Where Learning Meets Imagination in a Safe,
Fun-Filled Environment
Abington Kids Creative Learning Center is designed specifically to provide children with age appropriate activities in a safe and secure environment that allows children to be children. Students can explore a wide variety of activities that develop learning, encourage imagination, and promote positive social skills. At this stage of childhood education, children want to discover who they are and to pursue their own interests. Children want opportunities such as exciting science exploration, art, sports, fitness, reading, homework help for school age children, and more.
Our vision for Abington Kids Creative Learning Center is to provide a modern learning environment where children can interact with each other in a more creative and innovative way of learning. We are bridging the gap between school and working families to create an environment for children that mixes fun and learning. Our goal is to provide children with an open, flexible learning environment, which can support a range of experiences including delivering, applying, creating, communicating and decision making to initiate a healthy mix of learning and fun beyond the school bell. Parents will get a safe and convenient place in the community for their child to enjoy fun activities with friends that help them learn in a non-traditional way.
Melissa Namiotka
Owner & President
Melissa Namiotka is the owner and president of Abington Kids Creative Learning Center, Inc. Driven by her passion for early childhood education and her commitment to serving the growing community, Melissa founded Abington Kids to provide high-quality care and educational services for children of all ages. A lifelong resident of Clarks Summit, Melissa is a proud graduate of the Abington Heights School District.
Melissa earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education and Reading from East Stroudsburg University and later pursued a Master of Science degree in Educational Leadership and Curriculum Development from Marywood University. With a career dedicated to early childhood education, Melissa began as the Director of Education for the Early Head Start program, overseeing multiple 4-Star facilities in Pennsylvania’s Keystone STARS program. She then served as an Education Curriculum Specialist, delivering exceptional educational programs across the Northeast region.
Most recently, Melissa brought her expertise to the classroom as an elementary school teacher in the Abington Heights School District. Her extensive experience in both administrative and classroom settings underscores her unwavering dedication to nurturing and educating children.
Melissa and her husband, Ryan, have three beautiful children and continue to raise their family in the Abington community. She understands the critical role early childhood education plays in shaping future success in school and life. It has always been her dream to offer highly individualized, hands-on, play-based early childhood programs in the Abington community. Melissa looks forward to making a positive and lasting impact on the children enrolled at Abington Kids.
Brittany Gordon
Director
Brittany Gordon has served as the Director of Abington Kids Creative Learning Center since 2023. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a minor in African American Literature Studies from Susquehanna University in 2017. Brittany then pursued advanced studies at Ball State University, graduating in 2020 with a Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, specializing in Autism Studies, Special Education, and Childhood Development.
With nearly a decade of experience working with children aged 2 to 18, Brittany has developed a deep passion for fostering growth and development in young learners. She finds immense fulfillment in creating a nurturing and supportive learning environment during the most formative years of a child’s life.
As both a dedicated professional and a proud mother, Brittany treasures her role in the Abington Kids community. Her young daughter attends the Early Learning Center, and together they enjoy being part of this vibrant, supportive environment. Brittany is committed to ensuring that Abington Kids continues to be a place where children can thrive, grow, and discover their potential.
Autumn Morefield
Director
Autumn Morefield serves as a Program Director at Imagination Station, bringing over five years of experience in early childhood education and care. Her daily work with children inspired her to further her education and pursue a degree in Early Childhood Education. Autumn is passionate about creating a nurturing, engaging environment where children can learn, explore, and grow, and she is proud to support each child’s development through their early learning journey.
Every game, giggle, and moment of play helps children grow by building confidence, curiosity, and a love for learning in a safe and caring environment.
Brandi Campion
Director
Brandi Campion serves as a Program Director at Imagination Station. She brings two years of experience from Abington Kids Early Learning Center, where she previously worked as a preschool teacher for three-year-olds, supporting children’s growth and development in a nurturing learning environment. Brandi is currently pursuing her Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education.
Having grown up in the Abington area, she is proud to give back to the community that helped shape her. As a parent of two children, Brandi’s role as a mother further strengthens her commitment to creating supportive, high-quality learning environments for families.
Play is the heart of early childhood, where imagination runs wild, friendships begin, and little learners grow strong, confident, and joyful through hands-on discovery.
Jaime Thomas
Assistant Director
Jaime Thomas serves as the Assistant Director of Abington Kids Creative Learning Center, bringing over a decade of experience working with children. She studied Psychology at Marywood University with a specialization in Childhood Development, guided by her passion for supporting children during their most important years of growth.
Jaime began her career providing Applied Behavior Analysis services within the community, focusing on Special Education and Autism Services. She later worked in the Special Education Department at Clarks Summit Elementary School and went on to become a Registered Behavior Technician.
Her work has always been rooted in helping children grow, thrive, and reach their fullest potential. Jaime believes deeply in the power of nurturing, thoughtful care and the lasting impact it has on a child’s development. Her dedication to childhood development and her commitment to creating supportive, enriching environments make her a valued leader at Abington Kids.
Mary Graham
Play and Community Engagement Coordinator
Mary Graham serves as the Play and Community Engagement Coordinator, where she transforms creative ideas into engaging, hands-on experiences for children and families. With a background in youth library programming, she is passionate about designing environments that inspire curiosity, creativity, and meaningful connection through play. Mary is dedicated to ensuring every program feels welcoming, imaginative, and thoughtfully enriching for the community she serves.
Play matters because it's how we learn who we are, what excites us and how the world works- without fear of getting it wrong.
Haley Callahan
Early Learning Administrator
Haley Callahan serves as the Early Learning Administrator at our Early Learning facility. She graduated from Wilkes University in 2025 with a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. During her time in college, Haley worked at Abington Kids as an educator, gaining hands-on experience while supporting multiple classrooms and children across various age groups.
Haley is passionate about early childhood education and is dedicated to creating a nurturing, engaging environment where every child feels safe, supported, and inspired to learn and grow.