About the Owner
Tram Gonzales is the owner of Color Wings Preschool and a mother to 2 boys. Coming from an immigrant background who is highly qualified and has many years of experience in the early childhood field. Specifically have experience in teaching and managing culturally responsive/specific preschool programs.
Tram has taught for a few years as a Head Teacher/Director at the Center for African Immigrants and Refugees Organization (CAIRO) and eventually held the responsibility of Preschool Manager, overseeing five different preschool classrooms around Multnomah and Washington County. This non-profit establishment primarily caters to immigrant and refugee children and families. Graduated from Grand Canyon University with an MS degree from the Education program in teaching. Tram is taking part in SPARK redesign 2023 and is a part of the Provider Advisory Committee for the Child Care substitutes
Abrianna (Abby) has been a preschool teacher for 3 and a half years, but has experience working with children for around 10 years. She received her bachelor’s degree in English Literature before discovering her passion for teaching. She is hoping to return to school to pursue her Masters degree in Early Childhood Education. She has experience using the Creative Curriculum and Montessori Method. She believes that because each child is unique, it is important to use a variety of learning styles to best fit each child’s individual learning needs. Abby is originally from Pennsylvania, but she and her husband moved to Oregon about 2 years ago. They fell in love with the nature and hiking opportunities in the Pacific Northwest, and they are excited to plant their roots here. In her free time, Abby loves hiking, cooking, reading, gardening, playing with her two cats, and spending time with family and friends.
Abby Poole
Leticia was born in the State of Puebla located in East Central Mexico. She studied and graduated as an elementary teacher in 1998. She moved to Oregon in 2001. Her passion for children education and well- being sparked even more when she was part of the Oregon Child Development Coalition team from 2002- 2005. Throughout all these past years she has been learning different philosophies and approaches that had taken her into the beauty of Early Childhood Education career. She attended Portland Community College from 2003-2005 and obtained her CDA in preschool that same year, she holds a Bachelor Degree in Elementary Education and continues her educational path by working for her AAS on Early Education and Family Studies at Clackamas Community College. After 12 years of residency in Vancouver, Washington she recently moved back to Portland with her husband, 3 kids and her little dog Shadow. She spends her spare time exploring outdoors, practicing yoga, taking long walks to the woods and enjoys being around her family and friends. She considers herself as a constant learner and a true believer of family values.
Leticia Sebastian
My name is Luna and I am passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for young children. I am a proud mother to a son and a little Maltese, and family plays an important role in both my personal and professional life. I hold an Associate’s degree in Arts and Sciences and hope to return to school in the future to earn my Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. I have experience working as both an infant/toddler teacher and a preschool teacher, and I strongly believe that teaching children at a young age is crucial. Early learning helps build a strong foundation that supports children as they develop the skills needed to process information and apply them in their everyday lives. Outside of my work schedule, I volunteer by teaching a small traditional Hmong dance group on the weekends, which allows me to share culture, creativity, and confidence with children in my community. In my free time, I enjoy family gatherings, cooking, and most of all—karaoke. I am excited to grow, learn, and support the wonderful children and families here at Colorwings Preschool, and I look forward to being part of each child’s early learning journey.
Luna Her
Our Teachers
Our teachers are qualified and trained, carry a CBR (Central Background Registry) before hiring, and are selected to work with children and families from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Color Wings Preschool will also have a garden, where children learn about fostering an understanding of the plant growth process, including food, flowers, and herbs. Alternatively, students may opt to interact with the soil, gaining insights into mycelium, insects, and their habitats.