Meet the Team
"Our talented, dedicated and professional team are honoured to play a role in your child's development."
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~ Deki Shukla, President
Deki Shukla, President
Deki Nangchok Shukla is a proud single mother of three and a distinguished entrepreneur. Born to a Tibetan refugee mother who fled Tibet on foot as a young girl, Deki’s early life was not marked by wealth or privilege, but rather by resilience and determination.
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Today, Deki is the owner of three childcare centers in Oakville and Paris, Ontario, where her primary focus is ensuring that children are nurtured with love, respect, and protection. In addition to her childcare centers, Deki is also a licensed Real Estate agent, embodying the core values of humility, gratitude, love, compassion, and integrity in both her personal and professional life.
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A prominent figure in the local Tibetan community, Deki served as the Charter President of the Rotary Club Toronto Tibetan. Her inspiring life story, from humble beginnings to business success, has empowered many others to pursue their dreams. As a sought-after speaker, she continues to motivate and inspire those around her.
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In her Real Estate practice, Deki is dedicated to helping her clients secure fair prices for their homes and find the perfect environment for their families to grow and thrive. Deeply committed to giving back, she supports numerous charitable organizations through both financial contributions and volunteer work.
Despite her demanding schedule, Deki remains steadfast in her dedication to causes that align with her values, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to her community.
The Cobblestone Team
Michelle DaCosta
Manager
My name is Michelle Dacosta and I am the Manager of Pinehurst, Cobblestone and Glen Abbey Child Care & Montessori. I have been an RECE in the childcare field for 18 years and I am a mom of a 4 year old named Aria. My passion in childcare started at a young age, babysitting for local families in my community. I obtained my ECE diploma in 2006 and started my career in Early Childhood Education, becoming a supervisor in 2017. My goal is to create a welcoming and safe environment for all children and families attending our care.
Jessica Jaques
Supervisor
My name is Jessica Jaques and I am one of the Supervisors at Cobblestone Child Care Centre. My journey in childcare began through a grade 12 co-operative education experience and upon graduating in June 2004 was offered a full time position at that centre. I completed my ECE through the Apprenticeship Program in 2008 at Mohawk College, totalling 20 years in the field to date. I have been in a Supervisory position since November of 2019 but love the opportunity I receive to step into a classroom and help out where ever needed. It brings me joy to see educators introducing new concepts and skills into the classrooms and I enjoy mentoring staff when they seek guidance for new ideas in the room. I believe a quality program and staff interaction makes a huge difference in a child’s development.
Pamela Pollington
Assistant Supervisor
I’m Pamela. I am the Assistant Supervisor at Cobblestone Child Care Centre. I am currently completing my Early Childhood Educator diploma through the apprenticeship program at Conestoga College. I have been working in the childcare field for 9 years. I have made Paris my home for the last 11 years with my husband, two children and our puppy. I adore working with children and love to observe their growth and development as they age. I enjoy crafting, reading and spending time with my family camping!