Meet The Leadership!
Regional Directors & Vice President of Programs
Sarah Toporski
Vice President of Programs
Sarah has been with Magic Memories since 2012, and the families and staff here have truly developed into her second family. She started as a Preschool Teacher, and then grew to Assistant Director, Director, and Regional Director before her current role as Vice President of Programs. Sarah has a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education & Early Childhood Education, and a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education. She loves visiting the sites and seeing all the fun activities our teachers do with the children each day, and developing our administration team as leaders within the schools. Prior to Magic Memories, Sarah was a Kindergarten teacher and substitute teacher. She lives in Phoenixville with her husband Chris, their two boys, Eric & Ryan, and two dachshunds, Hines & Rocco. Sarah’s kiddos attend our Phoenixville location too! When she is not outside playing with the boys, Sarah loves to read, enjoy her coffee on the porch, and go to spin & barre classes.
Meagan Foster
Regional Director
Meagan Foster has been with Magic Memories for 6 years, but has been in the ECE field for over 19 years. She started out at Magic Memories as a Pre-K teacher and has held multiple positions before her current role as Regional Director.
Meagan graduated from Ellis College of NYIT with a Bachelor’s Degree with a concentration in Early Childhood Education. She currently lives in Phoenixville her husband and her children Addison and Blake, who also attend Magic Memories!
Apart from loving her 3 dogs, some of Meagan’s favorite things are Star Wars, Disney, and BMX. In her spare time you can find her at the local BMX track where her son races or taking a bike ride with the family. Meagan says that she is, “So excited to be a part of the Magic Memories family! Please never hesitate to come to me with any questions you may have.”
Mario A Lawrence
Regional Director
Mario attended Ohio State University, where he majored in Agricultural Education. Raised in the small town of Canal Winchester, Ohio, he grew up in a close-knit school community that shaped his passion for education.
Mario has held leadership roles as Area and Regional Director with Right At School and Premier Early Childhood Education Partners across Pennsylvania. Now living in Lansdale, Montgomery County, with his golden doodle, Charlotte, he enjoys local parks, beach destinations, English history, traveling, and the occasional Netflix binge.
Passionate about fostering a love of learning and supporting families, Mario is inspired by the mission of Magic Memories. He looks forward to working with the team, connecting with families, and helping children thrive while making a lasting impact on the community.
Meet The Chester Springs Leadership
Amber McCormick
Director
Amber joined Magic Memories in May 2023! She has over 8 years of early childhood education experience as a teacher, assistant director, and a director. Amber also earned both her CDA and PA Directors Credentials. The bulk of her post high school education came from Kutztown University where she majored in speech communications. When Amber is not at work, she can be found hiking, doing crafts, reading, or just spending time with friends and family. Amber loves being outside and using her creative side. She lives with her husband and 7-year-old Norwegian forest cat named Mildred. Amber looks forward to getting to know all of you and being a part of your child’s educational journey so please don’t hesitate to stop by the office and say hi!!
Meredith Pegler
Assistant Director
Meredith has been with Magic Memories for 5 years. She started as a Lead Teacher before her current role as Assistant Director. She has worked with Younger Toddlers, Older Toddlers, and Preschoolers. Meredith is working on completing her CDA. In her free time, she loves to read (thrillers, mystery, and romance are her favorites). Meredith also spends a lot of time at home cuddled up with her basset hound, Larry.
Meet The Jeffersonville Leadership
Regina Etheridge
Director
Regina has been with Magic Memories for 1 year but has been in childcare for over 15 years. In that time she got married and raised 5 boys who are the light of her world. During this time, she also was able to achieve her CDA. Currently Regina is enrolled in school to finish getting degree in Early Childhood Education. In her free time, she loves singing, dancing and being silly with her kiddos!
Alyssa Johnsen
Assistant Director
Alyssa recently graduated from Widener University with her Bachelors in Elementary Education and Special Education. She has been working in childcare for 8+ years. Alyssa has always had a passion for teaching and working with kids. Since working at Magic Memories, Alyssa worked in our Summer Camp and Preschool Classroom before her current role as Assistant Director.
Meet The Norristown Leadership
Ashlyn Phifer
Director
Ashlyn joined Magic Memories in Spring 2024 where she started as a Floating Assistant Director. She then grew to Assistant Director before her current role as Director. Ashlyn is eager to get to know each of you better, support our dedicated teachers and families in providing meaningful educational experiences for our students.She believes that together we can create an environment that fosters growth and creativity. Ashlyn graduated from Kutztown University, where she dual majored in Special Education and Early Childhood Education. Following graduation, she taught as an Elementary Autistic Support Teacher. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her boxer-mix; Luna, diving into a good book, visiting lakes, and going indoor skydiving. Ashlyn looks forward to getting to know all our families, expanding her team, and supporting the wonderful initiatives at Magic Memories Norristown.
Imara Nurriddin
Assistant Director
Imara has worked in a childcare/school setting since she was 16. She is from Valdosta, Ga born and raised, moved to Austin Texas for College. Imara has her Bachelors in Early Childhood Education. Children have always been a passion of hers. Imara can’t wait to watch your little one grow and become apart of each one of your families!
Meet The Phoenixville Leadership
Ashley Hennessey
Director
Ashley joined the Magic Memories Family in 2021. She graduated from Neumann University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and a concentration in Special Education. When Ashley started working in her first childcare center, she knew that ECE was the career path for her. Ashley is originally from Cape May, NJ and found her way to Montgomery County in 2020. Some of her favorite things are going to the beach, cows, and reading. In Ashley’s spare time when it is nice out, you can find her at the beach with her sister by her side and a good book in her hand. She loves being a part of the Magic Memories family and is confident that you will too! Any questions or concerns please feel free to contact us!
Lauren Wisely
Assistant Director
Lauren has been with Magic Memories for 6 years and in the Early Childhood Education field for over 17 years. She loves being a part of children’s lives as they learn and grow. In her free time, Lauren loves to travel and spend time with her family.
Meet The Plymouth Meeting Leadership
Iyisha Weaver
Director
Iyisha joined our Magic Memories family in January 2022! Iyisha has over 6 years of experience working in Early Childhood Education. She has also worked as an Early Education Specialist within family homeless shelter systems. Iyisha has her Bachelors Degree in Child and Family Development and her Masters Degree in Education. Durign her free time, Iyisha loves to relax and have down time.
Wakila Richardson
Assistant Director
Wakila has been with Magic Memories since 2021. She was a teacher before her current role as Assistant Director. She graduated from Sun Valley High School in Aston, Pennsylvania and is currently enrolled in school to obtain her Associates Degree. During her free time, Wakila enjoys watching TV and relaxing at home. Wakila is so excited to watch our students grow into amazing humans!
Meet The Royersford Leadership
Karly Steinberg
Director
Karly has a Bachelor’s Degree in Health and Exercise Physiology and a minor in Education from Ursinus College. She has worked with children since she was in high school and always knew this is what she wanted to do! She has been with Magic Memories since 2018 where she started as the lead Pre-K teacher in the Chameleons classroom. Karly believes that every moment is a teachable moment and children learn everyday from postitive interactions. Karly’s son has been at Magic Memories since he was 3 months old and she loves watching him learn and grow in the center. In her free time, Karly enjoys watching movies, going on walks, and spending quality time with family.
Kari Robinson
Assistant Director
Kari has been with Magic Memories for 3 years. She started as an Afternoon Assistant before her current role as Assistant Director. She graduated from Gwynedd Mercy University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Education PreK-4/ Special Education PreK-8. Kari has worked in ECE for 5+ years and at a local elementary school as a Paraprofessional. She looks forward to meeting you all!
