere where each child can thrive. I am particularly grateful to work for an organization that upholds Christian principles, which align closely with my own values. I believe in supporting not only the academic but also the character and spiritual growth of every child.
As Principal, my foremost goal is to ensure that each family receives the highest quality of care and support. It is essential to me that every child feels welcomed, valued, and cherished within our academy, creating a home-like environment where they can flourish. I look forward to personally meeting each of you and partnering with your family as we embark on this meaningful journey together.

Lubbock 82nd

My name is Darion Garza and I am the principal at TreeHouse Children’s Academy on 82nd. I have been working in early education for many years now. I have worked for TreeHouse Children’s Academy for 4 years and have won Best of Lubbock multiple years in a row! My passion is doing what I am doing now. Being able to touch so many lives daily and making everyone feel safe, noticed and loved is what I feel God has called me to do. No matter what may be going on in the world or my life; stepping into a classroom with my students gives me appreciation and centers me by seeing their smiles and being able to embrace their love. Knowing that families entrust me and my team with their babies shows that they have peace and comfort within my walls and that they know I will do all that I can to always protect their little ones. I am an only child and have one son of my own. My son is my absolute world along with my husband and they make my family complete. On our free time we enjoy taking family vacations, family date nights, movies and watching MMA together. With being such a small and close nit family that I come from I know what I want for my own child and that is what I try to provide every student (baby, toddler, preschool or preteen) and family that enrolls at my school. I pray that any time spent with me and my school is always beneficial and what any individual may need whether that be teammates, students, families or anyone that may step foot in my school.

Amarillo Hillside

My name is Jennifer Pereida, I am honored to introduce myself as the new principal of Treehouse Children’s Academy. I am a proud mother of three and grandmother of twelve. I bring over 32 years of experience working with children.

Throughout my career, I have served in many roles from assistant teacher to director gaining a deep understanding of what it takes to support children, families, and educators. I have also worked with Texas Rising Star as a provider services specialist helping childcare centers across the Texas panhandle grow into higher-quality programs. I am passionate about early childhood education and committed to creating a nurturing, engaging, and excellent learning environment for every child.

Through the years I have achieved an Associates degree and a Bachelors degree to improve my knowledge for the families and children that I touch through working in child care.

I truly believe that God has placed me here for a purpose and to walk alongside each of you, our students, families, staff, and help Treehouse Children’s Academy shine in the best way possible. I am excited to lead this school and work together with our dedicated teachers to help every child reach their fullest potential.