Meet the Emmanuel Day School Director

“My vision of the Emmanuel Day School began formulating about 5 years ago. I have never underestimated what a young child is capable and worthy of knowing. I have always believed that early childhood education is the best gift that you can give your child…so why not give them the best education possible!”

“I am honored to be a part your child’s first Educational experience”.

Dawn M. Grinnell, “Miss Dawn”
Emmanuel Day School Director and Teacher

A 40 yr old Newport native with a BA in History and minor in Secondary Education from Roger Williams College and Providence College completed Student teaching at the former Warren High School and began teaching preschool for the US Navy/civilian, as a first job out of school. Ms. Grinnell’s, (or Miss Dawn, as she has become known), preschool career has taken her from a 5 yr Programmer for Children’s Programs with the So. County YMCA, Director and initiator of the Jamestown After school Program, Melrose Public School, private tutorial and nanny work, and head teacher for the Kinder Art Preschool, (formerly Located in Newport), for 5 years.

She is the founder of the Summer Art History for Children Program, the Director of Children’s Ministries at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, which includes Christian Formation, Weekly Children’s Chapel Services, Christmas Pageants, Easter Services for Children, and Vacation Bible School. She is also a paid consultant for Childspan, Inc., giving workshops to other teachers relating to theme-based curriculum for preschoolers and the study of Feng Shui.

Ms. Grinnell is an active member of St. Joseph’s Parish, Newport, where she has served as a Confirmation Teacher, Eucharistic Minister, Lector, and Stewardship Committee member. She is also consulted and involved yearly in the Trinity Church Vacation Bible School. Ms. Grinnell is a 12 Yr Member, 5 year Board Member, of the Newport Navy Choristers, a non-profit Chorus, that has raised over 350,000 to benefit local/National organizations.

Miss Dawn enjoys a very active life that involves a variety of interests and spirituality that clearly presents itself daily in her work. She is known for bringing a well-rounded educational philosophy and way of life, to preschoolers and school-age children year round.

42 Dearborn Street, Newport, RI 02840 • 401.847.7444 • info@emmanueldayschool.com