Dianne Carnley is the Director of Sunshine & Rainbows ELC. She has been an educator of young children for over 25 years, with the majority in Allen ISD. Dianne is a long-time parishioner at St. Jude Catholic Church and feels truly honored to continue to use her talents and skills to serve as the director at Sunshine and Rainbows. She has an elementary education degree from Texas State University. Dianne believes that by giving children a safe and joyful environment to learn and play, they can grow into the unique people that God created them to be. It is this belief that continues to inspire and motivate her every day.

Janessa Wilkins is the Assistant Director of Sunshine & Rainbows ELC. She had been part of the preschool staff for 8 years, assisting in the 4’s classroom and teaching STEAM. Janessa has a business degree from Texas A&M University in Information Technology/Management Information Systems. She has worked in various settings throughout her career including corporate, municipality and the non-profit sector. Janessa has always felt called to work with children. She has years of experience teaching Sunday School, VBS, and youth sports as well as volunteering with local PTAs and charities. Janessa values helping children develop into the best versions of themselves, playing creatively and growing in their faith. She is blessed to serve the families and staff of Sunshine & Rainbows.