Susan Ridgway has been the Coordinator for the Goddard Parents as Teachers program since it’s initiation during the 2007-2008 school year. She has been serving early childhood children and families for over twenty years and loves to learn and grow along with her families. Susan has two daughters and thirteen grandchildren, all in the Wichita area. She enjoys spending time with her family and taking trips with all of her grandkids.

Michelle Convirs brings over 18 years of experience in education, ranging from early childhood through higher education.  However, her passion lies in early childhood.  Parents as Teachers is near and dear to her heart because not only was she a PAT child at an early age, but she was also a PAT parent with her own children. Michelle is thrilled to build relationships and empower families in her community by providing a nurturing and supportive environment to help parents and children develop strong foundations for future success. Michelle married her college sweetheart in 2004. They have three sons and will be adding a daughter-in-law in the fall of 2025, plus, their dog. With several athletes in the house, they spend most of their time at the fields or the courts.