Mrs. Betts is a teacher in the 3 year old preschool program. She has worked in Early Childhood since 2007. Mrs. Betts was born and raised in Peoria and has been a St. Vincent de Paul parish member since 1978, when she was in first grade. She is a graduate of SVdP, Peoria Notre Dame, and Eastern Illinois University.

Mrs. Betts and her husband, Sam, were married at St. Vincent’s in 1999. They have two wonderful daughters, Abbey & Grace. They are both also graduates of SVdP and Peoria Notre Dame. Abbey & Grace are working toward graduate degrees and make their parents very proud. The youngest member of the Betts family is a mischievous but adorable Yorkie named Archie.

Mrs. Betts enjoys spending time with her family and reading. She is also a very dedicated Cubs fan. Go Cubs Go!

Mrs. Betts truly loves teaching the youngest children in our school. She says that everything is fun and exciting to 3 year olds. Their enthusiasm makes her smile every day. One of her greatest joys is helping her Little Vikings learn about God and His love for them.

Mrs. Betts’ favorite saints are St. Bernadette and St. Catherine of Alexandria. Her favorite prayer is the Guardian Angel Prayer. Mrs. Betts’ favorite quote comes from the Bible. “But Jesus said, let the little children come to Me and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Truly, I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.”