RIBBON CUTTING - A Mothers Touch PlaySpace

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The Heart Behind A Mother’s Touch

Dr. Brook Fletcher is a powerhouse in the world of early childhood education — a devoted educator, advocate, entrepreneur, and mother whose life’s mission is to create spaces where every child can thrive. With over two decades of experience, Brook brings unmatched passion and purpose to the work she does daily: building programs that don’t just teach children — they transform their futures.

Her journey began with personal trials, as a young military spouse and mother navigating the complex world of raising a child with level 3 autism. What started as a search for care became a calling. Brook turned obstacles into opportunity, opening her first in-home childcare on base and eventually pursuing advanced degrees in education — earning not only her Ed.S but also a doctorate in Early Childhood Education.

Today, as the founder of AMT PlaySpace and Inspire Horizons Academy, Dr. Fletcher leads with heart, driven by her own story and the stories of countless families like hers. She’s created innovative programs that blend high-quality early learning with therapeutic services, filling a gap many didn’t even know existed. Whether it’s through sensory-informed classrooms or inclusive curriculum design, Brook is reshaping what equity and excellence look like in early childhood.

A Mother’s Touch isn’t just our name—it’s our promise.

"A Mother’s Touch was born from a place of love, determination, and the deep desire to make things better- not just for my child, but for every child who needs a little extra care. As a mother to a beautiful daughter with Level 3 Autism, I know the fear, frustration, and heartbreak that can come from trying to find a safe,
understanding place for your child. When I couldn’t find it, I created it. What started as a small in-home childcare on Fort Bragg quickly became my life’s work—a mission to create spaces where children of all abilities are not only welcomed, but celebrated. With an Ed.S in Early Childhood Education and years of experience across federal, state, corporate, and tech sectors in early childhood, I’ve taken everything I’ve learned and poured it into A Mother’s Touch.
 
I wanted to build something that felt like more than just a program—I wanted it to feel like family. That dream continues through AMT PlaySpace. It’s a bright, joyful place where children come to play, learn, and grow. We offer a morning preschool program from 9 AM to 1 PM, Monday through Friday. But our vision doesn’t stop there. We're working to expand our services in the afternoons to include ABA therapy and other supports for children with cognitive disabilities—just like my daughter. Because every child deserves a space where they’re understood and loved for exactly who they are."


Starr Mastrodanato, M.Ed., is the operational powerhouse every visionary dreams of having in their corner. After 17 years as a forward-thinking DoD educator and senior executive—where she juggled classrooms, multimillion - dollar subsidy programs, and global teams without breaking a sweat—Starr now parachutes into growing organizations as a fractional COO and Chief of Staff. Her superpower? Turning “We have a big idea!” into slick systems, crystal-clear dashboards, and teams that hum like well-tuned engines, all while keeping the humans (not just the spreadsheets) front and center. Whether she’s mapping out KPIs on Monday or cheering on a preschool dance party by Friday, Starr brings lightning-bolt energy, people-first leadership, and a proven playbook that scales dreams into everyday reality.

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