Meet Our Team
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Melanie McPeake
Executive Director

Welcome to Rosebrook Child Development Center
I'm Melanie McPeake, a passionate advocate for quality early childhood education with 25 years of experience in the field. I founded Rosebrook in 2011 with the opening of our Wixom location, followed by Brighton in 2015, Kimball in 2021, and most recently, Fenton in 2025.
Across all four of our centers, my incredible team and I are dedicated to creating a warm, safe, and supportive environment where every child can learn, grow, and thrive. Rosebrook is deeply personal to me—my own children began their learning journeys here, and many of our staff members' children have as well. We welcome every new family as if they were part of our own.
If you have any questions or would like to schedule a tour, please don’t hesitate to give us a call.
We look forward to meeting you and your family!

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Jacque DeConick
Regional Director

Jacque De Conick has proudly grown with Rosebrook Child Development Center for over a decade. She began her journey in 2011 as a Preschool Teacher, where her enthusiasm and dedication to early learning quickly stood out. In 2012, she stepped into the Program Director role, bringing her passion for children, families, and community connection to the forefront of her leadership.

With over 15 years of experience in early childhood education, Jacque has had the joy of teaching and guiding children of all ages—from infants to School Age. She holds a degree in Early Childhood Education and is committed to lifelong learning, continuing to attend workshops and conferences each year to stay inspired and up to date on best practices in the field.

Jacque is deeply passionate about fostering strong relationships with children, families, and the community. She believes that children thrive when they are surrounded by love, encouragement, and opportunities for hands-on exploration. Her goal is to ensure every child who walks through Rosebrook’s doors feels safe, supported, and excited to learn each day.

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Maggie German
Program Director | Kimball

Maggie is the Program Director at Rosebrook Wixom. She has been with Rosebrook for 6 years and  has loved every minute. She has 20+ years’ experience working with children from 6 weeks through preschool. Maggie graduated with an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Development and enjoys using what she has learned throughout the center. When she is not at Rosebrook Maggie enjoys spending her time with her triplet boys Ethan, Evan, and Elijah who are turning 10 years old in February 2022.

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Taylor Hull
Program Director | Brighton

Hello, my name is Taylor and I’ve been with Rosebrook since September of 2015. I love watching the children learn and grow. Being a part of their early learning is very rewarding. When I’m not at Rosebrook I love spending time with my husband Tyler and my daughter Margo.

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Shana Stevenson
Enrollment Specialist

Shana has been a part of Rosebrook since 2012 in a variety of classrooms and positions. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development from Central Michigan University. Shana believes childcare is valuable for young minds and is amazed everyday as she watches the children of Rosebrook learn, play, and grow. Shana is married and has a child of her own. Shana loves reading, cooking, and crafting
in her spare time and enjoys quality time with friends and family.

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Sarah Tokarski
Program Director at Fenton

Sarah first joined Rosebrook as a Pre-K teacher, and after a year of working alongside our wonderful staff and families, she is stepping into this new leadership role with enthusiasm and dedication.

With over 10 years of experience in the field of early childhood education, Sarah holds a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Studies and a Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, along with teaching certifications for children from birth through eighth grade. She is passionate about creating a nurturing, play-based environment where every child feels safe, curious, and encouraged to explore.

Sarah looks forward to continuing to partner with our talented team and families to make every child’s early years joyful, enriching, and full of discovery.

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Michelle Empson
Program Director at Wixom

Michelle holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Services and brings a strong background in child and family services. With over a decade of experience in early childhood education, she is dedicated to creating a warm, inclusive, and play-based environment where children can grow, explore, and thrive.

Michelle’s leadership emphasizes collaboration, teacher development, and ensuring that every child receives individualized, developmentally appropriate care.

Outside of work, Michelle enjoys spending time with her family, walking her four dogs, being creative with art, and relaxing at the beach. She’s a proud mom of three (and three bonus kids!) and loves celebrating their accomplishments.